Ford 2005 E-150 Automobile User Manual


 
D (Drive) without Overdrive
D (Drive) without Overdrive can be
activated by pressing the
transmission control switch (TCS)
on the end of the gearshift lever.
This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.
The OFF lamp on the gearshift
lever is illuminated.
Provides engine braking.
Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to
other gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer
towing and when engine braking is required.
To return to O/D (Overdrive), press the transmission control switch.
The OFF lamp on the gearshift lever will not be illuminated.
O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
3 (Third)
Transmission operates up to third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides additional engine braking.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
1 (First)
Provides maximum engine braking.
Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
The transmission will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; it
will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First) when the
vehicle reaches slower speeds.
OVERDRIVE
OFF
OVERDRIVE
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2005 Econoline (eco), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),
Market: USA_English (fus)
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