Ford 2008 E-450 v.3 User Manual download pdf (Page 179)

N (Neutral)

With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is

free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.

(Overdrive)

The normal driving position for the

best fuel economy. Transmission

operates in gears one through four.

Overdrive can be deactivated by

pressing the transmission control

switch on the end of the gearshift

lever.

The O/D OFF lamp will illuminate in

the instrument cluster.

Drive (not shown)

Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed.

• This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.

• O/D OFF lamp 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 O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.

• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned

off.

2 (Second)

This position allows for second gear only.

• Provides engine braking.

• Use to start-up on slippery roads.

• To return to

(Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the

(Overdrive) position.

• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to

downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.

O/D

ON/OFF

O/D

OFF

2008 Econoline (eco)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA (fus)

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