Ford 2011 E-450 v.2 User Manual download pdf (Page 200)

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure

the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the lock

position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.

R (Reverse)

With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.

Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R

(Reverse).

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: heavy city traffic where continuous shifting in

and out of overdrive occurs, 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.

O/D

ON/OFF

O/D

OFF

Driving

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Ford 2011 E-450 v.2 User Manual Page 200