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Transmission 109 – FORD 2015 E-450 User Manual

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N (Neutral)

With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), your vehicle can be started and
is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.

D (Drive with Overdrive) with Tow/Haul off

D (Overdrive) with tow/haul off is the normal driving position for the
best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and
downshifts through gears one through five.

D (Drive with Overdrive) with Tow/Haul on

The tow/haul feature improves transmission operation when towing a
trailer or a heavy load. All transmission gear ranges are available when
using tow/haul.

To activate tow/haul, press the
button on the end of the gearshift
lever.

The TOW HAUL indicator light will illuminate in the instrument
cluster.

Tow/haul delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transmission shifting.
Tow/haul also provides engine braking in all forward gears when the
transmission is in the D (Overdrive) position; this engine braking will
slow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when
descending a grade. Depending on driving conditions and load
conditions, the transmission may downshift, slow the vehicle and control
the vehicle speed when descending a hill, without the accelerator pedal
being pressed. The amount of downshift braking provided will vary based
upon the amount the brake pedal is depressed.

To deactivate the tow/haul feature and return to normal d riving mode,
press the button on the end of the gearshift lever. The TOW HAUL light
will no longer be illuminated.

When you shut-off and restart the engine, the transmission will
automatically return to normal D (Overdrive) mode (Tow/Haul OFF).

3 (Third)

Transmission starts and operates in third gear only.

Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides engine braking.

Transmission

109

2015 Econoline (eco)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2014
USA
(fus)

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