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Driving – FORD 2009 Explorer Sport Trac v.2 User Manual

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D (Drive) without Overdrive

Overdrive can be deactivated by
pressing the transmission control
switch on the side of the shift lever.
• This position allows for all

forward gears (1-4) except
overdrive.

• 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.

• O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
• To return to O/D (overdrive

mode), 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.

3 (Third)

Transmission operates in third gear only.

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

2 (Second)

Transmission operates in 2nd gear only.

Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.

O/D

OFF

2009 07+ Explorer Sport Trac (esp)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA
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