Recommended shift speeds, Reverse, Driving – FORD 2005 F-150 v.3 User Manual
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Recommended shift speeds
Upshift and downshift according to the following charts for your specific
engine/drivetrain combination:
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel
economy)
Shift from:
Transfer case position (if equipped)
2H or 4H
4L
1 - 2
15 mph (24 km/h)
9 mph (14 km/h)
2 - 3
25 mph (40 km/h)
12 mph (19 km/h)
3 - 4
37 mph (60 km/h)
15 mph (24 km/h)
4
-
D
(Overdrive)
45 mph (72 km/h)
18 mph (29 km/h)
Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy)
Shift from:
Transfer case position (if equipped)
2H or 4H
4L
1 - 2
11 mph (18 km/h)
5 mph (8 km/h)
2 - 3
21 mph (34 km/h)
11 mph (18 km/h)
3 - 4
31 mph (50 km/h)
14 mph (23 km/h)
4
-
D
(Overdrive)
43 mph (69 km/h)
17 mph (27 km/h)
Maximum downshift speeds
1
Shift from:
Transfer case position (if equipped)
2H or 4H
4L
D
(Overdrive) -
4
55 mph (89 km/h)
21 mph (34 km/h)
4 - 3
45 mph (72 km/h)
17 mph (27 km/h)
3 - 2
35 mph (56 km/h)
13 mph (21 km/h)
2 - 1
20 mph (32 km/h)
7 mph (11 km/h)
1
Downshift at lower speeds when driving on slippery surfaces.
Reverse
1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into
R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission.
2. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least
three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse).
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