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Driving – FORD 2003 Excursion v.3 User Manual

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(Overdrive) can be deactivated

by pressing the transmission control
switch on the end of the gearshift
lever. This will illuminate the O/D
OFF lamp and activate Drive.

Note: If the Overdrive OFF light flashes steadily at any time, have the
system serviced immediately.

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 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 regardless of last mode of operation.

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.

1 (First)
• Provides maximum engine braking.
• Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
• Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)

when vehicle reaches slower speeds.

2003 U137 Excursion (hdw)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English
(fus)

Driving

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