FORD 2000 F-150 - Manual (Page 149)

Recommended shift speeds
Upshift and downshift according to the following charts for your specific
engine/drivetrain combination:
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4.2L V6 engine (4x2 and 4x4)
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy)
Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped)
2H or 4H 4L
1 - 2 24 km/h (15 mph) 14 km/h (9 mph)
2 - 3 40 km/h (25 mph) 19 km/h (12 mph)
3 - 4 60 km/h (37 mph) 24 km/h (15 mph)
4 - D (Overdrive) 72 km/h (45 mph) 29 km/h (18 mph)
Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy)
Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped)
2H or 4H 4L
1 - 2 18 km/h (11 mph) 8 km/h (5 mph)
2 - 3 34 km/h (21 mph) 18 km/h (11 mph)
3 - 4 50 km/h (31 mph) 23 km/h (14 mph)
4 - D (Overdrive) 69 km/h (43 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph)
•
4.6L V8 engine (4x2 and 4x4 with 3.08:1 rear axle ratio)
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy)
Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped)
2H or 4H 4L
1 - 2 24 km/h (15 mph) 14 km/h (9 mph)
2 - 3 40 km/h (25 mph) 19 km/h (12 mph)
3 - 4 58 km/h (36 mph) 23 km/h (14 mph)
4 - D (Overdrive) 72 km/h (45 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph)
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