Transmission, Automatic transmission – FORD 2014 F-550 v.3 User Manual

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

WARNINGS

Always set the parking brake fully
and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition

to the off position and remove the key
whenever you leave your vehicle.

Do not use the tow/haul feature
when driving in icy or slippery
conditions as the increased engine

braking can cause the rear wheels to slide
and the vehicle to swing around with the
possible loss of vehicle control.

Understanding the Shift Positions
of the 5–Speed Automatic
Transmission

(If Equipped)

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P R N D 3 2 1

Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:

1.

Fully press down the brake pedal.

2. Move the gearshift lever into the

desired gear.

3. Come to a complete stop.

4. Move the gearshift lever and securely

latch it in P (Park)

P (Park)

This position locks the transmission and
prevents the rear wheels from turning.

R (Reverse)

With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the
vehicle will move backward. Always come
to a complete stop before shifting into and
out of R (Reverse).

N (Neutral)

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

D (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 (Overdrive) with tow/haul on

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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.

E161509

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.

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