If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, Reverse sensing system (if equipped), Driving – FORD 2008 Edge User Manual

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• O/D OFF lamp in the instrument

cluster is illuminated.

• To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control

switch. The O/D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be
illuminated.

• O/D (overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned

off.

L (Low)
• Provides maximum engine braking.
• Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle

speed; allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds.

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.

It may be beneficial to turn the AdvanceTrac

௡ with RSC system off so

the wheels are allowed to spin.

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of
obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the
vehicle is moving at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). The system is not
effective at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect certain
angular or moving objects.

To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the
limitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this

section. Reverse sensing is only an aid for some (generally large and
fixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parking
speeds”. Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS;
this may include reduced performance or a false activation.

O/D

OFF

2008 Edge (edg)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Driving

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