Driving – FORD 2004 F-150 v.5 User Manual

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• Column-shift transmission

• Floor-shift transmission

The transmission control indicator
(TCIL) will illuminate on the
instrument cluster.

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), 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.

2 (Second)

This position allows for second gear only.
• Provides engine braking.
• Use to start-up on slippery roads.

O/D

OFF

2004 F150 (f12)
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