FORD 2002 Explorer v.2 - Manual (Page 188)

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D (Overdrive)
(Overdrive) can be deactivated by
pressing the transmission control
switch on the end of the gearshift
lever.
The transmission control indicator
light (TCIL) will illuminate on the
instrument cluster.
Drive (overdrive deactivated)
Activate by pressing the transmission
control switch on the end of the
gearshift lever with the gearshift in
the D(Drive) position. The transmission with overdrive off operates in
gears one through four, providing more engine braking than D(Drive) with
Overdrive ON and is useful whenever driving conditions (i.e., city traffic,
hilly terrain, etc.) cause the transmission to excessively shift between D
(Overdrive) and other gears. Deactivate D (Overdrive) when:
• driving with a heavy load.
• towing a trailer up or down steep hills.
• additional engine braking is desired. If towing a trailer, refer to
Driving while you tow in the Trailer Towing chapter.
To return to D (Overdrive) mode, press the transmission control switch
at the end of the gear shift lever. The TCIL will no longer be illuminated.
Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically
return to normal D (Overdrive) mode.
3 (Third)
Transmission operates in third gear
only.
Used from improved traction on
slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third) provides engine braking.
O/D
OFF
Driving
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