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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.
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This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.
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O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
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Provides engine braking.
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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.
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To return to O/D (Overdrive), press the transmission control switch.
The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.
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O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
2 (Second)
This position allows for second gear only.
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Provides engine braking.
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Use to start-up on slippery roads.
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To return to D (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the
D (Overdrive) position.
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Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to
downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.
O/D
OFF
2008 F-150
(f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Driving
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