2006 FORD E-350 traction control

transmission is in the D (Overdrive) position; this engine braking will
slow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when
descending a grade. Depending on driving conditions and load
conditions, the transmission may downshift, slow the vehicle and control
the vehicle speed when descending a hill, without the accelerator pedal
being pressed. The amount of downshift braking provided will vary based
upon the amount the brake pedal is depressed.
To deactivate the Tow/Haul feature and return to normal driving mode,
press the button on the end of the gearshift lever. The TOW HAUL light
will no longer be illuminated.
When you shut-off and restart the engine, the transmission will
automatically return to normal D (Overdrive) mode (Tow/Haul OFF).
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..
3 (Third)
Transmission starts and operates in third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides engine braking.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•The transmission will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; it
will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First) when the
vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in
(Overdrive) or Drive.
•Depress the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
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D (Drive) without Overdrive can be
activated by pressing the
transmission control switch (TCS)
on the end of the gearshift lever.
•This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.
•The OFF lamp on the gearshift
lever 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 OFF lamp on the gearshift lever will not be illuminated.
•O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
3 (Third)
Transmission starts and operates in third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides additional engine braking.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•The transmission will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; it
will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First) when the
vehicle reaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in D (Drive) with Overdrive or D (Drive) without Overdrive.
•Depress the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
OVERDRIVEOFF
OVERDRIVE
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front seats .................................59
Servicing your vehicle ..............200
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................20
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ..........22, 27
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........174
Spark plugs,
specifications .............231, 239–240
Special notice ................................9
ambulance conversions ..............8
diesel-powered vehicles .............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................236, 239
Speed control ..............................50
Starting your vehicle ........139–141
jump starting ..........................181
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................44
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........31, 33
Tilt steering wheel ......................44
Tires ...................................103–104
alignment ................................112
care ..........................................109
changing ..........................174–175
checking the pressure ............108
inflating ...................................105
label .........................................119
replacing ..........................111, 176
rotating ....................................112
safety practices .......................111
sidewall information ...............114
snow tires and chains ............120spare tire .........................172, 174
terminology .............................104
tire grades ...............................104
treadwear ........................103, 110
Towing .......................................127
recreational towing .................138
trailer towing ..........................127
wrecker ....................................186
Traction-lok rear axle ...............148
Transmission .............................150
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....150
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................227
fluid, refill capacities ..............232
lubricant specifications ..236, 239
Turn signal ..................................38
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................240
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................242
Vehicle loading ..........................120
Ventilating your vehicle ...........142
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................202
Water, Driving through .............159
Windows
power .........................................48
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................44
checking and adding fluid .....202
replacing wiper blades ...........203
Wrecker towing .........................186
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