Ford 2012 Explorer v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 285)

D (Drive) with Overdrive

The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission

operates in gears one through six.

The automatic transmission shift strategy has the ability to detect hilly

terrain or mountainous areas and will provide a limited amount of grade

assist features automatically. Refer to D (Drive) with Grade assist or

SelectShift for more information.

D (Drive) with Tow on

The tow feature improves transmission operation when towing a trailer

or a heavy load. All transmission gear ranges are available when using

tow.

Tow can be activated by pressing the TOW switch located on the

instrument panel by the headlamp control. The TOW/HAUL message

will illuminate in the instrument cluster.

The tow feature delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transmission

shifting. Tow also provides engine braking in all forward gears when the

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 feature and return to normal driving mode, press

the TOW button. The tow 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 off).

WARNING: Do not use the tow 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.

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