1996 Ford Bronco Owner's Manual - Page 175

Driving Your Bronco Procedures for driving your vehicle will vary depending on which type of transmission your vehicle has. u an Electronic 4-speed Automatic Transmission (E4OD) u an Electronic 4-speed Automatic Transmission (4R7OW) u a manual transmission Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and/or vehicle speeds with a cut-out mode to promote durability. Automatic Transmission Operation (E4OD and 4R70W) The E4OD and 4R70W transmissions are electronically controlled four speed automatic transmissions with overdrive. Transmission operation is controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM will automatically adjust transmission operation to make up for varying conditions. Several sensors located on the engine and transmission such as Throttle Position, Engine Speed, Vehicle Speed and Transmission Temperature are used by the PCM to shift the transmission into a higher or lower gear when required for the best performance and fuel economy. For example, you may notice that the transmission will upshift to a higher gear more 175