2002 Ford Excursion Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 101

Driver Controls OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of OVERDRIVE the gearshift lever. The Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL) (the word OFF) will illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive. To return to normal overdrive mode, press the Transmission Control OVERDRIVE OFF Switch again. The TCIL (the word OFF) will no longer be illuminated. When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will (Overdrive) mode. automatically return to normal For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter. CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment • Coin holder slots • Pen holder Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 101