Shifts the transmission in/out of overdrive Shifts the transmission in/out of overdrive
The button turns the Overdrive on and off. Leave it on unless you are towing something.
I assume that is the button that allows you to turn off or turn on the overdrive for the transmission ( my Ford Explorer also has a button on the end of the gear shift lever for that purpose )
On a 1998 Ford Taurus ; On the column shift the overdrive button is on the end of the gear shift lever On the console shift the overdrive button is on the drivers side of the gear selector lever below the button you have to press to shift out of PARK
Turns the Overdrive on and off. Used for towing because you should never tow with the transmission in overdrive.
its on the shift lever of my dx where your thumb hits the lever
It is used to force a downshift.
check the brake pedal switch
Anytime you don't want the transmission to shift into overdrive * if you are towing something , or if you are driving in hilly country where the transmission is constantly shifting between drive and overdrive , you can use the button on the end of the gearshift lever on your 1998 Ford Expedition to shut off the overdrive ( the word OFF will light up on the end of your gearshift lever )
transmission codes
Press the shift lever detent button then lift up sharply
In a 2002 Toyota Tacoma, the ECT (Electronic Control Transmission) button is typically located on the gear shift lever. It may be labeled as "ECT" or "ECT Power." When activated, this button enhances transmission performance for better acceleration by adjusting the shift points. If you're having trouble locating it, consult your owner's manual for a diagram or more specific information.
on an a manual transmission, just grip the shift lever.