Transmission Range Selection

The E4OD shift lever has six positions: P, R, N, (D), 2, 1.

Shift Lever Positions

(P) Park

The transmission is in NEUTRAL with the output shaft (7060) locked. This prevents the vehicle from rolling forward or backward. For safety reasons, the vehicle parking brake should be used in addition to the transmission PARK position. Do not select the PARK position until the vehicle comes to a complete stop, because it mechanically locks the output shaft. The engine may be started in the PARK position. This is the only selector position in which the ignition key can be removed.

(R) Reverse

Enables the vehicle to be operated in a rearward direction at a reduced gear ratio. There is no engine braking in REVERSE.

(N) Neutral

The transmission is in NEUTRAL, and the output shaft is not locked to the case.

((D)) Overdrive

Normal driving position for most highway driving conditions and maximum economy. This position provides all automatic shifts including the application and release of the torque converter clutch.

((D)) Drive — Transmission Control Switch (TCS) Activated

This position provides all automatic shifts, including the application and release of the torque converter clutch, except for the shift to overdrive. This position can be used when overdrive is not desired, such as when traveling in hilly/mountainous terrain or when going into a strong headwind.

(2) Manual 2

Selection of this position at start-up provides only 2nd gear operation. (Selection at higher vehicle speed results in temporary 3rd gear followed by an automatic downshift to 2nd gear, which provides engine braking.)

(1) Manual 1

Selection of this position at start-up provides only low (1st gear) operation. Selection at higher vehicle speed results in a downshift to 2nd gear. An automatic downshift to 1st gear will occur once the vehicle speed drops below approximately 56 km/h (35 mph) (for diesel, 48 km/h [30 mph]). This position is desired for maximum engine braking when descending steep grades.