Ford Everest 2006 Manual page 103

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Refer to Shifting Between 4×2/4×4 (page
5-21).
CAUTION
Do not continue driving in 4×4 when
the 4L indicator light is flashing
because you could damage powertrain
parts.
qShifting Between 4×2/4×4
CAUTION
Do not exceed the speeds indicated
below while in 4×4 (4H, 4L).
Exceeding these speeds will adversely
affect or cause damage to powertrain
parts.
4H (high range): 100 km/h (62 mph).
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4L (low range): 40 km/h (25 mph).
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2H to 4H
Turn the transfer shift switch to 4H. You
can make the shift while driving.
NOTE
When the transfer shift switch is
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turned from 2H to 4H, the front
wheels are engaged to the drive
assembly automatically.
To make shifting into 4H easier
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while driving, straighten the steering
wheel and release the accelerator
pedal briefly while turning the
transfer shift switch. Shifting into 4H
could be difficult when the steering
wheel is turned and when the
accelerator pedal is depressed.
Form No.F8K4-10-06H
Black plate (105,1)
Starting and Driving
4H to/from 4L
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe area away
from traffic.
2. Shift the transmission shift lever to the
N position.
3. Turn the transfer shift switch from 4H
to 4L (or from 4L to 4H).
4H to 2H
Turn the transfer shift switch to 2H. You
can make the shift while driving.
When 4×4 is not required for a long
period or when using 4×2 to conserve
fuel consumption:
Turn the transfer shift switch to the 2H
position to disengage the front wheels
from the drive assembly. The 4×4
indicator light will turn off.
Driving Your Ford
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