Ford 2001 Escape Owner's Manual page 148

Driving
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in the N
R D 2 1
(Neutral) position, the vehicle can
be started and is free to roll. Hold
ODO
the brake pedal down while in this
position.
Overdrive — column mounted gearshift with O/D off switch
The Overdrive position with the O/D
R D 2 1
OFF switch not depressed is the
normal driving position for this
ODO
automatic overdrive transaxle. When
your vehicle cruises at a constant
speed for any length of time, this
fourth gear will increase your fuel
economy.
Overdrive may not be appropriate
for certain terrains. If the transaxle
OVERDRIVE
OFF/ON
shifts back and forth between third
and fourth gears while you are
driving hilly roads or if your vehicle
requires additional power for climbing hills, press the O/D OFF switch.
Each time the vehicle is started, the transaxle will automatically return
to normal overdrive mode.
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