Using The N (Neutral) Position; Using The Electronic Shift On The Fly (Esof) 4X4 System; Positions Of The Electronic Shift System - Ford 2008 F-250 Owner's Manual

Driving
3. Move the transfer case shift lever
through N (Neutral) directly to 4H
(4x4 High) or 2H (2WD).
4. If the transfer case will not
engage into 4H (4x4 High) or 2H
(2WD), perform a shift with the
transmission in N (Neutral) (or
clutch pedal depressed) and the
vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h).
5. If shifting to 2H (2WD) with the vehicle at a complete stop, disengage
the locking hubs (optional) by rotating the hub lock control from LOCK
to FREE.

Using the N (Neutral) position

The transfer case neutral position overrides the transmission and
puts the vehicle in neutral regardless of transmission gearshift
lever position. The vehicle can move forward or backwards.
This position should only be used
when towing the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the
N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn
off the ignition when leaving the vehicle.

Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system

(if equipped)

Positions of the electronic shift system

Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4WD system shifts or engages.
This is normal.
2WD – For general on-road driving. Sends power to the rear wheels only.
4x4 HIGH – For winter and off-road conditions. Sends power to front
and rear wheels. This mode is not intended for use on dry
pavement.
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2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
2H
4H
N
4L
2H
4H
N
4L