How does the tow/haul button work?
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How does the tow/haul button work?
Hello--I'm brand new to F150s and am learning how real trucks work. My understanding of the tow/haul button is that it locks out the higher transmission speeds to reduce the heat in the transmission. But when I press the tow/haul button I can see in the information window that all 6 speeds are still available for use. I can also block out speeds even when tow/haul is not engaged. I'm left wondering how this exactly works?
BTW, I did read that with this button engaged the truck will automatically downshift to facilitate engine braking when going down hill. That's a very cool feature.
Thank you.
BTW, I did read that with this button engaged the truck will automatically downshift to facilitate engine braking when going down hill. That's a very cool feature.
Thank you.
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Dosent lock out any gears. It will move the shift point though to optimize for towing or hauling. The auto down ahifting is very handy but it will surprise you the first time your breaking in a grade and it drops a gear or three.
You can still manualy lock out gears by pressing the "-" on the shifter in conjunction with t/h button.
You can still manualy lock out gears by pressing the "-" on the shifter in conjunction with t/h button.
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