3rd Position - 3rd Gear
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The 3rd position provides:
- 3rd gear start and hold.
- torque converter clutch apply and release.
- improved traction on slippery roads.
- engine braking.