Power Take Off (PTO) Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Once the battery has been disconnected for any repairs, the vehicle will need to be driven a couple miles in order to relearn the PTO operation.
The PTO unit is available on all vehicles equipped with 7.3L and 6.8L engines. Ford recommends the use of either a Dana or Muncie PTO units that is unique for this transmission. The PTO operates in PARK or NEUTRAL with the vehicle stationary or in REVERSE, DRIVE, 2 or 1 when the vehicle is moving. When PTO operation occurs in DRIVE fourth gear is inhibited and coast braking occurs in first, second, and third gear.