Overdrive in Ford F-150 on icy roads?
Does over drive need to be OFF or ON on icy road conditions? I've had it on (I've never turned it off) and my truck slips and slides all over the place so I was wondering if turning my overdrive off will help anything.
Why not invest in better tires.
Snow/I've tires make a world of difference.
Uhh, why wouldn't you try it and see if it helps?
Overdrive should be on, unless you are towing a heavy load or on a steep hill and need the extra power on lower speed. All other times, it should be left ON. It has nothing to do with performance or control on icy road conditions. In fact, 4WD is more harmful in slick road conditions, it was meant for uneven dry, dirt, mud, grass, gravel not rain, ice, sleet and snow.
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