Behind the tough exterior of every Ford vehicle lies an intricate system that allows for superior performance and unsurpassed power. In particular, the four by four system available in Ford models offers remarkable off-road capabilities and top-notch fuel efficiency. Whether you're driving through the streets of Corpus Christi, Portland, Robstown or Kingsville, or exploring the rugged terrains around Aransas Pass, Rockport, Sinton, Port Aransas, Ingleside, or Alice, TX, Ford’s four by four system ensures your safety and control in all conditions.
Available in most Ford vehicles is the Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) system or a two-speed automatic four-wheel drive system. The latter lets you shift between various four by four modes based upon your driving situation.
The ESOF system offers a two-high mode and a four-high mode for smooth on-road driving, ensuring maximum fuel efficiency even in conditions where four-wheel drive isn't necessary. The four-low mode provides added power when required, such as while climbing hills or navigating through deep sand or rugged terrains.
The two-speed automatic system offers similar modes, with an additional four-automatic mode that assesses the driving condition and supplies the appropriate power to the front and rear wheels, maximizing traction and control. This mode is ideal for everyday driving and proves particularly effective on wet surfaces, snow or gravel.
Many Ford vehicles also come equipped with an Electronic Locking Differential (ELD). The purpose of ELD is to provide additional traction, particularly useful in off-road situations, such as navigating through mud, sand or rocks. By pushing the ELD control button, you can manually turn it on or off.
In addition to these, Ford vehicles let you adapt to different on-road and off-road conditions with a variety of drive modes. These modes help optimize various aspects, including steering, stability, throttle response, transmission shifting, and driveline behavior.
Drive modes available in Ford vehicles are normal, eco, sport, slippery, deep snow/sand, mud ruts, tow haul modes, and the available rock crawl mode. Depending on the need for power, fuel efficiency, or driving comfort, these modes ensure optimal performance in all conditions.
Remarkably, your Ford vehicle will default to the normal mode after each ignition cycle, but it also gives you the option to return to the previously used drive mode.
Experience the Ford difference not only in the Ford vehicles but also in our exceptional service offerings. Be it a beginner having queries about drive modes or an existing user looking for servicing, we've got the answers at ford.com/support.
Our certified technicians provide the highest-quality service for your Ford vehicle. We also offer timely maintenance reminders, comprehensive check-ups, field tests, and expert advice on enhancing the vehicle’s performance. Trust the service team from Corpus Christi to Kingsville, Robstown to Alice, TX, to do the best for your Ford.
We have robust dealerships across various locations including Corpus Christi, Portland, Robstown, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Kingsville, Sinton, Port Aransas, Ingleside, and Alice, TX, to ensure that world-class Ford service is always within your reach.
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Explore the finest that Ford has to offer in any of Ford's four by four vehicles. Whether you're in Robstown or Kingsville, Rockport or Alice, TX, there is a Ford to match your style and travel requirements. With unmatched quality, exceptional service and a network of reliable dealerships across various locations, the Ford family welcomes you. Test drive a Ford today at any of our Texas dealerships and feel the power and performance that Ford guarantees. For more information, visit ford.com/support or contact your nearest dealership. Join the Ford family today.