Sentences with phrase «braking on a downgrade»

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Engine braking, not normally a diesel strong suit, was surprisingly good; the truck doesn't offer factory exhaust brake, but the 3.0 - liter diesel's variable - nozzle turbo can create sufficient backpressure to serve the same purpose, and it did a nice job keeping speed in check on downgrades.

Smart diesel exhaust braking enhances vehicle control and reduces brake wear by reducing the need for breaking on downgrades.

Adaptive shift controls include automatic grade braking, which commands the transmission to remain in a lower gear if the vehicle is decelerating or coasting on a downgrade.

Engine exhaust braking is standard equipment to help the F - 450 keep those massive loads in check on downgrades.