eCoast
control automatically shifts the transmission to neutral to coast at speeds of approximately 50 mph (80 km/h) and above. However, the vehicle can coast down to 45 mph (72 km/h). An "E" shows in the gear display when eCoast is in effect. See Fig..
Fig. 1, eCoast Display
Note: Upshift and downshift arrows are not shown when "E" is shown in the gear display.
To turn eCoast on or off, navigate to the transmission settings screen. See Fig..
Fig. 2, eCoast and Creep Mode On/Off Screen
The eCoast function is not active when any of the following occur:
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the accelerator pedal is pressed.
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vehicle acceleration rate is exceeded.
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the service brake pedal is pressed.
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the engine brake is in use.
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cruise control brakes or accelerates.
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vehicle speed exceeds the cruise control set speed by more than approximately 4 mph (6 km/h).
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the speed limiter is active and the maximum speed set is exceeded.
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diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration occurs.
Note: eCoast availability and the On/Off screen are customer-selectable parameters. To enable or disable eCoast, see an authorized Freightliner service facility.