I have recently bought a used 98 ford ranger. This question is I think pretty simple yet I'm kind of confused. The overdrive on the gear change column stick can be activated by pushing it in. I drive in town for most of my driving. The light say overdrive off when I push it in. Overdrive can be used for highway use of long trips for better gas mileage. 1#When the light is on is the truck in overdrive? 2# What is the best setting for in town use?
3# When the light is not activated does that mean the overdrive is off? When the light is on it says overdrive off. That is why I am confused.

When the light is on, the overdrive is off

It should say OD OFF. Hey I thought Ford had a better idea? nutthouse is correct.

when the light is on, the overdrive is off
Thank you for you answer. Much appreciated

It should say OD OFF. Hey I thought Ford had a better idea? nutthouse is correct.

No doubt! Thanks for your reply