7. Shift the transmission into PARK.
8. Release the brake pedal.
9. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle.
10. Start the engine.
11. Press and hold the brake pedal.
12. Release the parking brake.
13. Shift the transmission into gear, release the brake
pedal, and check that the vehicle operates normally.
Shifting Into NEUTRAL – Electronic Shift Transfer
Case (If Equipped)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
recreational towing:
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the
NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the
parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL position
disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from
the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move,
even if the transmission is in PARK. The parking
brake should always be applied when the driver is
not in the vehicle.
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Summary of Contents for 2012 Ram Truck Gas 1500
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Page 181: ...Slow Tone Fast Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 ...
Page 250: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...
Page 251: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 249 ...
Page 369: ...Operating Tips 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 367 ...
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Page 581: ...Jack And Tools 1500 Series Jack And Tools 2500 3500 Series 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 579 ...
Page 583: ...Folding Flap And Rolling Bag Tying Bag To Jack With Straps 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 581 ...
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