key must be in the ON position with the engine either
RUNNING or OFF. This shift cannot be completed if the
key is in the accessory position.
NOTE:
The 4x4 system will not allow shifts between
(2WD/AWD)/4HI if the front and/or rear wheels are
spinning (no traction). In this situation the selected
position indicator light will flash and the original posi-
tion indicator light will remain ON. At this time, reduce
speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift.
2WD/AWD or 4HI
⇔
4LO
NOTE:
When shifting into or out of 4LO some gear
noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not
detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.
Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3
mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. USE EITHER
OF THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES:
Preferred Procedure
1. With engine RUNNING, slow vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3
to 5 km/h).
2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (depress clutch
on manual transmissions).
3. While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control
switch to the desired position.
4. After the desired position indicator light is ON (not
flashing), shift transmission back into gear (release clutch
on manual transmissions).
Alternate Procedure
1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop.
2. With the key ON and the engine either OFF or
RUNNING, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (de-
press clutch on manual transmissions).
STARTING AND OPERATING
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Summary of Contents for 2005 DH Ram
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Page 40: ...Inserting Latch Plate In Use Position 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 66: ...Multiple Child Restraints 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...
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Page 103: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 3...
Page 104: ...104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 105: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 3...
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Page 160: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 161: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 4...
Page 217: ...Operating Tips Chart UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 4...
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Page 267: ...STARTING AND OPERATING 267 5...
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Page 338: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5 9L HO CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL 338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 387: ...MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 7...
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Page 427: ...U S Vehicles Only IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 427 9...
Page 431: ...INDEX 10...
Page 447: ...NOTES...
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