RAM 1500 CLASSIC 2022, Owner'S Manual

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118 STARTING AND OPERATING
You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at
any vehicle speed. When the transmission gear
selector is in DRIVE, the transmission will operate
automatically, shifting between all available gears.
Tapping the GEAR “-” switch (on the steering
wheel) will activate ERS mode, display the current
gear in the instrument cluster, and set that gear as
the top available gear. Once in ERS mode, tapping
the GEAR “-” or GEAR “+” switch will change the top
available gear.
Electronic Range Select (ERS)
To exit ERS mode, simply push and hold the GEAR “+”
switch until the gear limit display disappears from the
instrument cluster.
When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode
When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying
a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission
shifting occurs, push the TOW/HAUL switch to
activate TOW/HAUL mode. This will improve
performance and reduce the potential for
transmission overheating or failure due to
excessive shifting.
TOW/HAUL Switch
The TOW/HAUL Indicator Light will illuminate in the
instrument cluster and a light on the switch to
indicate that TOW/HAUL mode has been activated.
Pushing the switch a second time restores normal
operation. Normal operation is always the default
at engine start-up. If TOW/HAUL mode is desired,
the switch must be pushed each time the engine is
started.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION —
IF EQUIPPED
F
OUR
-P
OSITION
E
LECTRONICALLY
-S
HIFTED
T
RANSFER
C
ASE
This is an electronically-shifted transfer case and is
operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer
Case Switch), which is located on the instrument
panel.
1 — GEAR “-” Switch
2 — GEAR “+” Switch
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking
on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could
lose their grip and the vehicle could skid,
causing a collision or personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not use the TOW/HAUL feature when driving
in icy or slippery conditions. The increased
engine braking can cause the rear wheels to
slide, and the vehicle to swing around with the
possible loss of vehicle control, which may
cause an accident possibly resulting in personal
injury or death.
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