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(88 km/h) in this range. The use of 4WD LOW on
dry paved surfaces will increase tire wear and may
cause damage to driveline components.
N (Neutral)
N (Neutral) — This range disengages both the front
and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be
used for flat towing behind another vehicle. Refer
to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting And
Operating” in the Owner’s Manual for further
information.
This electronically shifted transfer case is designed
to be driven in the four-wheel drive auto position
(4WD AUTO) for normal street and highway
conditions on dry, hard surfaced roads.
When additional traction is required, the transfer
case 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW positions can be
used to maximize torque to the front driveshaft,
forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the
same speed. This is accomplished pushing the
desired position on the 4WD Control Switch.
For specific shifting instructions
The 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW positions are
designed for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
Driving in the 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW positions
on dry, hard surfaced roads may cause increased
tire wear and damage to the driveline components.
NOTE:
The transfer case N (Neutral) button is located in
the center of the 4WD Control Switch and is
pushed by using a ballpoint pen or similar object.
The transfer case N (Neutral) position is to be used
for recreational towing only. Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” in the Owner’s
Manual for further information.
Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights
The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD
HIGH and 4WD LOW) are located in the instrument
cluster and indicate the current and desired
transfer case selection. When you select a
different transfer case position, the indicator lights
will do the following:
1. The current position indicator light will turn
off.
2. The selected position indicator light will flash
until the transfer case completes the shift.
3. When the shift is complete, the indicator light
for the selected position will stop flashing and
remain on.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you
leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer
case in the N (Neutral) position without first
fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer
case N (Neutral) position disengages both the
front and rear drive shaft from the powertrain,
and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the
transmission is in PARK. The parking brake
should always be applied when the driver is
not in the vehicle.
The transmission may not engage PARK if the
vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a
complete stop before shifting to PARK, and
verify that the transmission gear position indi
-
cator solidly indicates PARK (P) without
blinking. Ensure that the vehicle is completely
stopped, and the PARK position is properly
indicated, before exiting the vehicle.
WARNING!
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