RAM TRX 2022, Features Manual

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etc.) conditions may results in excess wheel slip
outside this system’s control resulting in an
aborted launch.
NOTE:
Launch control allows you to select the best launch
for vehicle, environmental, and traction conditions.
When using this feature, start at a lower RPM launch
setting and increment the RPM on subsequent
launches until the best launch is experienced.
Preconditions:

Launch Control should not be used on public
roads. Always check surface conditions and the
surrounding area.

Launch Control is not available within the first
500 miles (805 km) of engine break-in.

Launch Control should only be used when the
engine and transmission are at operating
temperature.

Launch Control is intended to be used on dry,
paved road surfaces only.

Launch Control is not available while operating
in 4WD LOW.
Launch Control is only available when the following
procedure is followed:
NOTE:
Pushing the TRX button on the control switch or
pressing the Apps button on the touchscreen are
the two options to access Launch Control features
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1. Press the Race Options button on the
touchscreen.
2. Press the Launch Control button on the
touchscreen. This screen will allow you to
adjust your launch RPM for optimum launch/
traction.
3. Push the LAUNCH button on the TRX control
switch or press the Activate Launch Control
button on the touchscreen; follow instructions
in the instrument cluster display.

Make sure the vehicle is not moving

Put vehicle in FIRST gear or DRIVE

Steering wheel must be pointing straight

Vehicle must be on level ground

Apply brake pressure

While holding the brake, rapidly apply and
hold the accelerator pedal to wide open
throttle. The engine speed will hold at the
RPM that was set in the Launch RPM Set-up
screen
NOTE:
Messages will appear in the instrument cluster
display to inform the driver if one or more of the
above conditions have not been met.
4. When the above conditions have been met,
the instrument cluster display will read
“Release Brake”.
5. Keep the vehicle pointed straight.
Launch control will be active until the vehicle
reaches 62 mph (100 km/h), at which point the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system will return
to its current ESC mode as well as previous drive
mode.
Launch Control will abort before launch completion
and display a “Launch Aborted” message in the
instrument cluster when any of the following occur:

The accelerator pedal is released during launch.

The ESC system detects that the vehicle is no
longer moving in a straight line.

The ESC OFF button is pushed to change the
system to another mode. CAUTION!
Use on slippery or loose surfaces may cause
damage to vehicle components and is not
recommended.
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to shift when the drive wheels
are spinning and do not have traction. Damage
to the transmission may occur.
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