Dodge RAM 2500 2022, Руководство пользователя

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The Transfer Case Position Indicator Light in the
instrument cluster will alert the driver that the
vehicle is in four-wheel drive and that the front and
rear driveshafts are locked together. This light will
illuminate when the transfer case is shifted into
either the 4H or 4L position. There is no light for the
2H or N (Neutral) positions on some models.
When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine
speed is approximately three times that of the
2H or 4H positions at a given road speed. Take
care not to overspeed the engine and do not
exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles
depends on tires of equal size, type and
circumference on each wheel. Any difference will
adversely affect shifting and can cause damage to
the drivetrain.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front
or rear wheels are spinning, as this can cause
damage to driveline components.
Because four-wheel drive provides improved
traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning
and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road
conditions permit.
NOTE:
Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may be expe
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rienced due to uneven tire wear, low or uneven tire
pressures, excessive vehicle loading, or cold
temperatures.
Shifting Procedure — Manually Shifted
Transfer Case
2H TO 4H
Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the
vehicle stopped or in motion. If the vehicle is in
motion, shifts can be made up to 55 mph (88 km/
h). With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will
engage/disengage faster if you momentarily
release the accelerator pedal after completing the
shift. Apply a constant force when shifting the
transfer case lever.
2H OR 4H TO 4L
NOTE:
When shifting into or out of 4L some gear noise
may be heard. This noise is normal and is not detri
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mental to the vehicle or occupants.
With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h),
shift the transmission into NEUTRAL. While the
vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h),
shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired
position. Do not pause in transfer case Neutral.
NOTE:

Pausing in transfer case N (Neutral) in vehicles
equipped with an automatic transmission may
require shutting the engine off to avoid gear
clash while completing the shift. If difficulty
occurs, shift the transmission into N (Neutral),
hold your foot on the brake, and turn the engine
off. Complete the range shift to the desired posi
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tion.

Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the
vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty
may occur due to the mating teeth not being
properly aligned. Several attempts may be
required for teeth alignment and shift comple
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tion to occur. The preferred method is with the
vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). Avoid
attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the
vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph
(3 to 5 km/h).

Do not attempt to shift into or out of 4L while the
transmission is in gear.
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 shafts 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. 4
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