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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
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Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights
The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD
HIGH, 4WD LOW, and 4WD AUTO) 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.
If the transfer case does not shift into the desired
position, one or more of the following events may occur:
1. The indicator light for the current position will
remain on.
2. The newly selected position indicator light will
continue to flash.
3. If the transfer case will not shift, there will be
a cluster message stating the 4WD shift has
canceled.
NOTE:
Before retrying a selection, make certain that all the
necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer
case position have been met. To retry the selection,
push the current position, wait five seconds, and retry
selection.
The SERV 4WD Warning Light monitors the electronic
shift four-wheel drive system. If this light remains
on after engine start-up or illuminates during driving,
it means that the four-wheel drive system is not
functioning properly and that service is required.
WARNING!
Always engage the parking brake when powering
down the vehicle if the SERV 4WD Warning Light
is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may
allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal
injury or death.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or
rear wheels are spinning. This could cause damage to
driveline components.
When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine
speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD,
4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH 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 in tire size can cause damage to
the drivetrain.
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.
Shifting Procedure
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If any of the requirements to select a new transfer
case position have not been met, then the transfer
case will not shift. The position indicator light for
the previous position will remain on and the newly
selected position indicator light will continue to flash
until all the requirements for the selected position
have been met.
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If all the requirements to select a new transfer
case position have been met, then the current
position indicator light will turn off and the selected
position indicator light will flash until the transfer
case completes the shift. When the shift is complete,
the position indicator light for the selected position
will stop flashing and remain on.
2WD TO 4WD AUTO OR 4WD LOCK
Push the desired position on the four-wheel drive
control switch to shift the transfer case. Shifts between
two-wheel drive and 4WD AUTO and 4WD LOCK can
be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion.
With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will
engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the
accelerator pedal after turning the control switch. If the
vehicle is stopped, the ignition switch must be in the
ON/RUN position with the engine either running or off.
NOTE:
The four-wheel drive system will not allow shifts
between 2WD and 4WD AUTO/4WD LOCK if the front
and/or rear wheels are spinning (no traction). In this
situation, the selected position indicator light will flash
and the original position indicator light will remain on.
At this time, reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels
to complete the shift.
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