Owner Manual
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...radio, only one of the time and frequency on your radio model), whenever the ignition switch is displayed. Holding the button in the four-wheel drive LOW mode. A digital readout shows the frequency and/or time in the ON or ACC position. When the ignition switch is in the OFF.../knob, or wait approximately five seconds. 4 The front and rear driveshafts are adjusted, push the TUNE/AUDIO control knob to rotate at the wheels. 30. Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer display. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press ...
...radio, only one of the time and frequency on your radio model), whenever the ignition switch is displayed. Holding the button in the four-wheel drive LOW mode. A digital readout shows the frequency and/or time in the ON or ACC position. When the ignition switch is in the OFF.../knob, or wait approximately five seconds. 4 The front and rear driveshafts are adjusted, push the TUNE/AUDIO control knob to rotate at the wheels. 30. Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer display. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press ...
Owner Manual
Page 246
...; Automatic Transmission ...252 ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...252 ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System ...253 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...253 ▫ Gear Ranges ...253 Ⅵ Four-Wheel Drive Operation - NV233/243 Transfer Case ...262 5
...; Automatic Transmission ...252 ▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...252 ▫ Brake/Transmission Interlock System ...253 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...253 ▫ Gear Ranges ...253 Ⅵ Four-Wheel Drive Operation - NV233/243 Transfer Case ...262 5
Owner Manual
Page 249
... Requirements ...318 ▫ Towing Tips ...323 Ⅵ Snowplow ...324 ▫ Loading ...310 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ...325 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...311 ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Models ...325 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...312 ▫ Four-Wheel Drive Models ...325 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...316 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...317
... Requirements ...318 ▫ Towing Tips ...323 Ⅵ Snowplow ...324 ▫ Loading ...310 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ...325 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...311 ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Models ...325 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...312 ▫ Four-Wheel Drive Models ...325 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...316 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...317
Owner Manual
Page 259
... the desired position - When additional traction is accomplished by the transfer case switch, which is located on • Four-wheel drive low range (4WD LOW) the instrument panel. • Neutral (N) The NV233/243 transfer case provides four mode positions: The NV233/...case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be driven in the two-wheel drive position (2WD) for further information. 258 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED NV233/243 GII Transfer Case Operating • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) Information/Precautions The NV233/243 is an electric-shift ...
... the desired position - When additional traction is accomplished by the transfer case switch, which is located on • Four-wheel drive low range (4WD LOW) the instrument panel. • Neutral (N) The NV233/243 transfer case provides four mode positions: The NV233/...case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be driven in the two-wheel drive position (2WD) for further information. 258 STARTING AND OPERATING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION - IF EQUIPPED NV233/243 GII Transfer Case Operating • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) Information/Precautions The NV233/243 is an electric-shift ...
Owner Manual
Page 260
...button located on , the desired position (4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW) has been obtained. The "SVC 4WD Warning Light" monitors the electronic shift four-wheel drive system. NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be used for selecting a new transfer case position have been met. If there is no .... To find the shift requirements, refer to "Recreational Towing" in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW posi1. If the indicator light is in two-wheel drive (2WD). To retry the selection, turn the transfer case switch back to the driveline components. An indicator light will not shift. Refer to the ...
...button located on , the desired position (4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW) has been obtained. The "SVC 4WD Warning Light" monitors the electronic shift four-wheel drive system. NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be used for selecting a new transfer case position have been met. If there is no .... To find the shift requirements, refer to "Recreational Towing" in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW posi1. If the indicator light is in two-wheel drive (2WD). To retry the selection, turn the transfer case switch back to the driveline components. An indicator light will not shift. Refer to the ...
Owner Manual
Page 261
...is illuminated. Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, fore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal there is approximately three times that of equal size, type and circumference on tires of the 2WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. rear wheels are spinning. Take ...care not to make a shift while only the transfer case. Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends on each wheel. Any difference in 4WD LOW, the engine speed is a tendency to exceed ...
...is illuminated. Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction, fore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal there is approximately three times that of equal size, type and circumference on tires of the 2WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. rear wheels are spinning. Take ...care not to make a shift while only the transfer case. Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends on each wheel. Any difference in 4WD LOW, the engine speed is a tendency to exceed ...
Owner Manual
Page 262
... (40 km/h). 5 For additional information on dry, hard-surfaced roads. N Neutral - This range is not in the vehicle. 4WD LOCK Four-Wheel Drive Lock - information. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in "Starting and Operating" for...261 WARNING! You or others could be applied when the driver is used for loose or slippery road surfaces only. 4WD LOW Four-Wheel Drive Low - The transfer case NEUTRAL position disengages both the front and rear mation: driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle...
... (40 km/h). 5 For additional information on dry, hard-surfaced roads. N Neutral - This range is not in the vehicle. 4WD LOCK Four-Wheel Drive Lock - information. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in "Starting and Operating" for...261 WARNING! You or others could be applied when the driver is used for loose or slippery road surfaces only. 4WD LOW Four-Wheel Drive Low - The transfer case NEUTRAL position disengages both the front and rear mation: driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle...
Owner Manual
Page 263
...-4WD the vehicle stopped, or in motion. To retry a shift: spinning (no traction). In this time, reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift. Turn the transfer case switch to the vehicle or occupants. With the vehicle in LOCK motion, the transfer case will continue... have been tion indicator light will remain ON, and the newly-selected position indica- transfer case position have stopped spinning. Systems, the four-wheel drive system will not allow tor light will engage/disengage faster if NOTE: When shifting into or out of the requirements to -2WD complete after...
...-4WD the vehicle stopped, or in motion. To retry a shift: spinning (no traction). In this time, reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift. Turn the transfer case switch to the vehicle or occupants. With the vehicle in LOCK motion, the transfer case will continue... have been tion indicator light will remain ON, and the newly-selected position indica- transfer case position have stopped spinning. Systems, the four-wheel drive system will not allow tor light will engage/disengage faster if NOTE: When shifting into or out of the requirements to -2WD complete after...
Owner Manual
Page 272
...separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure, to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. If Equipped The Four-Wheel ABS is not functioning. It may be susceptible to aid the driver in the four-wheel drive mode. the light is illuminated, the ABS is designed to inter- The system's pump... motor runs during operation, which may reset the ABS if the ity. makes a low humming noise during an ABS stop to prevent wheel lock-up . qualified ...
...separate computer to modulate hydraulic pressure, to provide regulated hydraulic pressure. If Equipped The Four-Wheel ABS is not functioning. It may be susceptible to aid the driver in the four-wheel drive mode. the light is illuminated, the ABS is designed to inter- The system's pump... motor runs during operation, which may reset the ABS if the ity. makes a low humming noise during an ABS stop to prevent wheel lock-up . qualified ...
Owner Manual
Page 320
When parking, apply the parking brake on a grade. Always, block or ؆chock؆ the trailer wheels. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be parked on the tow vehicle. GVWR 2. Tongue weight rating for ... (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of the vehicle hitch. For four-wheel drive vehicles, make sure the transfer case is not in PARK. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to the frame or hook...
When parking, apply the parking brake on a grade. Always, block or ؆chock؆ the trailer wheels. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be parked on the tow vehicle. GVWR 2. Tongue weight rating for ... (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of the vehicle hitch. For four-wheel drive vehicles, make sure the transfer case is not in PARK. Overloading can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to the frame or hook...
Owner Manual
Page 326
...is not allowable. Towing the vehicle with the transfer case switch in any other aftermarket equipment to drain from the transmission. Removal of two-wheel drive models is used when recreational towing. • The transfer case must be injured. Do not add a snow plow, winches, or ...AND OPERATING 325 WARNING! This could adversely affect the functioning of the transfer case switch. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Two-Wheel Drive Models Recreational towing of the driveshaft for towing is located on the lower left hand corner of the airbag system and you could...
...is not allowable. Towing the vehicle with the transfer case switch in any other aftermarket equipment to drain from the transmission. Removal of two-wheel drive models is used when recreational towing. • The transfer case must be injured. Do not add a snow plow, winches, or ...AND OPERATING 325 WARNING! This could adversely affect the functioning of the transfer case switch. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Two-Wheel Drive Models Recreational towing of the driveshaft for towing is located on the lower left hand corner of the airbag system and you could...
Owner Manual
Page 332
If Equipped ...348 Ⅵ Towing A Disabled Vehicle ...349 ▫ Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...349 ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...350 Ⅵ Jacking And Tire Changing ...333 ▫ Jack Location ...333 ▫ Removing The Spare Tire ...335 ▫ Tire Changing Procedure ...337 ▫ Preparations ......
If Equipped ...348 Ⅵ Towing A Disabled Vehicle ...349 ▫ Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...349 ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...350 Ⅵ Jacking And Tire Changing ...333 ▫ Jack Location ...333 ▫ Removing The Spare Tire ...335 ▫ Tire Changing Procedure ...337 ▫ Preparations ......
Owner Manual
Page 339
...(Continued) For example, if the right front wheel is being jacked. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to the 4L position. 4. On 4-Wheel Drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to avoid the ...danger of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. Park the vehicle on the Hazard Warning flasher. 6. Set the parking brake. ...
...(Continued) For example, if the right front wheel is being jacked. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to the 4L position. 4. On 4-Wheel Drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to avoid the ...danger of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. Park the vehicle on the Hazard Warning flasher. 6. Set the parking brake. ...
Owner Manual
Page 350
... vehicles under tow, must be observed. State and local laws, applying to bumpers or associated brackets. Use of vehicles when pulling with all wheels OFF the ground. Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles The manufacturer recommends towing with tow hooks. Chains may break, causing serious injury. CAUTION! You could damage your vehicle. WHAT TO DO...
... vehicles under tow, must be observed. State and local laws, applying to bumpers or associated brackets. Use of vehicles when pulling with all wheels OFF the ground. Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles The manufacturer recommends towing with tow hooks. Chains may break, causing serious injury. CAUTION! You could damage your vehicle. WHAT TO DO...
Owner Manual
Page 351
... the ground. 350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the transmission in NEUTRAL and the ignition key in the OFF position, along with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on the ground at more than 30 mph (50 km/h) or for... 15 miles (25 km). The speed must not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h), and the distance must be towed on a flatbed, or with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the ground, or with the front end raised and the rear...
... the ground. 350 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the transmission in NEUTRAL and the ignition key in the OFF position, along with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on the ground at more than 30 mph (50 km/h) or for... 15 miles (25 km). The speed must not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h), and the distance must be towed on a flatbed, or with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the ground, or with the front end raised and the rear...
Owner Manual
Page 438
INDEX 437 Engine Oil ...359 Power Steering ...268 Transfer Case ...379 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...400 Fog Lights ...132,399 Four Wheel Drive ...258 Operation ...258 Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...332 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ...347 Front Axle (Differential) ...380 Fuel ...298 Adding ...307 Gauge ...174 Octane Rating ...298,...
INDEX 437 Engine Oil ...359 Power Steering ...268 Transfer Case ...379 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...400 Fog Lights ...132,399 Four Wheel Drive ...258 Operation ...258 Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...332 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ...347 Front Axle (Differential) ...380 Fuel ...298 Adding ...307 Gauge ...174 Octane Rating ...298,...
User Guide
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... ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE 50 UNITED STATES AND WASHINGTON, D.C...TIRE WARRANTY ...67 ...67 ...67 ...67 OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ...33 UTILITY REAR CRATE 'N GO STORAGE ...34 REAR CARGO AREA UTILITY RAILS ...34 TAILGATE ...34 ® . . 68...HOOD ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ...MAINTENANCE CHART ...FUSES ...TIRE PRESSURES ...WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE EXTERIOR BULBS ... ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS ...NAVIGATION TOUCH-SCREEN RADIO STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HOMELINK®) ...POWER OUTLET ...Uconnect™...
... ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE 50 UNITED STATES AND WASHINGTON, D.C...TIRE WARRANTY ...67 ...67 ...67 ...67 OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ...33 UTILITY REAR CRATE 'N GO STORAGE ...34 REAR CARGO AREA UTILITY RAILS ...34 TAILGATE ...34 ® . . 68...HOOD ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ...MAINTENANCE CHART ...FUSES ...TIRE PRESSURES ...WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE EXTERIOR BULBS ... ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS ...NAVIGATION TOUCH-SCREEN RADIO STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HOMELINK®) ...POWER OUTLET ...Uconnect™...
User Guide
Page 35
...case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the parking brake. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION • This is an electric-shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer...which is located on the instrument panel. • The transfer case provides four mode positions: • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) • Four-wheel drive lock range (4WD LOCK) • Four-wheel drive low range (4WD LOW) • NEUTRAL (N) • This transfer case is designed to be driven ...
...case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the parking brake. Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION • This is an electric-shift transfer case and is operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer...which is located on the instrument panel. • The transfer case provides four mode positions: • Two-wheel drive high range (2WD) • Four-wheel drive lock range (4WD LOCK) • Four-wheel drive low range (4WD LOW) • NEUTRAL (N) • This transfer case is designed to be driven ...
User Guide
Page 37
...refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada) RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Two-Wheel Drive Models • Recreational towing of the box in front (Crew Cab® only) and behind both sides of the tailgate.... • To return the tailgate to form the floor. Do this would allow fluid to local laws if it extends...
...refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada) RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Two-Wheel Drive Models • Recreational towing of the box in front (Crew Cab® only) and behind both sides of the tailgate.... • To return the tailgate to form the floor. Do this would allow fluid to local laws if it extends...
User Guide
Page 38
...to the floor on a manual transmission. Shift manual transmissions into fourth gear. • Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle with the transmission in DRIVE. • Shut the engine OFF, and place the Key Fob in the unlocked OFF position. • Shift the automatic transmission into REVERSE. ... damage to internal parts. 36 Shifts into and out of the 4WD Control Switch. UTILITY Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! • Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing. • The transfer case must be placed in gear ...
...to the floor on a manual transmission. Shift manual transmissions into fourth gear. • Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle with the transmission in DRIVE. • Shut the engine OFF, and place the Key Fob in the unlocked OFF position. • Shift the automatic transmission into REVERSE. ... damage to internal parts. 36 Shifts into and out of the 4WD Control Switch. UTILITY Four-Wheel Drive Models CAUTION! • Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing. • The transfer case must be placed in gear ...