Ram Trucks 2011 Chassis Cab - Diesel Supplement - Manual (Page 66)

the transmission into third gear, the transmission will
never shift above third gear, but can shift down into
second or first gear, when needed.
Switching from ERS to D-Mode can be done at any
vehicle speed. To switch from “Drive” mode to “ERS”
mode, press the switch down (-) once. The current gear
will be maintained as the top gear. To disable ERS, simply
press and hold the switch up (+) until “D” is displayed in
the instrument cluster odometer.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their
grip and the vehicle could skid.
Screen Display 1 2 3 4 5 D
Actual Gear(s)
Allowed 1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6
NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum
deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the
switch down (-). The transmission will shift to the range
from which the vehicle can best be slowed down.
Column Shift Lever
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