Shift lever override, Column shifter — if equipped – Ram Trucks 2014 3500 - Owner Manual User Manual

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CAUTION!

Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a
vehicle stranded off-road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle.

SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE

If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use one of the
following procedures to temporarily move the shift lever:

Column Shifter — If Equipped

1. Turn the engine off.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake.

3. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position.

4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.

5. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool, into the access port

(ringed circle) on the bottom of the steering column
and push and hold the override release lever up.

6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.

7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.

Shift Lever Override Access Port

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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