On-road driving tips, Shifting procedure – electronically shifted, Transfer case – Dodge 2010 Nitro User Manual

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Shifting Procedure – Electronically Shifted
Transfer Case

NOTE:

If any of the requirements to select a new

transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case
will not shift. The “4WD Indicator Light” (located in the
display under the tachometer) will flash until all the
requirements for the selected position have been met. To
retry a shift, return the control knob back to the original
position, make certain all shift requirements have been
met, wait five seconds and try the shift again.

2WD

4WD LOCK

Rotate the transfer case switch to the desired position.
Shifts between 2WD 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 turn-
ing the switch. If the vehicle is stopped, the ignition key

must be in the ON position with the engine either
RUNNING or OFF. This shift cannot be completed if the
key is in the ACC position.

NOTE:

• The four-wheel drive system will not allow shifts

between 2WD/4WD LOCK if the front and/or rear
wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation, the
“4WD Indicator Light” (located in the display under
the tachometer) will flash. At this time, reduce speed
and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift.

• Delayed shifting out of 4WD LOCK may be experi-

enced due to uneven tire wear, low tire pressure, or
excessive loading.

ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS

Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a
narrower track to make them capable of performing in a
wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design

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