Ram Trucks 2012 Chassis Cab - Diesel Supplement User Manual

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To exit ERS mode, simply press and hold the ERS (+)
switch until “D” is once again displayed in the shift lever
position indicator in the instrument cluster.

WARNING!

Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their
grip and the vehicle could skid, causing an accident
or personal injury.

Screen Display

1

2

3

4

5

6

D

Actual Gear(s)
Allowed

1

1-2

1-3

1-4

1-5

1-6

1-6

NOTE:

To select the proper gear position for maximum

deceleration (engine braking), simply press and hold the
ERS (-) switch down. The transmission will shift to the
range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down.

Overdrive Operation
The automatic transmission includes an electronically
controlled Overdrive (fifth and sixth gears). The trans-
mission will automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if
the following conditions are present:

Column Shift Lever

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STARTING AND OPERATING

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