Ram Trucks 2015 3500 - Owner Manual User Manual

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NOTE:

Before retrying a selection, make certain that all

the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer

case position have been met. To retry the selection, turn

the control knob back to the current position, wait five

seconds, and retry selection. To find the shift require-

ments, refer to the ЉShifting ProcedureЉ for your transfer

case, located in this section.
The “SVC 4WD Warning Light” monitors the electronic

shift four-wheel drive system. If this light remains on

after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it

means that the four-wheel drive system is not function-

ing properly and that service is required.

WARNING!

Always engage the parking brake when powering

down the vehicle if the “SVC 4WD Warning Light” is

illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may

allow the vehicle to roll, which may cause personal

injury.

NOTE:

Do not attempt to make a shift while only the

front or rear wheels are spinning, as this can cause

damage to driveline components.
When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine

speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD or

4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care

not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph

(40 km/h).
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles depends

on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each

wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the

drivetrain.
Because four-wheel drive provides improved traction,

there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping

speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit.

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