Dodge 2009 Ram Chassis Cab User Manual

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WARNING!

You or others could be injured if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the
NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the
parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL position
disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from
the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move,
regardless of the transmission position. The parking
brake should always be applied when the driver is
not in the vehicle.

CAUTION!

Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar

on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be
damaged.

(Continued)

CAUTION! (Continued)

Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because

fluid will leak from the transfer case and damage
the internal parts.

Recreational Towing Procedure — Electronic Shift
Transfer Case — If Equipped
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
recreational towing:

CAUTION!

It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that
the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL before recre-
ational towing, to prevent damage to internal parts.

1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop.

2. Shut OFF the engine.

STARTING AND OPERATING

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