Transfer Case Position Indicator
Messages
The Transfer Case Position Indicator message (AWD
LOW) is located in the instrument cluster and indicate
the current and desired transfer case selection
page 69. When you select a different transfer case
position, the position indicator lights will do the
following:
If All Shift Conditions Are Met:
1. The current position indicator light will turn off.
2. The selected position indicator light will flash until
the transfer case completes the shift.
3. When the shift is complete, the indicator light for the
selected position will stop flashing and remain on.
If shift conditions are not met, one or more of the fol-
lowing events may occur:
1. The indicator light for the current position will
remain on.
2. The newly selected position indicator light will con-
tinue to flash.
3. The transfer case will not shift.
NOTE:
Before retrying a selection, make certain that all the
necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer
case position have been met
page 92.
The “SERV AWD” Warning Light monitors the electronic
shift all-wheel drive system. If this light remains on after
engine start-up or illuminates during driving, it means
that the all-wheel drive system is not functioning prop-
erly and that service is required.
WARNING!
Always engage the parking brake when powering
down the vehicle if the “SERV AWD” 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. This could cause damage to
driveline components.
When operating your vehicle in AWD LOW, the engine
speed is approximately three times that of the AWD
AUTO position at a given road speed. Take care not to
overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph
(40 km/h).
Proper operation of all-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 transfer case.
Because all-wheel drive provides improved traction,
there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping
speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit.
For additional information on the appropriate use of
each transfer case position, see the following:
AWD LOW
All-Wheel Drive Low Range – This range provides low
speed all-wheel drive. Locks the front and rear drive-
shafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed. Additional traction and maxi-
mum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces
only. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
N (Neutral)
This range disengages both the front and rear drive-
shafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing
behind another vehicle
page 123.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave
the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N
(Neutral) position without first fully engaging the park-
ing brake. The transfer case N (Neutral) position dis-
engages both the front and rear drive shafts from the
powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if
the transmission is in PARK. The parking brake
should always be applied when the driver is not in the
vehicle.
SHIFTING PROCEDURE
NOTE:
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If any of the requirements to select a new transfer
case position have not been met, the transfer case
will not shift. The position indicator light for the pre-
vious position will remain on and the newly selected
position indicator light will continue to flash until all
the requirements for the selected position have
been met. To retry a shift: return the control switch
back to the original position, make certain all shift
requirements have been met, wait five seconds and
try the shift again.
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