FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
QUADRA-TRAC I OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS/PRECAUTIONS —
IF EQUIPPED
The Quadra-Trac I is a single-speed (HI range only)
transfer case, which provides convenient full-time four-
wheel drive. No driver interaction is required. The Brake
Traction Control (BTC) System, which combines stan-
dard ABS and Traction Control, provides resistance to
any wheel that is slipping to allow additional torque
transfer to wheels with traction.
NOTE:
The Quadra-Trac I system is not appropriate for condi-
tions where 4WD LOW range is recommended
page 167.
QUADRA-TRAC II OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS/PRECAUTIONS —
IF EQUIPPED
The Quadra-Trac II transfer case is fully automatic in the
normal driving 4WD HI mode. The Quadra-Trac II trans-
fer case provides three positions:
•
4WD HI
•
N (Neutral)
•
4WD LOW
When additional traction is required, the 4WD LOW
position can be used for increased torque at the
wheels. Driving in the 4WD LOW position on dry, hard-
surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and
damage to driveline components.
When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine
speed is approximately three times that of the 4WD HI
position at a given road speed. Take care not to over-
speed 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 will adversely affect shifting and
cause damage to the transfer case.
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.
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.
SHIFT POSITIONS
For additional information on the appropriate use of
each four-wheel drive system mode position, see the
following information:
4WD HI
This range is the default operating mode for daily use.
N (NEUTRAL)
This range disengages the driveline from the pow-
ertrain. It is used for towing your vehicle behind another
vehicle
page 163.
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.
4WD LOW
This range is for low speed four-wheel drive. It provides
an additional gear reduction which allows for increased
torque to be delivered to both the front and rear wheels
while providing maximum pulling power for loose, slip-
pery road surfaces. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
SHIFTING PROCEDURES
4WD HI To 4WD LOW
With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h),
the ignition switch in the ON position or the engine run-
ning, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N), and push
and hold the 4WD LOW button once on the transfer
case switch until the 4WD LOW indicator light begins to
flash in the instrument cluster. The 4WD LOW light will
remain on solid when the shift is complete.
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