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This electronically shifted transfer case provides
four positions:
Four-Wheel Drive Automatic High Range (4WD
AUTO)
Four-Wheel Drive High Range (4WD HIGH)
Four-Wheel Drive Low Range (4WD LOW)
N (Neutral)
For additional information on the appropriate use
of each transfer case position, see the following:
4WD AUTO
Four-Wheel Drive Auto High Range — This range
always sends power to the front wheels and
automatically adjusts the front and rear torque
split to optimize performance for the operating
conditions. For example, when the vehicle senses
a loss of traction. This range may be used during
varying road conditions.
4WD HIGH
Four-Wheel Drive High Range — This range
provides torque to the front driveshaft
(engages four-wheel drive) which allows front and
rear wheels to spin at the same speed. This
provides additional traction for loose or slippery
road surfaces only. The use of 4WD HIGH on dry
paved surfaces will increase tire wear and may
cause damage to driveline components.
4WD LOW
Four-Wheel Drive Low Range — This range provides
low-speed four-wheel drive. It maximizes torque
(increased torque over 4WD HIGH) to the driveline;
allowing front and rear wheels to rotate at the
same speed. This range provides additional
traction and maximum pulling power for loose or
slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 55 mph
(88 km/h) in this range.
The use of 4WD LOW on dry paved surfaces will
increase tire wear and may cause damage to
driveline components.
N (Neutral)
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 parking brake. The transfer
case N (Neutral) position disengages both the
front and rear drive shaft 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.
The transmission may not engage PARK if the
vehicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a
complete stop before shifting to PARK, and
verify that the transmission gear position
indicator solidly indicates PARK (P) without
blinking. Ensure that the vehicle is completely
stopped, and the PARK position is properly
indicated, before exiting the vehicle.
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