2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Pickup Owner Manual Diesel - Page 302

302 STARTING AND OPERATING • Operate with transfer case in 4L when plowing small or congested areas where speeds are not likely to exceed 15 mph (24 km/h). At higher speeds operate in 4H. • Vehicles with 48RE transmissions should use 4L range when plowing deep or heavy snow for extended periods of time to avoid transmission overheating. • Do not shift the transmission unless the engine has returned to idle and wheels have stopped. Make a practice of stepping on the brake pedal before shifting the transmission. RECREATIONAL TOWING - 4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Recreational Towing - 2 Wheel Drive Models Recreational towing 2 Wheel Drive is not allowed. Towing with the rear wheels on the ground can result in severe transmission damage. CAUTION! Failure to follow these requirements can cause severe damage to the transmission and/or transfer case.