2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 324

322 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid. Gear Ranges Do not race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL position into another gear range. PARK This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never use PARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply Screen Display 1 2 3 4 5* D the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in this range. Actual Gear(s) 1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-5 Always apply the parking brake first, then place the shift Allowed lever in the PARK position. On four-wheel drive vehicles, * Applies to vehicles equipped with 4.7L and 5.7L be sure that the transfer case is in a DRIVE position. engines only. NOTE: To select the proper gear position for maximum deceleration (engine braking), move the shift lever to the left/down (-) and hold it there. The transmission will shift to the range from which the vehicle can best be slowed down. WARNING! • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. (Continued)