2009 Dodge Dakota Owner Manual - Page 260
2009 Dodge Dakota Manual
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258 STARTING AND OPERATING roads. This feature provides the safety, security, and convenience of operating in all-wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions. When additional traction is required, the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together, through the transfer case inter-axle differential, and force the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to these positions. The 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions are intended for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions on dry, hard-surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components. The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected by depressing the recessed button located on the lower left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is to be used for recreational towing only. Refer to "Recreational Towing" in Section 5 for specific procedures on shifting into and out of NEUTRAL. Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are located on the instrument cluster. If there are no indicator lights on or flashing, the transfer case position is 4-wheel drive (4WD) and indicates the current and desired transfer case selection (4WD ⇔ 4WD LOCK). The "SVC 4WD" warning light monitors the electric shift 4WD system. If this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required. See your authorized dealer for service.