2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Owner Manual - Page 327
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular Cab Manual
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STARTING AND OPERATING 325 When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 2WD or 4WD LOCK positions at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed 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 in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case. WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move regardless of the transmission position. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle. 5 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. For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position, see the information below: 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range - This range is for normal street and highway driving on dry, hard surfaced roads.