All-Wheel Drive Operation; Single-Speed Operating Instructions/Precautions; Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Three-Position Switch); Awd Control Switch - Dodge Durango 2017 User Manual

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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION

Single-Speed Operating Instructions/Precautions

This system contains a single-speed (HI range only) transfer case, which provides
convenient full-time all-wheel drive. No driver interaction is required. The Brake Traction
Control (BTC) System, which combines standard ABS and Traction Control, provides
resistance to any wheel that is slipping to allow additional torque transfer to wheels with
traction.
NOTE:
This system is not appropriate for conditions where AWD LOW range is recommended.
Refer to "Off-Road Driving Tips" in "Starting and Operating" in the Owner's Manual at
www.dodge.com/en/owners/manuals for further information.

Electronically Shifted Transfer Case (Three-Position Switch)

This electronic shift transfer case and is operated by the AWD Control Switch (Transfer
Case Switch), which is located on the center console.
This electronically shifted transfer case pro-
vides three mode positions:
• All-wheel drive automatic range (AWD
AUTO)
• All-wheel drive low range (LOW RANGE)
• Neutral (NEUTRAL)
When additional traction is required, the
LOW RANGE position can be used to lock
the front and rear driveshafts together forc-
ing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the
same speed. The LOW RANGE position are
designed for loose, slippery road surfaces
only. Driving in the LOW RANGE positions

AWD Control Switch

on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in-
creased tire wear and damage to the drive-
line components.
When operating your vehicle in LOW RANGE, the engine speed is approximately three
times that of the AWD HI position at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed the
engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
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