Four-Wheel Drive Operation; Mp 3010 "Active On Demand" Transfer Case - Dodge 2009 Aspen Owner's Manual

62 STARTING AND OPERATING
shifting. When operating in TOW/HAUL mode, the
transmission will select gear ratios that maximize towing
power, with less emphasis on fuel economy.
NOTE: Electric only mode and engine stop-start are
disabled then TOW/HAUL is activated.
The TOW/HAUL light will illuminate in the instrument
cluster to indicate when the switch has been activated.
Pressing the switch a second time restores normal opera-
tion. If the TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the button
must be pressed each time the engine is started.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION

MP 3010 "Active On Demand" Transfer Case

The MP 3010 is a single speed (4 HI range only) transfer
case which provides convenient full-time four-wheel
drive. No driver interaction is required. This transfer case
divides engine torque almost evenly with normally 47%
of engine torque to the front axle and 53% of engine
torque to the rear axle. Resulting in a vehicle with good
traction and stability.
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.
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.
This four-wheel drive (4WD) system allows the front and
rear wheels to rotate at different speeds when required by
the road condition or road surface.
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