Dodge Durango 2013 User Manual page 90

OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
Shifting Procedures
AWD AUTO To LOW RANGE
NOTE:
When shifting into or out of LOW RANGE some gear noise may be heard. This noise is
normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.
• Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely
stopped. Use either of the following procedures:
Preferred Procedure
• With the engine running, slow the vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
• Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
• While still rolling, rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position.
• After the desired position indicator light is ON (not flashing), shift the transmission back
into gear.
Alternate Procedure
• Bring the vehicle to complete stop.
• With the ignition switch in the ON position and the engine either OFF or running, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL.
• Rotate the transfer case control switch to the desired position.
• After the desired position indicator light is ON (not flashing), shift the transmission back
into gear.
NOTE:
• If Steps 1 or 2 of either the Preferred or Alternate Procedure are not satisfied prior to
attempting the shift or if they no longer are being met while the shift attempt is in
process, the desired position indicator light will flash continuously while the original
position indicator light is ON, until all requirements have been met.
• The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift to take place and for the position
indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the ON position, then the shift
will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing.
• Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the "SERV AWD
Warning Light" is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to
roll which may cause personal injury.
• 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.
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