Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System; Fuel Economy (Econ) Mode - RAM 2013 Cargo VAN Owner's Manual

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the transmission
shifter in PARK unless the brakes are applied. To shift the
transmission out of PARK, the engine must be running
and the brake pedal must be pressed.
In 8-speed vehicles, the brake pedal must also be pressed
to shift from NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when
the vehicle is stopped or moving at low speeds.

Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode

The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi-
cle's overall fuel economy during normal driving condi-
tions. Press the "econ" switch in the center stack of the
instrument panel and a green light will indicate the
ECON mode is engaged.
Fuel Economy Mode Switch
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