Dodge 2004 dakota Operations Instructions download pdf (Page 159)

shift to take place. Shifting while only the front or rear

wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer

case.

When operating your vehicle in 4LO, the engine speed is

approximately three times that of the AWD or 4HI

positions at a given road speed. Take care not to over-

speed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).

Proper operation of 4 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 4 wheel drive provides improved traction, there

is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds.

Do not go faster than road conditions permit.

WARNING!

You or others could be injured if you leave the

vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the

Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the

parking brake. Thetransfer case Neutral (N) 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.

For additionalinformation on theappropriate useof each

transfer case mode position see the information below:

AWD

Normal All Wheel Drive High Range - Employs inter-

axle differential. Allows front and rear wheels to rotate at

different speeds. All road surfaces.

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Dodge 2004 dakota Operations Instructions Page 159