Owner's manual

drive will be automatically engaged when the vehicle

senses a loss of traction. Because the front axle is en-

gaged, this mode will result in lower fuel economy than

the 2WD mode.

When additional traction is required, the transfer case

4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used to

maximize torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front

and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is

accomplished by rotating the 4WD Control Switch to the

desired position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” for spe-

cific shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK and 4WD

LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery road

surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW

positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in-

creased tire wear and damage to the driveline compo-

nents.

NOTE: The transfer case NEUTRAL position is selected

by depressing the recessed button located on the lower

left hand corner of the 4WD Control Switch. The transfer

case NEUTRAL position is to be used for recreational

towing only. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting

and Operating” for further information.

Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights

The Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights (4WD,

4LOW, and 4WD AUTO) are located in the instrument

cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case

selection. When you select a different transfer case posi-

tion, the indicator lights will do the following:

If All Shift Conditions Are Met:

1. The current position indicator light will turn OFF.

2. The selected position indicator light will flash until the

transfer case completes the shift.

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