Dodge 2012 Durango - User Guide - Manual (Page 86)

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.
WARNING!
• 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.
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
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