Diesel exhaust brake (engine braking) — if, Equipped – Dodge 2011 Ram Diesel User Manual

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DIESEL EXHAUST BRAKE (ENGINE BRAKING) —
IF EQUIPPED
The exhaust brake feature will only function when the
driver turns the exhaust brake switch to the ON position.

Once the switch is in the ON position and the vehicle is
moving faster than 5 mph (8 km/h); the exhaust brake
will automatically operate when the driver removes
pressure from the accelerator pedal. Exhaust braking is
most effective when the engine RPM is higher. The
automatic transmission has been programmed in TOW/
HAUL mode only to downshift more aggressively when
the exhaust brake is enabled to increase brake perfor-
mance.

CAUTION!

Use of aftermarket exhaust brakes is not recom-
mended and could lead to engine damage

Exhaust Brake Switch

STARTING AND OPERATING