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Dodge 2011 Ram Diesel User Manual

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WARNING!

Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their
grip and the vehicle could skid.

CAUTION!

When descending a hill, be very careful to downshift
one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the engine
which can cause valve damage, and/or clutch disc
damage even if the clutch pedal is pressed.

Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds

CAUTION!

Failure to follow the recommended downshifting
speeds may cause the engine to overspeed and/or
damage the clutch disc even if the clutch pedal is
pressed.

Maximum Recommended Downshifting Speeds

Gear

Selec-

tion

6 to 5

5 to 4

4 to 3

3 to 2

2 to L

Maxi-

mum

Speed

68 mph

(109

km/h)

50 mph

(80

km/h)

32 mph

(51

km/h)

19 mph

(31

km/h)

10 mph

(16

km/h)

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