Ram Trucks 2014 ProMaster Commercial - User Guide - Manual (Page 52)

AUTOMATED MANUAL TRANSMISSION — DIESEL ONLY
The automated manual transmission is a conventional six-speed manual transmis-
sion with an electronically-controlled hydraulic system that controls the clutch and
gear shifting. In forward gears, this transmission offers two modes of operation:
MANUAL (M) mode (where the driver controls the transmission shifting), and
Automatic mode (the DRIVE [D] position), where the electronic system controls the
gear shifts. In either mode, there is no clutch pedal; the electronic system always
controls the clutch operation.
NOTE:
• Engine torque will be interrupted briefly during the transmission upshifts, making
these shifts more abrupt than with a typical automatic transmission. This is normal.
• Although transmission shifting is performed automatically, the vehicle will not
"creep" when the brake pedal is released, and may in fact roll backwards on an
incline. At a stop, the accelerator pedal must be pressed to transmit driving torque
to the wheels.
• In Automatic Mode the Automated Manual Transmission adapts the gear changing
strategy evaluating the road condition such as slopes and bends in the in the road.
• During low-speed driving conditions in first gear, vehicle momentum changes may
feel exaggerated in response to changes in accelerator pedal position. This behavior
is normal and is similar to other vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.
• At low speeds you may hear mechanical noises similar to a manual transmission
as the transmission changes gears. These noises are normal and will not damage
the transmission.
• Very aggressive driving may result in some clutch odor. A warning message will
display in the EVIC if cool down actions are needed.
• Before and after the engine is started, you may hear a hydraulic pump for a short
period of time. This noise is normal and will not damage the transmission.
• During extremely cold temperatures, the transmission will not operate if the oil
temperature is -22°F (-30°C) or below. Allow the engine to idle briefly to warm the
fluid. Normal operation will resume once the transmission temperature has risen
to a suitable level.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended without fully
applying the parking brake. The parking brake should always be applied when the
driver is not in the vehicle, especially on an incline.
DIESEL
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