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Towing tips – Dodge 2008 Dakota User Manual

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Towing Tips

Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and
backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic.

If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch
slippage.

Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission
The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if
frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the “TOW
HAUL” feature should be selected.

NOTE:

Using the “TOW HAUL” feature while operat-

ing the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will
improve performance and extend transmission life by
reducing excessive shifting and heat build up. This action
will also provide better engine braking.

The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be
changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than
45 minutes of continuous operation. See the Maintenance
Schedule in section 8 of this manual for transmission
fluid change intervals.

NOTE:

Check the automatic transmission fluid level

before towing.

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