Owner Manual
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... set speed. NOTE: When driving uphill, at the end of the downshifts and to improve vehicle performance, it is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may exhibit several downshifts under the above conditions. WARNING! 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate For Passing Depress the... could lose control. Don't use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on the accelerator pedal to lock out overdrive by pressing the "TOW/HAUL" button located at elevations above 2,000 feet (610 meters), or when the vehicle is advisable to maintain the desired speed.
... set speed. NOTE: When driving uphill, at the end of the downshifts and to improve vehicle performance, it is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may exhibit several downshifts under the above conditions. WARNING! 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate For Passing Depress the... could lose control. Don't use Speed Control in heavy traffic or on the accelerator pedal to lock out overdrive by pressing the "TOW/HAUL" button located at elevations above 2,000 feet (610 meters), or when the vehicle is advisable to maintain the desired speed.
Owner Manual
Page 136
... engine is turned off. The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, in heavy traffic, or when towing a trailer. If either indicator fails to light up and flashes to a true reading when the engine is activated when the These indicators also indicate proper...
... engine is turned off. The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher temperature when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, in heavy traffic, or when towing a trailer. If either indicator fails to light up and flashes to a true reading when the engine is activated when the These indicators also indicate proper...
Owner Manual
Page 141
...elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may be drivable, however, see your vehicle will remain on for service as soon as trailer towing. If the parking brake is applied, the light will come on for automatic transmissions. If this condition is necessary. The light will flash ...parking brake has not been released, or there is turned to the ON position and will come on the master cylinder reservoir, it may require towing. BRAKE System Warning Light This light will light when the ignition key is a low brake fluid level. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 141 18....
...elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may be drivable, however, see your vehicle will remain on for service as soon as trailer towing. If the parking brake is applied, the light will come on for automatic transmissions. If this condition is necessary. The light will flash ...parking brake has not been released, or there is turned to the ON position and will come on the master cylinder reservoir, it may require towing. BRAKE System Warning Light This light will light when the ignition key is a low brake fluid level. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 141 18....
Owner Manual
Page 142
... remains on could affect fuel economy and driveability. Prolonged driving with the MIL on while driving, it suggests a potential engine control problem and the need towing, see your vehicle will come on when the ignition is first turned ON. Airbag Indicator The indicator lights and remains lit for service as soon...
... remains on could affect fuel economy and driveability. Prolonged driving with the MIL on while driving, it suggests a potential engine control problem and the need towing, see your vehicle will come on when the ignition is first turned ON. Airbag Indicator The indicator lights and remains lit for service as soon...
Owner Manual
Page 143
Cargo Lamp The Cargo Lamp light will illuminate when the TOW/ HAUL button has been selected. 28. 4WD LOW Indicator Indicates transfer case is in 4WD LOW position. 29. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this button ... "ACC" position. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 143 24. This light will illuminate when the Cargo Lamp is in hours and minutes (depending on the 4 TOW/HAUL The TOW/HAUL button is accurately maintained. When the ignition switch is in resets the trip odometer reading. On the AM/FM/CD (6-disc) radio the...
Cargo Lamp The Cargo Lamp light will illuminate when the TOW/ HAUL button has been selected. 28. 4WD LOW Indicator Indicates transfer case is in 4WD LOW position. 29. Odometer/Trip Odometer Button Press this button ... "ACC" position. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 143 24. This light will illuminate when the Cargo Lamp is in hours and minutes (depending on the 4 TOW/HAUL The TOW/HAUL button is accurately maintained. When the ignition switch is in resets the trip odometer reading. On the AM/FM/CD (6-disc) radio the...
Owner Manual
Page 180
... vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. When using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in front of your Owner's Manual. See "Cooling System...
... vehicles must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant during the winter months, make sure the air intake, located directly in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be required. When using the air conditioner in extremely heavy traffic in front of your Owner's Manual. See "Cooling System...
Owner Manual
Page 186
...; Trailer Hitch Classification ...256 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...257 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...257 ▫ Towing Requirements ...258 ▫ Towing Tips ...262 Ⅵ Snowplow ...264 ▫ Dodge Dakota Models ...264 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 265 ▫ Recreational Towing 2WD Models ...265 ▫ Recreational Towing 4WD Models ...265 Ⅵ Equipment Identification Plate...
...; Trailer Hitch Classification ...256 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...257 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...257 ▫ Towing Requirements ...258 ▫ Towing Tips ...262 Ⅵ Snowplow ...264 ▫ Dodge Dakota Models ...264 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 265 ▫ Recreational Towing 2WD Models ...265 ▫ Recreational Towing 4WD Models ...265 Ⅵ Equipment Identification Plate...
Owner Manual
Page 189
...! Engine Block Heater - After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled and will decrease as the engine warms up. Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it may be used to obtain a start can be started this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the...
...! Engine Block Heater - After Starting The idle speed is automatically controlled and will decrease as the engine warms up. Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it may be used to obtain a start can be started this occurs, continue cranking with the accelerator pedal pushed all the...
Owner Manual
Page 193
... hour (72 km/h) in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise speed control is above approximately 30 mph (48 km/h); • the "TOW/HAUL" switch has not been activated; 5 "2" Second For driving slowly in this range. To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph (40 km...
... hour (72 km/h) in heavy city traffic or on mountain roads where more precise speed control is above approximately 30 mph (48 km/h); • the "TOW/HAUL" switch has not been activated; 5 "2" Second For driving slowly in this range. To prevent excessive engine speed do not exceed 25 mph (40 km...
Owner Manual
Page 194
...desirable gear for operation at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). Refer also to a suitable level. When To Use "TOW/HAUL" Mode When driving in this temperature. NOTE: If the vehicle is fully depressed at this temperature. Normal operation will resume normal ... fluid temperature has risen to the Note under torque converter clutch, later in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the "TOW/HAUL" button. This will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this section....
...desirable gear for operation at vehicle speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h). Refer also to a suitable level. When To Use "TOW/HAUL" Mode When driving in this temperature. NOTE: If the vehicle is fully depressed at this temperature. Normal operation will resume normal ... fluid temperature has risen to the Note under torque converter clutch, later in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the "TOW/HAUL" button. This will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at this section....
Owner Manual
Page 195
... light throttle. NOTE: The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are modified. Pressing theЉTOW/HAULЉ button, when the transmission is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is normal. Pressing the switch a second time...automatic closed-throttle downshifts to 3rd gear (for transmission overheating or failure due to indicate when the switch has been activated. The "TOW/HAUL" light will illuminate in several days, the first few seconds of driving]. When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed,...
... light throttle. NOTE: The torque converter clutch will not engage until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are modified. Pressing theЉTOW/HAULЉ button, when the transmission is sufficiently warm, will demonstrate that the transmission is normal. Pressing the switch a second time...automatic closed-throttle downshifts to 3rd gear (for transmission overheating or failure due to indicate when the switch has been activated. The "TOW/HAUL" light will illuminate in several days, the first few seconds of driving]. When the vehicle speed drops below a calibrated speed,...
Owner Manual
Page 199
... rear wheels to the desired position - When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used for recreational towing only. Driving in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) for loose or slippery road surfaces only. STARTING AND OPERATING 199 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION NV233/243.... The NV233/243 transfer case provides 4 mode positions: 2 (rear) wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive low range, and neutral. See Recreational Towing section for specific shifting instructions.
... rear wheels to the desired position - When additional traction is required, the transfer case 4WD LOCK and 4WD LOW positions can be used for recreational towing only. Driving in the 2 wheel drive position (2WD) for loose or slippery road surfaces only. STARTING AND OPERATING 199 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION NV233/243.... The NV233/243 transfer case provides 4 mode positions: 2 (rear) wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive low range, and neutral. See Recreational Towing section for specific shifting instructions.
Owner Manual
Page 202
... newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the requirements for more information. Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. See Recreational Towing for the selected position have been met. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). To be used for flat...
... newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the requirements for more information. Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. See Recreational Towing for the selected position have been met. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). To be used for flat...
Owner Manual
Page 206
... (N). The NV 244 Generation II transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be used for recreational towing only. Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are spinning. WARNING! When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine speed is... ⇔ 4WD LOCK). 206 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be equal for the shift to take place. See Recreational Towing section for specific procedures on the instrument cluster.
... (N). The NV 244 Generation II transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be used for recreational towing only. Transfer Case Position Indicator Lights Transfer case position indicator lights are spinning. WARNING! When operating your vehicle in 4WD LOW, the engine speed is... ⇔ 4WD LOCK). 206 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be equal for the shift to take place. See Recreational Towing section for specific procedures on the instrument cluster.
Owner Manual
Page 208
... power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. 4WD LOW Four-Wheel-Drive Low Range (4WD LOW)- To be used for more information. See Recreational Towing for flat towing behind another vehicle. Employs interaxle differential. Forces front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential...
... power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. 4WD LOW Four-Wheel-Drive Low Range (4WD LOW)- To be used for more information. See Recreational Towing for flat towing behind another vehicle. Employs interaxle differential. Forces front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential...
Owner Manual
Page 223
... tire's load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the "Vehicle Loading" section of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed XXX pounds" on the Tire and...
... tire's load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the "Vehicle Loading" section of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed XXX pounds" on the Tire and...
Owner Manual
Page 224
...not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in your vehicle, the amount of your vehicle. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of luggage and cargo being loaded on how... 750 = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of your vehicle. That weight may not be transferred to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs. (392 Kg). NOTE: The...
...not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in your vehicle, the amount of your vehicle. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of luggage and cargo being loaded on how... 750 = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of your vehicle. That weight may not be transferred to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs. (392 Kg). NOTE: The...
Owner Manual
Page 251
... both in its ؆loaded and ready for trailer towing. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. Common Towing Definitions The following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. 5...1542; condition, and in this manual concerning vehicles used for operation؆ condition. TRAILER TOWING In this information to the type of your load as efficiently and safely as possible. Before towing a trailer carefully review this section you will assist you do with your vehicle. This...
... both in its ؆loaded and ready for trailer towing. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. Common Towing Definitions The following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. 5...1542; condition, and in this manual concerning vehicles used for operation؆ condition. TRAILER TOWING In this information to the type of your load as efficiently and safely as possible. Before towing a trailer carefully review this section you will assist you do with your vehicle. This...
Owner Manual
Page 253
...width of the front of hitches are typically used to tow small- TSC (Trailer Sway Control) - TSC will counter act the sway of your vehicle is a telescoping link that can not stop the sway. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. These... kind of a trailer. When 5 The system will take the appropriate actions to attempt to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). No driver action is recognized. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying ...
...width of the front of hitches are typically used to tow small- TSC (Trailer Sway Control) - TSC will counter act the sway of your vehicle is a telescoping link that can not stop the sway. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. These... kind of a trailer. When 5 The system will take the appropriate actions to attempt to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). No driver action is recognized. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying ...
Owner Manual
Page 254
An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may not be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration / loading to tow vehicle and trailer stability. WARNING! Consult with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for ... comply with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. 254 STARTING AND OPERATING used in an accident.
An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may not be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration / loading to tow vehicle and trailer stability. WARNING! Consult with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for ... comply with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. 254 STARTING AND OPERATING used in an accident.