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Question posted by donby57 on January 31st, 2016

4wd

how do i use the four wheel drive?

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on January 31st, 2016 7:17 AM
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Hi. Refer to page 151 of the Owner's Manual here https://www.helpowl.com/a/Dodge/2004-Dakota/Manuals/1807 for the best account on the feature usage.

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Owner's Manual - Page 141

... Transmission ...144 ▫ Normal Starting ...144 ▫ Engine Block Heater - If Equipped ...146 Shifting ...146 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...146 ▫ Manual Transmission ...150 Four-Wheel Drive Operation ...151 ▫ NV 233 Transfer Case Operating Information/Precautions ...151 ▫ Shifting Procedure - NV233 Transfer Case ...155 ▫ NV244 Transfer Case Operating Information...
Owner's Manual - Page 151

... operated by the 4WD Control Switch (Transfer Case Switch), which is designed to be used to preserve brakes when driving down to hold the vehicle on a hill with your manual transmission for acceleration and cruise conditions (relatively steady speeds). The NV233 transfer case provides 4 mode positions: 2 (rear) wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive high range, 4 wheel drive low range...
Owner's Manual - Page 152

...: If All Shift Requirements are located on the Four-Wheel-Drive Control Switch, found on dry hard surfaced roads may ...the recessed button located on shifting into and out of the 4WD Control Switch. When you select a different transfer case position... 2. NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be used for recreational towing only. The newly selected position indicator light will...
Owner's Manual - Page 153

.... NOTE: Do not attempt to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Proper operation of 4 wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of the owner's manual. To find the shift requirements, refer to the... case. Any difference in this light remains on each wheel. Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the Service 4WD light is required. Do not go faster than road ...
Owner's Manual - Page 154

... more information. 154 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! The parking brake should always be used for loose, slippery road surfaces only. 4LO 4 Wheel Drive Low Range - For additional information on the appropriate use of the transmission position. Dry hard surfaced roads. 4HI 4 Wheel Drive High Range - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Locks the front and...
Owner's Manual - Page 157

... wear normally associated with an inter-axle differential that allows driving the vehicle in all wheel drive at different speeds. This is accomplished by the 4WD Control Switch, which is located on the instrument panel. NOTE: The transfer case Neutral (N) position is to be used for recreational towing only. (See Recreational Towing section for loose...
Owner's Manual - Page 158

... case, located in this light remains on after engine start up or illuminates during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that all the necessary requirements for selecting a new...ON. NOTE: Before retrying a selection, make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are not Met 1. If this section of the owner's manual. Always engage the parking brake when powering...
Owner's Manual - Page 159

... depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on the appropriate use of each wheel. Because 4 wheel drive provides improved traction, there is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully ...information on each transfer case mode position see the information below: AWD Normal All Wheel Drive High Range - STARTING AND OPERATING 159 shift to rotate at a given road speed.
Owner's Manual - Page 160

... pulling power for flat towing behind another vehicle. To be used for loose, slippery road surfaces only. NV244 Transfer Case NOTE... STARTING AND OPERATING 4HI 4 Wheel Drive High Range - Low speed 4 wheel drive. See Recreational Towing for loose, slippery road surfaces only. 4LO 4 Wheel Drive Low Range - Shifting Procedure - Forces the front and rear wheels to flash until all shift ...
Owner's Manual - Page 161

...clutch on manual transmissions). 3. In this time, reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete the shift. USE EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES: Preferred Procedure 1. If the vehicle is stopped the ...Shifts between AWD/ 4HI if the rear wheels are spinning (no traction). STARTING AND OPERATING 161 AWD to 4HI or 4HI to AWD Rotate the 4WD Control Switch to 2-3 mph (3-5 km/h)....
Owner's Manual - Page 164

... controls the operation of reasons. This will be evident by increased pedal travel during brake use. Also be significantly increased over that required with the engine off), the brakes will still... pedal force required to brake failure and an accident. • Leaving children in the four-wheel drive mode. Failure to do so can lead to slow or stop, and activation of the anti...
Owner's Manual - Page 178

Consult your spare. WARNING! Always use spare tires have a serious accident. Don't drive a vehicle loaded to fail. WARNING! Combining radial ply tires with dual rear wheels). Never combine them to the maximum capacity at the first opportunity. Temporary-use radial ply tires in sets of four (or 6, in case of trucks with other types of...
Owner's Manual - Page 182

... chains are used. These tires are too large for the vehicle as possible and then retighten after driving about 1/2 mile (0.8 km). • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). • Drive cautiously and ...or other traction devices. • Do not install tire chains or traction devices on front wheels of 4x4 models with P265/70R16 tires. • Observe the tire chain manufacturer's instructions ...
Owner's Manual - Page 202

...mode position. Bring vehicle to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is fully in Neutral (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to Neutral (N) or... shifted into and out of the 4WD Control Switch. 202 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) OF 4X4 VEHICLES Recreational Towing Procedure Use the following procedure to prepare your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 207

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ...208 Adding Fuel ...208 Changing A Flat Tire ...209 ▫ Jack Location ...209 ▫ Jack Removal And Stowage ...210 ▫ Removing The Spare Tire ...210 ▫ Tire Changing Procedure ...211 Jump Starting ...215 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ...217 ▫ Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...218 ▫ Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles ...218 6
Owner's Manual - Page 209

...the tank. This pressure can result in a spray of gasoline and/or vapors when you drive. Removing the cap slowly allows the pressure to the vehicle when the engine is designed as...spray from a hot vehicle. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE Jack Location The jack, jack drive tube, 2 tube extensions, and wheel wrench are stowed under the vehicle as a tool for service purposes, unless suitable supports...
Owner's Manual - Page 211

..." position. The jack is designed as a tool for use with enough cable slack to allow you need to get any part of the wheel. On four-wheel drive vehicles, shift the transfer case to avoid tangling the loose... the ground with the jack extension tube only. The vehicle could be used for service purposes or to lift more than one wheel at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of...
Owner's Manual - Page 218

.../h) and the distance must be towed on a flatbed, or with the rear wheels raised and the front wheels on the ground, or with the front wheels raised and the rear wheels on the ground. 218 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles The manufacturer recommends towing with one end of the vehicle raised and...
Owner's Manual - Page 235

... Velocity Joints - 4X4 Models All four-wheel drive models are equipped with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. If external leakage or damage is not required. Prior to remove dust and ...
Owner's Manual - Page 292

... Fluid Capacities ...258 Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ...245 Brake ...243 Cooling System ...237 Power Steering ...234 Transfer Case ...248 Fog Lights ...69,257 Four Wheel Drive ...151 Operation ...151 Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...208 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ...167 Front Axle ...248 Fuel ...184 Adding ...186 Filler Cap ...186 Filter ...231 Gasoline...

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