User Manual - Page 139

For RAM 2019 1500 (ALL-NEW).

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NOTE:
Even if the transmission can be reset, we
recommend
that you visit an authorized
dealer at your earliest possible convenience.
An authorized dealer has diagnostic equip
-
ment to assess the condition of your trans-
mission.
If the transmission cannot be reset, autho-
rized dealer service is required.
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation —
Eight-Speed Transmission
The Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift
control allows the driver to limit the highest
available gear when the transmission is in
DRIVE. For example, if you set the transmis
-
sion gear limit to 4 (fourth gear), the trans-
mission will not shift above fourth gear
(except t
o prevent engine overspeed), but
will shift through the lower gears normally.
You can switch between DRIVE and ERS
mode at a
ny vehicle speed. When the trans-
mission gear selector is in DRIVE, the trans-
mission will operate automatically, shifting
b
etween a
ll available gears. Tapping the
GEAR- switch (on the steering wheel) will
activate ERS mode, display the current gear
in the instrument cluster, and set that gear
as the top available gear. Once in ERS mode,
tapping the GEAR- or GEAR+ switch will
change the top available gear.
ERS Control
To exit ERS mode, simply push and hold the
G
EAR+ swi
tch until the gear limit display
disappears from the instrument cluster.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
OPERATION IF EQUIPPED
Four-wheel drive trucks are equipped with
either a manually shifted transfer case or
an electronically shifted transfer case.
Refer to the operating instructions for
electronic transfer case, located in this
section for further information.
For further information on the manually
shifted transfer case, refer to “Four Wheel
Drive Operation” in “Starting And Oper
-
ating” in your Owner’s Manual.
Four-Position Electronically Shifted
Transfer Case (Eight Speed Transmission
Only) — If Equipped
This is an electronic shift transfer case and
is operated by the 4WD Control Switch
(Transfer Case Switch), which is located on
the instrument panel.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine
braking on a slippery surface. The drive
wheels could lose their grip and the
vehicle could skid, causing a collision or
personal injury.
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