WARNING
Failure to engage a transfer case position completely can cause transfer case damage or loss of power and vehicle control. You could have a collision. Do not drive the vehicle unless the transfer case is fully engaged.
Four-Wheel Drive Gear Selector
The transfer case provides four positions:
For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case position, see the following:
2H
Two-Wheel Drive High Range — This range is for normal street and highway driving on dry, hard-surfaced roads.
4H
Four-Wheel Drive High Range — This range maximizes torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This range provides additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
N (Neutral)
N (Neutral) — This range disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle page 198.
WARNING
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the (N) Neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case (N) Neutral position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the automatic transmission is in PARK (or the manual transmission is in gear). The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.
4L
2H TO 4H OR 4H TO 2H
Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion. The preferred shifting speed would be 0 to 45 mph (72 km/h). With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. Do not accelerate while shifting the transfer case. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever.
NOTE
During cold weather, you may experience increased effort in shifting until the transfer case fluid warms up. This is normal.
4H TO 4L OR 4L TO 4H
With the vehicle rolling at 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N), or press the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. While the vehicle is coasting at 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position. Do not pause with the transfer case in N (Neutral). Once the shift is completed, place the automatic transmission into DRIVE or release the clutch pedal on a manual transmission.
NOTE
Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped; however, difficulty may occur due to the mating teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur. The preferred method is with the vehicle rolling at 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h). Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle moving faster than 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h).
During cold weather, you may experience increased effort in shifting until the transfer case fluid warms up. This is normal.
WARNING
Failure to engage a transfer case position completely can cause transfer case damage or loss of power and vehicle control. You could have a collision. Do not drive the vehicle unless the transfer case is fully engaged.
The transfer case provides five-mode positions:
For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position, see the following:
2H
Two-Wheel Drive High Range — This range is for normal street and highway driving on dry, hard-surfaced roads.
4H AUTO
Four-Wheel Drive Auto High Range — This range sends power to the front wheels. The four-wheel-drive system will be automatically engaged when the vehicle senses a loss of traction. Additional traction for varying road conditions.
4H PART-TIME
Four-Wheel Drive Part-Time High Range — This range maximizes torque to the front driveshaft, forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This range provides additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only.
N (Neutral)
Neutral — This range disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle page 198.
WARNING
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the (N) Neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case (N) Neutral position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the automatic transmission is in PARK (or the manual transmission is in gear). The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.
4L
2H TO 4H AUTO OR 4H AUTO TO 2H
Shifting between 2H and 4H AUTO can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion. The preferred shifting speed would be 0 to 45 mph (72 km/h). With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. Do not accelerate while shifting the transfer case. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever.
2H/4H AUTO TO 4H PART-TIME OR 4H PART-TIME TO 2H/4H AUTO
Shifting between 2H/4H AUTO to 4H PART TIME can be made with the vehicle stopped or in motion. The preferred shifting speed would be 0 to 45 mph (72 km/h). With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. Do not accelerate while shifting the transfer case. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever.
NOTE
During cold weather, you may experience increased effort in shifting until the transfer case fluid warms up. This is normal.
4H PART-TIME/4H AUTO TO 4L OR 4L TO 4H PART TIME/4H AUTO
With the vehicle rolling at 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N), or press the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. While the vehicle is coasting at 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to the desired position. Do not pause with the transfer case in N (Neutral). Once the shift is completed, place the automatic transmission into DRIVE or release the clutch pedal on a manual transmission.
NOTE: Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped; however, difficulty may occur due to the mating teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur. The preferred method is with the vehicle rolling at 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h). Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle moving faster than 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h).
WARNING
Failure to engage a transfer case position completely can cause transfer case damage or loss of power and vehicle control. You could have a collision. Do not drive the vehicle unless the transfer case is fully engaged.
TRAC-LOK REAR AXLE — IF EQUIPPED
WARNING
On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differential, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground. The vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to lose control of your vehicle.
The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument panel (to the right of the steering column).
To activate the system, push the AXLE LOCK switch down to lock the rear axle only (the “REAR ONLY” will illuminate), and push the switch up to lock the front axle and rear axle (the “FRONT + REAR” will illuminate). When the rear axle is locked, pushing the bottom of the switch again will lock or unlock the front axle.
NOTE
The rear axle may be locked in 4H if the proper conditions are met.
WARNING
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used on any public roadways.
The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument panel (to the right of the steering column).
This feature will only activate when the following conditions are met:
To activate the system, push the AXLE LOCK switch down to lock the rear axle only (“REAR ONLY” will illuminate). To unlock the rear axle, push the AXLE LOCK OFF button. Axle Lock will disengage if the vehicle is taken out of 4H, Off Road+ is turned off by the driver, ESC “Full Off” is exited, or the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position.
NOTE
Your vehicle may be equipped with an electronic disconnecting stabilizer/sway bar. This system allows greater front suspension travel in off-road situations. This system is controlled by the SWAY BAR switch located on the instrument panel (to the right of the steering column).
SWAY BAR Switch
Push the SWAY BAR switch to activate the system. Push the switch again to deactivate the system. The Sway Bar Indicator Light (located in the instrument cluster) will illuminate when the bar is disconnected. The Sway Bar Indicator Light will flash during activation transition, or when activation conditions are not met. The stabilizer/sway bar should remain in on-road mode during normal driving conditions.
WARNING
Ensure the stabilizer/sway bar is reconnected before driving on hard-surfaced roads or at speeds above 18 mph (29 km/h); a disconnected stabilizer/sway bar may contribute to the loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious injury. Under certain circumstances, the front stabilizer/sway bar enhances vehicle stability and assists with vehicle control. The system monitor’s vehicle speed and will attempt to reconnect the stabilizer/sway bar at speeds over 18 mph (29 km/h). This is indicated by a flashing or solid Sway Bar Indicator Light. Once a vehicle speed is reduced below 14 mph (22 km/h), the system will once again attempt to return to off-road mode.
To disconnect the stabilizer/sway bar, shift to either 4H or 4L and push the SWAY BAR switch to obtain the off-road position page 157. The Sway Bar Indicator Light will flash until the stabilizer/sway bar has been fully disconnected.
NOTE
The stabilizer/sway bar may be torque locked due to left and right suspension height differences. This condition is due to driving surface differences or vehicle loading. In order for the stabilizer/sway bar to disconnect/reconnect, the right and left halves of the bar must be aligned. This alignment may require that the vehicle be driven onto the level ground or rocked from side to side.
To return to on-road mode, push the SWAY BAR switch again.
WARNING
If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to on-road mode, the Sway Bar Indicator Light will flash in the instrument cluster and vehicle stability may be reduced. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle over 18 mph (29 km/h). Driving faster than 18 mph (29 km/h) with a disconnected stabilizer/sway bar may contribute to the loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious injury.
When activated, Off Road+ is designed to improve the user experience when using specific Off-Road driving modes. To activate Off Road+, push the OFF ROAD+ switch in the switch bank. The vehicle’s performance will improve depending on which Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) mode is activated.
NOTE
Off Road+ will not function in 2H mode. If the button is pushed while in 2H mode, the cluster display will show the message “Off Road+ Unavailable Shift to 4WD”.
When Off Road+ is active, the following features will activate:
Once in Off Road+, the vehicle will begin to behave in different ways depending on the 4WD mode in use. The following enhancements will occur when using Off Road+.
4L
4H
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