Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation
— If Equipped
The ERS shift control allows the driver to limit the
highest available gear when the transmission is in
DRIVE and ERS mode is not active. For example, if you
set the transmission gear limit to FOURTH gear, the
transmission will hold that gear and not shift above
FOURTH gear, but will shift through the lower gears
normally.
NOTE:
ERS will only upshift during a FIRST to SECOND gear
shift when in 4WD LOW. All other ranges will hold the
gear.
You can switch between DRIVE and ERS mode at any
vehicle speed. When the transmission gear selector is
in DRIVE, the transmission will operate automatically,
shifting between all available gears. Tapping the “-”
button (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 “-” or “+” button will change the top
available gear.
Electronic Range Select (ERS)
1 — Shift Up “+”
2 — Shift Down “–”
To exit ERS mode, simply push and hold the “+”
button until the gear limit display disappears from the
instrument cluster.
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.
When to Use TOW/HAUL Mode
Select TOW/HAUL mode when driving in conditions such
as: driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a
heavy load, etc. This mode will improve performance
and reduce the potential for transmission overheating
or failure due to excessive shifting.
TOW/HAUL Switch
The TOW/HAUL Indicator Light will illuminate in the
instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode
has been activated. Pushing the switch a second time
restores normal operation. Normal operation is always
the default at engine start-up. If TOW/HAUL mode is
desired, the switch must be pushed each time the
engine is started.
WARNING!
Do not use the TOW/HAUL feature when driving in icy
or slippery conditions. The increased engine braking
can cause the rear wheels to slide, and the vehicle to
swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control,
which may cause an accident possibly resulting in
personal injury or death.
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