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N (Neutral)
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[DR09375(ALL)01/95]
With the gearshift in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be
started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in
this position.
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[DR09400(ALL)01/95]
Driving
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[DR09500(ALL)04/95]
When to use
j(Overdrive)
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[DR09600(ALL)04/95]
This is the normal driving position. As the vehicle picks up
speed, automatic upshifts to second, third and fourth gears will
occur when
jOverdrive is chosen on the selector and the
transmission control switch has not been pressed. The
transmission will shift into the correct gear when the right
speed is achieved, for the accelerator pedal position you have
chosen.
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[DR09700(ALL)03/94]
When to use Drive
[DR09800(ALL)06/95]
You will note there is not a drive position on your gearshift
indicator. However, you will find a transmission control switch
labeled O/D ON/OFF located on the end of the gearshift lever.
Press this switch and the O/D OFF indicator light will
illuminate on the instrument cluster. With overdrive cancelled
and the O/D OFF indicator light illuminated, the transmission
will operate in gears one through three. This is useful if you
experience frequent downshift/upshift conditions, when
operating with a heavy load or in hilly terrain, or if additional
engine braking is useful. However, shift back to
j(Overdrive)
whenever practical for optimum powertrain cooling and fuel
economy. This can be accomplished by pushing the transmission
control switch again, to cancel the O/D OFF control and light.
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[DR15100(ALL)03/95]
When you slow down or climb a steep hill, always downshift
before the engine starts to lose power. Downshifting reduces the
chance of stalling and gives your vehicle better acceleration to
increase speed again.
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[DR15200(ALL)03/95]
When you drive down steep hills, downshifting helps you keep
a safe speed and helps prevent unnecessary wear on the brakes.
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[DR15300(ALL)03/95]
When you come to a stop, do not downshift through each gear.
Disengage the clutch and use the brake as necessary.
Downshifting through the gears decreases your vehicle's fuel
economy.
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[DR15400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Continued use of a damaged or worn clutch, prolonged
clutch slippage or downshifting at excessive speeds can
result in a failure of the engine, transmission or clutch
components.
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[DR15500(ALL)03/91]
Transmission Function
[DR15600(ALL)10/94]
Upshift at the speeds specified in the chart. All forward gears
are synchronized allowing you to shift into them with your
vehicle in motion. The clutch pedal should be fully depressed
when shifting.
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[DR15625(ALL)04/94]
NOTE: Shifting during extremely low rpm's can result in a
momentary audible rattle which disappears as vehicle
rpm's are increased. Shifting at higher speeds will
eliminate this sound.
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[DR15700(ALL)03/95]
Parking
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[DR15800(ALL)01/95]
To park your vehicle, apply the service brake pedal, and shift
into N (Neutral) while still maintaining pressure on the service
brake. Set the parking brake fully. Shift into first and turn off
the ignition.
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Transfer case selections
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[DR16310(R )01/95]
Four-wheel drive operation (4H or 4L) on dry pavement is not
recommended. Operating the vehicle in four-wheel drive on dry
pavement will increase tire wear, decrease fuel economy, and
make four-wheel drive disengagement difficult for the transfer
case.
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NOTE: Do not drive the vehicle with the left and right
manual locking hubs set to different positions.
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[DR17210(R )06/94]
To shift from 4H to 2H:
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[DR17240(R )06/94]
Move the transfer case shift lever forward to the 2H position.
This can be done at any speed. However, the front driveline
will remain engaged to the front wheels until the manual
locking hubs are disengaged. To disengage the manual locking
hubs, stop the vehicle and rotate both hub lock selector knobs
counter-clockwise to the FREE position.
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[DR17270(R )06/94]
Operating in 2H with the hubs in the LOCK position increases
fuel consumption, noise, vibration, and wear. For prolonged 2H
operation on dry pavement, set the manual locking hubs to the
FREE position.
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[DR17301(R )06/94]
To shift between 4H and 4L:
[DR17360(R )01/95]
Stop the vehicle and place the automatic transmission into N
(Neutral) or depress the clutch on vehicles with a manual
transmission. Pull the transfer case shift lever to the left and
shift the transfer case to the desired 4H or 4L position. This
shift should be with one continuous motion without pausing in
the N position. Pausing in the neutral position can result in gear
clash and difficult shifting. If while shifting between 4H and 4L,
the transfer case gets stuck in the N position or is difficult to
shift into either 4H or 4L, it may be necessary to let the vehicle
roll slightly and/or turn off the engine (particularly on vehicles
equipped with automatic transmissions).
[DR17390(R )01/95]
To shift between N (Neutral) and either 4H or 4L
[DR17450(R )01/95]
To shift into N (Neutral), stop the vehicle and engage the
parking brake. Place the automatic transmission into N (Neutral)
or depress the clutch on manual transmission vehicles. From
either the 4H or 4L position, pull the transfer case shift lever to
the left and move the transfer case shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position. The N (Neutral) position should only be used for
vehicle towing.
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[DR17500(R )05/95]
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle is free to move
with either the automatic transmission in P (Park) or with the
manual transmission in any driving gear.
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[DR17510(R )05/95]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer
case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking
brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the
vehicle.
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[DR17540(R )01/95]
To shift from N (Neutral) to either 4H or 4L, stop the vehicle
and engage the parking brake. Place the automatic transmission
into N (Neutral) or depress the clutch on manual transmission
vehicles. Push the transfer case shift lever to the desired
position. If it is difficult to shift into either 4H or 4L, it may be
necessary to let the vehicle roll slightly and/or turn off the
engine (particularly on vehicles equipped with automatic
transmissions).
[DR17570(R )01/95]
4WD Systems Ð Select Drive Electric Shift
[DR17601(R )01/95]
The select drive electric shift system functions in three modes.
In two-wheel drive mode, power is delivered only to the rear
axle at normal road speed. The 4x4 HIGH position provides
four-wheel drive with power delivered to the front and rear
axles for increased traction. The 4x4 LOW position provides
four-wheel drive with power delivered to the front and rear
axles when above average power is required at reduced speeds.
[DR17630(R )01/95]
Four-wheel drive operation (4x4 HIGH or 4x4 LOW) on dry
pavement is not recommended. Operating the vehicle in
four-wheel drive on dry pavement will increase noise, vibration,
tire wear, decrease fuel economy, and make four-wheel drive
disengagement difficult for the transfer case.
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At extremely low temperatures, it may be necessary to slow
down or even stop to shift from two wheel drive to 4WD.
[DR17960(R )01/95]
The initial shift from two-wheel drive to 4WD while the vehicle
is moving can cause some momentary clunk and ratcheting
sounds. This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and the
automatic locking hubs engaging and is not a cause for concern.
[DR17990(R )01/95]
Because of possible damage to powertrain components, never
shift from two-wheel drive to 4WD with the rear wheels
slipping.
[DR18020(R )07/94]
To shift from 4WD High to Two-Wheel Drive:
[DR18050(R )03/95]
Rotate the 4WD switch to 2WD; the 4WD light on the
instrument cluster will go out, indicating the vehicle is in
two-wheel drive. This can be done at any speed. To disengage
the automatic locking hubs, operate the vehicle in two-wheel
drive in the opposite direction for approximately 10 feet
(3 meters) in a straight line.
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[DR18080(R )06/94]
For example:
[DR18110(R )01/95]
If you were driving the vehicle forward in 4WD the
automatic locking hubs will disengage the next time the
vehicle is driven in reverse in two-wheel drive for
approximatedly 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight line.
[DR18140(R )01/95]
If you were driving the vehicle in reverse in 4WD, the
automatic locking hubs will disengage the next time the
vehicle is driven forward in two-wheel drive for
approximately 10 feet (3 meters) in a straight line.
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[DR18170(R )01/95]
Operating in two-wheel drive mode with the hubs locked
increases fuel consumption, noise, vibration, and wear. For
prolonged two-wheel drive operation on dry pavement,
disengagement of the automatic locking hubs, which is not
required for two-wheel drive operation, stops all movement of
front-wheel drive components while operating in two-wheel
drive.
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[DR30001(ALL)06/92]
Understanding Loading/Towing Information
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The following terms are used to describe the ability to carry or
tow a load:
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Base Curb Weight
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Payload
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GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
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GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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[DR30310(ALL)06/92]
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GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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[DR30320(ALL)06/92]
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Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
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[DR30330(ALL)06/92]
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Maximum Trailer Weight
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[DR30340(ALL)06/92]
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Trailer Weight Range
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[DR30351(ALL)03/91]
Base Curb Weight
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[DR30401(ALL)03/94]
The Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including
fuel, coolants, lubricants, emergency tools, spare wheel and tire.
It also includes any equipment that isstandardon that model. It
does not include passengers, cargo or optional equipment
installed by factory, dealer, aftermarket supplier or customer.
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[DR30451(ALL)03/91]
Payload
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[DR30501(ALL)03/91]
Payload is the combined, maximum allowable weight of cargo,
occupants and optional equipment that the truck is designed to
carry. It is Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus the base curb
weight.
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[DR30550(ALL)03/91]
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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[DR30601(ALL)05/95]
If you add base curb weight and the weight of a load (including
passengers, cargo and optional equipment) being carried at a
particular time, you get the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
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[DR31050(ALL)06/92]
Passenger car type tires when installed on light trucks and
multipurpose passenger vehicles are rated at 10% lower load
carrying capacity due to the differences in vehicle usages.
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[DR31101(ALL)05/95]
The vehicle must not be loaded to both the front and rear
GAWR because the GVWR will be exceeded. The GAWR of the
front and rear axles exceeds the GVWR when added together to
allow flexibility in fore and aft loading of cargo.
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[DR31110(ALL)06/92]
With the tires inflated to the specified pressure the total weight
of your vehicle must not exceed the GVWR and GAWR
specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. This
includes full fuel tank(s), vehicle equipment, and occupants as
well as the cargo load.
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[DR31120(ALL)06/92]
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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[DR31130(ALL)06/92]
GCWR is the maximum combined weight of the towing
vehicle (including passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer.
The GCWR is specified by the manufacturer to indicate the
combined maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed
to tow.
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[DR31140(ALL)06/92]
Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
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[DR31150(ALL)05/95]
The maximum trailer weight rating is the maximum weight of a
trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow. It is specified by the
manufacturer and is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb
weight for each engine/transmission combination, any required
option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver
from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
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[DR31160(ALL)06/92]
Maximum Trailer Weight
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[DR31170(ALL)05/95]
The maximum trailer weight is the maximum weight of a trailer
the loaded vehicle is permitted to tow. It is determined by
subtracting the weight of the loaded towing vehicle (including
passengers and cargo) from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.
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