WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle
unattended with the transfer case in the Neutral (N)
position without first fully engaging the parking brake.
The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both
the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and
will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission
position. The parking brake should always be applied
when the driver is not in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on
your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged.
•Do not disconnect the rear driveshaft because
fluid will leak from the transfer case and damage
internal parts.
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION PLATE
The equipment Identification Plate is located on the hood
inner surface.
The following information about your vehicle is dis-
played on this plate: Model, Wheelbase, Vehicle Identifi-
cation Number, Truck Order Number, and code numbers
with descriptions of all production and special equip-
ment on the truck as shipped from the factory.
NOTE:Always refer to the equipment identification
plate when ordering parts.
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