2012 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab tow

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual If the transmission operating temperature exceeds nor-
mal operating limits, the powertrain controller will
modify the transmission shift schedule and expand the
range of torque converter clutch engag

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual Overdrive Operation
The automatic transmission includes an electronically
controlled Overdrive (fifth and sixth gears). The trans-
mission will automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if
the follo

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light” will illuminate in the
instrument cluster to indicate that TOW/HAUL mode
has been activated. Pressing the switch a second time
restores normal operation. If the TOW/

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual 4H
Four-Wheel Drive High Range - This range locks the
front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and
rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional
traction for loose, slippery road su

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual desired position. Refer to “Shifting Procedure” for spe-
cific shifting instructions. The 4WD LOCK and 4WD
LOW positions are designed for loose, slippery road
surfaces only. Driving in the 4WD LOC

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual N
Neutral - This range disengages both the front and rear
driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat
towing behind another vehicle. Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in Starting and Operati

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual When the parking brake is applied with the ignition
switch ON, the “Brake Warning Light” in the instrument
cluster will illuminate.
NOTE:
•When the parking brake is applied and the automatic
tra

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Ram 5500 Chassis Cab 2012  Owners Manual This placard tells you important information about
the:
1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle
2) total weight your vehicle can carry
3) tire size designed for your vehicle
4) cold tir