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2022 Dodge Durango Owners Manual - All-wheel Drive Operation



Owner’s Manuals 2022 All-wheel Drive Operation

All-wheel Drive Operation

This system contains a single-speed (HI range only) transfer case, which provides convenient full-time All-Wheel Drive (AWD). No driver interaction is required. The Brake Traction Control (BTC) System, which combines standard ABS and Traction Control, provides resistance to any wheel that is slipping to allow additional torque transfer to wheels with traction.

Note:

This system is not appropriate for conditions where AWD LOW is recommended "⇨When To Use 4WD Low — If Equipped".

ELECTRONICALLY SHIFTED TRANSFER CASE — IF EQUIPPED

This is an electronically shifted transfer case and it is operated by the AWD control switch, which is located on the center console.

AWD Control Switch

This electronically shifted transfer case provides three positions:

  • All-wheel drive auto range (AWD AUTO)

  • All-wheel drive low range (AWD LOW)

  • N (Neutral)

When additional traction is required, the transfer case AWD LOW position can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by pushing the AWD LOW switch "⇨Shifting Procedure". The AWD LOW position is designed for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the AWD LOW position on dry, hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to the driveline components.

TRANSFER CASE POSITION INDICATOR MESSAGES

The Transfer Case Position Indicator message (AWD LOW) is located in the instrument cluster and indicate the current and desired transfer case selection "⇨INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY". When you select a different transfer case position, the position indicator lights will do the following:

If All Shift Conditions Are Met:

  1. The current position indicator light will turn off.

  2. The selected position indicator light will flash until the transfer case completes the shift.

  3. When the shift is complete, the indicator light for the selected position will stop flashing and remain on.

If shift conditions are not met, one or more of the following events may occur:

  1. The indicator light for the current position will remain on.

  2. The newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash.

  3. The transfer case will not shift.

Note:

Before retrying a selection, make certain that all the necessary requirements for selecting a new transfer case position have been met "⇨Shifting Procedure".

The SERV AWD Warning Light monitors the electronic shift all-wheel drive system. If this light remains on after engine start-up or illuminates during driving, it means that the all-wheel drive system is not functioning properly and that service is required.

WARNING:

Always engage the parking brake when powering down the vehicle if the SERV AWD Warning Light is illuminated. Not engaging the parking brake may allow the vehicle to roll which may cause personal injury.

Note:

Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. This could cause damage to driveline components.

When operating your vehicle in AWD LOW, the engine speed is approximately three times that of the AWD AUTO position at a given road speed. Take care not to overspeed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).

Proper operation of all-wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of equal size, type and circumference on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause damage to the transfer case.

Because all-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is a tendency to exceed safe turning and stopping speeds. Do not go faster than road conditions permit.

For additional information on the appropriate use of each transfer case position, see the following information:

AWD LOW

All-Wheel Drive Low Range – This range provides low speed all-wheel drive. Locks the front and rear driveshafts together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).

N (Neutral)

This range disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle "⇨RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME)".

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 drive shafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the transmission is in PARK. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.

SHIFTING PROCEDURE

Note:

  • If any of the requirements to select a new transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case will not shift. The position indicator light for the previous position will remain on and the newly selected position indicator light will continue to flash until all the requirements for the selected position have been met. To retry a shift: return the control switch back to the original position, make certain all shift requirements have been met, wait five seconds and try the shift again.

  • If all the requirements to select a new transfer case position have been met, the current position indicator light will turn off, the selected position indicator light will flash until the transfer case completes the shift. When the shift is complete, the position indicator light for the selected position will stop flashing and remain on.

AWD AUTO TO AWD LOW

Note:

When shifting into or out of AWD LOW some gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.

Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. Use either of the following procedures:

Preferred Procedure

  1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).

  2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.

  3. While still rolling, push the AWD LOW control switch.

  4. After the AWD LOW position indicator light is on (not flashing), shift the transmission back into gear.

Alternate Procedure

  1. Bring the vehicle to complete stop.

  2. With the ignition in ON/RUN position and engine running, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.

  3. Push the AWD LOW control switch.

  4. After the AWD LOW position indicator light is on (not flashing), shift the transmission back into gear.

Note:

  • If steps 1 or 2 of either the “Preferred” or “Alternate Procedure” are not satisfied prior to attempting the shift or if they no longer are being met while the shift attempt is in process, the desired position indicator light will flash continuously while the original position indicator light is on, until all requirements have been met.

  • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position for a shift to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the ON/RUN position, then the shift will not take place and no position indicator lights will be on or flashing.

N (NEUTRAL) SHIFT PROCEDURE

For information regarding the transfer case N (Neutral) shift procedure "⇨Shifting Into N (Neutral)".

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