Shift Positions
The transfer case switch is located on the center console next to the shift lever.
Transfer Case Switch
2WD
Rear Wheel Drive High Range - This range is used for normal street and highway driving on dry hard-surfaced roads.
4WD Lock
Four-Wheel Drive High Range - This range locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose or slippery road surfaces only.
4WD Low
Four-Wheel Drive Low Range - This range provides low speed four-wheel drive. Locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose or slippery road surfaces only. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
N
Neutral - This range disengages both the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft from the powertrain. To be used for flat towing behind another vehicle. Refer to “Recreational Towing” in “Starting and Operating” for further information.
See also:
Towing
When equipped with the optional towing package, any Liberty can tow 5,000
pounds, just like the outgoing model. Even though that's plenty for this class,
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General Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This de ...
Towing
It may be offroadable, but the Patriot has the same shortcoming of most
front-drive-based platforms: Its maximum towing capacity is a mere 2,000 pounds
when equipped with the Trailer Tow package, ...