The tow/haul mode is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer. The purpose of the tow/haul mode is:

• Reduce the frequency of shifts when pulling a heavy trailer,

• provide the same shift feel when pulling a heavy trailer as when the vehicle is unloaded, and

• reduce the need to change throttle position when pulling a heavy trailer.

This feature is turned on or off by pressing a button on the floor console or the shift ****. When the feature is on, a light located on the instrument panel cluster will illuminate to indicate that the tow/haul mode has been selected.

See Tow/Haul Mode Light . The tow/haul mode is automatically turned off each time the vehicle is started.

The tow/haul mode is most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75% of the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR).

The tow/haul mode for hauling a heavy trailer is most useful under the following conditions:

• When driving through hilly terrain at speeds below 55 mph (88 km/h),

• when driving in low speed or stop and go traffic below 55 mph (88 km/h), and

• when driving in parking lots.

Operating in the tow/haul mode when not pulling a heavy trailer will not cause damage to the vehicle, but you may experience reduced fuel economy and undesirable performance from the engine and transmission. The tow/haul mode should be used only when pulling a heavy trailer