engine brake while towing?
OK, so just getting a feel for towing my 5er with the 2013 Ram Cummins. When tow enabled (heavy tow used with appropriate tire pressure) and engine brake on, going downhill after taking foot off gas ...
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coolbreeze01 wrote:
I don't like the auto downshifting. So much smoother when I do it.
Works great, you should try it before criticizing.
Maybe driving a 5&4 with a Jake brake in the hills made me a better operator.
I am not going to tell you how to run your truck, but towing without tow/haul mode is asking for premature transmission failure. Contrary to most peoples beliefs, a buttery smooth shift is harder on a transmission than a firm one because the smooth shifts allow the clutches to slip causing heat and clutch wear. In tow/haul mode, the transmissions line pressure is increased which makes for a quicker firmer shift and reduces clutch slippage which means less heat. It also holds gears longer because a constant shifting transmission creates more heat. You can run your truck as you wish, but I just thought you should know if you don't.
