Tow Mode Engine Breaking RPM's

[BReeves61]

When using tow mode (towing 3500 lb camper)the rpms seem to get really high going down a steep grade. I usually begin breaking at 3500 to 4000 rpms. Is this to be expected and what do you experience?

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[EJH]

Mine will rev up to something like that when engine braking. When I manually shift to engine brake (in S mode), I tend to stay below about 4,000 rpms.

 

[brroberts]

I have a 4620lbs trailer (weighed) and see 4000 once in a while. Typically closer to 3500. This is in Tow/Haul.

 

[Silverfox]

What they said.

 

[Frenchy]

If I remember correctly the redlines is 6,000 RPM's right? Yeah you will be fine. Nothing to worry about there.

 

[Cabose-1]

Yep, mine does the same. Like a diesel truck, really cool! Only in tow/haul mode though. Its normal. Once you tow a lot more, youll see what an awesome little truck the Ranger can be

 

[BassRanger]

Tow/haul mode features enhanced engine braking to help you better slow trailers/ heavy loads. This a smaller, mild compression engine, so the truck will downshift so that the engine braking provides more of an effect on the drive wheels. If you've ever driven a manual vehicle, you know engine braking is much more pronounced in lower gears than higher. The trucks tow/haul mode is simply capitalizing on this phenomena to help slow you down.

 

[pbethel]

The one place that the "no replacement for displacement" axiom really applies is engine braking.
Our little four banger can only do so much.

 

[NotBudule]

mine does it and I haven't towed anything, I just run tow mode full time, some steep hills, it will downshift and chirp the tires ! Does sound like it's revving a little high but these trucks are ment to be drivin like dirt bikes , imo...

 

[Dereku]

I hope excessive engine braking does not cause your engine to break....

Seriously though, let it sign and help you slow down. It is doing its job.

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