2006 Chrysler 300 Owner Manual - Page 212

212 STARTING AND OPERATING The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the transmission shift lever into the P (Park) position: • When shifting into P (Park) move the lever all the way forward until it stops, and is fully seated. • Look at the shift indicator display on the instrument panel to ensure it is in the P (Park) position. N (Neutral) Engine may be started in this range. WARNING! Do not coast in N (Neutral) and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle. D (Overdrive) This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides smoothest up shifts and down shifts and best fuel economy. Select the "3" range when frequent transmission shifting occurs when using the Overdrive range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions (in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or while towing heavy trailers. NOTE: If the vehicle is started in cold outside temperatures, shifts into Overdrive may be delayed. Normal CAUTION! Before moving the shift lever out of P (Park), you must turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the shift lever is released. Otherwise, damage to the shifter could result. R (Reverse) For moving the vehicle rearward. Always stop before moving the lever to R (Reverse), except when rocking the vehicle.