2004 Dodge Dakota Owner's Manual - Page 146

146 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! Long periods of engine idling can cause excessive exhaust temperatures which can damage your vehicle. Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running. WARNING! Remember to disconnect the cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 volt electrical cord could cause electrocution. SHIFTING WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death. Engine Block Heater - If Equipped The engine block heater warms engine coolant and permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three wire extension cord. The engine block heater cord is located at the right front of the engine compartment for all engine applications. Automatic Transmission The gear shift lever is mounted on the right side of the steering column. To engage a gear for driving, move the shift lever from P-Park or N-Neutral to the desired gear range (R-Reverse, D-Drive, 2-Second, or 1-First). To move the shift lever, pull it toward you, then release it when the desired gear range is reached. The Transmission Range Indicator (labeled "Gear Selector") in the instrument cluster shows the selected gear range. The Indicator is illuminated for night driving. Brake/Transmission Interlock System This system prevents you from moving the gear shift out of Park and into any gear unless the brake pedal is pressed. This system is active only while the ignition