2008 Dodge Avenger Owner's Manual - Page 266

264 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. Remote Starting System - If Equipped Remote start conveniently starts the engine from outside the vehicle by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key fob while maintaining security. The system has a targeted range of 328 ft (100 m). The vehicle must be locked, the deck lid and hood closed and the transmission in PARK in order to start the engine using the Remote Start button on the key fob. NOTE: Remote start requires Automatic Transaxle equipped vehicles. How To Use Remote Start To enter the Remote Start mode, depress the Remote Start button twice on the key fob. The engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the remote start mode for a 15 minute cycle.