2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 250

STARTING AND OPERATING 249 • Insert the ignition key and rotate it to the ON position NOTE: If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety • Remove the cup holder liner feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and • Insert a key, screwdriver, or finger into the front hole stopped, but the key cannot be removed until you obtain then push and hold the manual override release lever service. forward. Four-Speed/Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - • While holding the release lever forward, move the If Equipped shift lever from PARK to NEUTRAL. Release the The electronically controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are override self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new NOTE: If this occurs, even if the override is successful, vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal it is recommended that you visit a dealer at your earliest condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equiphundred miles. ment to determine if the problem could recur. Gear Ranges Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System This system prevents the key from being removed unless PARK the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of This range supplements the parking brake by locking the PARK unless the key is in the ON position and the brake transmission. The engine can be started in this range. pedal is applied. 5