2012 Dodge Grand Caravan Owner Manual - Page 423

420 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage If The Engine Fails To Start automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the WARNING! ignition switch to the OFF position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the "Normal Starting" procedure (Steps 1-3 • Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into above). the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with a transmission start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire shift interlocking system. The brake pedal must be causing serious personal injury. pressed to shift out of PARK. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F or -29°C) transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned Follow the same instructions in the "Normal Starting" fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once procedure. the engine has started, ignite and damage the To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of converter and vehicle. an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail(Continued) able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.