2013 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 467

STARTING AND OPERATING 465 CAUTION! • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you must cycle the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON/RUN position, and also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result. • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can damage the drivetrain. • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever will not move out of PARK. REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. NEUTRAL Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine may be The following indicators should be used to ensure that started in this range. Apply the parking brake and shift you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK position: the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle. • When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully seated. • Look at the shift lever position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position. 5 WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe (Continued)