2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Owner Manual - Page 334

332 STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE Use REVERSE for moving the vehicle rearward. Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. NEUTRAL Shift the gear selector lever into this gear only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. The engine may be started in this range. WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. DRIVE - Six-Speed Transmission This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts, and best fuel economy. However, use the Electronic Range Select (ERS) mode by moving the lever - / + and select the "5" range when frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the DRIVE range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e., in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers). Under these conditions, using the "5" range will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up. DRIVE - Four-Speed Transmission This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts, and best fuel economy. However, select the "3" range when frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the DRIVE range, such as when operating the vehicle