2013 Chrysler 200 Owner Manual - Page 295

STARTING AND OPERATING 293 CAUTION! (Continued) • Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. • Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle speed. • Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal. engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the "Normal Starting" procedure. For vehicles equipped with Tip Start (Six-Speed Transmission), turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK Normal Starting position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the "Normal NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm Starting" procedure. engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the Extreme Cold Weather (Below -20°F Or −29°C) accelerator pedal. To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of For vehicles not equipped with Tip Start (Four-Speed an externally powered electric engine block heater (availTransmission), turn the ignition switch to the START able from your authorized dealer) is recommended. position and release it when the engine starts. If the 5