2006 Dodge Durango Owner's Manual - Page 242

242 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic Transmission Start the engine with the selector lever in NEUTRAL or PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range. Normal Starting Normal Starting of either a warm or cold engine is obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Tip Start Feature Your vehicle has a "Tip Start" starting system. With "Tip Start" the driver does not need to hold the key in the 'Start' position until the vehicle starts, but can release the key (still in the ignition) and the vehicle will continue through the start cycle. • Turn the ignition key to the START position, until the start motor engages. • Release the key (still in the ignition) and the starter will continue through the start cycle until the vehicle starts or for 5 seconds (whichever comes first). WARNING! Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start can be dangerous if done improperly. See section 6 of this manual for the proper jump starting procedures and follow them carefully.