2009 Dodge Challenger Owner's Manual - Page 262
2009 Dodge Challenger Manual
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260 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. • When shifting into PARK move the shift lever all the way forward and left until it stops and is fully seated. When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking • Look at the shift indicator display on the instrument panel to ensure it is in the PARK position. brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on the transmission locking mechanism may CAUTION! make it difficult to move the shift lever out of park. As an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb Damage to the shifter could result if the shift lever is on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill moved out of PARK before the ignition is turned grade. from the LOCK to ON position. WARNING! Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. REVERSE This range is used for moving the vehicle rearward. Always stop before moving the shift lever to REVERSE. NEUTRAL This range is used when the vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine The following indicators should be used to ensure that may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position: must leave the vehicle.