2009 Dodge Challenger Owner's Manual - Page 267

STARTING AND OPERATING 265 When parking on a flat surface, place the shift lever in the PARK position first, and then apply the parking brake. The following indicators should be used to ensure that you have engaged the shift lever in the PARK position: When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking • When shifting into PARK, move the shift lever all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is fully brake before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise seated. the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As • Look at the shift indicator display on the instrument an added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the panel to ensure it is in the PARK position. curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. CAUTION! 5 WARNING! Never use the PARK position on an automatic transmission 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. Damage to the shifter could result if the shift lever is moved out of PARK before the ignition is turned from the LOCK to ON position. REVERSE This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Use only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.