2009 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 139

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Manual Transmission Depressing the clutch pedal will disengage the Electronic Speed Control. A slight increase in engine RPM before the speed control disengages is normal. Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may need to be shifted into a lower gear to climb hills without speed loss. To Accelerate For Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control. REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist System is a driver aid that senses for obstacles behind the vehicle and provides both visible and audible warnings to indicate the range of the object. 3 WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system can't maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Don't use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.