2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 252
2010 Dodge Avenger Manual
Page 252 highlights
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 NEUTRAL This range is used when vehicle is standing for prolonged periods with engine running. Engine may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you must leave the vehicle. WARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. DRIVE - Six-Speed Transmission This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts, and best fuel economy. However, use the AutoStick mode and select the appropriate gear when frequent transmission shifting occurs in the DRIVE range. For example: When operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e. in hilly terrain, traveling into strong headwinds, or while towing heavy trailers). Under these conditions, reducing shifting by selecting the appropriate gear in AutoStick will improve the performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up. DRIVE- Four-Speed Transmission This range should be used for most city and highway driving, it provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts, and best fuel economy. However, select the Љ3Љ range when frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the DRIVE range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e. in hilly terrain, traveling into strong headwinds, or while towing heavy trailers). Under these conditions, using the Љ3Љ range will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up. 5