2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 253

252 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE 3- Four-Speed Transmission This range eliminates shifts into fourth gear. The transmission will operate normally in first and second gear. Shifts into third may be delayed to provide second gear operation at higher speeds. The Љ3Љ range should also be used when descending steep grades to prevent brake system distress. CAUTION! If the transmission operating temperature exceeds acceptable limits, the vehicle computer will override OVERDRIVE and "3" DRIVE range by changing shift points. This is done to prevent transmission damage due to overheating. NOTE: Using the Љ3Љ range while operating the vehicle Reset Mode - Electronic Transmission under heavy operating conditions will improve perforThe transmission is monitored electronically for abnormance and extend transmission life by reducing excesmal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause sive shifting and heat build-up. damage, the transmission automatically shifts into secLOW - Four-Speed Transmission ond gear. The transmission remains in second gear (third This range should be used for engine braking when gear with a six-speed automatic) despite the forward gear descending very steep grades. In this range, upshifts will selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue occur only to prevent engine overspeed while downshifts to operate. This Reset feature allows the vehicle to be occur earlier than other gear range selections. driven to a dealer for service without damaging the transmission.