2010 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 270

STARTING AND OPERATING 269 This may result in a slightly different feeling or response position, the ignition switch must be turned to either the during normal operation in the DRIVE position. After the ON or START position (engine running or not) and the transmission cools down, it will return to normal brake pedal must be pressed. operation. Brake/Transmission Interlock Manual Override Key Ignition Park Interlock There is an override for the BTSI that allows you to move This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- the shift lever out of the PARK position if an electrical lock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK system malfunction occurs (i.e., dead battery). To access prior to turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position. the override, remove the rubber tray from the storage bin The key fob can only be removed from the ignition switch located to the right of the shift lever. The override access when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position and port is at the top of the bin to the right of the shift lever once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK. gate. Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in the PARK position when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. To move the shift lever out of the PARK 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without starting the engine. 2. Firmly set the parking brake. 3. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5