2010 Dodge Charger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 264
2010 Dodge Charger Manual
Page 264 highlights
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 Temporary Transmission Limp Home Mode The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, the transmission will engage Limp Home Mode. If vehicle acceleration worsens, or the transmission no longer shifts, the transmission is most likely operating in the Limp Home Mode. In this mode, the transmission will remain in the current gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop. After the vehicle has stopped, PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. Second gear will operate in the DRIVE position. The "Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)" may be illuminated. 3. Turn OFF the engine. 4. Wait approximately 10 seconds. 5. Restart the engine. 6. Move the shift lever to the desired range. If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will return to normal operation. NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recommend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur. 5 A reset feature is available to allow the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service. To reset the Have the transmission checked at your authorized dealer transmission, use the following procedure: as soon as possible. 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK position. If the problem has been momentary, the transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears.