2010 Dodge Charger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 74

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly 3. Attach the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint to injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in the anchor (B) and remove slack in the tether strap a collision. according to the child restraint manufacturer's instrucPets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses tions. or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts. NOTE: Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS the strap. A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. 2 WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided.