2011 Dodge Challenger Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 262

260 STARTING AND OPERATING Downshifting 1-4 Skip Shift To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, downThere are times when you must shift the transmission shift to maintain a safe speed when descending a steep directly from first gear to fourth gear instead of from first grade. gear to second gear. This is to help you get the best WARNING! possible fuel economy from your vehicle. This occurs when the engine coolant (antifreeze) is higher than 106°F Skipping more than one gear while downshifting, (41°C), vehicle speed is greater than 19 mph (30 km/h) could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. You but less than 21 mph (34 km/h), and the transmission is could have a collision. in first gear, and the accelerator is at 1/4 throttle or less. The "1-4 Skip Shift Indicator Message" will be displayed during these times. with the clutch engaged (clutch pedal released), but it may also be heard when driving at low engine RPM. Also, this may be more noticeable when the transmission is warm. This is a normal condition and is not an indication of a problem with your clutch or transmission. When the "1-4 Skip Shift Indicator Message" is displayed, the shift mechanism will only allow shifts from first gear to fourth gear. After you shift the transmission to fourth gear, you can press the clutch in and shift to another forward gear.