2011 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 258

STARTING AND OPERATING 257 REVERSE 1 (First) This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Use only This range is for driving up very steep hills and for after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. engine braking at low speeds, 25 mph (40 km/h) or less, when going down hill, use first gear. To prevent excessive NEUTRAL engine speed do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h) in this This range is used when vehicle is standing for prorange. longed periods with engine running. Engine may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you must Overdrive Operation The Overdrive automatic transmission contains an leave the vehicle. electronically-controlled fourth and fifth (if equipped) DRIVE gear (Overdrive). The transmission will automatically This range is for most city and highway driving. shift from Drive to Overdrive, if the following conditions 2 (Second) are present: This range is for driving slowly in heavy city traffic or on • the shift lever is in DRIVE; mountain roads where more precise speed control is desirable, use second gear. Use it also when climbing • the engine coolant has reached normal operating temperature; long grades, and for engine braking when descending moderately steep grades. To prevent excessive engine • vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph speed, do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) in this range. (48 km/h); 5