2011 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 344

342 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE - Six-Speed Transmission This range should be used for most city and highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts, and best fuel economy. However, use the AutoStick௡ mode and select the appropriate gear when frequent transmission shifting occurs in the DRIVE range, such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e., in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers). Under these conditions, reducing shifting by selecting the appropriate gear in AutoStick௡ will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up. vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e., in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds or while towing heavy trailers). Under these conditions, using the "3" range will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up. Reset Mode - Electronic Transmission The transmission is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the transmission automatically shifts into second gear (third gear for six-speed automatic). The transmission remains in second gear (third gear for six-speed automatic) despite the forward gear selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to operate. This "D" (Overdrive) - Four-Speed Transmission Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to an This range should be used for most city and highway authorized dealer for service without damaging the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts, transmission. and best fuel economy. However, select the "3" range when frequent transmission shifting occurs while using the "D" (Overdrive) range, such as when operating the