2011 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 294

STARTING AND OPERATING 291 STARTING PROCEDURES Turn the ignition switch to the START position and Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the "Normal WARNING! Starting" procedure. Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving Tip Start Feature children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a Turn the ignition switch to START position and release it number of reasons. A child or others could be seri- as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will ously or fatally injured. Do not leave the keys in the continue to run, but will automatically disengage itself ignition. A child could operate power windows, when the engine is running. If the engine fails to start, the other controls, or move the vehicle. starter will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the "Normal Starting" PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any procedure. driving range. Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or -29°C) Normal Starting To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, the use NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm of an externally powered electric engine block heater engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the (available from your authorized dealer) is recommended. accelerator pedal. 5