2013 Dodge Dart Owner Manual - Page 397

STARTING AND OPERATING 395 • At low speeds you may hear mechanical noises similar to a manual transmission as the transmission changes gears. These noises are normal and will not damage the transmission. When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as when operating the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, in hilly terrain, or traveling into strong head winds, use the AutoStick௡ shift control (refer to "AutoStick௡" in this section for further information) to select a lower gear. • Very aggressive driving may result in some clutch Under these conditions, using a lower gear will improve odor similar to a manual transmission. An active performance and extend transmission life by reducing warning message will display in the Instrument Clusexcessive shifting and heat buildup. ter if cool down actions are needed. During extremely cold temperatures, the transmission • When stopped on an incline, always hold the vehicle will not operate if the oil temperature is -22°F (-30°C) or in place using the brakes. On steep inclines, Hill Start below. Allow the engine to idle briefly with the transmisAssist (HSA) will temporarily hold the car in position sion in PARK in order to warm the fluid. Normal when the brake pedal is released. If the accelerator operation will resume once the transmission oil is suffipedal is not applied after a short time, the car will roll ciently warm. back. Either reapply the brake (to hold the vehicle) or press the accelerator to climb the hill. • Before and after the engine is started, you may hear a hydraulic pump for a short period of time. This noise is normal and will not damage the transmission. 5