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STARTING AND OPERATING
The follow ing ind icators shou ld be used to ensu re that
you have engaged the transm ission shift lever into the P
(Park) position:
“R” Reverse
Shift into this range only after the vehicle has come to a
complete stop .
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When shifting into P (Park), depress the button on the
shift lever and firm ly move the lever all the way
forw ard until it stop s.
“N” Neutral
Engine may be started in this range.
“D” Overd rive
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Look at the shift ind icator wind ow on the console to
ensu re it is in the P (Park) position.
This range shou ld be used for most city and highw ay
driving. It provid es smoothest up shifts and down shifts
and best fuel econom y.
When engaged in P (Park), you will not be able to
move the shifter rearw ard withou t depressing the shift
lever button.
When frequ ent transaxle shifting occurs while using the
Overd rive range, such as when operating the vehicle
und er heavy load ing cond itions (in hilly terrain, travel-
ing into strong head wind s, or while tow ing trailers), use
the “3” range.
CAUTIO N!
Before movin g the shift lever out of P (Park ), you must
turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the steerin g
wheel and shift lever are released . Otherwise, damage
to the steerin g column or shifter could resu lt.
| Categories | Chrysler Manuals, Chrysler PT Cruiser Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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