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Brake/transmission shift interlock system, Fuel economy (econ) mode – Dodge 2013 Grand Caravan User Manual

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Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in PARK
unless the brakes are applied. To shift the transmission
out of PARK, the ignition switch must be turned to the
ON/RUN position (engine running or not) and the brake
pedal must be pressed.

Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode

The Fuel Economy (ECON) mode can improve the vehi-
cle’s overall fuel economy during normal driving condi-
tions. Press the “econ” switch in the center stack of the
instrument panel and a green light will indicate the
ECON mode is engaged.

When the Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode is engaged, the
vehicle control systems will change the following:

• The transmission will upshift sooner and downshift

later.

Fuel Economy Mode Switch

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