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Starting procedures, Normal starting, Automatic transmission – Dodge 2009 Ram 1500 User Manual

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STARTING PROCEDURES

Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belt.

The starter should not be operated for more than 15-
second intervals. Waiting a few seconds between such
intervals will protect the starter from overheating.

WARNING!

Accidents can be caused by inadvertently moving

the shift lever or by pressing the accelerator pedal.
This may cause excessive heat in the exhaust
system, resulting in overheating and vehicle fire
which may cause serious or fatal injuries.

Do not leave children or animals inside parked

vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may
cause serious injury or death.

Normal Starting

Normal starting of either a warm or cold engine is
obtained without pumping or depressing the accelerator
pedal. Turn the key to the START position and release
when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within
10 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position, wait five
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.

Automatic Transmission

Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or
PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting into any
driving range.

NOTE:

This vehicle is equipped with a transmission

shift interlocking system. The brake pedal must be
depressed to shift out of PARK.

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