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Autostick - if equipped – Dodge 2009 Journey User Manual

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PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper-
ate. This Reset feature allows the vehicle to be driven to
an authorized dealer for service without damaging the
transaxle.

In the event of a momentary problem, the transaxle can
be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the
following steps:

1. Stop the vehicle.

2. Shift into PARK.

3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.

4. Restart the engine.

5. Shift into the desired gear range and resume driving.

NOTE:

Even if the transaxle can be reset, it is recom-

mended that you visit an authorized dealer at your

earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
recur.

If the transaxle cannot be reset, authorized dealer service
is required.

AUTOSTICK

— IF EQUIPPED

AutoStick

௡ is a driver-interactive transaxle that offers six

manual ratio changes to provide you with more control
of the vehicle. AutoStick

௡ allows you to maximize engine

braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,
and improve overall vehicle performance. This system
can also provide you with more control during passing,
city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving,
trailer towing, and many other situations.

STARTING AND OPERATING

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