Dodge 2004 Stratus Coupe - Manual (Page 151)

THEFT PROTECTION
CAUTION!
Always remove the key from the ignition switch and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lighted
area.
The ignition key can only be removed in the “LOCK”
position. If the key is left in the lock cylinder, a warning
chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened.
NOTE : If your vehicle is equipped with a Theft-alarm
system, refer to “Theft-alarm system”.
STEERING LOCK
Withdraw the key and the steering wheel will be locked.
Turn the steering wheel to confirm that it is locked.
CAUTION!
If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the key to the
؆ACC؆ position to unlock the steering wheel.
STARTING
Tips for starting
1. Do not operate the starter motor continuously for
longer than 15 seconds at a time; doing so could run
down the battery. If the engine does not start, turn the
ignition switch back to “LOCK”, wait a few seconds, and
then try again.
2. If the engine will not start because the battery is weak
or dead, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” section (page
277) for instructions on starting the engine.
3. The engine is well warmed up if the pointer of the
coolant temperature gauge starts to move. Extended
warm up operation will result in excessive fuel consump-
tion.
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