Normal starting, Tip start - automatic transaxle only, Tip start — automatic transaxle only – Dodge 2008 JS Avenger Sedan User Manual

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Normal Starting

Normal Starting of either a cold or a warm engine does
not require pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal.
Simply turn the ignition switch to the START position
and release when the engine starts. If the engine fails to
start within 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the
normal starting procedure.

WARNING!

Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
axle cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could
enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables
may be used to obtain a start from another vehicle.
This type of start can be dangerous if done improp-
erly, so follow the procedure carefully. See section 6
of this manual for jump starting instructions.

Tip Start — Automatic Transaxle Only

Do not

press the accelerator. Turn the ignition key briefly

to START position, and release it. The starter motor will
continue to run, but will automatically disengage itself
when the engine is running.

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STARTING AND OPERATING

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