RAM 1500 (2019 year). Instruction — part 19

Tip Start Feature

Do not

press the accelerator. Cycle the ignition switch

briefly to the START position and release it. The starter

motor will continue to run and will automatically disen-

gage when the engine is running.

Keyless Enter-N-Go — Ignition

This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch

with the push of a button, as long as the Remote Start/

Keyless Enter-N-Go key fob is in the passenger

compartment.

Normal Starting Using ENGINE START/STOP
Button

To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/
STOP Button

1. The transmission must be in PARK.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the

ENGINE START/STOP button once.

3. The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle.

If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will disengage

automatically after 10 seconds.

4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to

the engine starting, push the button again.

NOTE:

Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine

is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator

pedal.

To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP
Button

1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release

the ENGINE START/STOP button.

2. The ignition will return to the OFF mode.

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3. If the gear selector is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/

STOP button must be held for two seconds or three short

pushes in a row with the vehicle speed above 5 MPH

(8 km/h) before the engine will shut off. The ignition

will remain in the ACC mode until the gear selector is in

PARK and the button is pushed twice to the OFF mode.

4. If the gear selector is not in PARK and the ENGINE

START/STOP button is pushed once with the vehicle

speed above 5 MPH (8 km/h), the instrument cluster

will display a “ Vehicle Not In Park” message and the

engine will remain running. Never leave a vehicle out of

the PARK position, or it could roll.

NOTE:

If the gear selector is not in PARK, and the ENGINE

START/STOP button is pushed once with the vehicle

speed below 5 MPH (8 km/h), the engine will shut off and

the ignition will remain in the ACC position. If vehicle

speed drops below 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h), the vehicle may

AutoPark. See AutoPark section for further details.

ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Driv-
er’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL
Position)

The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to an

ignition switch. It has three modes: OFF, ACC, and RUN.

To change the ignition modes without starting the vehicle

and use the accessories, follow these directions:
1. Start with the ignition in the OFF mode.
2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to place

the ignition to the ACC mode.

3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time

to place the ignition to the RUN mode.

4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to

return the ignition to the OFF mode.

AutoPark — Rotary Shifter and 8-Speed Trans Only

AutoPark is a supplemental feature to assist in placing the

vehicle in PARK should the situations on the following

pages occur. It is a back up system and should not be relied

upon as the primary method by which the driver shifts the

vehicle into PARK.

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The conditions under which AutoPark will engage are

outlined on the following pages.

WARNING!

• Driver inattention could lead to failure to place the

vehicle in PARK. ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK
that your vehicle is in PARK by verifying that a solid
(not blinking) “P” is indicated in the Instrument
Cluster Display and near the gear selector. If the

ⴖPⴖ

indicator is blinking, your vehicle is not in PARK. As
an added precaution, always apply the parking brake
when exiting the vehicle.

• AutoPark is a supplemental feature. It is not de-

signed to replace the need to shift your vehicle into
PARK. It is a back up system and should not be
relied upon as the primary method by which the
driver shifts the vehicle into PARK.

If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns off the
engine, the vehicle may AutoPark.

AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions are met:
• Vehicle is equipped with a rotary shifter and an 8-speed

transmission

• Vehicle is not in PARK

• Vehicle Speed is 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h) or less
• Ignition switched from RUN to ACC

NOTE:

For Keyless Go equipped vehicles, The engine will

turn off and the ignition switch will change to ACC mode.

After 30 minutes the ignition switches to OFF automati-

cally, unless the driver turns the ignition switch OFF.

If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits the
vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle may Au-
toPark.

AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions are met:
• Vehicle is equipped with a rotary shifter and an 8-speed

transmission

• Vehicle is not in PARK
• Vehicle speed is 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h) or less
• Driver’s seat belt is unbuckled
• Driver’s door is ajar
• Brake Pedal is not depressed
The MESSAGE “ AutoPark Engaged Shift to P then Shift
to Gear

” will display in the instrument cluster.

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NOTE:

In some cases the ParkSense graphic will be

displayed in the instrument cluster, causing the “ Au-
toPark Engaged Shift to P then Shift to Gear

” to not be

seen. In these cases, the shifter must be returned to “P” to

select desired gear.

If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the vehicle
may AutoPark.

AutoPark will engage ONLY when vehicle speed is

1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h) or less.
The MESSAGE “ Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to
P

”will be displayed in the instrument cluster if vehicle

speed is above 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h).

WARNING!

If vehicle speed is above 1.2 MPH (1.9 km/h), the
transmission will default to NEUTRAL until the ve-
hicle speed drops below 1.2 MPH (1.9 km). A vehicle
left in the NEUTRAL position can roll. As an added
precaution, always apply the parking brake when
exiting the vehicle.

4WD LOW — If Equipped

AutoPark will be disabled when operating the vehicle in
4WD LOW.

The MESSAGE “ AutoPark Disabled” will be displayed in

the instrument cluster.

Additional customer warnings will be given when all of
these conditions are met:
• Vehicle is not in PARK
• Driver’s Door is ajar
• Vehicle is in 4WD LOW range
The MESSAGE “ AutoPark Not Engaged” will be dis-

played in the instrument cluster. A warning chime will

continue until you shift the vehicle into PARK or the

Driver’s Door is closed.

ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK

that your vehicle is in

PARK by looking for the

⬙P⬙ in the Instrument Cluster

Display and near the shifter. As an added precaution,

always apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.

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If Engine Fails To Start

If the engine fails to start after you have followed the

“Normal Starting” procedure, it may be flooded. Push the

accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there

while the engine is cranking. This should clear any excess

fuel in case the engine is flooded.
The starter motor will engage automatically, run for 10

seconds, and then disengage. Once this occurs, release the

accelerator pedal and the brake pedal, wait 10 to 15

seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.

WARNING!

• Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the

throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury.

• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it

started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission 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.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• If the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables

may be used to obtain a start from a booster battery
or the battery in another vehicle. This type of start
can be dangerous if done improperly. Refer to “Jump
Starting Procedure” in “In Case Of Emergency” for
further information.

CAUTION!

To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank the
engine for more than 10 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15
seconds before trying again.

If the engine has been flooded, it may start to run, but not

have enough power to continue running when the ignition

button/key is released. If this occurs, continue cranking

with the accelerator pedal pushed all the way to the floor.

Release the accelerator pedal and the ignition button/key

once the engine is running smoothly.
If the engine shows no sign of starting after a 10 second

period of engine cranking with the accelerator pedal held

to the floor, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal

Starting” procedure.

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Cold Weather Operation (Below –22°F Or −30°C)

To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an

externally powered electric engine block heater (available

from your authorized dealer) is recommended.

After Starting

The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will

decrease as the engine warms up.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED

The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits

quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a

standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded,

three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is routed under the hood on

the passenger side of the vehicle near the right head lamp

assembly. It is located between the front grill and the

radiator, but underneath the black upper seal.

WARNING!

Remember to disconnect the engine block heater cord
before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt electrical
cord could cause electrocution.

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

A long break-in period is not required for the engine and

drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After

the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80

or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the

limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.

Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-

mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a

high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes

should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions

under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-

mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Fluids And

Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications”.

CAUTION!

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.

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NOTE:

A new engine may consume some oil during its

first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This

should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not

interpreted as a problem. Please check your oil level with

the engine oil indicator often during the break in period.

Add oil as required.

PARKING BRAKE

Electric Park Brake (EPB)

Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Park Brake

System (EPB) that offers simple operation, and some

additional features that make the parking brake more

convenient and useful.
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the

vehicle from rolling while parked. Before leaving the

vehicle, make sure that the park brake is applied. Also, be

certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
You can engage the park brake in two ways:
• Instructionly, by applying the park brake switch.
• Automatically, by enabling the Auto Park Brake feature

in the customer programmable features section of the

Uconnect settings.

The park brake switch is located on the instrument panel to

the left of the steering wheel (below the headlamp switch).

To apply the park brake instructionly, pull up on the switch

momentarily. You may hear a slight whirring sound from

the back of the vehicle while the park brake engages. Once

the park brake is fully engaged, the BRAKE telltale light in

the instrument cluster and an indicator on the switch will

illuminate. If your foot is on the brake pedal while you

apply the park brake, you may notice a small amount of

brake pedal movement. The park brake can be applied

even when the ignition switch is OFF but the BRAKE

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telltale light will not illuminate, however, it can only be

released when the ignition is in the ON/RUN mode.

NOTE:

The EPB fault light will illuminate if the EPB switch

is held for longer than 20 seconds in either the released or

applied position. The light will extinguish upon releasing

the switch.
If the Auto Park Brake feature is enabled, the parking brake

will automatically engage whenever the transmission is

placed into PARK. If your foot is on the brake pedal, you

may notice a small amount of brake pedal movement while

the park brake is engaging.
The park brake will release automatically when the igni-

tion is ON, the transmission is in DRIVE or REVERSE, the

driver seat belt is buckled, and an attempt is made to drive

away.
To release the park brake instructionly, the ignition switch

must be in the ON/RUN mode. Put your foot on the brake

pedal, then push the park brake switch down momentarily.

You may hear a slight whirring sound from the back of the

vehicle while the parking brake disengages. You may also

notice a small amount of movement in the brake pedal.

Once the park brake is fully disengaged, The BRAKE

telltale light in the instrument cluster and the LED indica-

tor on the switch will extinguish.

NOTE:

When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the

front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and

away from the curb on an uphill grade. Apply the park

brake before placing the gear selector in PARK, otherwise

the load on the transmission locking mechanism may make

it difficult to move the gear selector out of PARK. The

parking brake should always be applied whenever the

driver is not in the vehicle.

WARNING!

• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the

parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when parked to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.

• When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob

from the ignition and lock your vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in

a location accessible to children, and do not leave a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before

driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and
a collision.

• Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving

your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also be certain to leave the transmission in
PARK. Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to roll
and cause damage or injury.

CAUTION!

If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with the
parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is
indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an au-
thorized dealer immediately.

If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to

engage the park brake while the vehicle is in motion,

maintain upward pressure on the electric park brake

switch for as long as engagement is desired. The BRAKE

telltale light will illuminate, and a continuous chime will

sound. The rear stop lamps will also be illuminated auto-

matically while the vehicle remains in motion.
To disengage the park brake while the vehicle is in motion,

release the switch. If the vehicle is brought to a complete

stop using the parking brake, when the vehicle reaches

approximately 3 mph, (5 km/h) the parking brake will

remain engaged.

WARNING!

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake engaged, or
repeated use of the parking brake to slow the vehicle
may cause serious damage to the brake system. Be sure
the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving;
failure to do so can lead to brake failure and a collision.

In the unlikely event of a malfunction of the Electric Park

Brake system, a yellow EPB fault light will illuminate. This

may be accompanied by the BRAKE telltale light flashing.

In this event, urgent service of the electric park brake

system is required. Do not rely on the parking brake to

hold the vehicle stationary.

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Auto Park Brake

The electric park brake can be programmed to be applied

automatically whenever the vehicle is at a standstill and

the automatic transmission is placed in PARK. Auto Park

Brake is enabled and disabled by customer selection

through the customer programmable features section of the

Uconnect Settings.
Any single auto park brake application can be bypassed by

pushing the EPB switch to the release position while the

transmission is placed in PARK.

SafeHold

SafeHold is a safety feature of the Electric Park Brake

System that will engage the park brake automatically if the

vehicle is left unsecured while the ignition is in ON/RUN.
For automatic transmissions, the park brake will automati-

cally engage if all of the following conditions are met:
• The vehicle is at a standstill.
• There is no attempt to depress the brake pedal or

accelerator pedal.

• The seat belt is unbuckled.
• The driver door is open.

SafeHold can be temporarily bypassed by pushing the

Electric Park Brake Switch while the driver door is open.

Once instructionly bypassed, SafeHold will be enabled again

once the vehicle reaches 12 mph (20 km/h) or the ignition

is turned to the OFF position and back to ON again.

Brake Service Mode

We recommend having your brakes serviced by your

authorized dealer. You should only make repairs for which

you have the knowledge and the right equipment. You

should only enter Brake Service Mode during brake ser-

vice.
When servicing your rear brakes, it may be necessary for

you or your technician to push the rear piston into the rear

caliper bore. With the electric park brake system, this can

only be done after retracting the Electric Park Brake

actuator. Fortunately, actuator retraction can be done easily

by entering the Brake Service Mode through the Uconnect

Settings in your vehicle. This menu based system will

guide you through the steps necessary to retract the EPB

actuator in order to perform rear brake service.

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Service Mode has requirements that must be met in order

to be activated:
• The vehicle must be at a standstill.
• The park brake must be unapplied.
• The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
While in service mode, the Electric Park Brake fault lamp

will flash continuously while the ignition is ON.
When brake service work is complete, the following steps

must be followed to reset the park brake system to normal

operation:
• Ensure the vehicle is at a standstill.
• Press the brake pedal with moderate force.
• Apply the Electric Park Brake Switch.

WARNING!

You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you
have any doubt about your ability to perform a service
job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

WARNING!

• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the

parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when exiting the vehicle to guard against vehicle
movement and possible injury or damage.

• Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if

it is not in PARK. Check by trying to move the
transmission gear selector out of PARK with the
brake pedal released. Make sure the transmission is
in PARK before exiting the vehicle.

• The transmission may not engage PARK if the ve-

hicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a
complete stop before shifting to PARK, and verify
that the transmission gear position indicator solidly
indicates PARK (P) without blinking. Ensure that the
vehicle is completely stopped, and the PARK posi-
tion is properly indicated, before exiting the vehicle.

• It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if

the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your
foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the

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WARNING! (Continued)

vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-
verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit
someone or something. Only shift into gear when the
engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly
pressing the brake pedal.

• Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure

those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you
should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a
complete stop, then apply the parking brake, shift
the transmission into PARK, and turn the ignition
OFF. When the ignition is in the OFF mode, the
transmission is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle
against unwanted movement.

• When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the

ignition is in the OFF mode, remove the key fob from
the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to

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touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in

a location accessible to children), and do not leave
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.

CAUTION!

Damage to the transmission may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:

• Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the

vehicle has come to a complete stop.

• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL,

or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed.

• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is

firmly pressing the brake pedal.

NOTE:

You must press and hold the brake pedal while

shifting out of PARK.

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Ignition Park Interlock

This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park Interlock

which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the

ignition can be turned to the OFF mode. This helps the

driver avoid inadvertently leaving the vehicle without

placing the transmission in PARK. This system also locks

the transmission in PARK whenever the ignition is in the

OFF mode.

NOTE:

The transmission is NOT locked in PARK when

the ignition is in the ACC mode (even though the engine

will be off). Ensure that the transmission is in PARK, and

the ignition is OFF (not in ACC mode) before exiting the

vehicle.

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift

Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the transmission gear

selector in PARK unless the brakes are applied. To shift the

transmission out of PARK, the engine must be running and

the brake pedal must be pressed.
The brake pedal must also be pressed to shift from NEU-

TRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is

stopped or moving at low speeds.

Eight-Speed Automatic Transmission

The transmission is controlled using a rotary electronic

gear selector located on the instrument panel. The trans-

mission gear range (PRND) is displayed both above the

gear selector and in the instrument cluster. To select a gear

range, simply rotate the gear selector. You must press the

brake pedal to shift the transmission out of PARK (or

NEUTRAL, when the vehicle is stopped or moving at low

speeds). To shift past multiple gear ranges at once (such as

PARK to DRIVE), simply rotate the gear selector to the

appropriate detent. Select the DRIVE range for normal

driving.

NOTE:

In the event of a mismatch between the gear

selector position and the actual transmission gear (for

example, driver selects PARK while driving), the position

indicator will blink continuously until the selector is re-

turned to the proper position, or the requested shift can be

completed.
The electronically-controlled transmission adapts its shift

schedule based on driver inputs, along with environmental

and road conditions. The transmission electronics are self-

calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle

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may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and

precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles

(kilometers).
Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the

accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be

sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting

between these gears.
The transmission gear selector has only PARK, REVERSE,

NEUTRAL, and DRIVE positions. Instruction downshifts can

be made using the Electronic Range Select (ERS) shift

control. Pressing the GEAR-/GEAR+ switches (on the

steering wheel) while in the DRIVE position will select the

highest available transmission gear, and will display that

gear limit in the instrument cluster as 1, 2, 3, etc. Refer to

“Electronic Range Select (ERS) Operation” in this section

for further information. Some models will display both the

selected gear limit, and the actual current gear, while in

ERS mode.

Gear Ranges

Do not depress the accelerator pedal when shifting from

PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range.

NOTE:

After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to

allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This

is especially important when the engine is cold.

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PARK (P)

This range supplements the parking brake by locking the

transmission. The engine can be started in this range.

Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.

Apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle in this

range.
When parking on a level surface, you may shift the

transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking

brake.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before

shifting the transmission to PARK. As an added precau-

tion, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill

grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.

NOTE:

On four-wheel drive vehicles be sure that the

transfer case is in a drive position.
When exiting the vehicle, always:
• Apply the parking brake.
• Shift the transmission into PARK.
• Turn the engine OFF.
• Remove the key fob.

WARNING!

• Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the

parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully
when exiting the vehicle to guard against vehicle
movement and possible injury or damage.

• Your vehicle could move and injure you and others if

it is not in PARK. Check by trying to move the
transmission gear selector out of PARK with the
brake pedal released. Make sure the transmission is
in PARK before exiting the vehicle.

• The transmission may not engage PARK if the ve-

hicle is moving. Always bring the vehicle to a
complete stop before shifting to PARK, and verify
that the transmission gear position indicator solidly
indicates PARK (P) without blinking. Ensure that the
vehicle is completely stopped, and the PARK posi-
tion is properly indicated, before exiting the vehicle.

• It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL if

the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your
foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the
vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-
verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit
someone or something. Only shift into gear when the

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WARNING! (Continued)

engine is idling normally and your foot is firmly
pressing the brake pedal.

• Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure

those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you
should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running. Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a
complete stop, then apply the parking brake, shift
the transmission into PARK, and turn the ignition
OFF. When the ignition is in the OFF mode, the
transmission is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle
against unwanted movement.

• When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the

ignition is in the OFF mode, remove the key fob from
the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission gear selector.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in

a location accessible to children), and do not leave
the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.

CAUTION!

• DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK

or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can
damage the drivetrain.

• Before moving the transmission gear selector out of

PARK, you must start the engine, and also press the
brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the gear selector
could result.

The following indicators should be used to ensure that you

have properly engaged the transmission into the PARK

position:
• Look at the transmission gear position display and

verify that it indicates the PARK position (P), and is not

blinking.

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