Towing Tips - Dodge Challenger 2015 Operating Information Manual

Towing Tips

Before setting out on a trip, practice turning,
stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area
located away from heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing.
The transmission controls include a drive strat-
egy to avoid frequent shifting when towing.
However, if frequent shifting does occur while in
DRIVE, you can use the AutoStick® shift control
to manually select a lower gear.
NOTE:
Using a lower gear while operating the ve-
hicle under heavy loading conditions will
improve performance and extend transmis-
sion life by reducing excessive shifting and
heat build up. This action will also provide
better engine braking.
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Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
• Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
• When using the speed control, if you experi-
ence speed drops greater than 10 mph
(16 km/h), disengage until you can get back
to cruising speed.
• Use speed control in flat terrain and with light
loads to maximize fuel efficiency.
AutoStick
• When using the AutoStick shift control, select
the highest gear that allows for adequate
performance and avoids frequent downshifts.
For example, choose "4" if the desired speed
can be maintained. Choose "3" or "2" if
needed to maintain the desired speed.
• To prevent excess heat generation, avoid
continuous driving at high RPM. Reduce
vehicle speed as necessary to avoid ex-
tended driving at high RPM. Return to a
higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and
road conditions allow.
Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission
overheating, take the following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods, shift the trans-
mission into NEUTRAL and increase engine
idle speed.
Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.