Freeing A Stuck Vehicle - Dodge Challenger 2017 User Manual

W H A T T O D O I N E M E R G E N C I E S
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from the remote negative (-) post
of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable from the negative (-) post
of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the
booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the remote positive
(+) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and
charging system inspected at your authorized dealer.
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle's
battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough without engine operation, the vehicle's battery will discharge sufficiently to
degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking
motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. For
vehicles with automatic transmission, push and hold the lock button on the gear selector.
Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic transmission) or
FIRST GEAR and REVERSE (with manual transmission), while gently pressing the
accelerator. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the
rocking motion, without spinning the wheels or racing the engine.
NOTE:
For vehicles with automatic transmission: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only
be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission
remains in NEUTRAL for more than two seconds, you must press the brake pedal to
engage DRIVE or REVERSE.
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