Freeing A Stuck Vehicle - Dodge Durango SRT 2018 Owner's Manual

5. While the metal latch is in the open position,
pull upward on the tether strap until the lever
clicks and latches in the released position.
The transmission is now out of PARK and the
vehicle can be moved.
Released Position
CAUTION!
Closing the armrest while the Manual Park
Release is activated may damage the
Manual Park Release mechanism, the trans-
mission, and/or the armrest.
NOTE:
To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention-
ally, firmly apply the parking brake.
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To Disengage The Manual Park Release Lever:
1. To disengage the Manual Park Release, ap-
ply tension upward while pushing the release
latch towards the tether to unlock the lever.
Release Latch
2. Once the tension has been released and the
lever has been unlocked, be sure it is stowed
properly and locks into position.
Stowed Position
NOTE:
Be sure to replace the cover by snapping it back
in place.

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. Push
and hold the lock button on the gear selector.
Then, shift back and forth between DRIVE and
REVERSE while gently pressing the accelera-
tor.
NOTE:
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.
Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pres-
sure that will maintain the rocking motion with-
out spinning the wheels or racing the engine.