Freeing A Stuck Vehicle - Dodge DURANGO 2019 User Manual

2. Open the center console and locate the
Manual Park Release cover, remove it by
snapping the cover away from the console
hinges.
Manual Park Release Cover Removed
3. Press and maintain firm pressure on the
brake pedal.
4. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, push the
metal latch in towards the tether strap.
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 transmission,
and/or the armrest.
NOTE:
To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintention-
ally, firmly apply the parking brake.
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.
2. Once the tension has been released and the
lever has been unlocked, be sure it is stowed
properly and locks into 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 RE-
VERSE while gently pressing the accelerator.
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