Dodge Avenger Owner's Manual page 266

266 STARTING AND OPERATING
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe
practices that limit your response to changing traffic
or road conditions. You might lose control of the
vehicle and have an accident.
DRIVE — 6 Speed Transaxle
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving, it provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts,
and best fuel economy. However, use the AutoStick
mode and select the "3" range when frequent transaxle
shifting occurs while using the DRIVE range, such as
when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi-
tions, (i.e. in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head
winds or while towing heavy trailers). Under these
conditions, using the "3" range will improve perfor-
mance and extend transaxle life by reducing excessive
shifting and heat build-up.
OVERDRIVE— 4 Speed Transaxle
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving, it provides the smoothest upshifts, downshifts,
and best fuel economy. However, select the "3" DRIVE
range when frequent transaxle shifting occurs while
using the OVERDRIVE range, such as when operating
the vehicle under heavy loading conditions, (i.e. in hilly
terrain, traveling into strong head winds or while towing
heavy trailers). Under these conditions, using the "3"
DRIVE range will improve performance and extend
transaxle life by reducing excessive shifting and heat
build-up.