Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY 2009 Owner's Manual page 335

Normal Starting (Above 32°F/0°C)
1. Do not depress the accelerator.
2. Use the Fob with Integrated Key to briefly turn the
ignition switch to the START position and release it as
soon as the starter engages. The starter motor will
continue to run, and it will disengage automatically
when the engine is running.
3. If the engine fails to start, the starter will disengage
automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the
ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 sec-
onds, then repeat the normal starting procedure
(Steps 1–3 above).
NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with a transaxle shift
interlocking system. The brake pedal must be de-
pressed to shift out of PARK.
Extremely Cold Weather Starting — Below
(–29°C)
Follow the same instructions in the "Normal Starting"
procedure.
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
High Altitude Starting — Above 4,000 ft (1 219 m)
Follow the same instructions in the "Normal Starting"
procedure.
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is recommended.
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