Extreme Cold Weather (Below 20°F Or 29°C); If Engine Fails To Start - Dodge 2010 Avenger Owner's Manual

238 STARTING AND OPERATING
For vehicles equipped with Tip Start (Six-Speed Trans-
axle), 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. 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 seconds, then repeat the "Normal Starting"
procedure.
Extreme Cold Weather (Below
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of
an externally powered electric engine block heater (avail-
able from your dealer) is recommended.

If Engine Fails To Start

• Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get
20°F or 29°C)
WARNING!
the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to
start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire
causing serious personal injury.
it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic
transaxle cannot be started this way. Unburned
fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once
the engine has started, ignite and damage the
converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a dis-
charged battery, booster cables may be used to
obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery
in another vehicle. This type of start can be dan-
gerous if done improperly. Refer to Section 6 of
this manual for proper jump starting procedures
and follow them carefully.