Dodge 18693 Stratus Coupe, Owner'S Manual

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If this problem occurs…
Problem Do this Ref. page
The automatic transaxle does not shift
when accelerating and/or the vehicle
does not easily begin to move.
There may be a problem in the automatic transaxle.
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer.
1.Vehicles with automatic transaxle
Shift the lever into “2” (SECOND) position when
starting the vehicle. If the vehicle is on a level road, shift
the lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position.
2.Vehicles with Autostick automatic transaxle
Shift the lever into 2nd gear of the Autostick mode
when starting the vehicle. If the vehicle is on a level
road, shift the lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position.
(These methods may or may not work depending on the
contents of malfunction.)
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A tire is punctured. 1.Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat
and level.
2.Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
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