Dodge CHALLENGER HELLCAT 2017, Owner'S Manual

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MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS
Engine 1-4 4-5 5-6
6.2L Supercharged mph 20 25 42
(km/h) (32) (40) (67)
6.4L mph 20 37 48
(km/h) (32) (59) (77)
Earlier upshifts during cruise conditions (relatively steady
speeds) may result in increased fuel economy.
Higher upshift speeds may be used to obtain a desired
acceleration rate.
1–4 Skip Shift
In Default or Street Drive Modes, there are times when you
must shift the transmission directly from first gear to
fourth gear instead of from first gear to second gear. This is
to help you get the best possible fuel economy from your
vehicle. This occurs when the engine coolant (antifreeze) is
higher than 106°F (41°C), vehicle speed is greater than
19 mph (30 km/h) but less than 21 mph (34 km/h), and the
transmission is in first gear, and the accelerator is at ¼
throttle or less.
NOTE: The 1 - 4 Skip Shift feature is disabled when
selecting Track, Sport, or Custom Drive Modes. Refer to
“SRT Drive Modes” in the “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” section for further descriptions of these
modes.
After you shift the transmission to fourth gear, you can
press the clutch in and shift to another forward gear.
Downshifting
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, downshift
to maintain a safe speed when descending a steep grade.
WARNING!
Skipping more than one gear while downshifting,
could cause you to lose control of your vehicle. You
could have a collision.
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