Chrysler 200: Automatic Transmission - Starting Procedures - Starting and operating - Chrysler 200 Owners ManualChrysler 200: Automatic Transmission

The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear.

NOTE:
The ignition switch must be in the ON position, and you must press the brake pedal before shifting out of PARK.

    Starting Procedures
    Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat belts. WARNING! ...

    Normal Starting
    NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal. For vehicles not equipped with Tip Start (Four-Speed Transmission), turn ...

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    System limits
    Be alert Due to system limitations, warnings may be not be issued at all, or may be issued late or improperly. Therefore, always be alert and ready to intervene; otherwise, there is the danger ...

    Place a Call Using a Stored Number
    1. Push . System responds: “OnStar ready.”. 2. Say “Call <name tag>.” System responds: “OK, calling <name tag>.” ...

    Engine Oil Life System
    When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, engin ...