Dodge 2008 Charger Operations Instructions download pdf (Page 266)

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Torque Converter Clutch

A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been

added to the automatic transmission of this vehicle. A

clutch within the torque converter engages automatically

at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly differ-

ent feeling or response during normal operation in high

gear. When the vehicle speed drops, or during accelera-

tion, the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages.

NOTE:

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The torque converter clutch will not engage until the

transmission fluid and engine coolant is warm (usu-

ally after 1–3 miles [1.6–4.8 km] of driving). Because

engine speed is higher when the torque converter

clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmis-

sion is not shifting into “Overdrive” when cold. This is

considered a normal condition. Pulling the selector

lever into the “3” position will show that the transmis-

sion is able to shift into and out of “Overdrive.”

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If the vehicle has not been driven for several days, the

first few seconds of operation after shifting the trans-

mission into gearmay seem sluggish. Thisis dueto the

transmission fluid partially draining from the torque

converter into the transmission. This is considered a

normal condition and it will not cause damage to the

transmission. The torque converter will refill within 5

seconds of shifting from “P” (Park) into any other gear

position.

Transmission Limp Home Mode

The transmission is monitored for abnormal conditions.

If a condition is detected that could cause damage, the

transmission automatically shifts into second gear. The

transmission remains in second gear despite the forward

gear selected. “P” (Park), “R” (Reverse), and “N” (Neu-

tral) will continue to operate. This Reset feature allows

the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for service without

damaging the transmission.

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