Jeep 2005 Grand Cherokee - Manual (Page 291)

CAUTION!
It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that
the transfer case is fully in N (Neutral) before
recreational towing to prevent damage to internal
parts.
1. Depress brake pedal.
2. Shift transmission into N (Neutral).
3. Shift transfer case lever into N (Neutral). Refer to
“Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in this section. Start en-
gine.
4. Shift transmission into D (Drive).
5. Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle
movement.
6. Shut the engine OFF and place the ignition key into
the unlocked OFF position.
7. Shift transmission into P (Park).
8. Apply parking brake.
9. Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle with tow bar.
10. Release parking brake.
CAUTION!
Transmission damage may occur if the transmission
is shifted into P (Park) with the transfer case in N
(Neutral) and the engine running. With the transfer
case in N (Neutral) ensure that the engine is OFF
prior to shifting the transmission into P (Park) (refer
to steps 7 – 8 above).
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