Jeep 2006 Liberty User Manual

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The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the transmission shift lever into the P
(Park) position:

• When shifting into P (Park), depress the button on the

shift lever and firmly move the lever all the way
forward until it stops.

• Look at the shift indicator window on the console to

ensure it is in the P (Park) position.

• When engaged in P (Park), you will not be able to

move the shifter rearward without depressing the shift
lever button.

CAUTION!

Before moving the shift lever out of P (Park), you
must turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the
steering wheel and shift lever are released. Other-
wise, damage to the steering column or shifter could
result.

R (Reverse)
For moving the vehicle rearward. Always stop before
moving the lever to R (Reverse), except when rocking the
vehicle.

N (Neutral)
Engine may be started in this position.

NOTE:

Towing the vehicle, coasting, or otherwise driv-

ing with the transmission in N (Neutral) can cause severe
damage to the transmission.

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