Automatic transaxle - if equipped, Automatic transaxle — if equipped – Jeep 2007 Patriot User Manual

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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE — IF EQUIPPED

CAUTION!

Damage to the transaxle may occur if the following
precautions are not observed:

• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a

complete stop.

• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle has

come to a complete stop and the engine is at idle
speed.

• Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or NEUTRAL into

any forward gear when the engine is above idle speed.

• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot is

firmly on the brake pedal.

NOTE:

You MUST press and hold the brake pedal down

while shifting out of Park.

Automatic Shift Lever

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