Jeep 2009 Wrangler Unlimited - Owner Manual - Manual (Page 381)

CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans-
mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in
N (Neutral) and the engine running. With the trans-
fer case in N (Neutral) ensure that the engine is off
prior to shifting the transmission into PARK (refer to
steps 8 – 9 above).
Shifting Out of Neutral (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL or
press clutch pedal on a manual transmission.
3. Shift the transfer case lever into the desired position.
4. Start the engine.
5. Shift the automatic transmission into DRIVE or release
the clutch on manual transmissions.
NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case N (Neutral)
on automatic transmission-equipped vehicles, turning
the engine off may be required to avoid gear clash.
CAUTION!
• Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar
on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be
damaged.
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