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Shifting out of neutral (n) – Jeep 2014 Wrangler - Owner Manual User Manual

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8. Release the brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual

transmissions) for five seconds and ensure that there is
no vehicle movement.

9. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 with automatic transmission in

DRIVE or manual transmission in first gear.

10. Turn the engine OFF and leave the ignition switch in

the unlocked ACC position.

11. Firmly apply the parking brake.

12. Shift the transmission into PARK or place manual

transmission in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL).

CAUTION!

Damage to the transmission may occur if the trans-
mission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running. With the
transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) ensure that the engine
is OFF before shifting the transmission into PARK.

13. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable

tow bar.

14. Release the parking brake.

15. Disconnect the negative battery cable, and secure it

away from the negative battery post.

Shifting Out of NEUTRAL (N)

Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it con-

nected to the tow vehicle.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake.

3. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.

5. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position, but

do not start the engine.

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