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Question posted by d403478326 on November 14th, 2012

Jeep Auto Transmission

what actullay happens when the lever is in drive and moved to the left or right?  does this affect 2 wheel or 4 wheel drive?

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Owner Manual - Page 30

hood is opened hazard switch is pressed transmission is moved out of PARK brake pedal is • The in the Remote Start mode. • The •... op- • The eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is pressed To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle Press and release the REMOTE START button one time press of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving...
Owner Manual - Page 32

...; Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and remove the key fob from the ignition and lock all...invitation to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • Do not leave the key fob in or .... A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Children should be in a vehicle, or with access to...
Owner Manual - Page 154

... beams will flash three times then automatically turn off . Pull the multifunction lever ing lights or headlights are on. This Rotate the center portion of the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will shut off . 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If...
Owner Manual - Page 207

...possible, and inflate them to the inflation pressure recommended automatic transmission. one or more of a different size than the ...tires.) will appear when in Trip mode to tire failure. Driving on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you... Information Center - Shift Lever Indicator Each tire, including the spare (if provided), The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained ...
Owner Manual - Page 294

... ...323 ▫ General Information ...309 Ⅵ Four-Wheel Drive Operation - If Equipped . . 329 ▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) - If Equipped . . 309 Ⅵ On-Road Driving Tips ...310 Ⅵ Off-Road Driving Tips ...310 ▫ When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4WD Lock Lever Engaged ...311 ▫ Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand ...312 ▫...
Owner Manual - Page 297

... be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. 5 • If the key will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor,... the key fob in a vehicle unattended is locked, rotate the wheel in NEUTRAL. A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Children should be in or near the vehicle. Manual Transmission -
Owner Manual - Page 298

...automatically when the engine is running. WARNING! Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be used to the START position and release when the engine starts...occurs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to any driving gear. NOTE: You must be dangerous if done improperly, so follow the...lever must press the brake pedal before shifting out of start the engine.
Owner Manual - Page 303

... shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle speed. ...lever. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. 5 WARNING! • Unintended movement of PARK. WARNING! (Continued) • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission...
Owner Manual - Page 304

...left or right (-/+) panel cluster) indicates the transmission gear range. Some models include a LOW position; You while in the DRIVE position (if equipped with a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) that holds the shift lever...or NEUTRAL to "Brake/Transmission Shift in PARK. To drive, move the shift lever out of predefined the PARK position (refer to the DRIVE position. This may ...
Owner Manual - Page 310

... touching the shift lever to the right • When heavy Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) application is activated in the DRIVE position by one ratio. In like manner, moving the shift lever side-to-side. AutoStick௡ operation is detected After AutoStick௡ is activated, the manual ratio selected is a driver-interactive transmission that offers six...
Owner Manual - Page 311

... mode until the powertrain cools off. • If the system detects a problem, it will disable the AutoStick௡ mode and the transmission will drive (4WD). STARTING AND OPERATING 309 General Information FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION - automatically select the first gear ratio. • If a low range is selected and the engine accelerates to the rev...
Owner Manual - Page 324

... release the parking brake before attempting to move the vehicle. • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before driving; It does not show the degree of...wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the ignition and lock your vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with an automatic transmission, apply the parking brake before placing the shift lever...
Owner Manual - Page 388

overheating, take the following actions: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped − City Driving The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be in hilly terrain or with light loads to avoid excessive clutch To reduce the potential for engine and transmission slippage. If Equipped Reduce speed. − Do not use in first gear to maximize fuel efficiency...
Owner Manual - Page 390

...; Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with the front wheels raised on a dolly. The only exception is used . Damage to the transmission or transfer case will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground. • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be towed with an automatic...
Owner Manual - Page 408

... 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable steering wheel right and left to free a stuck vehicle. Accessories that can often be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from starting is most effective. Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at your vehicle becomes stuck in mud...
Owner Manual - Page 409

... injure someone. CAUTION! • When "rocking" a stuck vehicle by excessive wheel speeds may lead to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Firmly apply the parking brake. It can be moved out of the axle and tires. WARNING! Forces generated by moving between DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic transmission) or 1st gear and Reverse (with Traction Control or Electronic...
Owner Manual - Page 458

... GL 5 or equivalent non-synthetic product. MOPAR௡ DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If Equipped Manual Transmission - If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. If Equipped Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Brake Master Cylinder Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part MOPAR௡ CVTF...
User Guide - Page 67

If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground. • Front or rear wheel lifts should not be recreationally towed (flat towed) at any legal highway speed, for any vehicle equipped with manual transmissions may be used when recreational towing. UTILITY 65 CAUTION! • Do not flat tow any distance...
User Guide - Page 74

...transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmission). 5. Park the vehicle on the Hazard Warning flasher. 3. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. Jacking Instructions NOTE: Refer to the left rear wheel...remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to "Tires - For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left one turn while the wheel is being ...
User Guide - Page 83

...move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE, do not spin the wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) when you are stuck. Do not spin your steering wheel right and left to "Partial Off" mode by excessive wheel...the wheels too fast may be dangerous. WARNING! Do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no transmission shifting occurring). Do not spin the wheels above ...

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