NOTE: If shift conditions/interlocks are not met, a "To
Tow Vehicle Safely, Read Neutral Shift Procedure in
Owners Manual" message will flash from the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to "Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)" in "Understanding
Your Instrument Panel" for further information.
Shifting Out Of NEUTRAL (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal.
5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, press and hold
the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N) button (lo-
cated by the selector switch) for one second.
NEUTRAL (N) Switch
7. When the NEUTRAL (N) indicator light turns off,
release the NEUTRAL (N) button.
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