Jeep CHEROKEE 2016 Owner's Manual page 502

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500 STARTING AND OPERATING

The following indicators should be used to ensure that

you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi-

• When shifting into PARK, press the lock button on the

gear selector and firmly move it all the way forward

until it stops and is fully seated.

• Look at the transmission gear position display and

verify that it indicates the PARK position (P).

• With brake pedal released, verify that the gear selector

will not move out of PARK.

This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into

REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete

Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged

periods with the engine running. The engine may be

started in this range. Apply the parking brake and shift

the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle.

Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the

ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe

practices that limit your response to changing traffic

or road conditions. You might lose control of the

vehicle and have a collision.

Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other

reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause

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