Automatic Transmission - Jeep WRANGLER 2020 Owner's Manual

144 STARTING AND OPERATING
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi-
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tute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when parked to guard
against vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
When exiting the vehicle, always remove
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the key fob from the ignition and lock your
vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
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with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the

vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-
dren. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
Be sure the parking brake is fully disen-
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gaged before driving; failure to do so can
lead to brake failure and a collision.
Always fully apply the parking brake when
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leaving your vehicle or it may roll and cause
damage or injury. Also, be certain to leave
the transmission in PARK. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to roll and cause
damage or injury.
If the "Brake Warning Light" remains on with
the parking brake released, a brake system
malfunction is indicated. Have the brake
system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only
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after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE,
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NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is
above idle speed.
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WARNING!
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
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CAUTION!
Before shifting into any gear, make sure
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your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE:
You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi-

tute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle
to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
Your vehicle could move and injure you and

others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to
move the transmission gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released. Make
sure the transmission is in PARK before
exiting the vehicle.
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