Driving Tips; On-Road Driving Tips; Off-Road Driving Tips - Jeep GLADIATOR 2023 Owner's Manual

192 STARTING AND OPERATING
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the
transmission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case
in N (Neutral) and the engine running. With the transfer
case in N (Neutral) 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.
Shifting Out of N (Neutral)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
normal usage.
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it
connected to the tow vehicle.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal.
5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
6. Turn the engine off.
7. Shift the transfer case lever to the desired position.
NOTE:
When shifting the transfer case out of N (Neutral), the
engine should remain off to avoid gear clash.
8. Shift the automatic transmission into PARK, or place
manual transmission in NEUTRAL.
9. Release the brake pedal.
10. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle.
11. Start the engine.
12. Press and hold the brake pedal.
13. Release the parking brake.
14. Shift the transmission into gear, release the brake
pedal (and clutch pedal on manual transmissions),
and check that the vehicle operates normally.

DRIVING TIPS

O -R D T
N OAD RIVING IPS
Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a
narrower track to make them capable of performing in a
wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design
characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than
conventional passenger cars.
An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better
view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. They
are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as
conventional passenger cars any more than low-slung
sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily in
off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt
maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to
operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control
or vehicle rollover.
O -R D T
FF OAD RIVING IPS
Side Step Removal — If Equipped
NOTE:
Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be removed
to prevent damage.
1. There are two nuts connecting to the body side and
one bolt connecting to the underbody on each
attachment bracket. There are four attachment
brackets on each side step.
Fastener Locations (One Side)