Jeep Wrangler 2011 Owner's Manual page 382

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380 STARTING AND OPERATING

This range is used when vehicle is standing for pro-

longed periods with engine running. Engine may be

started in this range. Set the parking brake and shift the

transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle.

NOTE: Towing, coasting, or driving the vehicle for any

other reason with the shift lever in NEUTRAL can result

in severe transmission damage. Refer to "Recreational

Towing" in "Starting and Operating" and "Towing a

Disabled Vehicle" in "What To Do In Emergencies" for

further information.

This range is used for most city and highway driving.

The transmission contains an electronically-controlled

fourth gear Overdrive, and will automatically shift from

DRIVE to OVERDRIVE if the following conditions are

• The shift lever is in DRIVE.

• The O/D OFF switch has not been activated.

• Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph

When frequent transmission shifting occurs while using

Overdrive, such as when operating the vehicle under

heavy load conditions (for example, in hilly terrain,

strong head winds, or trailer towing), turning off over-

drive will improve performance and extend transmission

life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup.

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