Emergency Tow Hooks; Shift Lever Override - Jeep Wrangler 2011 User Manual

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could
result in personal injury.

EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS

• If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are mounted in the front and the
rear.
NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to
minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle.
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off-road. Do
not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage
your vehicle. Tow straps are recommended when towing the vehicle; chains may
cause vehicle damage.
• Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break,
causing serious injury or death.
• Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps may become
disengaged, causing serious injury.

SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE

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WARNING!
• If a malfunction occurs and the shift
lever cannot be moved out of the PARK
position, you can use the following
procedure to temporarily move the shift
lever:
• To access the shift lever override,
• Firmly set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or
• Press and maintain firm pressure on
remove the override cover located on
the PRNDL bezel, next to the shift
lever.
ON position without starting the
engine.
the brake pedal.