After Starting; Automatic Transmission - Jeep 2013 Grand Cherokee SRT8 Owner's Manual

The starter motor will disengage automatically in 10 sec-
onds. Once this occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn
the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to
15 seconds, then repeat the "Normal Starting" procedure.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 seconds
before trying again.

After Starting

The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
• Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has come to
a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the vehicle
has come to a complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU-
TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle
speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while
shifting out of PARK.
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