Jeep 2016 CHEROKEE Operating Information Manual - page 233
WARNING!
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Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allow-
ing children to be in a vehicle unattended
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
shift lever.
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Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil-
dren), and do not leave the ignition in the
ACC or ON/RUN position. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
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DO NOT race the engine when shifting
from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear
range, as this can damage the drivetrain.
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Before moving the shift lever out of PARK,
you must start the engine, and also press
the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the
shift lever could result.
The following indicators should be used to
ensure that you have engaged the transmission
into the PARK position:
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When shifting into PARK, press the lock
button on the shift lever and push the lever all
the way forward until it stops. When re-
leased, the lever will return to the center
position.
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With brake pedal released, look at the trans-
mission gear position display and verify that it
indicates the PARK position (P).
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has
come to a complete stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for
prolonged periods with the engine running. Ap-
ply the parking brake and shift the transmission
into PARK if you must leave the vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off
the ignition to coast down a hill. These are
unsafe practices that limit your response to
changing traffic or road conditions. You might
lose control of the vehicle and have a colli-
sion.
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