Jeep 2004 Grand Cherokee - Manual (Page 182)

• When shifting into P (Park), depress the button on the
shift lever and firmly move the lever all the way
forward until it stops.
• Look at the shift indicator window on the console to
ensure it is in the P (Park) position.
• When engaged in P (Park), you will not be able to
move the shifter rearward without depressing the shift
lever button.
CAUTION!
Before moving the shift lever out of P (Park), you
must turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so steering
wheel and shift lever are released. Otherwise, dam-
age to steering column or shifter could result.
R—Reverse
Use this range only after the vehicle has come to a
complete stop.
N—Neutral
Shift to N (Neutral) when the vehicle is standing for
prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine
may be started in this range. Set the parking brake if you
must leave the vehicle.
Overdrive
For most city and highway driving. The transmis-
sion contains electronically controlled 4th and 5th
gears (Overdrives) and will automatically shift from D
(Drive) to 4th and 5th gears if the following conditions
are present:
• The transmission selector is in D (Drive).
• The O/D OFF switch has not been activated.
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