2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual - Page 182

182 STARTING AND OPERATING • 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. 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 transmission 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. 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, damage to steering column or shifter could result.