Jeep Compass 2013, Owner'S Manual

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WARNING! (Continued)
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Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
•
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
CAUTION!
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Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you
must turn the ignition switch from the OFF posi-
tion to the ON/RUN position, and also press the
brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift lever
could result.
(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
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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.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi-
tion:
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When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever
all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is
fully seated.
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Look at the transmission gear position display and
verify that it indicates the PARK position.
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With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever
will not move out of PARK.
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