Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED / Ignition Park Interlock

Jeep Wrangler: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED / Ignition Park Interlock

This vehicle is equipped with an Ignition Park Interlock which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the ignition can be turned to the OFF mode. This helps the driver avoid inadvertently leaving the vehicle without placing the transmission in PARK. This system also locks the transmission in PARK whenever the ignition is in the OFF mode.

NOTE:

The transmission is NOT locked in PARK when the ignition is in the ACC mode (even though the engine will be off). Ensure that the transmission is in PARK, and the ignition is OFF (not in ACC mode) before exiting the vehicle.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED

You must press and hold the brake pedal while shifting out of PARK. CAUTION! Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop...

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System

This vehicle is equipped with a BTSI system that holds the transmission gear selector in PARK unless the brakes are applied. To shift the transmission out of PARK, the engine must be running and the brake pedal must be pressed...

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Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Important Safety Precautions

Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible. Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in the rear seat of a vehicle with a rear seat...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: How To Use Remote Start

If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement” for additional information. Push and release the Remote Start button on the key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors and swing gate will lock, the turn signals will flash twice, and the horn will chirp twice...

To Unlock From The Driver or Passenger Side

With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the door handle, grab the handle to unlock the vehicle. Grabbing the driver’s door handle will unlock the driver door automatically. Grabbing the passenger door handle will unlock all doors and the swing gate automatically.

Jeep Wrangler. To Unlock From The Driver or Passenger Side

Grab The Door Handle To Unlock