Jeep Wrangler: Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models / Shifting Out of (N) Neutral
Use the following procedure to prepare your
vehicle for normal usage.
- Bring the vehicle to a complete stop,
leaving it connected to the tow vehicle.
- Firmly apply the parking brake.
- Start the engine.
- Press and hold the brake pedal.
- Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
- Turn the engine off.
- Shift the transfer case lever to the desired
position.
NOTE:
When shifting the transfer case out of (N)
Neutral, the engine should remain off to avoid
gear clash.
- Shift the automatic transmission into PARK,
or place manual transmission in NEUTRAL.
- Release the brake pedal.
- Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle.
- Start the engine.
- Press and hold the brake pedal.
- Release the parking brake.
- Shift the transmission into gear, release the
brake pedal (and clutch pedal on manual
transmissions), and check that the vehicle
operates normally.
Use the following procedure to prepare your
vehicle for recreational towing:
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you
leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer
case in the (N) Neutral position without first
fully engaging the parking brake...
Other information:
If the low oil pressure warning light turns on
while driving, stop the vehicle and shut down
the engine as soon as possible. A chime will
sound when the light turns on.
NOTE:
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected. This light does not show how much
oil is in the engine...
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they
are mounted in the front and the rear fascia/bumpers.
Front Tow Hooks
Rear Tow Hook
NOTE:
For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use
both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk
of damage to the vehicle...