Jeep Wrangler: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED / Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored
electronically for abnormal conditions. If a
condition is detected that could result in
transmission damage, Transmission Limp
Home Mode is activated. In this mode, the
transmission may operate only in certain gears,
or may not shift at all. Vehicle performance may
be severely degraded and the engine may stall.
In some situations, the transmission may not
re-engage if the engine is turned off and restarted. The Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)
may be illuminated. A message in the
instrument cluster will inform the driver of the
more serious conditions, and indicate what
actions may be necessary.
In the event of a momentary problem, the
transmission can be reset to regain all forward
gears by performing the following steps:
NOTE:
- In cases where the instrument cluster
message indicates the transmission may not
re-engage after engine shutdown, perform
this procedure only in a desired location
(preferably, at an authorized dealer).
- Even if the transmission can be reset, we
recommend that you visit an authorized dealer
at your earliest possible convenience. An
authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to
assess the condition of your transmission.
- If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized
dealer service is required.
- Stop the vehicle.
- Shift the transmission into PARK, if
possible. If not, shift the transmission to
NEUTRAL.
- Push and hold the ignition switch until the
engine turns off.
- Wait approximately 30 seconds.
- Restart the engine.
- Shift into the desired gear range. If the
problem is no longer detected, the
transmission will return to normal
operation.
Do not press the accelerator pedal when
shifting out of PARK or NEUTRAL.
NOTE:
After selecting any gear range, wait a moment
to allow the selected gear to engage before
accelerating...
AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission
feature providing manual shift control, giving
you more control of the vehicle. AutoStick
allows you to maximize engine braking,
eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,
and improve overall vehicle performance...
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The Sentry Key Immobilizer system
prevents unauthorized vehicle operation
by disabling the engine. The system does
not need to be armed or activated.
Operation is automatic, regardless of
whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push
button ignition and a Radio Frequency (RF)
receiver to prevent unauthorized vehicle
operation...