Closing The Hood; Rear Swing Gate - Jeep WRANGLER 2020 Owner's Manual

112 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Closing The Hood

To close the hood, remove the support rod from
the slot and replace it on the hood panel
retaining clip. Lower the hood slowly. Secure
both of the hood latches.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in
motion and block your vision. Failure to follow
this warning could result in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the front center of the hood to ensure that
both latches engage. Do not fully open and
rest the hood on the windshield.

REAR SWING GATE

The rear swing gate can be unlocked by using
one of the following methods:
Mechanical key (with mechanical lock — if

equipped)
Remote Keyless Entry key fob (if equipped)

Power door unlock switch on the front doors

(if equipped)
Keyless Enter-N-Go swing gate handle (if

equipped)
To open the swing gate, pull on the gate handle.
Swing Gate Handle
NOTE:
Close the rear flip-up window before attempting
to close the swing gate (hard top models only).
WARNING!
Driving with the flip-up window open can
allow poisonous exhaust gases into your
vehicle. You and your passengers could be
injured by these fumes. Keep the flip-up
window closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
CAUTION!
Do not push on rear wiper blade when closing
the rear flip-up window, as damage to the
blade will result.
NOTE:
The swing gate hinges and check strap may
require cleaning if a squeak can be heard when
opening the swing gate. Progressive accumula-
tion on the check strap arm may cause failure of
the check strap, requiring replacement. For
further information on vehicle cleaning proce-
dures, refer to "Interiors" in "Servicing And
Maintenance".