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

Remove the support rod from the hood, and insert it into
the radiator crossmember.
Hood Prop Rod Slot
NOTE:
 Vehicle must be at a stop, and the gear selector must
be in PARK.
 You may have to push down slightly on the hood before
pushing the safety latch.
 While lifting the hood, use both hands.
 Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.
C T H
LOSING HE OOD
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 driver and passenger side
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.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

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)
To open the swing gate, pull on the gate handle.
Swing Gate Handle
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