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INTRODUCTION

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND OPERATING

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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Page 1: Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION ............. 3 INTRODUCTION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction ......4 Roll Over Warning ..... 4 How To Use This Manual .
Page 4: Introduction
4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting a Jeep Wrangler and welcome to our worldwide family. This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive enclosed vehicles were not intended.
Page 5 Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S. government notes that the universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2 million annually.
Page 6: How To Use This Manual
6 INTRODUCTION This manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and various customer oriented documents. You are urged to read these publications carefully.
Page 7: Warnings And Cautions
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information.
Page 8: Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 9: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS A Word About Your Keys ....11 Ignition Key ......11 Key-In-Ignition Reminder .
Page 10 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Tips ......40 Exhaust Gas ......40 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle .
Page 11: A Word About Your Keys
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic bag with the key code number on it. If you received your keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you the number. The key code can also be obtained by the dealer from your vehicle invoice.
Page 12: Key-In-Ignition Reminder
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition, sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key. CAUTION! Always remove the key from the ignition, and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 13: Important Note About Service
• Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys, or any other transponder equipped components on the same keychain will not cause a key-related (Transponder) fault unless the additional part is physically held against the ignition key being used when starting the vehicle. Also, cell phones, pagers, or other RF electronics will not cause interference with this system.
Page 14: General Information
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Insert the second valid key and turn the ignition switch ON within 15 seconds. After ten seconds, a chime will sound and the SKIS indicator light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the second key.
Page 15: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED The interior lights will come on when you open any door. The lights will remain on after all of the doors are closed, and then fade to off or they will immediately fade to off once the ignition switch is turned on.
Page 16: Occupant Restraints
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • For personal security reasons and safety in an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle.
Page 17: Lap/Shoulder Belts
Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street. Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and that they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision.
Page 18 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and take the forces of a collision the best. Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse.
Page 19 WARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • A belt that is loose will not protect you as well.
Page 20 20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen.
Page 21: Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage In the front seats, the shoulder belt anchorage can be adjusted upward or downward to position the belt away from your neck. Push in on the anchorage near your outside shoulder and slide it up or down to reach the position that serves you best.
Page 22: Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs) - Airbags
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Using a seat belt extender when not needed can increase the risk of injury in a collision. Only use when the seat belt is not long enough when it is worn low and snug, and in the recommended seating positions.
Page 23 Airbags inflate in moderate to high speed impacts. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the instru- ment panel knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the driver and front passenger. The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types of collisions.
Page 24 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Relying on the airbags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The airbags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions the airbags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have airbags.
Page 25 • Also, the ACM turns on the “Airbag Warning Light” in the instrument panel for 6 to 8 seconds when the ignition is first turned on, then turns the light off. If it detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the light either momentarily or continuously.
Page 26 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch — If Equipped NOTE: The Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Switch is de- signed so that the switch position can be changed using the ignition key. The key inserts into the switch far enough to fully depress a spring-loaded locking plunger, and then rotates to the desired position.
Page 27 To Shut Off the Passenger Airbag 1. Turn ignition to OFF position. 2. Remove the water-resistant plug. 3. Place the ignition key in the Passenger Airbag ON/ OFF Switch, press inward and turn the key to the right to the OFF position. This will shut off the passenger airbag. 4.
Page 28 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the airbags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon airbag material may sometimes cause abra- sions and/or skin reddening to the driver and front passenger as the airbags deploy and unfold.
Page 29: Child Restraint
Maintaining Your Airbag System WARNING! • Modifications to any part of the airbag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel.
Page 30 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck- led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. WARNING! In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a missile inside the vehicle.
Page 31 • The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh- ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small to fit in the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seat back, they should use a belt-positioning booster seat.
Page 32 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint: • Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards.
Page 33 LATCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and Tether for CH ildren) Your vehicle’s front passenger and two rear outboard (if equipped) seating positions are equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH. The LATCH system provides for the installation of the child restraint without using the vehicle’s seat belts, instead securing the child restraint using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from the child restraint to the vehicle...
Page 34 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The front passenger and rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seat back, and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind the front passenger and the rear seat (on the floor behind each rear outboard seating position). Front Seat Tether Rear Seat Tether Anchor...
Page 36 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward- facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a...
Page 37 In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times to shorten it.
Page 38 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Seat Tether Anchor WARNING! An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.
Page 39: Engine Break-In Recommendations
• If the shoulder belt contacts the child’s face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. Transporting Pets Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.
Page 40: Safety Tips
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of difficulty. SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas WARNING!
Page 41: Vehicle
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle Seat Belts Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).
Page 43: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS Mirrors ......46 Inside Day/Night Mirror ....46 Inside Automatic Dimming Compass/ Temperature Mirror —...
Page 44 44 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Daytime Running Lights — Canada Only ..58 Windshield Wipers And Washers ...58 Intermittent Wiper System ....58 Windshield Wiper Operation .
Page 45 Soft Top ......82 Folding Down The Soft Top ....84 Putting Up The Soft Top .
Page 46: Mirrors
46 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward rear of vehicle).
Page 47: Compass Calibration
CAUTION! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. The compass/temperature display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass headings (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW).
Page 48 48 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the vehicle is new, the compass should initially be verified for correct compass variance (refer to Compass Variation Adjustment) and calibrated manually (refer to Manual Calibration). This will ensure correct initial cali- bration and eliminate initial erroneous compass head- ings.
Page 49: Outside Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 49 To set the variance: Turn the ignition ON, and press and hold the center button for 3 to 6 seconds. The last variance zone number will be displayed. Each press of the center button will select a new variance zone. When the proper zone is selected, wait 5 seconds to resume normal operation.
Page 50: Seats
50 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side convex mirror will look smaller and f arther away than they really are. Relying too much on your right side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object.
Page 51: Tilting Front Seats
WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
Page 52: Fold And Tumble Rear Seat
52 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. Fold And Tumble Rear Seat To expand the cargo area: 1. Slide seat belts through the seat cushions into the cargo area. 2. Lift the seatback release lever and fold seatback for- ward.
Page 53: Removing The Rear Seat
4. Secure the seat with the strap. Wrap strap around sport bar, and put one end of the strap through loop of the other end. Pull to tighten strap around sport bar. Place the opposite loop around hook of seat. Route the strap so that it is between the plates of the seat to eliminate slack and increase tension, as shown.
Page 54: Replacing The Rear Seat
54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • First fold the rear seat forward following steps 1 through 3 under “Fold and Tumble Rear Seat” in this section. • Press down on release bar on each side, and pull seat out and away from lower bracket.
Page 55: To Open And Close The Hood
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open hood, first release both hood latches. Next, locate handle in middle of the front end of the hood. Insert hand into gap between hood and radiator support and lift up on handle to raise hood. You may have to push down slightly on hood before lifting up on handle.
Page 56: Lights
56 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before driving. LIGHTS Interior Lights The overhead light comes on when a door is opened.
Page 57: Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, And Headlights
Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, and Headlights Turn the end of the multi-function control lever to the first detent for parking lights and instrument panel lights. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation. To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the center portion of the muti-function control lever up or down.
Page 58: Front Fog Lights - If Equipped
58 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is in the multi-function control lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever.
Page 59: Windshield Wiper Operation
of the lever. The delay can be regulated from a maximum of approximately 18 seconds between cycles, to a cycle every second. Windshield Wiper Operation Move the lever upward to the second detent for LO speed wiper operation, or to the third detent for HI speed operation UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59 Windshield Washers...
Page 60: Tilt Steering Column
60 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TILT STEERING COLUMN To tilt the column, push down on the lever below the turn signal control and move the wheel up or down, as desired. Pull the lever back upwards to lock the column firmly in place.
Page 61: To Activate
To Activate Press and release the ON·OFF button to turn the system on. To turn the system off, press the ON·OFF button again. The system should be turned off when not in use. The CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates when the system is on.
Page 62: To Accelerate For Passing
62 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Accelerate for Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. NOTE: When driving uphill, at elevations above 2,000 ft. (610 meters), or when the vehicle is heavily loaded (especially when towing) the vehicle may slow below the SET speed.
Page 63: Electrical Power Outlet
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET To the right of the cigar lighter (if equipped) is the 12 volt power outlet. The outlet is connected directly to the battery, items plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent engine starting. The outlet in- cludes a tethered cap labeled with a battery symbol indicating the power source.
Page 64: Cup Holders
64 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CUP HOLDERS In the center console there are two cup holders for the front seat passengers. NOTE: The cup holder insert is removable from the console, for cleaning. The rear passengers have cup holders at the rear of the center console.
Page 65: Storage
STORAGE Glove Compartment To unlock the glove compartment, insert the key and turn. To open, pull the latch up. Console Storage Compartment — If Equipped To unlock, insert key and turn. To open, press the latch button. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 65 Add-A-Trunk™...
Page 66: Dual Top - If Equipped
66 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When the Add-A-Trunk™ is not desired, it can be easily removed from the rear compartment. Remove the four knobs that secure the “trunk” to the body. Lift the Add-A-Trunk™ out and place the knobs in the molded-in storage area.
Page 67 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 67 4. Using a rubber mallet, carefully tap the knuckles from the outside edge. This will remove the bow assembly from the pivot bracket. Remove the soft top from the vehicle and store in a clean, dry location.
Page 68: Installing The Soft Top
68 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Unzip the zipper on the sport bar cover to expose the pivot bracket. Remove the brackets using a #T40 Torx head driver. Recover and re-zip the sports bar cover. Store pivot brackets and screws in a safe place. 6.
Page 69 c. Lay the soft top back into the vehicle with the curved portion of the bows facing upward. d. Tap the knuckles on the side with a rubber mallet to reattach them to the pivot bracket. e. Screw the pivot screws back into place. Secure them until they are snug being careful not to cross- thread the screws.
Page 70 70 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Open the tailgate. 7. Remove the tailgate bar (black bar with end caps) that is located in the soft top and set aside. NOTE: Be sure the wire harness is not attached to the soft top bows before you lift the top.
Page 71 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71 12. Move to the side of the vehicle and pull the side bow 13. Unclip and move the sun visor to the side. forward and down. You will see the 3 bow rise from the rear of the vehicle.
Page 72 72 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 14. Open the header latches and engage the hooks on each side into the windshield slot. NOTE: Do not latch at this time. 15. Grasp the drip rail retainers and untuck them from the door frame.
Page 73 16. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail panels over the 3 bow. Let them hang down over the sport bar. Make sure that the nylon check straps between the 2 bow and 3 bow are not twisted or wrapped around the 2 bow.
Page 74 74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 18. Begin working from the rear tailgate opening and align the sail panel retainer to the edge of the body side retainer. Tuck the retainer around the corner working from back to front. NOTE: This may be difficult to do the first time.
Page 75 20. Tuck in the bottom retainers on the quarter windows into the bodyside retainer, beginning from the rear and working to the front of the vehicle. Repeat this step for the other side. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75 21.
Page 76 76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 22. Zip the rear window beginning from the left using both zipper ends. Leave one zipper end at the start. 23. Tuck in the retainer bar ends into the tailgate clips on each side of the tailgate opening. 22...
Page 77 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77 24. Tuck in the plastic retainers on each side of the rear 25. Tuck in the drip rail retainers into the rail slot. window under the tailgate clips.
Page 78: Hard Top
78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 26. Close the header latches and position the sun visor. HARD TOP CAUTION! • The hard top is not designed to carry any addi- tional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, build- ing, hunting, or camping supplies, and/or lug- gage, etc.
Page 79: Hard Top Removal
CAUTION! Do not move your vehicle until the top has been either fully attached to the windshield frame and bodyside, or fully removed. Hard Top Removal 1. Fold down the sun visors and move them to the side. 2. Unlatch the two hard top latches located at the top of the windshield.
Page 80 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: On a dual top vehicle, the two rear and center nuts are retained onto the bodyside. 4. Open both doors. 5. Open tailgate all the way to ensure clearance of the rear window glass. Lift rear window glass. 6.
Page 81 7. Disconnect the washer hose and install the tethered cap. CAUTION! Make sure storage cap is installed to prevent foreign materials from entering tube and clogging system. 8. Disconnect the wire harness from the hard top by pressing the tab at the side of the connector and pulling to disconnect.
Page 82: Hard Top Installation
82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If the doors are to be removed, pull the #4 fuse from the fuse block to prevent dome lamp illumination. Hard Top Installation NOTE: If the door frames are installed from soft top usage, they must be removed prior to installation of the hard top.
Page 83 If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top has been folded down for a period of time, the top will appear to have shrunk when you raise it, making it difficult to put up. This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl coating on the fabric top.
Page 84: Folding Down The Soft Top
84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not drive vehicle with rear window curtain up unless side curtains are also open. Dangerous exhaust gases which can kill could enter the vehicle. • The fabric upper doors and fabric top are de- signed only for protection against the elements.
Page 85 2. Grasp the drip rail retainers and untuck both of them from the door frame slot. Repeat this on the other side. 3. Unclip and move the sun visor to the side. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 4. Release the header latches and leave the hooks in the windshield slots.
Page 86 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Open the tailgate, partially unzip the rear window on each side, and unlock the rear window retainers. NOTE: If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush.
Page 87 7. Beginning from the rear, moving forward, partially unzip the side window and untuck the bottom retainers. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 8. Finish unzipping the window and repeat this step on the other side. NOTE: Stow clean windows carefully outside of the vehicle to avoid scratches.
Page 88 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 10. Remove Sunrider™ pins to release side rails from brackets located on both door rails (Unlimited Models Only). 11. Release the hook portion of the latches. Grasp the side bow behind the header and lift the top back. 12.
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Tuck the top between the 2 bow and the 3 bow as it folds. 14. Tuck the top between the 2 bow and the header.
Page 90 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 15. After the top is folded down, ensure that the drip rail retainers are tucked in inward as shown. This is to avoid unnecessary wear to the fabric. 16. After the top is folded down, the check straps must be wrapped around the header.
Page 91: Putting Up The Soft Top
Putting Up The Soft Top NOTE: Be sure the wire harness is not attached to the soft top bows before you lift the top. 1. Slide Sunrider sleeve towards header to cover Sun- rider link (Unlimited Models Only). 2. Begin working from the rear of the vehicle, with the tailgate open.
Page 92 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Unclip and move the sun visor to the side. 5. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each side into the windshield slot.
Page 93 6. Guide side bows down into bracket on door rails. Make sure door rail Sunrider pins engage into bracket on side bows (Unlimited Models Only). 7. Grasp the drip rail retainer and untuck them from the door frame. NOTE: Do not tuck the drip rails into the door frame at this time.
Page 94 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9. Tuck the sail panel retainer into the bodyside retainer. Begin working from the rear tailgate opening and work to the corner. NOTE: This may be difficult to do the first time. If difficulty is experienced with fabric tension, place your hand on top of the 3 bow and push down to help tuck in the sail panels.
Page 95 10. To install the quarter windows, affix the rear corner of the window temporarily. Now, zip the zipper only about 1 inch (2.5 cm). At this time it is necessary to tuck in the door frame retainer. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 11.
Page 96 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 12. Tuck the bottom retainers on the quarter window into the bodyside retainer, beginning from the rear and work- ing to the front of the vehicle. Repeat this step for the other side. 13.
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 14. To assist in getting the zipper started, lay the bar on 15. Tuck the retainer bar into the tailgate clip. the inside of the wheel wells and uninstall half of the D-pillar retainer from U-rail to expose zipper ends.
Page 98 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Tuck in the solid plastic retainers on each side of the 17. Tuck in drip rail retainers into the door frame slots. tailgate under the tailgate clip.
Page 99: Sunrider™ - If Equipped
18. Close the header latches and return the sun visor to it’s original position. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 SUNRIDER™ — IF EQUIPPED (UNLIMITED MODELS ONLY) To Raise 1. Grasp the drip rail retainers and untuck both of them from the door frame slot.
Page 100 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 3. Release the header latches, and slide the plastic sleeves forward. 4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the material is folded back as shown.
Page 101: Door Frame
6. Tuck drip rail retainers into the door frame slots. 7. Close the header latches, and return sun visors to their original position. DOOR FRAME WARNING! Do not drive your vehicle on-pavement with the door frame removed or the windshield down as you lose the protection these structural elements can provide.
Page 102: Folding Windshield
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Insert the top front of the door frame into the opening at the top corner of the door opening. Push the top rear of the door frame to the side bar. 3. Slide door frame forward until the pin holes in the top line up with the holes in the side bar.
Page 103 NOTE: Before lowering windshield, disconnect the electrical connector for the inside Compass/Temperature mirror (if equipped). If required for certain off-road uses, the side bars can be removed and the windshield folded down. However, the protection afforded by these features is then lost. If you remove the side bars and fold down the windshield, drive slowly and cautiously.
Page 104: Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side Bars
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Carefully follow these warnings to help protect against personal injury: • Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the wind- shield down. • Do not drive your vehicle unless the windshield is securely fastened, either up or down.
Page 105 3. Remove the two Torx head screws holding each side bar to the windshield frame. Shift the side bar inboard to clear windshield pillar molding when removing the side bar. NOTE: Store all of the mounting bolts in their original threaded holes and tighten for safekeeping.
Page 106 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. To safely store the side bars in your vehicle, use four of the cinch straps, found in the glove box. Attach the straps through the footman loops located in the floor behind the folded rear seat on each side of the vehicle.
Page 107 7. Remove the black round headed windshield Torx head screw on each side of the base of the windshield. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 8. Lower the windshield gently until it contacts the rubber hood bumpers.
Page 108: Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 9. Secure the windshield by passing the remaining cinch strap, found in the glove box, through the footman hoop on the center of the hood and on the center of the windshield frame. Tighten the strap to secure the wind- shield in place.
Page 109: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS Instrument Panel And Interior Controls ..114 Instrument Cluster ..... 115 Instrument Cluster Description .
Page 110 110 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory ..123 Operating Instructions - RDS Mode ..124 Time Button ......124 TA (Traffic Announcement) Button .
Page 111 To Set The Push-Button Memory ..131 Balance ......131 Fade .
Page 112 112 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Seek ......142 Fast Forward (FF) ..... 143 Rewind (RW) .
Page 113 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance ..148 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance ....149 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ..149 Climate Controls .
Page 114: Instrument Panel And Interior Controls
114 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR CONTROLS...
Page 115: Instrument Cluster
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 115 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 116: Instrument Cluster Description
116 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION Your vehicle is equipped with the instrument cluster described on the following pages. 1. Voltmeter Indicates available battery voltage and charging system operation. The lower red zone indicates that battery charge may be too low to start the engine. With the engine running, the normal operating range is between 11 and 15 volts.
Page 117 7. High Beam Indicator Light This light shows that the headlights are on high beam. Pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low. If the driver’s door is open, and the headlights or parklights are left on, the “High Beam Indicator Light”...
Page 118 118 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 15. Coolant Temperature Gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature. The red zone to the far right indicates possible overheat- ing. Seek authorized service immediately if the gauge operates in the red zone. In U.S. vehicles, temperature is indicated in degrees fahrenheit; in Canadian vehicles in degrees centigrade.
Page 119 19. Trip Odometer Button Press and release this button to toggle between the odometer and trip odometer displays. This button is also used to reset the trip odometer to 0. While the display is showing the trip odometer, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds and the display will reset to 0.
Page 120: Electronic Digital Clock
120 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is in motion, the red BRAKE warning light will “flash” and a chime will sound. The operation of the BRAKE warning light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the ON position.
Page 121: Clock Setting Procedure
Clock Setting Procedure 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position and press the time button. Using the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press either the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio. 2.
Page 122: Sales Code Rad-Am & Fm Stereo Radio With Graphic Equalizer, Cassette Tape Player With Cd Player
122 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RAD—AM & FM STEREO RADIO WITH GRAPHIC EQUALIZER, CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER WITH CD PLAYER Radio Security Code This radio is equipped with an anti-theft feature which requires that a four digit code number be entered when- ever the power supply is interrupted (such as a discon- nected battery).
Page 123: Power Switch, Volume Control
Power Switch, Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control to the right to increase the volume. Seek Button (Radio Mode) Press and release the Seek button to search for the next station in either the MW/LW or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down.
Page 124: Operating Instructions - Rds Mode
124 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5 seconds after pressing the SET button, the station will continue to play, but will not be locked into push-button memory. You may add a second FM station to each push button by repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press the SET button twice and SET 2 will appear in the radio display window.
Page 125: Ta (Traffic Announcement) Button
TA (Traffic Announcement) Button Pressing the TA button will enable the Traffic Information system. If the current station does not have the TP function or is not a RDS station the radio will beep and display “NO TA” and then go into the TA seek mode. During Tape/CD mode the TA will give priority to traffic announcements from the last tuned TA station.
Page 126: Af Loc (Alternative Frequencies And Local Frequencies) Button
126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Oldies • Other M • Phone In • Pop M • Religion • Rock M • Science • Social • Sport • Travel • Varied • Weather By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency station with the same selected PTY name.
Page 127: Changing Tape Direction
NOTE: When subjected to extremely cold temperatures, the tape mechanism may require a few minutes to warm up for proper operation. Sometimes poor playback may be experienced due to a defective cassette tape. Clean and demagnetize the tape heads at least twice a year. Changing Tape Direction Press the top of the PTY button to change tape play direction.
Page 128: Pinch Roller Release
128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Pinch Roller Release If ignition power or the radio ON/OFF switch are turned off, the pinch roller will automatically retract to protect the tape from any damage. When power is restored to the tape player, the pinch roller will automatically reengage and the tape will resume play.
Page 129: Ejt Cd (Eject) Button
EJT CD (Eject) Button Press the EJT CD button and the disc will unload and move to the entrance for easy removal. The unit will switch to the radio mode. If you do not remove the disc within 15 seconds, it will be reloaded, and the display will remain unchanged in whatever mode it is in.
Page 130: Sales Code Rbb-Am/Fm Stereo Radio
130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SALES CODE RBB—AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CAPABILITY Operating Instructions NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position to operate the radio.
Page 131: Tune
make another selection. Holding the button will bypass stations without stopping until you release it. Tune Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or decrease the frequency. If the button is pushed and held, the radio will continue to tune until the button is released.
Page 132: Am/Fm Selection
132 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL AM/FM Selection Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The operating mode will be displayed next to the station frequency. The display will show ST when a stereo station is received in the FM mode. Mode Button Press the MODE button to select between the cassette tape player, CD changer, or the Satellite Radio (if...
Page 133: Cd Changer Control Capability - If Equipped
Time Button Press the time button to toggle between station frequency and time of day. Pressing this button while playing a cassette tape will change the side of the tape being played. NR (Noise Reduction) Pushing the Number 2 Pre-set button when a tape is playing deactivates the Dolby Noise Reduction System*.
Page 134: Radio Display Messages
134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Random can be cancelled by pressing the button a second time or by ejecting the CD from the changer. CD Diagnostic Indicators When driving over a very rough road, the CD player may skip momentarily. Skipping will not damage the disc or the player, and play will resume automatically.
Page 135: Sales Code Rbk-Am/ Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player And Cd Changer Controls
SALES CODE RBK—AM/ FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND CD CHANGER CONTROLS Radio Operation Power/Volume Control Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the volume control clockwise to increase the volume. NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch.
Page 136 136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Bass and Treble Tone Control The tone controls consist of 2 separate bands. The bass band is on the left, and the treble band is on the right. Each band is adjusted by a slider control with a detent at the mid-position.
Page 137: Cd Player Operation
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressively ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CD Player Operation NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate.
Page 138: Cd Changer Control Capability - If Equipped
138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL FF/TUNE/RW Press FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player will begin to fast forward until FF is released. The RW ( Reverse) button works in a similar manner. Random Play — RND/Program Button 4 Press the RND (button 4) button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play.
Page 139 Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons Press and hold the FF button for fast forward. Press and hold the RW button for fast reverse. The audio output can be heard when fast forward and fast reverse are activated. Random Play (RND) Press the Random button to play the tracks on the selected disc in random order for an interesting change of pace.
Page 140: Radio Display Messages
140 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Display Messages Your radio has been designed to display certain messages when a problem is detected with the CD player. SALES CODE RBT/RBY—AM STEREO & FM STEREO RADIO WITH GRAPHIC EQUALIZER, CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD PLAYER Operating Instructions - Radio Mode NOTE: Power to operate the radio is supplied through the ignition switch.
Page 141: Seek (Radio Mode)
Seek (Radio Mode) Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The radio will remain tuned to the new station until you make another selection.
Page 142: Time
142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL memory. The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by pressing the push-button twice. Time Press the TIME button to change the display between radio frequency and time. To set the clock, use a ballpoint pen or similar object to press the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio, The time setting will increase each time you press the button.
Page 143: Fast Forward (Ff)
Fast Forward (FF) Press the FF button up momentarily to advance the tape in the direction that it is playing. The tape will advance until the button is pressed again or the end of the tape is reached. At the end of the tape, the tape will play in the opposite direction.
Page 144: Operation Instructions - Cd Player
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operation Instructions — CD Player NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC position and the volume control ON before the CD player will operate. Inserting The Compact Disc You may either insert or eject a disc with the radio OFF. If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radio OFF, the disc icon will be displayed in addition to the time of day.
Page 145: Cd/Cd-C
CD/CD-C Press the bottom of the AM/FM CD/CD-C button to switch between the CD and CD changer (if equipped). Time Press the TIME button to change the display from elapsed CD playing time to time of day. SATELLITE RADIO — IF EQUIPPED Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcast- ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast.
Page 146: Selecting Satellite Mode In Rbb And Rbk Radios
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ESN/SID Access With RBP, RBU, RAZ, and RBQ Radios With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY position and the radio OFF, press the CD Eject and TIME buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. All twelve ESN/SID num- bers will be displayed.
Page 147: Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels
NOTE: Channels that may contain objectionable con- tent can be blocked. Contact Sirius Customer Care at 888-539-7474 to discuss options for channel blocking or unblocking. Please have your ESN/SID information available. Storing and Selecting Pre-Set Channels In addition to the 10 AM and 10 FM pre-set stations, you may also commit 10 satellite stations to push button memory.
Page 148: Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance
148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the form of short audio mutes. • Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can cause intermittent reception. • Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can cause signal blockage.
Page 149: Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface. 2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth, wiping from center to edge. 3.
Page 150: Heater Only - If Equipped
150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Heater Only — If Equipped In snowy weather, always clear the air inlet grille at the base of the windshield before driving your vehicle. Blower Switch The blower switch is the rotary knob to the left of the controls.
Page 151: Air Conditioning - If Equipped
Bi-Level Air comes from both instrument panel and floor outlets. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield. Floor Air comes from the floor outlets. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield.
Page 152 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature Control The temperature control is the center knob located on the climate controls. It controls the temperature of the air delivered to the passenger compartment. The “Blue” area on the left side of the control indicates cooler temperatures while the “Red”...
Page 153 Recirculation Select this position when the outside air con- tains smoke, odors, high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired. This feature allows for recir- culation of interior air only. Air flows through the panel outlets in this mode. Also, a slight amount of airflow may be noticed at the defrost outlet located at the base of the windshield.
Page 154: Operating Tips
154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For improved safety, the A/C compressor is activated when “Mix” or “Defrost” modes are selected. This is done to assist in drying the air and it will help in keeping the windshield from fogging. Operating Tips Summer Operation The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles...
Page 155: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
CAUTION! Use care when washing the inside of the rear win- dow to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements.
Page 157: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS Starting Procedures ....160 Manual Transmission ....160 Automatic Transmission .
Page 158 158 STARTING AND OPERATING Off-Road Driving Tips ....181 When To Use Low Range ....181 In Snow, Mud And Sand .
Page 159 Trailer Towing ......202 Warranty Requirements ....203 Snow Plow .
Page 160: Starting Procedures
160 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. WARNING! Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build up may cause serious injury or death.
Page 161: Extreme Cold Weather
Extreme Cold Weather (below –20°F or –29°C) To insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an externally powered electric engine block heater (available from your dealer) is recommended. If Engine Fails to Start If the engine fails to start after you have followed the “Normal Starting”...
Page 162: After Starting
162 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury. After Starting The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up.
Page 163: Transmission Shifting
TRANSMISSION SHIFTING 5-Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission Follow the shift pattern on the gearshift knob. NOTE: The backup lights will come on when your vehicle is in reverse gear and the ignition is in the ON position. STARTING AND OPERATING 163 WARNING! When parking your vehicle, always leave a manual transmission in first gear and apply the parking...
Page 164 164 STARTING AND OPERATING • Do not downshift into a low gear while traveling at too high a speed for that gear. Engine, clutch, or transmis- sion damage may result. • Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This causes heat buildup and damages the clutch.
Page 165: Automatic Transmission
Clutch Interlocking Ignition System Manual transmission vehicles are equipped with a clutch interlock safety feature. With this feature engaged, you must depress the clutch pedal to allow cranking of the engine. To temporarily bypass this safety feature while off-road driving, which will allow cranking the engine without depressing the clutch, follow these steps: 1.
Page 166 166 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of “P” or “N” if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse.
Page 167 WARNING! Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in and near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, you should always shift the vehicle into P (Park), remove the key from the ignition, and apply the parking brake.
Page 168 168 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Do not coast in N (Neutral) and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle.
Page 169 2 (Second) For moderate grades and to assist braking on dry pavement or in mud and snow. Begins at a stop in low gear with automatic upshift to 2nd gear. Will not shift to 3rd. 1 (First) For hard pulling at low speeds in mud, sand, snow, or on steep grades.
Page 170: Four-Wheel Drive Operation (Command-Trac™ Or Rock-Trac™) - If Equipped
170 STARTING AND OPERATING Torque Converter Clutch A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been added to the automatic transmission of this vehicle. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly differ- ent feeling or response during normal operation in high gear.
Page 171: Shift Positions
NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. The transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshafts speeds must be equal for the shift to take place.
Page 172: Shifting Procedure
172 STARTING AND OPERATING 4H Position Four Wheel Drive High Range — Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. Additional traction for loose, slippery road surfaces. N (Neutral) Position Neutral —...
Page 173: Trac-Lok™ Rear Axle
NOTE: Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however, difficulty may oc- cur due to the mating teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth align- ment and shift completion to occur. The preferred method is with the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
Page 174: Axle Lock (Tru-Lok™) - If Equipped
174 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen- tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the ground. The vehicle may drive through the rear wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to lose control of your vehicle.
Page 175: Parking Brake
PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition ON, the BRAKE warning light in the instrument cluster will light. NOTE: The BRAKE warning light indicates only that the parking brake is applied.
Page 176 176 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Always fully apply the parking brake when leav- ing your vehicle, or vehicle may roll and cause damage or injury. Also be certain to leave a automatic transmission in P (Park), or a manual transmission in 1st gear.
Page 177: About Your Brakes
If the parking brake is not completely released, the BRAKE warning light will remain on. NOTE: Your vehicle has automatically adjusting rear brakes and we do not recommend any adjustment other than the maintenance performed by your authorized dealer. ABOUT YOUR BRAKES Your vehicle is equipped with power assisted brakes as standard equipment.
Page 178 178 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! To use your brakes and decelerate more safely, follow these tips: • Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the pedal. This could overheat the brakes and result in unpredictable braking action, longer stopping distances, or brake damage. •...
Page 179: Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped
WARNING! To help avoid personal injury, follow these tips: • Never reach through the steering wheel to operate steering column controls. Injury to your hands or loss of vehicle control may result. • If the engine stalls or power assist fails due to a malfunction, vehicle steering and braking will require greater effort.
Page 180 180 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop. WARNING! •...
Page 181: On-Road Driving Tips
CAUTION! The Anti-Lock Brake System is subject to possible detrimental effects of electronic interference caused by improperly installed aftermarket radios or tele- phones. NOTE: During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sensation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. This is normal, indicating that the Anti-Lock Brake System is functioning.
Page 182: Hill Climbing
182 STARTING AND OPERATING Don’t shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain headway. Over-revving the engine can spin the wheels and traction will be lost. Do not downshift on icy or slippery roads because engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control. When driving on soft sand, reduce your tire pressure to 15 psi (103 kPa) minimum to allow greater tire surface area.
Page 183: Traction Downhill
Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into a low gear and transfer case to 4L (Low) range. Let the vehicle go slowly down the hill with all four wheels turning against engine compression drag. This will permit you to control the vehicle speed and direction.
Page 184: Tire Safety Information
184 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: P(Passenger)-Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: P215/65R15 95H. NOTE: European Metric tire sizing is based on Euro- pean design standards.
Page 185 Tire Sizing Chart Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ...blank... = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light Truck tire based on U.S. design standards T = Temporary Spare tire 31 = Overall Diameter in Inches (in) 215 = Section Width in Milimeters (mm) 65 = Aspect Ratio in Percent (%)
Page 186 186 STARTING AND OPERATING Service Description: 95 = Load Index —A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry. H = Speed Symbol —A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions.
Page 187: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire however the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN including date code located on the white sidewall side of the tire. DOT = Department of Transportation —This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 188: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
188 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading and Tire Pressure Tire Placard Location NOTE: The tire placard is located on the lower driver’s side instrument panel. Tire and Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the, 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) the total weight your vehicle can carry 3) the tire size designed for your vehicle 4) the cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear...
Page 189 combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard.
Page 190 190 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 191: Tires - General Information
WARNING! Overloading of your tire is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle-never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
Page 192: Tire Inflation Pressures
192 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Economy— Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for earlier tire replacement. Under inflation also increases tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel consump- tion.
Page 193: High Speed Operation
High Speed Operation WARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a serious accident. Don’t drive a vehicle loaded to maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Page 194: Tread Wear Indicators
194 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 35 mph (55km/h) when you are stuck. And don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 195: Alignment And Balance
WARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen- sion dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak- ing of your vehicle.
Page 196: Tire Chains
196 STARTING AND OPERATING Improper alignment will not cause vehicle vibration, which may be a result of tire and wheel out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear. TIRE CHAINS Install chains on rear tires only. Tire chains may be installed on all models except Sahara.
Page 197: Fuel Requirements
Follow the recommended tire rotation frequency for your type of driving found in the “Maintenance Schedules” Section of this manual. More frequent rotation is permis- sible if desired. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being per- formed.
Page 198: Reformulated Gasoline
198 STARTING AND OPERATING Over 40 auto manufacturer’s world wide have issued and endorsed consistent gasoline specifications (the World- wide Fuel Charter, WWFC) to define fuel properties necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, and durability for your vehicle. The manufacturer recom- mends the use of gasoline that meets the WWFC speci- fications if they are available.
Page 199: Sulfur In Gasoline
It is even more important to look for gasoline without MMT in Canada because MMT can be used at levels higher than allowed in the United States. MMT is pro- hibited in Federal and California reformulated gasoline. Sulfur In Gasoline If you live in the northeast United States, your vehicle may have been designed to meet California low emission standards with clean burning, low sulfur, California...
Page 200: Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
200 STARTING AND OPERATING FUEL FILLER CAP (GAS CAP) The fuel cap is located on the left side of the vehicle. If the fuel cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is for use with this vehicle. CAUTION! Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap...
Page 201 CAUTION! To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the fuel tank after filling. NOTE: When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. STARTING AND OPERATING 201 WARNING! • Remove the fuel cap (gas cap) slowly to prevent fuel spray from the filler neck which may cause injury.
Page 202: Locking Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) - If Equipped
202 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. Locking Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) — If Equipped •...
Page 203: Warranty Requirements
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle. Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Warranty Requirements The manufacturer’s warranty will apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for noncommercial use, however the following conditions must be met: •...
Page 204 204 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 205: Shifting Into Neutral (N)
NOTE: Refer to “Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in Section 7 for axle differential lubrication specifications for towing. SNOW PLOW Snow plows should not be added to the front end of your vehicle. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) CAUTION! Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing.
Page 206: Shifting Out Of Neutral (N)
206 STARTING AND OPERATING 6. Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. 7. Shut the engine off and place the ignition key into the unlocked OFF position. 8. Shift automatic transmission into P (Park). 9. Apply parking brake. 10.
Page 207 WARNING! You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The transfer case N (Neutral) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position.
Page 209: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS Hazard Warning Flasher ....210 If Your Engine Overheats ....210 Changing A Flat Tire .
Page 210: Hazard Warning Flasher
210 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER The flasher switch is on top of the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. Depress the switch and both cluster indicators and all front and rear directional sig- nals will flash. Depress the switch again to turn Hazard Warning Flashers off.
Page 211: Changing A Flat Tire
Control to maximum heat, the Mode Control to floor, and the Fan Control to High. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle.
Page 212 212 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES To remove the jack from its stowage position, carefully release the rubber strap from the bracket. Turn the thumb screw counterclockwise to loosen jack and then remove it from the bracket. WARNING! Always store the jack, lug wrench, jack handle driver, jack extension, and spare, flat or damaged tire securely in the proper place.
Page 213: Spare Tire Location
Spare Tire Location To remove the spare tire from the carrier, remove the tire cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench turning them counterclockwise. If equipped with an anti-theft lug nut (A), use the “Key” (B) and the lug wrench.
Page 214 214 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Get everyone out of the vehicle before you jack it up. If the jack should fall, someone in the vehicle could be hurt. • Block tire diagonally oppo- site tire to be changed to pre- vent forward and backward vehicle movement.
Page 215 5. Use a clockwise rotation to raise the jack. Raise vehicle just enough to be able to remove flat tire and install spare tire. 6. Remove lug nuts and wheel. 7. Position spare wheel/tire on vehicle and install lug nuts with cone-shaped end toward wheel. Lightly tighten nuts clockwise.
Page 216: Jump Starting
216 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • Apply the parking brake firmly before jacking. • Always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being raised.
Page 217 Set the parking brake, place an automatic transmission in P (Park) (or N (Neutral) for a manual transmission). Turn off lights, heater, and other electrical loads. Observe charge indicator in the battery. If indicator is light or yellow, replace the battery. CAUTION! Use the “Jump Starting”...
Page 218 218 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not connect the cable to the negative terminal of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode. • During cold weather when temperatures are be- low freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged battery may freeze.
Page 219: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 219 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE The manufacturer recommends towing with all four wheels off the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised and the other end on a towing dolly.
Page 221: Maintaining Your Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 2.4L Engine ......223 4.0L Engine ......224 Onboard Diagnostic System —...
Page 222 222 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers ....238 Exhaust System ..... . 238 Cooling System .
Page 223: 2.4L Engine
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 223 2.4L ENGINE...
Page 224: L Engine
224 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4.0L ENGINE...
Page 225: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis- sions well within current government regulations.
Page 226: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
226 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system. Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. For states which have an I/M (Inspection and Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,...
Page 227: Replacement Parts
If your OBD system is not ready, you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD system to update.
Page 228: Maintenance Procedures
228 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only that service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Page 229 CAUTION! Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine. Change Engine Oil Road conditions as well as your kind of driving affect the interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the following to determine if any apply to you: •...
Page 230 230 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum protection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- tified and meet the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol This symbol means that the oil has...
Page 231: Drive Belts - Check Condition And Tension
4.0L Engines Materials Added To Engine Oils The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad- dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and it’s performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- tives.
Page 232: Spark Plugs
232 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Inspect the drive belt for evidence of cuts, cracks, or glazing and replace them if there is any sign of damage which could result in belt failure. If adjustment is re- quired, adjust the belts according to the specifications and procedures shown in the Service Manual.
Page 233: Engine Timing Belt - 2.4L Engine
WARNING! A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over materials that can burn. Such materials might be grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex- haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can contact any- thing that can burn.
Page 234: Crankcase Emission Control System
234 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Crankcase Emission Control System Proper operation of this system depends on freedom from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle mileage builds up, the PCV valve and passages may accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly, replace it with a new valve.
Page 235: Air Conditioner Maintenance
To determine the battery charge, check the battery test indicator (if equipped) on top of the battery. Refer to the illustration. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 235 CAUTION! It is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post.
Page 236: Power Steering Fluid Check
236 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. •...
Page 237: Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all surfaces. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication U-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require lubrication.
Page 238: Windshield Washers
238 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washers The fluid reservoir in the engine compartment should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield antifreeze (not radiator anti- freeze) rated not to freeze at -25°F (-31°C). Operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
Page 239: Cooling System
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have an authorized technician inspect the complete ex- haust system and adjacent body areas for broken, dam- aged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Page 240 240 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Coolant Disposal Used ethylene glycol based engine coolant is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. Do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
Page 241 Adding Coolant When adding coolant, a minimum solution of recom- mended 50% ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant in water should be used. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below -37°F (-38°C) are anticipated. Use only high purity water such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/antifreeze solution.
Page 242: Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
242 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE service attendant of this. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional coolant is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill.
Page 243: Brake System
Pay particular attention to the hoses nearest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Inspect hose rout- ing to be sure hoses do not touch any heat source or moving component that may cause heat damage or mechanical wear. Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or collapsed.
Page 244 244 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure. You could have an accident. If you see any signs of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake hoses replaced immediately. Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services, or immediately if the BRAKE warning light shows system failure Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before...
Page 245: Automatic Transmission
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed container to avoid contamination from foreign matter. Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate the brake fluid as seal damage will result. Automatic Transmission Selection of Lubricant It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor- mance.
Page 246: Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission
246 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a minimum of 60 seconds. 3. Fully apply parking brake. 4. Apply the brakes and shift the transmission into P (Park). 5. The fluid MUST be checked with the transmission in P (Park) to be sure that the fluid level is accurate.
Page 247: Transfer Case
Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16” (4.76 mm) below the bottom of the hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of...
Page 248: Front/Rear Axle Fluid
248 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! When replacing plugs, do not overtighten. You could damage them and cause them to leak. Selection of Lubricant Use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid, refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid type. Front/Rear Axle Fluid Fluid Level Check Lubricant should be at bottom edge of the oil fill hole.
Page 249 The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. The most common causes are: •...
Page 250 250 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models CAUTION! To maintain the appearance of your vehicle’s interior trim and top, follow these precautions: • Avoid leaving your vehicle unattended with the top down, as exposure to sun or rain may damage interior trim.
Page 251 3. Always rinse thoroughly with cold water, then wipe with a soft and slightly moist, clean cloth. 4. When removing frost, snow or ice, never use a scraper or de-icing chemicals. Use warm water only if you must clean the window quickly. 5.
Page 252 252 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Use Mopar Touch Up Paint on scratches or chips as soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your vehicle. • Aluminum wheels should be cleaned regularly with mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 253 WARNING! Only remove the carpet for cleaning purposes. It provides insulation against high floor pan tempera- tures. You or your passengers could be burned if the carpet is not properly in place. Always put the carpet back into the vehicle before driving. Follow These Steps To Remove The Carpet: 1.
Page 254: Fuse Panel
254 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance After Off-Road Driving After extended operation in mud, sand or water, or similar dirty conditions, have your brake drums, brake linings, and axle joints inspected and cleaned as soon as possible. This will prevent any abrasive material from causing excessive wear or unpredictable braking action.
Page 255 To access the fuse panel the glove box must be removed. It is removed by slipping the glove box strap off the hook and letting the door roll down off its hinges. To reinstall, position the glove box door at an 8 o’clock orientation, engage the hinge hook formations on the lower edge of the glove box door with the hinge pins on the lower edge of the instrument panel.
Page 256: Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)
256 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center) Your vehicle is equipped with an electrical power distri- bution center located in the engine compartment near the battery. This power center houses plug-in “Cartridge” fuses, ISO relays, and Mini (Micro) fuses. A label inside the latching cover of the center identifies each component for ease of replacement, if necessary.
Page 257: Replacement Bulbs - If Equipped
REPLACEMENT BULBS — IF EQUIPPED Interior Lights Auto. Trans. Indicator Light ....658 Courtesy Lights, Under Dash (1) ....906 Heater Control Lights (2) .
Page 258: Fluid Capacities
258 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES Fuel (Approximate) Engine Oil with Filter 2.4 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-30, API Certified Engine Oil) 4.0 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified Engine Oil) Cooling System * 2.4 Liter Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula) 4.0 Liter Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula)
Page 259: Recommended Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Or- ganic Additive Technology) Engine Oil API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil is recommended for the 2.4L engine. API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil is recommended for the 4.0L engine.
Page 260: Chassis
260 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Transfer Case Axle Differential (front-rear) Brake Master Cylinder Power Steering Reservoir Steering Gear & Linkage, Ball Joints, Prop Shafts & Yokes, Wheel Bearings Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant or equivalent.
Page 261 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS Emission Control System Maintenance ..262 Maintenance Schedules ....262 Schedule “B” ......265 Schedule “A”...
Page 262: Emission Control System Maintenance
262 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed in bold type must be done at the times or mileages specified to assure the continued proper functioning of the emission control system. These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide best vehicle performance and reliability.
Page 263 NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions listed for Schedule “B.” Second is Schedule “A”. It is for vehicles that are not operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched- ule “B.” Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi- tions.
Page 264 264 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES • Rotate the tires at each oil change interval shown on Schedule “A” 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or every other interval shown on Schedule “B” 6,000 miles (10 000 km). • After completion of off-road operation, the underside of the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected.
Page 265: Schedule "B" 265
Schedule “B” Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle under one or more of the following conditions. • Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C) • Stop and go driving • Excessive engine idling • Driving in dusty conditions •...
Page 266 266 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Replace the spark plugs. Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints.
Page 267 Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed.
Page 268 268 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Inspect the ignition cables, and replace if neces- sary (2.4L Only). Replace the spark plugs.
Page 269 Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed.
Page 270 270 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Replace the spark plugs. Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints.
Page 271 Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Inspect the brake linings. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed.
Page 272 272 SCHEDULE “B” Miles (Kilometers) Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if necessary. Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the ignition cables, and replace if neces- sary (2.4L Only).
Page 273 ‡Off-highway operation, trailer towing, taxi, limousine, bus, snow plowing, or other types of commercial service or prolonged operation with heavy loading, especially in SCHEDULE “B” 273 hot weather, require front and rear axle service indicated with a ‡ in Schedule “B”. Perform these services if the vehicle is usually operated under these conditions.
Page 274: Schedule "A
274 SCHEDULE “A” Schedule “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary. Replace the spark plugs. Lubricate the steering linkage joints and outer tie rod ends. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints.
Page 275 Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Lubricate the steering linkage joints and outer tie rod ends. Inspect the brake linings. SCHEDULE “A” 275 36,000 42,000 48,000 (58 000) (67 000) (77 000) [36]...
Page 276 276 SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if nec- essary. Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Replace the ignition cables (2.4L Only). Replace the spark plugs. Lubricate the steering linkage joints and outer tie rod ends.
Page 277 Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if nec- essary. Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Replace the spark plugs. Lubricate the steering linkage joints and outer tie rod ends.
Page 278 278 SCHEDULE “A” Miles (Kilometers) [Months] Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary. Replace the ignition cables (2.4L Only). Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Replace the spark plugs. Lubricate the steering linkage joints and outer tie rod ends.
Page 279: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CONTENTS Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle ......280 Prepare For The Appointment .
Page 280: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
280 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager.
Page 281 This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance.
Page 282 282 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Service Contract You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex- pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be- hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts.
Page 283: Warranty Information
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 283 WARRANTY INFORMATION See your manufacturer’s Warranty Information Booklet for information on warranty coverage and transfer of warranty.
Page 284: Mopar Parts
284 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE MOPAR PARTS Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-...
Page 285: Publication Order Forms
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS To order the following manuals, you may use either the website or the phone numbers listed below. Visa, Mas- tercard, American Express, and Discover orders are ac- cepted. If you prefer mailing your payment, please call for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals.
Page 287 INDEX...
Page 288 288 INDEX About Your Brakes ..... . 177 Add-A-Trunk ......65 Adding Washer Fluid .
Page 289 Hoses ......243 Master Cylinder ..... . 244 Parking .
Page 290 290 INDEX Coolant Level ......241 Disposal of Used Coolant ....240 Drain, Flush, and Refill .
Page 291 Coolant Temperature Gauge ... . . 118 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge ....117 Jacking ......211 Jump Starting .
Page 292 292 INDEX Power Steering ..... . . 236 Fog Lights ......58 Folding Rear Seat .
Page 293 Hood Release ......55 Hoses ......242,243 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .
Page 294 294 INDEX Daytime Running ..... . 58 Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....57 Fog .
Page 295 Mopar Parts ......227,284 Multi-Function Control Lever ....56 New Vehicle Break-In Period .
Page 296 296 INDEX Rear Window Defroster ....154 Rear Window Features ....154 Rear Wiper/Washer .
Page 297 Sentry Key ......12 Sentry Key Programming ....13 Sentry Key Replacement .
Page 298 298 INDEX Tire and Loading Information Placard Tire Identification Number (TIN) ... 187 Tire Markings ......184 Tire Safety Information .
Page 299 Turn Signals ......58,116 Underhood Fuses ..... . . 256 Upholstery Care .

Jeep 2004 Wrangler Owner's Manual

Introduction 1

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

What to Do in Emergencies

Maintaining Your Vehicle

Quick Links

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