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Jeep Wrangler User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide 2013 Wrangler Includes Wrangler Unlimited...
  • Page 2 Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep is a registered ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES COMMAND-TRAC ® /ROCK-TRAC ® ..83 WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ....2 AXLE LOCK (TRU-LOK ®...

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment.
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Rollover Warning...
  • Page 7 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, JEEP, MOPAR, ATF+4, COMMAND-TRAC, FREEDOM TOP, ROCK-TRAC, RUBICON, SAHARA, TRU-LOK, Uconnect and WRANGLER are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2013 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 8: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE...
  • Page 11 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - O/D (Overdrive) Off Indicator - High Beam Indicator - 4WD Indicator* - Front Fog Light Indicator - Sway Bar Indicator* - Front Axle Lock Indicator* - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator - Rear Axle Lock Indicator* CRUISE - Cruise Indicator...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Swing Gate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and swing gate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and swing gate.

  • Page 13: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause you or others to be severely injured or killed when inhaled.

  • Page 14: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.

  • Page 15: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED CHILD RESTRAINTS • Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled 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. •...
  • Page 16 GETTING STARTED • The tether strap should be attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback using the most direct path. For the outboard seating positions, route the tether underneath the head rest and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat.

  • Page 17: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED Driver’s and Passenger Easy Entry Seats (Two-Door) • Push the lever on the seatback rear- ward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to tilt the entire seat forward. • To return the seat to a sitting position, rotate the seatback upright until it locks.

  • Page 19: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS Folding Rear Seat • Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily. To Fold The Rear Seat • Lift the seatback release lever and fold the seatback forward (two-door models). •...

  • Page 20: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT STEERING COLUMN • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. • With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired.

  • Page 21: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The controls for front heated seats are located near the bottom center of the instrument panel (below the heater/air conditioning controls). • Press the switch once to select High- level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating.

  • Page 22: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
  • Page 23 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Headlights/Parking Lights/Automatic Headlights • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights , the second detent for headlights , and the third detent for AUTO. • When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient light levels.

  • Page 24: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.

  • Page 25: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The Electronic Speed Control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF switch to activate the Speed Control. • The cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.

  • Page 26: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • Recirculation is allowed in floor mode. • Recirculation is allowed in defrost/floor (mix modes) for approximately five minutes. Heated Mirrors •...

  • Page 27: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position. • Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Conditioning (A/C) •...

  • Page 28: Sunrider® And Soft Top

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SUNRIDER® AND SOFT TOP 2–Door Sunrider® Down • Follow these simple steps to open the Sunrider ® feature. 1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 2. Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame. 3.
  • Page 29 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the material is folded back as shown. 5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap the straps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other side. 6.
  • Page 30 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 2–Door Soft Top Down • Follow these simple steps to lower the 2–door soft top. 1. Remove the side and back windows. 2. Remove rear corner panels. 3. Release header latches from the wind- shield frame. 4. Release the Sunrider ®...
  • Page 31 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Open the swing gate and lower the top. NOTE: Ensure the fabric does not overhang the sides of the vehicle. • To raise the soft top, perform the above steps in the opposite order. 4–Door Sunrider® Down •...
  • Page 32 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Fold the top so that the material forms a "W" as shown. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. 5. Fold back the front section of the top and gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck.
  • Page 33 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4–Door Soft Top Down • Follow these simple steps to lower the 4–door soft top. 1. Remove the side and back windows. 2. Remove rear corner panels. 3. Release header latches from the wind- shield frame. 4. Fold header rearward, pulling the fabric to the rear.
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Fold the top so that the material forms a "W" as shown. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. 6. Release Sunrider latch (both sides). ® 7. Open the swing gate and lower the top. NOTE: Ensure the fabric does not overhang the sides of the vehicle.
  • Page 35 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car wash. Window scratches and wax buildup may result. • Do not lower the top when the temperature is below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result. •...

  • Page 36: Hard Top And Freedom Top

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE HARD TOP AND FREEDOM TOP® Freedom Top® Removal • Follow these simple steps to remove the front panels. 1. Fold down the sun visor, and move it to the side. 2. Turn the rear fasteners (knobs) (located on the overhead speaker bar assembly) counterclockwise until they can be removed.
  • Page 37 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Turn the rear L-shaped lock (located above the shoulder belt anchorage). 5. Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of the windshield. 6. Remove the left-hand panel. • To remove the right panel, follow the steps above except for Step 3.
  • Page 38 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Hard Top Removal • Follow these simple steps to remove the hard top. 1. Remove both front panels. Refer to “Front Panel(s) Removal” above. 2. Open both doors. 3. Remove the two Torx ® head screws that secure the hard top at the B-pillar (near the top of the door) using a #40 Torx ®...

  • Page 39: Dual Top - If Equipped

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DUAL TOP — IF EQUIPPED • If your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Top, you must remove one of the tops from the vehicle. • 2 Door - If the soft top is removed, the pivot brackets must also be removed from the sport bar.

  • Page 40: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 42: Uconnect ® 130

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 130 NOTE: Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting •...
  • Page 43 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade • Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to select the desired setting. Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM or FM bands. •...

  • Page 44: Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 130 WITH SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect ® Voice Command and Uconnect ® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade • Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to select the desired setting. Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. •...
  • Page 46 ELECTRONICS CD/DISC Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through CD tracks. • Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. SET/RND Button (Random Play) • Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. • This feature plays the selections on the CD in random order to provide an interesting change of pace.

  • Page 47: Uconnect ® 230

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 230 NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect ® Voice Command and Uconnect ® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade • Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to select the desired setting. Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. •...
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS CD/DISC Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through CD tracks. • Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. LIST Button • Press the “LIST” button to bring up a list of all folders on the CD. Scroll up or down the list by turning the “TUNE/SCROLL”...

  • Page 50: Uconnect® 430/430N

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 430/430N NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect ® Voice Command and Uconnect ® Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS Menu • Press the “MENU” hard-key to access the System Setup menu and the My Files menu. • Press the “MENU” hard-key in an active mode (SAT, CD, AUX, etc.) to change mode specific settings. Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu •...
  • Page 52 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “MEDIA” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touch-Screen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation • The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod ® , to the vehicles sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS Copying Music From USB • The USB port on the radio face plate allows you to copy files to your hard drive. To access, lift up on the cover. • Insert a USB device (e.g. thumb drive or memory stick), then select “MY MUSIC soft-key.”...
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Press the “MEDIA” hard-key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Touch the “HDD” soft-key tab. Touch the desired track soft-key to play or touch the “SEARCH/BROWSE” soft-key to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS Changing the Navigation Voice Prompt Volume 1. Program a destination. 2. While traveling on your route, touch the upper left area of the map screen where your next turn is displayed. 3. The Navigation system will then repeat the distance to your next turn. 4.
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Setting Your Home Location • From the main Navigation menu touch the “Where To?” soft-key, then touch the “Go Home” soft-key. • You may enter your address directly, use your current location as your home address, or choose from recently found locations. Edit Home Location •...
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Adding A Via Point • To add a stop between the current location and the end destination (Via Point) you must be navigating a route. • Touch the “back arrow” icon multiple times to return to the Main Navigation menu.

  • Page 60: Uconnect ® 730N

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 730N NOTE: Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting •...
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Menu • Press the “MENU” hard-key to access the System Setup menu and the My Files menu. • Press the “MENU” hard-key in an active mode (SAT, CD, AUX, etc.) to change mode specific settings. Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu •...
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO/MEDIA” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate repeatedly until AM/FM/SAT appears at the top of the screen, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 63 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “RADIO/MEDIA” hard-key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touch-Screen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation • The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod ® , to the vehicles sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS • Touch the “Add Music Files to HDD” soft-key, then touch the “From Disc” soft-key in the next screen to start the process. NOTE: • You might need to select the folder or title depending on the CD, then press “Done”...
  • Page 66 ELECTRONICS Display A Picture On The Radio Screen • Once the import is complete, the pictures will then be available in the “MY PICTURES” screen. • Press the “MENU” hard-key to access the Settings Menu, then touch the “My Files” soft-key and then touch the “My Pictures”...
  • Page 67 ELECTRONICS Cleaning Your Touch-Screen Radio • Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals directly on the screen. Use a clean and dry micro fiber lens cleaning cloth to clean the touch-screen. • If necessary, use a lint-free cloth dampened with a cleaning solution such as isopropyl alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50:50.
  • Page 68 ELECTRONICS Main Navigation Menu Finding Points Of Interest • From the NAV main menu, touch the “Points of Interest” soft-key. • Select a Category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • Select your destination and touch “GO.” Finding A Place By Entering The Street Address •...
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS Entering Your Home Location • Press the “NAV” hard-key on the right side of the radio. • From the Nav – Main Menu, touch “Guide Me Home” to enter your home address. If no home address has been set, touch “YES” to access the Enter Home Address menu.
  • Page 70 ELECTRONICS Route Guidance • After starting route guidance, the system calculates the route and announces: “Follow the arrows on the display.” You will receive navigation recommendations by voice messages and screen displays. Route Options • After pressing the “OPTIONS” soft-key in the Route Guidance Menu, the following information is displayed: •...

  • Page 71: Siriusxm Satellite Radio/Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO/TRAVEL LINK • SiriusXM Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after the 1 year trial subscription included with your vehicle purchase. • SiriusXM Travel Link is only available in the United States. • The following describes features that are available when in SiriusXM Satellite Radio mode.
  • Page 72 ELECTRONICS • You will see a favorite star indicator in the upper right side of the screen below the “SAT” soft-key and a pop up will alert you that a favorite song or artist is currently playing on one of the SiriusXM satellite radio channels. NOTE: Refer to your Uconnect ®...
  • Page 73 ELECTRONICS Replay Option Option Description Fast Forward/FW Forwards the content, and works similarly to Rewind/RW. However, Fast Forward/FW can only be used when content has been previously rewound. Replay Time Displays the amount of time in the upper center of the screen by which your content lags the live channel.

  • Page 74: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steer- ing wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.

  • Page 75: Uconnect® Phone

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: The USB port supports certain Mini, Classic, Nano, Touch, and iPhone ® devices. The USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class memory devices. For supported audio file formats, refer to the USB Port section in the Owner's Manual on the DVD.
  • Page 76 ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE: • Pairing is a one - time initial setup before using the phone. • Prior to starting the pairing procedure ensure all additional phones within the vehicle have their Bluetooth ® disabled. • Press the “Phone” button to begin.
  • Page 77 ELECTRONICS Phonebook Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone • If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect Phone automati- ® cally downloads names (text names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s phonebook. Specific Bluetooth ® Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may support this feature.

  • Page 78: Uconnect® Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone During Call • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button • After the BEEP, say “mute” (or “mute off”). Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button •...
  • Page 79 ELECTRONICS NOTE: Visit http://www.driveuconnect.com/features/voiceCommand/ for more info on which voice command features apply to your vehicle. • Start a dialogue by pressing the “Voice Command” button , you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. Below are a list of voice commands for each of the different modes.
  • Page 80 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. The following are common voice commands for this mode: “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording.

  • Page 81: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio

    ELECTRONICS Bluetooth® STREAMING AUDIO • If equipped with Uconnect ® Voice Command, your Bluetooth-equipped iPod devices, cell phones or other ® media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicles speak- ers. Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your radio (see Uconnect Phone for...

  • Page 82: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS • The ECO message will appear in your EVIC display whenever you are driving in a fuel efficient manner. • This feature allows you to monitor when you are driving in a fuel efficient manner, and it can be used to modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy. PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) •...

  • Page 83: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS POWER INVERTER • A 115 Volt, 150 Watt AC power inverter is located on the front of the center console. • This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power de- vices requiring power up to 150 Watts. •...

  • Page 84: Power Outlets

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLETS • There are three possible 12–Volt Power Outlets in this vehicle. • The front power outlet, located in the lower portion of the instrument panel, is powered when the key is in the ON or ACC position. •...

  • Page 85: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES COMMAND-TRAC®/ROCK-TRAC® • The transfer case provides four mode positions: 2H (Two-wheel drive high range), 4H (Four-wheel drive high range), N (Neutral), and 4L (Four- wheel drive low range). • The transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2H position for normal street and highway conditions such as hard-surfaced roads.

  • Page 86: Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect - Rubicon Only

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES ELECTRONIC SWAY BAR DISCONNECT – RUBICON ONLY Off-Road • This feature will only activate when the following conditions are met: • Key in Run positon, vehicle in 4L (Low) or 4H (High) range. • Vehicle speed under 18 mph. •...

  • Page 87: Utility

    UTILITY...
  • Page 88 UTILITY...

  • Page 89: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY...
  • Page 90 UTILITY Recreational Towing – Four-Wheel Drive Models NOTE: The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N), automatic transmission must be shifted into PARK, and manual transmission must be placed in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL) for recreational towing. Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing.
  • Page 91 UTILITY Shifting Out of NEUTRAL (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for normal usage. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it connected to the tow vehicle. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position. 4.
  • Page 92 UTILITY CAUTION! • It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts. • Damage to the transmission may occur if the transmission is shifted into PARK with the transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running.

  • Page 93: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your location, including the telephone number from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 94 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR. NOTE: AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
  • Page 95 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Engine Temperature Warning Light • This light warns of an overheated engine condition. • If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle.
  • Page 96 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Charging System Light • This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. •...
  • Page 97 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES OIL CHANGE EVIC INDICATOR Message • If an “oil change” message (shown as "Change Oil Soon" and "Oil Change Needed") appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change. Resetting The Light After Servicing •...

  • Page 98: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 99: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • The jack and lug wrench are located in the rear storage compartment. NOTE: Turn the black plastic wing nut counter clockwise to loosen the jack from the storage bin. Spare Tire Stowage •...
  • Page 100 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions 1. Remove the spare tire, jack and tools from the stored location. 2. Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
  • Page 101 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 10. Remove the jack assembly and wheel blocks. 11. Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper locations. 12. Remove blocks from wheels. Road Tire Installation 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2.
  • Page 102 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. •...

  • Page 103: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING • If your vehicle has a discharged bat- tery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in an- other vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. •...
  • Page 104 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: • Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery. • Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery.

  • Page 105: Emergency Tow Hooks

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS • If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are mounted in the front and the rear. NOTE: For off-road recovery, it is recommended to use both of the front tow hooks to minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle.

  • Page 106: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE • The manufacturer requires towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. CAUTION! Towing this vehicle using any other method could result in extensive damage to the transfer case and/or transmission.

  • Page 107: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 108: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Release the two hood latches located on the left and right side of the hood. • Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood open- ing. • Push the latch to the left side of the vehicle, to open the hood.

  • Page 109: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 110: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Capacities Genuine Part Engine Coolant– We recommend you use MOPAR 10.5 Quarts (9.9 Liters) ® 3.6L Engine Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/ Includes coolant 150,000 Mile Formula OAT recovery bottle filled (Organic Additive Technology). to MAX level.
  • Page 111 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Capacities Genuine Part Power Steering We recommend you use MOPAR ® Reservoir Power Steering Fluid +4, — MOPAR ® or ATF+4 ® Automatic Transmission Fluid. 18.6 Gallons (70 Liters) Fuel Selection 2 Door 87 Octane (Approximate) 22.5 Gallons (85 Liters)

  • Page 112: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
  • Page 113 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: • Check engine oil level • Check windshield washer fluid level • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission as needed •...
  • Page 114 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 150,000 240,000 140,000 224,000 130,000 208,000 120,000 192,000 110,000 176,000 100,000 160,000 90,000 144,000 80,000 128,000 70,000 112,000 60,000 96,000 50,000 80,000 40,000 64,000 30,000 48,000 20,000 32,000...
  • Page 115 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 150,000 240,000 140,000 224,000 130,000 208,000 120,000 192,000 110,000 176,000 100,000 160,000 90,000 144,000 80,000 128,000 70,000 112,000 60,000 96,000 50,000 80,000 40,000 64,000 30,000 48,000 20,000 32,000...

  • Page 116: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 117: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 118 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description — — 30 Amp Pink Transfer Case Module — —...
  • Page 119 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Ignition Off Draw — Vehicle Entertain- ment System (IOD-VES), Satellite Digital Audio Receiver (SDARS), DVD, Hands-Free Module (HFM), RADIO, Antenna (ANT), Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO), Vanity Lamp (VANITY LP) 10 Amp Red (Ignition Off Draw) IOD-HVAC/ATC,...
  • Page 120 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description Power Window Switch/Driver Window 10 Amp Red Switch 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch Feed, Wireless Module 10 Amp Red PCM Feed/TCM 10 Amp Red Powertrain Wiper Motor Frt, J1962 Diagnostic 15 Amp Blue Feed 20 Amp Yellow Backup Lamps (B/U LAMPS)

  • Page 121: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 122: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recom- mended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”.

  • Page 123: Consumer Assistance

    • A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge websites. • Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your...

  • Page 124: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES • If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. •...

  • Page 125: Mopar Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar, visit your local Jeep dealership or online at mopar.com.

  • Page 126: Index

    INDEX Airbag ....12 Engine Air Conditioning ... .25 Break-In Recommendations . . .20 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .
  • Page 127 INDEX Jack Operation ...97, 98 Rain Sensitive Wiper System ..22 Jump Starting ... . .101 Rear Seat, Folding ...17 Recreational Towing .
  • Page 128 INDEX Tow Hooks, Emergency ..103 Volume Towing ....85 Navigation Voice Prompt . . .55, 65 Disabled Vehicle ..104 Recreational .

  • Page 129: Faq (How To?)

    FAQ (How To?) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 13 • How do I adjust the height of my Front Seat? pg. 15 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • How do I operate my Soft Top? pg. 26 •...
  • Page 130 • How do I shift into different four-wheel drive selections? pg. 83 UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Wrangler? pg. 85 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 91 •...

  • Page 131: Driving And Alcohol

    This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect...
  • Page 132 Download a free Vehicle Information App by visiting your application store, Keyword (Jeep Vehicle Info), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi.

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