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  • Page 1 2011 wrangler includes wrangler unlimited...
  • Page 2 Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. Replacement DVD kits may is a registered trademark of be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep ® Chrysler Group LLC. Copyright 2010 Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES Command-Trac™/Rock-Trac™ ..46 Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC ..2 Axle Lock (Tru-Lok™) Rubicon Only . . . 46 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect – Driver Cockpit .

  • 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: Rollover Warning

    • Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. 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.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: 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** - Airbag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE - Brake Warning Light**...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Vehicle Security Indicator* - Turn Signal Indicators - O/D (Overdrive) Off Indicator - High Beam Indicator - 4WD Indicator* - Front Fog Light Indicator - Sway Bar Indicator* - Front Axle Lock Indicator* - Cruise Indicator - Rear Axle Lock Indicator* Odometer Messages ECO - Fuel Saver Indicator Off...

  • Page 10: 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 11: 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 12: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Airbags

    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 13: 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 14: Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts

    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 15: 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 16: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED Driver’s and Passenger Easy Entry Seats (Two-Door) • Push the lever on the seatback rearward (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. Push the seat rearward until the track locks.

  • Page 17: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED • Slowly flip the entire seat (two-door models) forward. • Locate the pull strap, located on the outboard side of the seat, and pull it toward you until the seatback releases (four-door models). To Raise The Rear Seat •...

  • Page 18: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving, or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your vehicle.

  • Page 19: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER 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 20: 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 21: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The 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 22: 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 not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation •...

  • Page 23: Soft Top And Sunrider

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off. • If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically. ®...
  • Page 24 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 26 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 27 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE...
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  • Page 30: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 31 ELECTRONICS...

  • Page 32: Non-Touch-Screen Radios

    ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES + RSC)

  • Page 33: Audio Settings

    ELECTRONICS Media Center 230 (Sales Code REQ) NOTE: Your radio may not be equipped with Voice Command or Uconnect™ Phone. To determine if your radio has this feature, 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 34: Clock Setting

    ELECTRONICS Audio Jack • The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. •...

  • Page 35: Touch-Screen Radio

    ELECTRONICS TOUCH-SCREEN RADIO Media Center 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD (Sales Code RBZ/RHB) NOTE: Your radio may not be equipped with Uconnect Voice Command or Uconnect Phone. To determine if your radio has this feature, 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 36 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack • The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. •...

  • Page 37: Usb Port

    ELECTRONICS Copy Pictures To The Hard-Drive • Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures in JPEG format into the USB port on the radio face. • Touch the MY FILES soft-key, then go to the MANAGE MY FILES screen. •...
  • Page 38 ELECTRONICS New Destination • Touch the NAV soft-key in the upper-right corner of your radio screen, to access the Navigation system. • Touch the Where To? soft-key to program a destination. • Next touch one of the subcategories to search for your destination. Address, Points of Interest, Recently Found, Favorites and Intersection are a few of the options.

  • Page 39: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS SIRIUS Travel Link (Media Center 430N Only) • To access SIRIUS Travel Link, press the MENU hard-key then touch the Travel Link soft-key. NOTE: SIRIUS Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase. •...

  • Page 40: Uconnect™ Phone

    NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile, Version 0.96 or higher. For Uconnect™ customer support, call 1–877–855–8400 or visit jeep.com/uconnect for Jeep vehicles, dodge.com/uconnect for Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles, or chrysler.com/uconnect for Chrysler vehicles.
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS Phonebook Edit • Press the Phone button • (After the BEEP), say “phonebook”. • (After the BEEP), say “new entry” or “list names” or “delete”. • Follow the prompts. Receiving A Call – Accept (And End) • When an incoming call rings/is announced on Uconnect™, press the Phone button •...

  • Page 42: Uconnect™ Voice Command

    • It also allows you to respond by selecting from various pre-defined phrases. • Not all phones are compatible with this feature. Refer to the phone compatibility list at jeep.com/uconnect for Jeep vehicles, dodge.com/uconnect for Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles, or chrysler.com/uconnect for Chrysler vehicles. Connected mobile phones must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your radio.

  • Page 43: Ipod ® Control

    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. Refer to www.jeep.com/uconnect website for a list ®...

  • Page 44: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ® Bluetooth Streaming Audio (Media Center 430/430N/230/130 only) ® If equipped with Uconnect™ Voice Command, your bluetooth-equipped iPod devices, cellphones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's speakers. Your connected device must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your Media Center radio (see Uconnect™...

  • Page 45: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) – If Equipped • The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays, then press the DOWN button to scroll through the settings. Press the SELECT button to change the setting.

  • Page 46: 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 devices requiring power up to 150 Watts. NOTE: The power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection.

  • Page 47: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • 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 48: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES COMMAND-TRAC™/ NOTE: To enhance off-road performance in 4L mode, manual transmission vehicles ROCK-TRAC™ will start regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal is depressed. AXLE LOCK (TRU-LOK™) RUBICON ONLY • The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls.

  • Page 49: Utility

    UTILITY...
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  • Page 51 UTILITY...

  • Page 52: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING Towing - Four-Wheel Drive Models (BEHIND MOTORHOME) • Turn off engine and depress brake pedal. Towing - Two-Wheel Drive • Shift automatic transmission into Models NEUTRAL or depress clutch pedal on • Recreational towing with all four manual transmission.

  • Page 53: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 54 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.

  • Page 55: Charging System Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) •...

  • Page 56: Airbag Warning Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. • If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position;...

  • Page 57: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Continued operation with the Transmission Temperature HOTOIL Warning message illuminated could cause the fluid to boil over, come into contact with the hot engine or exhaust components causing a fire that may result in personal injury.

  • Page 58: 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. Spare Tire Stowage • Remove the tire cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench turning them counterclockwise.

  • Page 59: Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions • Remove the spare tire, jack and tools from the stored location. • Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. •...

  • Page 60: Jump-Starting

    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 61: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations for Jump-Start • The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. • Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.

  • Page 62: Emergency Tow Hooks

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! (Continued) • Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.

  • Page 63: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. • Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury. SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE •...

  • Page 64: 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 65: 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 opening. • Push the latch to the left side of the vehicle, to open the hood.

  • Page 66: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 67: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities ® 13 Quarts (12 Liters) Engine Coolant MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant Five 3.8L Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT Includes heater and (Hybrid Organic Additive coolant recovery bottle Technology) or equivalent. filled to MAX level.

  • Page 68: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 69 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 70: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months 48,000 Miles...

  • Page 71: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (fuses)
  • Page 72 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. Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse — — 30 Amp Pink Transfer Case Module — —...
  • Page 73 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw — Vehicle Entertainment 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, MW SENSR, Underhood...

  • Page 74: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump (FUEL PUMP), Diesel Lift Pump (DSL LIFT PUMP) — Export Only — — 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch Feed, Wireless Module 10 Amp Red PCM Feed/TCM —...

  • Page 75: 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 recommended 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 76: Consumer Assistance

    (no P.O. Boxes). NOTE: • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge websites. • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then select your desired model year and vehicle...

  • Page 77: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY In Canada DEFECTS IN THE 50 • If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the UNITED STATES AND Customer Service Department WASHINGTON, D.C. immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to •...

  • Page 78: Mopar Accessories Mopar Accessories

    MOPAR ACCESSORIES ® • The following highlights just some of the Authentic Jeep Accessories by MOPAR that have been engineered to customize your Jeep Wrangler. • To see the full line of accessories, stop by your dealer or visit MOPAR.com.

  • Page 79: Index

    INDEX Air Conditioning ... . . 20 Fog Lights ....17 Airbag ....10 Folding Rear Seat .
  • Page 80 INDEX Oil Change Indicator ..54 Store Radio Presets ..34 Oil, Engine Supplemental Restraint Capacity ....65 System - Airbag .
  • Page 81 NOTES...
  • Page 82 NOTES...
  • Page 83 Driving and Alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
  • Page 84 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/Media Center...

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