Shifting Procedure; Trac-Lok Rear Axle - If Equipped; Axle Lock (Tru-Lok ) - Rubicon Models - Jeep 2013 Wrangler Owner's Manual

NOTE:
When in 4WD, the "ESC Off Indicator Light"
will display in the instrument cluster.

Shifting Procedure

2H to 4H or 4H to 2H
Shifting between 2H and 4H can be made with
the vehicle stopped or in motion. With the
vehicle in motion, the transfer case will engage/
disengage faster if you momentarily release the
accelerator pedal after completing the shift.
Apply a constant force when shifting the trans-
fer case lever.
4H to 4L or 4L to 4H
With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to
5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission into
NEUTRAL (N), or press the clutch pedal on a
manual transmission. While the vehicle is
coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the
transfer case lever firmly to the desired position.
Do not pause with the transfer case in N (Neu-
tral). Once the shift is completed, place the
automatic transmission into DRIVE or release
the clutch pedal on a manual transmission.
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NOTE:
Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the
vehicle completely stopped; however, diffi-
culty may occur due to the mating teeth not
being properly aligned. Several attempts
may be required for clutch teeth alignment
and shift completion to occur. The preferred
method is with the vehicle rolling at 2 to
3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). Avoid attempting to
engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle
moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).
WARNING!
Failure to engage a position completely can
cause transfer case damage or loss of power
and vehicle control. You could have a colli-
sion. Do not drive the vehicle unless the
transfer case is fully engaged.
TRAC-LOK REAR AXLE — IF
EQUIPPED
The Trac-Lok rear axle provides a constant
driving force to both rear wheels and reduces
wheel spin caused by the loss of traction at one
driving wheel. If traction differs between the two
rear wheels, the differential automatically pro-
portions the usable torque by providing more
torque to the wheel that has traction.
Trac-Lok is especially helpful during slippery
driving conditions. With both rear wheels on a
slippery surface, a slight application of the ac-
celerator will supply maximum traction.
WARNING!
On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip dif-
ferential, 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.
AXLE LOCK (TRU–LOK ) —
RUBICON MODELS
The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instru-
ment panel (to the left of the steering column).