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  • Page 1 WRA NG LER 2016 US E R GUI DE...
  • Page 2 If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary the road.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    JEEP® PERFORMANCE PARTS CENTER (EVIC) ....86 AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES AND JEEP PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ..88 PERFORMANCE PARTS BY MOPAR . . 141 POWER INVERTER .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC (“FCA US”) vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new FCA US vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR ® parts, and cares about your satisfaction. VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc.
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Rollover Warning...
  • Page 7 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your Jeep ® vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares ®...

  • Page 8: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 28 2. Instrument Cluster pg. 8 3. Wiper/Washer Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 30 4. Audio System pg. 54 5. Power Windows 6. Glove Compartment 7. Climate Controls pg. 35...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 8. Switch Panel • Heated Seats pg. 27 • Hazard Warning Light • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF pg. 104 9. Shift Lever 10. Speed Control pg. 32 11. Ignition Switch 12. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 86 13.

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Fuel Filler Door Location 2. Fuel Gauge 3. Speedometer (See page 101 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights.)
  • Page 11 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4. Tachometer 5. Engine Temperature Gauge (See page 106 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights.)

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Swing Gate • Push the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and swing gate. Push 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: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED REMOTE START • Push the REMOTE START button on the Key Fob twice within five seconds. Pushing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the engine off. • To drive the vehicle, push the UNLOCK button, insert the key in the ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.

  • Page 14: Seat Belt Systems

    GETTING STARTED To Disarm The System: Push the Key Fob UNLOCK button or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not.

  • Page 15: 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 properly buckled up. 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 16 GETTING STARTED Advanced Front Air Bags • This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision. •...
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED Supplemental Side Air Bags • This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs) that are located in the outboard side of the front seats. The SABs are marked with a SRS AIRBAG or AIRBAG label sewn into the outboard side of the seats. •...
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED Air Bag Warning Light • The air bags must be ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and intercon- necting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components. •...

  • Page 19: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED LATCH – Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (Two Door Models) • Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. • All rear seating positions have lower anchors and top tether anchors. LATCH Weight Limit You may use the LATCH anchorage sys- tem until the combined weight of the...
  • Page 21 GETTING STARTED Center Seat LATCH (Two-Door Models) WARNING! This vehicle does not have a center seating position. Do not use the center lower LATCH anchorages to install a child seat in the center of the back seat. Center Seat LATCH (Four-Door Models) Do not install child restraints with rigid lower attachments in the center seating position.
  • Page 22 GETTING STARTED Tether Anchorage Weight Limit Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint. To Install A Child Seat Using An ALR: 1.
  • Page 23 GETTING STARTED 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage and remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Tether Strap Mounting (Two-Door Models) Tether Strap Mounting (Four-Door Models) WARNING! •...

  • Page 24: Head Restraints

    GETTING STARTED HEAD RESTRAINTS Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be properly installed and adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat.

  • Page 25: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Do not drive the vehicle without the rear seat head restraints installed while passengers are occupying the rear seat. In a collision, people riding in this area without the head restraints installed are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
  • Page 26 GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 27: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat — Two-Door Models Pull upward on the recline lever (toward the rear of the vehicle) and slide the entire seat forward. To return the seat to a sitting position, rotate the seatback upright until it locks and push the seat rearward until the track locks.

  • Page 28: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be severely injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

  • Page 29: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS On some models, the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver and passenger to operate the seats independently.

  • Page 30: 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. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
  • Page 31 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are • Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting.

  • Page 32: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent set- tings for low-speed wiper operation. Ro- tate the end of the lever upward to the third detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation.
  • Page 33 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before and during windshield washer use.

  • Page 34: Electronic Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Electronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple...
  • Page 35 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed from memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed from memory.
  • Page 36 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for more information.

  • Page 37: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Climate Controls 1 — Rotate Blower Control 4 — Push A/C Button 2 — Push Air Recirculation Button 5 — Rotate Mode Control 3 — Rotate Temperature Control 6 — Push Rear Window Defroster Button Air Recirculation Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

  • Page 38: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Temperature Controls 1 — Rotate Blower Control 4 — Push A/C Button 2 — Push Air Recirculation Button 5 — Rotate Mode Control 3 — Rotate Temperature Control 6 — Push Rear Window Defroster But- Automatic Operation •...

  • Page 39: Sunrider And Soft Top

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SUNRIDER AND SOFT TOP Two Door Sunrider Open 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. Step 2 3.
  • Page 40 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the material is folded back as shown. Step 4 5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap the straps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other side. 6.
  • Page 41 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Two Door Soft Top Down Follow these simple steps to lower the Two Door soft top. 1. Remove the side and back windows. Step 1 2. Fold and place the Sail Panels on top of your Wrangler. Step 2...
  • Page 42 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Release header latches from the windshield frame. Step 3 4. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid rearward over the Sunrider link to lock in the link (Sunrider Models only). Step 4...
  • Page 43 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Release the Sunrider latch (both sides). Step 5 6. 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.
  • Page 44 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Four 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. Step 2 3.
  • Page 45 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. Step 4 5. Fold back the front section of the top and gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck.
  • Page 46 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Secure the top by using the two provided straps. Each strap will wrap around the side bow and Velcro to itself; use one strap on each side of the vehicle. NOTE: • Failure to fold the fabric rearward will allow the material to sag and may block the rearview mirror.
  • Page 47 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Fold and place the Sail Panels on top of your Wrangler. Step 2 3. Release header latches from the windshield frame. Step 3...
  • Page 48 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Fold header rearward, pulling the fabric to the rear. Step 4 5. Fold the top so that the material forms a "W" as shown. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. Step 5...
  • Page 49 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Release Sunrider latch (both sides). Step 6 Step 6...
  • Page 50 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 7. 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. Step 7 CAUTION! •...

  • Page 51: 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 52 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Turn the rear L-shaped lock (located above the shoulder belt anchorage). Step 4 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 53 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 head driver (Four–Door Only).

  • Page 54: 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. • Two Door - If the soft top is removed, the pivot brackets must also be removed from the sport bar.

  • Page 55: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together.

  • Page 56: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. Uconnect Voice Command Button pg. 83 2. Uconnect Phone Button pg. 80 3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left – Behind Steering Wheel) pg. 79 4. Volume Knob/ON Button 5. Eject Button...
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS 6. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right – Behind Steering Wheel) pg. 79 7. Uconnect Radio pg. 56 8. Tune/Scroll Knob/Browse/Enter Button 9. Audio Jack pg. 79 10. USB Port (Inside Console) pg. 79...

  • Page 58: Uconnect 130

    ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 130 Uconnect 130 1 — CD Eject Button 9 — Set Clock Button 2 — Seek Down Button 10 — Audio Settings/Rotate To Tune 3 — Seek Up Button 11 — Radio Sales Code 4 — AM/FM Button 12 —...
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS 5. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save the changes. 6. Push any button/knob or wait five seconds to exit. Equalizer, Balance And Fade 1. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and “BASS” will display. 2. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting. 3.

  • Page 60: Uconnect 130 With Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 130 WITH SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO Uconnect 130 With SiriusXM Satellite Radio 1 — CD Eject Button 12 — Audio Jack 2 — Seek Down Button 13 — Set Preset/CD Random Play 3 — Seek Up Button 14 — Station Preset Buttons 4 —...
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours. 3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink. 4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. 5.
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Satellite Radio SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial included with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel.

  • Page 63: Uconnect 230

    ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 230 Uconnect 230 1 — CD Eject Button 13 — Audio Jack 2 — Seek Down Button 14 — Radio Sales Code 3 — Seek Up Button 15 — AUX Mode Button 4 — Scan Radio Stations Button 16 —...
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours. 3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink. 4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. 5.
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Satellite Radio SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial included with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel.

  • Page 66: Uconnect 430/430N

    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 vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 67 ELECTRONICS NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect Voice Command and Uconnect Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, push 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 68 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu • Push the AUDIO button on the face- plate on the right side of the radio. • Use either the “arrow” buttons on the touchscreen or the sliders to adjust BASS, MID, and/or TREBLE. •...
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Radio Operation 1 — Radio Tuner Tabs 6 — Station Scan 2 — Individual Presets 7 — Seek Down 3 — Search/Browse 8 — Direct Tune 4 — Radio Station/Track Info 9 — Seek Up 5 — Sort Presets •...
  • Page 70 ELECTRONICS • Once the desired station is found, press and hold one of the “PRESETS” buttons on the touchscreen in the list to the right, until the preset key flashes and the station text on the button on the touchscreen changes. NOTE: If the Presets are not visible on the right side of the screen, press the “PRESETS”...
  • Page 71 ELECTRONICS Insert A CD/DVD Disc • To insert a disc, push the LOAD button on the faceplate. • With the printed side upwards, insert the disc into the disc slot of the radio. The radio pulls the disc in automatically and closes the flip screen. The radio selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized, and starts playing the first track.
  • Page 72 ELECTRONICS Copying Music From CD • Push the LOAD button on the faceplate. • Insert a disc, then push the MY FILES button on the faceplate. Select the “MY MUSIC” button on the touchscreen. • Press the “Add Music Files to HDD” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Disc”...
  • Page 73 ELECTRONICS • Press the desired pictures or press the “All” button on the touchscreen for all pictures. Confirm your selections by pressing the “SAVE” button on the touchscreen. NOTE: The copy progress is shown in the lower left corner of the screen. Copying Pictures To The HDD Display A Picture On The Radio Screen •...
  • Page 74 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Push the MEDIA button on the faceplate to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Press the “HDD” button on the touchscreen. Press the desired track button on the touchscreen to play or press the “SEARCH/BROWSE” button on the touchscreen to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 75 ELECTRONICS Garmin Navigation • Uconnect 430N integrates Garmin’s consumer-friendly navigation into your ve- hicle. Garmin Navigation includes a database with over six million points of interest. • Press the “NAV” button in the upper right corner of the touchscreen to access the Navigation system.
  • Page 76 ELECTRONICS Entering A Destination Address • From the main Navigation menu press the “Where To?” button on the touch- screen, then press the “Address” button on the touchscreen. • Follow the on-screen prompts to enter the address then press the “Go” button on the touchscreen.
  • Page 77 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. Following Your Route 1 —...

  • Page 78: Siriusxm Satellite Radio/Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS Taking A Detour To take a detour you must be navigating a route. • Press the “back arrow” icon button on the touchscreen multiple times to return to the Main Navigation menu. • Press the “Detour” button on the touchscreen. NOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not calculate a detour.
  • Page 79 ELECTRONICS Search/Browse • Press the “magnifying glass” button on the touchscreen to search/browse the SiriusXM channel listing by Favorites and Categories such as Song, Artist and Channel Name. The Search/Browse also allows you to manage your Favorites. SAT Browse SiriusXM Satellite Radio Favorites (SAT Favorites) •...
  • Page 80 ELECTRONICS Display SAT Favorites List • Press the “Search/Browse” button on the touchscreen and select “Favorites” from the SAT Browse screen. • Press the desired favorites button on the touchscreen to switch the SAT tuner to the corresponding channel. You may use the “LIST” button on the touchscreen to toggle between: •...

  • Page 81: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS Replay Option Option Description Replay Time Displays the amount of time in the upper center of the screen by which your content lags the live channel. Live Resumes playback of live content at any time while replaying re- wound content. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel.

  • Page 82: Uconnect Phone

    ELECTRONICS • Touchscreen Radios: To hear audio from devices connected to the USB port, push the MEDIA button on the faceplate, then press the “AUX” or “iPod” button on the touchscreen. When connected to this feature: • The iPod can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod or external devices contents.
  • Page 83 ELECTRONICS NOTE: The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands- Free Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. For Uconnect Customer Support: U.S. residents - visit UconnectPhone.com or call 1-877-855-8400. Canadian residents - visit UconnectPhone.com or call, 1-800-465-2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French).
  • Page 84 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 85: Uconnect Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle • During a call, push the “Voice Command” button • After the BEEP, say “transfer call.” Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pushing the “Phone” button , then adjust the volume during a normal call.
  • Page 86 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: “Radio AM” (to switch to the AM radio mode) “Radio FM” (to switch to the FM radio mode) “Satellite Radio” (to switch to the Satellite radio mode) “Disc” (to switch to the disc mode) Main Menu “USB”...
  • Page 87 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo.” The fol- lowing are common voice commands for this mode: “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may push the Voice Command button to stop re- cording.

  • Page 88: 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 speakers. Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your radio (see UconnectPhone.com for pairing instructions).
  • Page 89 ELECTRONICS EVIC Main Menu To step to each main menu feature, push the MENU button once for each step. A step from the last item in the list will cause the first item in the feature list to be displayed. The following features are in the Main Menu: •...

  • Page 90: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Push the MENU button until Personal Settings displays, then push the DOWN arrow button scroll through the settings. Push the RIGHT arrow button to change the setting.

  • Page 91: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS POWER INVERTER • A 115 Volt, 150 Watt AC power in- verter 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 92: Power Outlets

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLETS There are three possible 12 Volt Power Outlets in this vehicle. • The front 12 Volt power outlet is located below the climate controls in the Center Console, and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. The outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter.
  • Page 93 ELECTRONICS • On vehicles equipped with a rear subwoofer, there is also a 12 Volt power outlet located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle. This power outlet has power available directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet also may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.

  • Page 94: Off-Road Capabilities (4Wd Operation)

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES (4WD OPERATION) 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...

  • Page 95: Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Rubicon Only

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES (4WD OPERATION) AXLE LOCK (TRU-LOK) RUBICON ONLY The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument panel (to the left of the steering column). This feature will only activate when the following conditions are met: • Key in Run Position, vehicle in 4L (Low) range. •...

  • Page 96: Utility

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  • Page 100: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    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. CAUTION! • DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Towing with only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear) will cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage.
  • Page 101 UTILITY 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Press and hold the brake pedal. 3. Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL or depress the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. 4. Turn the engine OFF. 5. Shift the transfer case lever into NEUTRAL (N). 6.
  • Page 102 UTILITY NOTE: When shifting the transfer case out of NEUTRAL (N), the engine should remain OFF to avoid gear clash. 8. Shift the automatic transmission into PARK, or place manual transmission in NEUTRAL. 9. Release the brake pedal. 10. Disconnect vehicle from the tow vehicle. 11.

  • Page 103: 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 104 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.
  • Page 105 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 106 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
  • Page 107 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES – Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). If the light is not on during starting, stays on or turns on while driving, we recommend you contact the nearest authorized dealer and have the vehicle serviced immediately. –...

  • Page 108: Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound.

  • Page 109: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CRUISE - Cruise Set Indicator Indicates that the cruise control has been set. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. •...

  • Page 110: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING 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 111 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas. 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 being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
  • Page 112 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 113 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Operate the jack from the front or the rear of the vehicle. Place the jack under the axle tube, as shown. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is fully engaged. Front Jack Engagement Location Rear Jack Engagement Location 5.
  • Page 114 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with the cone-shaped end toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts clockwise. WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.

  • Page 115: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
  • Page 116 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.

  • Page 117: Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in serious injury. Only use the specific ground point, do not use any other exposed metal parts. 5.

  • Page 118: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage your vehicle. Tow straps are recommended when towing the vehicle, chains may cause vehicle damage.

  • Page 119: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting And Operating”...
  • Page 120 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Without The Ignition Key Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK position. The only approved method of towing without the ignition key is with a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.

  • Page 121: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 122: Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident Response System. Please refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags” in “Getting Started” in this guide for further information on the Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS) function.

  • Page 123: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Release both the hood latches. Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, located in the middle of the hood opening. Push the safety latch to the left side of the vehicle, to open the hood. You may have to push down slightly on the hood before pushing the safety latch.

  • Page 124: Engine Compartment - 3.6L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L 1. Battery 2. Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 3. Engine Oil Dipstick 4. Engine Oil Fill 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir...
  • Page 125 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Engine Coolant Reservoir 8. Air Cleaner Filter 9. Coolant Pressure Cap 10. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir...

  • Page 126: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) Two Door Models 18.6 Gallons 70 Liters Four Door Models 22.5 Gallons 85 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine 6 Quarts 5.6 Liters Cooling System * 3.6L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10.5 Quarts 9.9 Liters 10 Year/150,000 Mile For-...
  • Page 127 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Tech- nology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible”...

  • Page 128: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable supplement on the DVD for further details. 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.
  • Page 129 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 automatic transmission, and fill as needed •...
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  • Page 134: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material.
  • Page 135 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description 60 Amp Yellow – Radiator Fan 30 Amp Pink – Front Wiper LO/HI 20 Amp Blue – Front/Rear Washer – – Spare – 15 Amp Blue Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)/Switch Stop Lamp Feed –...
  • Page 136 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 10 Amp Red Right Horn (HI/LOW) – 10 Amp Red Left Horn (HI/LOW) – 25 Amp Clear Rear Wiper – 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump, Diesel Lift Pump – Export Only –...

  • Page 137: Tires - General Information

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION 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 138 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 139 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Compact spares are for temporary emergency use only. With these spares, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h). Temporary use spares have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire needs to be replaced.

  • Page 140: Replacement Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

  • Page 141: Consumer Assistance

    Warranty Booklet. United States customers may visit the Jeep Contact Us page at www.jeep.com scroll to the bottom of the page and select the “Contact Us” link, then select the “Owner’s Manual and Glove Box Material” from the left menu. You may also obtain a complimentary copy by calling 1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or...

  • Page 142: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    • 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, Dodge and SRT websites. • Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.

  • Page 143: Mopar® Accessories And Jeep® Performance Parts

    Wrangler. • For the full line of Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar, visit your local dealership or online at mopar.com for U.S. residents and mopar.ca for Canadian residents.

  • Page 144: Frequently Asked Questions

    • How do I use my USB port to listen to audio through my touchscreen radio? pg. 79 OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES • How do I shift into different four-wheel drive selections? pg. 92 UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Wrangler? pg. 94...
  • Page 145 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 101 • How do I change a flat tire? pg. 108 • How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 113 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE •...

  • Page 146: Index

    INDEX Adding Engine Coolant Master Cylinder ..126 (Antifreeze)... . .126 Warning Light ..103 Adding Washer Fluid .
  • Page 147 INDEX Compass Calibration ..87 Coolant (Antifreeze) ..124 Cooling System ... .126 Cooling ....126 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .
  • Page 148 INDEX High Beam ... . .29 Fog ....29, 106 High Beam/Low Beam Select Four-Wheel Drive Indicator . . .106 Switch .
  • Page 149 INDEX Oil Pressure Light...104 Adjustable Shoulder Belt ..12 Outlet Pretensioners ...12 Power ....90 Seats.
  • Page 150 INDEX Tires ....135, 136 Transmission Air Pressure ...135 Fluid ... .125, 126 Changing .
  • Page 151 NOTES...
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  • Page 155 This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep Brand Vehicle 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,...
  • Page 156 DOWNLOAD A FREE ELECTRONIC COPY of the Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet by visiting: www.jeep.com/en/owners/manuals or www.jeep.com/en/warranty (U.S.); www.owners.mopar.ca/en (Canada). © 2015 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Jeep and Wrangler are registered trademarks of FCA US LLC. 16JK72-926-AA WRANGLER First Edition...

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