Jeep 2009 Wrangler - Owner Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONSThis Owner’s Manual contains WARNINGS against op-erating procedures that could result in an accident orbodily injury. It also con

When a door is open and the interior lights are on,rotating the dimmer control all the way down to the offdetent will cause all the interior lights to

CAUTION!In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch andallow the wipers to return to the park position beforeturning off the engine. If the wipe

Intermittent Wiper SystemUse the intermittent wiper when weather conditionsmake a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-tween cycles, desirabl

Windshield WashersTo use the washer, pull the lever toward you and holdwhile spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in thedelay range, the wip

Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column.With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move thesteering column up or down, as desired. Pull

NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shutdown if multiple Speed Control functions are

WARNING!Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system onwhen not in use is dangerous. You could accidentallyset the system or cause it to go faster than

Tapping RESUME ACCEL once will result ina1mph(1.6 km/h) speed increase. Each time the ElectronicSpeed Control lever is tapped, speed increases so that

Using Electronic Speed Control On HillsNOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintainsspeed up and down hills. A slight speed change onmoderate hi

The right-side power outlet is powered directly from thebattery (power available at all times). Items plugged intothis power outlet may discharge the

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 A Word About Your Keys ... 12▫ Ignition Key Removal ... 12▫ Key-In-I

CAUTION! (Continued)•Power outlets are designed for accessory plugsonly. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces-sory bracket from the plug.CUPHOLD

Rear CupholdersThe rear cupholders are located on the back of the centerconsole.STORAGEConsole Storage CompartmentTo lock or unlock the storage compar

Rear Storage CompartmentThe rear storage compartment cover is held by a spring-loaded latch. In order to remove the rear storage com-partment cover, u

hard top are to be used independently. Removal ismandatory to prevent any possible wear and tear on thesoft top. Your vehicle warranty will not cover

4. Using a rubber mallet, carefully tap the knuckles fromthe left and right metal pivot brackets. Remove the softtop from the vehicle and store in a c

1. Locate and remove the following items prior to hardtop removal:•Right and left door frames•Door frame attachment knobs (four for two-doormodels, si

b. Lay the soft top into the rear of the vehicle with thebows pointing forward and the curved portion of thebows facing upward.c. Tap the knuckles on

CAUTION!Do not overtighten the screws. You can strip thescrews if they are overtightened.5. Remove the swing gate bar (black metal bar forbottom of re

CAUTION!Failure to follow these cautions may cause interiorwater damage, stains or mildew:•It is recommended that the top be free of waterprior to pan

3. Turn the rear L-shaped lock (located above the shoul-der belt anchorage).4. Turn the rear fasteners (knobs) (located on the over-head speaker bar a

▫ To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate ... 21▫ Using The Panic Alarm ... 21▫ To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” ... 21▫ Programmi

5. Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of thewindshield.6. Remove the panel.To remove the right panel, follow the steps above exceptfor

NOTE: The front panel(s) must be positioned properlyto ensure sealing. Set the panels on the windshield frameso that there is no overhang. Also, make

5. Open the swing gate all the way to ensure clearance ofthe rear window glass. Lift the rear window glass.6. Locate the wire harness on the left rear

CAUTION!Make sure the storage cap is installed to preventforeign materials from entering the washer tube andclogging system, and also to prevent fluid

Rear Hard Top InstallationNOTE: If the door frames are installed from soft topusage, they must be removed prior to installation of thehard top.1. Insp

CAUTION! (Continued)•Careless handling and storage of the removabledoor frame(s) may damage the seals, causing waterto leak into the vehicle’s interio

2. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on thefront of the door frame.3. Pull the frame toward you with your rearward hand toremove the frame

WARNING!Never store the door frames in your vehicle. In anevent of an accident, a loose door frame many causepersonal injury. If removed, always store

5. Starting with the front knob, screw in and tighten bothknobs. Repeat on the other side.Door Frame Removal — Four-Door Models1. Unscrew and remove t

2. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on theupper front of the front door frame.3. Pull the frame toward you with your front hand toremove

䡵 Occupant Restraints ... 38▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts ... 39▫ Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt RetractorLockout (Four-Door

5. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on theupper front of the rear door frame. Pull the frame towardyou with your rear hand to remove the

WARNING!Never store the door frames in your vehicle. In anevent of an accident, a loose door frame many causepersonal injury. If removed, always store

5. Carefully set the front of the front door frame in therubber seal at the top of the windshield. Then, clip thefront of the door rail over the side

SOFT TOP — TWO DOOR MODELSPlease visit the owners section of Jeep.com for instruc-tional videos.CAUTION!The soft top is not designed to carry any addi

CAUTION! (Continued)•Refer to “Appearance Care for Fabric Top Models”in Section 7 of this manual. It contains importantinformation on cleaning and car

CAUTION!Failure to follow these cautions may cause interiorwater damage, stains or mildew on the top material:•It is recommended that the top be free

Folding Down The Soft Top1 — Header Bow 6 — Body Side Retainer2 — 2–Bow 7 — Quarter Window3 — 3–Bow 8 — Check Strap4 — Sail Panel 9 — Front Retainer —

1 — Zipper Start2 — Zipper Finish3 — Swing Gate Bar4 — Swing Gate Brackets5 — Sail Panels3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135

NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal toassist in preventing scratching during removal of the softtop. If zippers are difficult to operate

4. Release the header latches and leave the hooks in theloops on the windshield.5. Open the swing gate.6. Before unzipping the rear window, release th

A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYSThe keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plasticbag with the key code number on it. If you received yourkeys without the

•Unzip the rear window starting at the right lowercorner of the window. Pull the zipper up, across thetop and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pu

10. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the bodyside channel at the rear corners of the vehicle.NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retaine

12. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removedunless the hard top is being installed. To remove theswing gate brackets, pull the front of the b

14. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid forward overthe Sunrider威 link (Sunrider威 Models only).15. Unlatch the side bows from both door rails (Sun-

NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera-tion.17. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between thebows and as far inward as possible. This

Putting Up The Soft Top1 — Header Bow 6 — Body Side Retainer2 — 2– Bow 7 — Quarter Window3 — 3–Bow 8 — Check Strap4 — Sail Panel 9 — Front Retainer —

1 — Zipper Start2 — Zipper Finish3 — Swing Gate Bar4 — Swing Gate Brackets5 — Sail Panels144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.2. Install door frames, if removed. Refer to “Door Frame”in this section.3. Make sure the plastic sleeve

6. Make sure the Sunrider威 bracket on the side bowslatches to the door rails (Sunrider威 Models only).7. Open the header latches and engage the hook on

9. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sailpanels over the rear roof bow.10. Partially install the sail panel retainers into the bodys

Manual Transmission — If Equipped1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (ACCESSORY)position.2. Push the ignition key inward.3. Turn the ignition key t

11. To install the side windows, affix the window tem-porarily by attaching to the Velcro威 in the rear corner.Start the zipper but close only about 1

13. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of thewindow into the bottom side channel, beginning at thefront and working to the rear of the vehicle.

14. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gatebar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rearwindow. The spongy part of the seal sho

15. Install the rear window by starting both zipper endsat the lower left corner of the rear window opening.Ensure that the zippers are properly start

16. Run the zipper fully around to the right side of thewindow.17. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into theswing gate brackets.18. Apply down

20. Close the header latches and return the sun visors totheir secured position.SOFT TOP (FOUR-DOOR MODELS)Please visit the owner’s section of Jeep.co

Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the topfabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size andthe top can then be snapped into

WARNING!•Do not drive the vehicle with the rear windowcurtain up unless the side curtains are also open.Dangerous exhaust gases which can kill coulden

NOTE: Do not remove any of the three attachmentknobs unless you are planning on installing the hard top.156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Folding Down The Soft Top1 — Header Bow 6 — Body Side Retainer 11 — Plastic Retainer2 — 2–Bow 7 — Quarter Window3 — 3–Bow 8 — Check Strap4 — 4–Bow 9 —

To Manually Lock the Steering WheelWith the engine running, rotate the steering wheel one–half revolution from the straight ahead position, turn offth

1 — Zipper Start2 — Zipper Finish3 — Swing Gate Bar4 — Swing Gate Brackets5 — Sail Panels158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal toassist in preventing scratching during removal of the softtop. If zippers are difficult to operate

4. Release the header latches and hooks from the loopson the windshield frame.5. Open the swing gate.6. Before unzipping the rear window, release the

•Unzip the rear window starting at the right lowercorner of the window. Pull the zipper up, across thetop and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pu

10. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the bodyside channel at the rear corners of the vehicle.NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retaine

12. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removedunless the hard top is being installed. To remove theswing gate brackets, pull the front of the b

14. Fold back the front section of the top, pulling thefabric rearward. Gently rest the header on top of the rearportion of the deck.15. Fold the top

16. Release the side bows by pressing down on the latchabove the front of the rear door. Push the top rearward todisengage. Repeat this step on the ot

18. Gently slide the side bows off the door frame trackand lower the top down into the vehicle.NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera-tio

Putting Up The Soft Top1 — Header Bow 6 — Body Side Retainer 11 — Plastic Retainer2 — 2–Bow 7 — Quarter Window3 — 3–Bow 8 — Check Strap4 — 4–Bow 9 — F

someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine.Either of these conditions will result in the engine beingshut off after two seconds.If the Veh

1 — Zipper Start2 — Zipper Finish3 — Swing Gate Bar4 — Swing Gate Brackets5 — Sail Panels168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE: Be extremely careful when putting up the softtop to prevent the doors from getting scratched. It may behelpful to open the rear doors.1. Install

5. Insert the slider feature of the knuckles into the doorframe tracks and slide the top forward.6. Ensure that the top locks into the Sunrider威 locki

7. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.8. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by theside bow until it rests on the windshield fra

10. Open the header latches and engage the hook on eachside onto the windshield loops (do not close the latches).11. If the swing gate brackets were r

12. Ensure that the straps are positioned correctly beforepulling the sail panels over the rear roof bow (4–bow).Partially install the sail panel reta

13. To install the side windows, affix the window tem-porarily by attaching it to the Velcro威 in the upper rearcorner. Start the zipper but close only

15. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of thewindow into the bottom side channel, beginning at thefront and working to the rear of the vehicle.

16. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gatebar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rearwindow. The spongy part of the seal sho

17. Install the rear window by starting both zipper endsat the lower left corner of the rear window opening.Ensure that the zippers are properly start

procedure. This procedure consists of programming ablank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is onethat has never been programmed.NOTE: When h

21. Open the doors and insert the top retainers into thechannels in the door frame above the doors, starting atthe front and working toward the rear o

23. Close the header latches and return the sun visors totheir secured position.SUNRIDER姞 (TWO-DOOR MODELS) — IFEQUIPPEDCAUTION!Operating the top, ope

Opening the Sunrider姞1. Insert your finger behind the plastic retainer. Pulldown and roll the retainer out of the channel. Repeat thison the other sid

4. Slide the plastic sleeve forward.5. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure thematerial is folded back as shown.NOTE: The Sunrider威 latch

6. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap thestraps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the otherside.7. Reposition the sun visors.Closing th

SUNRIDER姞 (FOUR-DOOR MODELS) — IFEQUIPPEDCAUTION!Operating the top, opening a door or lowering awindow while the top is wet may allow water to dripint

2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.3. Release the header latches from the loops on thewindshield frame.4. Grasp the front side bow behind t

5. Fold back the front section of the top and gently restthe header on top of the rear portion of the deck.6. Fold the top material so that the plasti

8. Secure the top by using the two provided straps. Eachstrap will wrap around the side bow and Velcro威 to itself;use one strap on each side of the ve

Raise the windshield and reinstall the side bars as soon asthe task that required their removal is completed andbefore you return to on-road driving.

Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If youdo not have a programmed Sentry Key威, contact yourauthorized dealer for details.NOTE:If a pro

Lowering the Windshield and Removing SideBars1. Lower the fabric top or remove the hard top followingthe instructions in this manual.NOTE: To assist i

CAUTION!Do not remove the head impact foam from the sidebars, as damage to the foam may result.NOTE: Store all of the mounting bolts in their original

7. Remove the windshield wiper arms by first pullingthe wiper away from the windshield and out to the“lock” position. Unsnap the wiper arm nut caps, a

Raising the Windshield and Replacing Side Bars1. Raise the windshield.2. Loosely attach the rear of the side bar to the sport bar.Refer to Step 4 of “

5. Install the lower windshield plates with the six blackround-headed Torx威 head screws (using a #40 Torx威 headdriver) on each side of the base of the

If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turnedto the LOCK position, the wiper will automatically returnto the “Park” position. When the ve

CAUTION!Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage tothe heating elements:•Use care when washing the inside of the rearwindow. Do not use abras

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCONTENTS䡵 Instrument Panel Features ... 198䡵 Instrument Cluster ... 199䡵 Instrument Cl

䡵 Sales Code (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVDRadio – If Equipped ... 234▫ Operating Instructions — Voice RecognitionSystem (VR) — If Equipped

▫ Selecting uconnect威 studios (Satellite)Mode ... 259▫ Satellite Antenna ... 259▫ Reception Quality ...

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADAWith respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the nameChrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and thename Chrysler Canada Inc

Rearming The SystemIf something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken todisarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off thehorn after three m

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES1 — Air Outlet 6 — Climate Controls2 — Instrument Cluster 7 — Power Outlet3 — Horn 8 — Lower Switch Bank4 — Radio 9 — Auxilia

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION1. Fuel GaugeThe pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank.NOTE: When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, thefu

6. Front Axle Lock Indicator — If EquippedIndicates when the front axle lock has beenactivated.7. Seat Belt Reminder LightA warning chime and an indic

11. Brake Warning LightThis light monitors various brake functions,including brake fluid level and parking brakeapplication. If the brake light turns

WARNING!Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on isdangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed.It will take longer to stop the vehicle. Y

13. Airbag Warning LightThis indicator lights and remains lit for six toeight seconds when the ignition is first turnedon. If the light does not come

CAUTION!Driving with a hot engine cooling system coulddamage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehi

21. Odometer / Trip Odometer Reset ButtonPress this button to change the display from odometer toeither of the two trip odometer settings. Trip A or T

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMSmalfunction indicator to indicate when the system is notoperating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica

ILLUMINATED ENTRYThe interior lights will come on when you open any door.The lights will remain on after all of the doors are closed,and then fade to

U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer ofvehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser thecorrect mileage that the vehicle has b

gASCAPIf the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuelfiller cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a“gASCAP” message will display i

NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when youstart the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did notreset. If necessary repeat this procedure

26.Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light /Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator LightIf the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) /Tractio

WARNING!If a warning light remains on the system may not beworking and you will not have the benefit of ESP orBAS. Under certain driving conditions, w

32. Compass / Mini-Trip Computer Button—IfEquippedPress this button to switch between the differentfunctions.COMPASS AND TRIP COMPUTER — IFEQUIPPEDThe

Reset / Change DisplayPress and hold the left button (on the instrument cluster)while function is being displayed to reset or change thedisplay.The fo

Compass Temperature DisplayThis display provides the outside temperature and one ofeight compass readings to indicate the direction thevehicle is faci

Automatic Compass CalibrationThe self-calibrating feature of the compass eliminates theneed to calibrate the compass for normal conditions.During a sh

3. Manual compass calibration has been initiated. Drivethe vehicle slowly in one or more circles under 5 mph(8 km/h) in an area free from large metal

To Unlock the Doors and Swing GatePress and release the RKE transmitter UNLOCK buttononce to unlock the driver’s door only, or twice to unlockall the

NOTE: The U.S./Metric display will change from En-glish to Metric or Metric to English before the VARsymbol appears, however, it will revert back to i

Operating Instructions - Radio ModeNOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary

SCAN ButtonPressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search forthe next listenable station in AM, FM or Satellite (ifequipped) frequencies, pausing

5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP buttonand selecting the “SET HOME CLOCK” entry.

Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fifth timeand FADE will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL controlknob to the left or right to adjust the sound

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayPersonality PersnltyPublic PublicRhythm and Blues R & BReligious Music Rel MuscReligious Talk Rel TalkRock Ro

•DISC Play/Pause - You can toggle betweenplaying the DVD and pausing the DVD bypushing the SELECT button (if equipped).•DVD Play Options - Selecting t

TUNE/SCROLL control knob to adjust the minutes.Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob again to savechanges.•Player Defaults - Selecting this item will all

Aspect Ratio — If EquippedSelecting this item allows you to choose between widescreen, pan scan, and letter box.AutoPlay — If EquippedWhen this is set

Every time a preset button is used, a correspondingbutton number will display.Buttons1-6These buttons tune the radio to the stations that youcommit to

To Lock the Doors and Swing GatePress and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-ter to lock all doors. The turn signals will flash and thehorn w

Radio display will show ⬙LOADING DISC⬙ when the discis loading and “READING DISC” when the radio isreading the disc.CAUTION!This CD player will accept

RW/FF (CD MODE)Press and hold FF (Fast Forward) and the CD player willbegin to fast forward until FF is released, or RW oranother CD button is pressed

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain combinations of normalCD audio tracks and computer files (includin

ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album titleare supported for ID3 version 1 tags. ID3 version 2 is notsupported by the radios.Playlist

INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll throughthe following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File

TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)Press the TIME button to change the display fromelapsed playing time to time of day. The time of day willdisplay for five

intended for home and other limited viewing uses only,unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverseengineering or disassembly is prohibited.DTS™

To Manually Set the Clock — RER/REN1. Turn on the radio.2. Touch the screen where the time is displayed.3. Touch the screen where “User Clock” is disp

Show Time if Radio is OffWhen selected, this feature will display the time of dayon the touch screen when the radio is turned off. Proceedas follows t

SALES CODE RES — AM/FM STEREO RADIOWITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK)NOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of the radio faceplate.Op

2. While the UNLOCK button is pressed, (after fourseconds) press the RKE transmitter LOCK button. Re-lease both buttons.3. Test the “Flash Lights With

SEEK ButtonsPress and release the SEEK buttons to search for the nextlistenable station in AM/FM mode. Press the right switchto seek up and the left s

Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a secondtime and MID will display. Turn the TUNE/SCROLLcontrol knob to the right or left to increase or decre

SET 2 in both AM and FM. This allows a total of 12 AMand 12 FM stations to be stored into pushbutton memory.The stations stored in SET 2 memory can be

If you insert a disc with the ignition ON and the radioON, the unit will switch from radio to CD mode andbegin to play when you insert the disc. The d

the current selection. Pressing and holding the SEEKbutton will allow faster scrolling through the tracks inCD and MP3 modes.TIME ButtonPress this but

Supported Media (Disc Types)The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio areCDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.Supported Medium Formats (File

Supported MP3 File FormatsThe radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten-sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3extension may

Playback of MP3 FilesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

SALES CODE RES/RSC — AM/FM STEREORADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) ANDSIRIUS RADIONOTE: The radio sales code is located on the lower rightside of th

to seek up and the left switch to seek down. The radiowill remain tuned to the new station until you makeanother selection. Holding either button will

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normaldistance, check for these two conditions:1. Weak battery in the RKE transmitter. The expected li

5. To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.The clock can also be set by pressing the SETUP button.For vehicles equipped with satellite rad

SCROLL control knob to the right or left to adjust thesound level from the right or left side speakers.Push the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob a fift

Program Type16-Digit CharacterDisplayPersonality PersnltyPublic PublicRhythm and Blues R & BReligious Music Rel MuscReligious Talk Rel TalkRock Ro

AM/FM ButtonPress the button to select either AM or FM mode.SET/RND Button — To Set the PushbuttonMemoryWhen you are receiving a station that you wish

Operation Instructions — CD MODE for CD andMP3 Audio PlayNOTE:•The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACCposition to operate the radio.•This radio i

EJECT Button - Ejecting a CDPress the EJECT button to eject the CD.If you have ejected a disc and have not removed it within10 seconds, it will be rel

Press the SET/RND button a second time to stop Ran-dom Play.Notes On Playing MP3 FilesThe radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3file record

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.Multisession discs may contain combinations of normalCD audio tracks and computer files (includin

Playback of MP3 FilesWhen a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, theradio checks all files on the medium. If the mediumcontains a lot of folders or f

Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds ormore and the radio will display song titles for each file.Press and hold the INFO button again for

NOTE: If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,reinstall and tighten the screw until snug.REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPEDThis system uses

uconnect姞 studios (SATELLITE RADIO) — IFEQUIPPED (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU RADIOSONLY)Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast-ing techn

Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID numberdisplay will time out in two minutes. Press any button onthe radio to exit this screen.ESN/SID Acce

•Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in theform of short audio mutes.•Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings cancause intermittent

RW/FFPressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttonscauses the tuner to search for the next channel in thedirection of the arrows.TUNE Control (

SETUP ButtonPressing the SETUP button allows you to select thefollowing items:•Display Sirius ID number — Press the AUDIO/SELECT button to display the

Operating Instructions — Video EntertainmentSystem (VES)™ (If Equipped)Refer to separate “Video Entertainment System (VES)™Guide.”CD/DVD MAINTENANCETo

CLIMATE CONTROLSManual Heater OnlyThe controls for the heating/ventilation system in thisvehicle consist of a series of rotary knobs. These comfortcon

air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improvedcomfort during sunny but cool conditions.FloorAir is directed through the floor outlets and

Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System — IfEquippedThe controls for the heating/air conditioning and venti-lation system in this vehicle consist o

PanelAir is directed through the outlets in the instrumentpanel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.Bi-LevelAir is directed through the p

To Enter Remote StartPress and release the REMOTE START buttonon the RKE transmitter twice, within five sec-onds. The parking lights will flash and th

Blower ControlUse this control to regulate theamount of air forced through thesystem in any mode you select.The fan speed increases as youmove the con

NOTE: Continuous use of the “Recirculation” modemay make the inside air stuffy and window fogging mayoccur. Extended use of this mode is not recommend

MAX A/CFor maximum cooling, select ei-ther the Panel or Bi-Level positionusing the mode control. Then,press the “A/C” and the “Recir-culation” buttons

Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with anon-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water worksvery well) will help prevent contaminates (c

STARTING AND OPERATINGCONTENTS䡵 Starting Procedures ... 277▫ Manual Transmission ... 277▫ Automatic Transmission ...

▫ Automatic Transmission With Overdrive ... 287䡵Four–Wheel Drive Operation (Command-Trac I威Or Rock-Trac威) — If Equipped... 291▫ Operating I

䡵 Anti-Lock Brake System ... 316䡵 Electronic Brake Control System ... 318▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ... 319▫ Tractio

▫ Base System ... 353▫ General Information ... 356䡵 Fuel Requirements ... 356▫ Reformulated Gaso

STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust bothinside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.WARNING!Do not le

To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the VehicleBefore the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and releasethe UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unl

Tip Start Feature — Automatic Transmission OnlyTurn the ignition switch to the START position andrelease it as soon as the starter engages. The starte

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to getit started. Vehicles equipped with an automatictransmission cannot be started th

If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15–second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedalheld to the floor, repeat the “Normal Starti

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPEDThe engine block heater warms the engine, and permitsquicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to astandard 11

NOTE: During cold weather, you may experience in-creased effort in shifting until the transmission fluidwarms up. This is normal.ShiftingFully press t

Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)En-gineSpeeds 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 5 to 63.8L Accel. 15 (24) 24(39)34(55)47(76)56(90)Cruise 10 (1

Maximum Recommended Downshift SpeedsCAUTION!Failure to follow the maximum recommended down-shifting speeds may cause the engine to overspeedand/or dam

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPEDCAUTION!Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-ing precautions are not observed:•Shift into PARK only

Brake/Transmission Interlock SystemThis vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmission ShiftInterlock System (BTSI) that holds the shift lever in thePA

6. Press the shifter release button and shift into NEU-TRAL.7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.Have your vehicle inspected by your local au

Upper Half Door Window Installation —If Equipped1. Grasp the half door window and line up pins intopockets in lower door.2. Push down to ensure the ha

Gear RangesNOTE: Under extreme cold temperatures (-10°F (-23°C)and when in DRIVE, transmission operation may bebriefly limited to only second gear ope

REVERSEThis range is for moving the vehicle backward. Use onlyafter the vehicle has come to a complete stop.NEUTRALThis range is used when vehicle is

If the transmission overheats, a “HOTOIL” message willbe displayed in the odometer and a chime will sound.Overdrive can be locked out by pressing the

CAUTION!•Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, youmust turn the ignition from LOCK so the steeringwheel and shift lever are released. Otherwise,d

•4L (Four-wheel drive low range)The transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2Hposition for normal street and highway conditions suchas hard-surf

NOTE: Do not attempt to shift when only the front orrear wheels are spinning. The transfer case is notequipped with a synchronizer, and the front and

4H PositionThis range locks the front and rear driveshafts together,forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at the samespeed. This range (4H) prov

4H to 4L or 4L to 4HWith the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shiftan automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N), or pressthe clutch pedal on

WARNING!On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen-tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off theground. The vehicle may drive through

To activate the system, press the bottom of the AXLELOCK switch once to lock the rear axle only (the “RearAxle Lock Indicator Light” will illuminate),

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE1INTRODUCTION...32THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...

NOTE: If the red latch on the connector is locked, pushthe red latch to the right until you can only see the latchon one end (right) of the connector.

The rear axle lock will disengage if the vehicle is takenout of 4L (Low) range, or the ignition switch is turned tothe LOCK position.ELECTRONIC SWAY B

when activation conditions are not met. The stabilizer/sway bar should remain in on-road mode during normaldriving conditions.WARNING!Do not disconnec

WARNING!If the stabilizer/sway bar will not return to on-roadmode, vehicle stability is greatly reduced. Do notattempt to drive the vehicle over 18 mp

2. Remove one bolt from the underside of the vehicle.3. Remove the side step assembly.The Basics of Off-Road DrivingYou will encounter many types of t

your vehicle’s steering, handling and traction. Control-ling your vehicle is one of the keys to successful off-roaddriving, so always keep a firm grip

using light brake pressure with light throttle will keep thevehicle from jerking or lurching. This technique is alsoused when you need to stop and res

entering any mud hole, get out and determine how deepit is, if there are any hidden obstacles and if the vehiclecan be safely recovered if stuck.SandS

forward until it makes contact with the object. Apply thethrottle lightly while holding a light brake pressure andease the vehicle up and over the obj

vehicle’s mobility. Approach these obstacles at a 45-degree angle and let each tire go through the obstacleindependently. You need to use caution when

of the high point when you let the vehicle down. You canalso try rocking the vehicle or winching the vehicle offthe object.CAUTION!Winching or rocking

Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models)WARNING!Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with thedoors removed as you will lose the protection thatthey c

slightly to bring all four tires back on the ground. As youapproach the crest of the hill, ease off the throttle andslowly proceed over the top. If th

Driving Across an InclineIf at all possible, avoid driving across an incline. If it isnecessary, know your vehicle’s abilities. Driving acrossan incli

designated and approved. You should tread lightly andavoid damage to the environment. You should knowyour vehicle’s abilities and be able to recover i

muddy waters; check for hidden obstacles. Make sureyou will not be intruding on any wildlife, and you canrecover the vehicle if necessary. The key to

should never attempt to cross flowing water which isdeeper than the vehicle’s running ground clearance. Eventhe slowest current can push the heaviest

•After extended operation in mud, sand, water, orsimilar dirty conditions, have the radiator, brake ro-tors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes ins

system. This noise should be considered normal, and itdoes not in any way damage the steering system.WARNING!Continued operation with reduced power st

If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicatedlevel. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from allsurfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubric

Be sure the parking brake is firmly set when parked, andthe shift lever is in the PARK position (automatic trans-mission), or REVERSE, or first gear (

computer to modulate hydraulic pressure to preventwheel lock-up and help avoid skidding on slipperysurfaces.All vehicle wheels and tires must be the s

NOTE: If the red latch on the connector is locked, pushthe red latch to the right until you can only see the latchon one end (right) of the connector.

WARNING! (Continued)•The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot preventthe natural laws of physics from acting on thevehicle, nor can they increase braki

together to enhance vehicle stability and control in vari-ous driving conditions, and are commonly referred to asESP.Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)This

system functions similar to a limited slip differential andcontrols the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheelon a driven axle is spinning fast

Hill Start Assist (HSA)The HSA system is designed to assist the driver whenstarting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. HSA will maintainthe level of bra

•Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e.,vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle back-ing uphill is in REVERSE gear).WARNING!T

Towing with HSAHSA will provide assistance when starting on a gradewhen pulling a trailer.WARNING!•If you use a trailer brake controller with yourtrai

3. With the engine running, the brake applied, and theclutch out, rotate the steering wheel 180° counterclock-wise from center.4. Press the ESP OFF sw

WARNING!Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi-tions and driving conditions, influence the chancethat wheel lift or rollover may occur. Ele

the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” begins to flash duringacceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as littlethrottle as possible. Be sure to adapt

ESP function normally. This mode is intended to be usedif the vehicle is in deep snow, sand, or gravel conditionsand more wheel spin than ESP would no

NOTE: The ignition key that is used to start the vehicleis used to lock or unlock the doors, swing gate, andconsole storage.WARNING!•For personal secu

“Compass and Mini-Trip Computer — If Equipped” inSection 4 of this manual. To turn ESP on again, momen-tarily press the ESP OFF switch. This will rest

returns but TCS remains off. When the vehicle speeddrops below 35 mph (40 km/h), the ESP system shuts off.The ESP is off at low vehicle speeds in 4L r

ESP and defeat the functionality of the ESP switch.Repeating the procedure will return the system to normalESP operation and restore ESP switch functi

9. Turn the steering wheel back to center.10. Press and hold the ESP OFF button for seven seconds.11. Cycle the ignition key to OFF.After performing t

Trailer Sway Control (TSC)TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces-sively swaying trailer and will take the appropriateactions to attempt

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATIONTire MarkingsNOTE:•P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”molde

•Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compactspares designed for temporary emergency use only.Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”mo

Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:Size Designation:P = Passenger Car tire size based on U.S. design standardsⴖ...blank...ⴖ = Passenger Car tire based on Euro

EXAMPLE:Service Description:95 = Load Index— A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carryH = Speed Symbol— A symbol indicating t

Tire Identification Number (TIN)The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire,however, the date code may only be on one side. Tireswith white

Power Door Locks — If EquippedThe door lock switch is located on each front door panel.Press the switch downward to lock the doors, andupward to unloc

Tire Loading and Tire PressureTire Placard LocationTire Placard Location (Two-Door Models)Tire Placard Location (Four-Door Models)338 STARTING AND OPE

Tire and Loading Information PlacardThis placard tells you important information about the:1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle2) to

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu-pants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs”on

5STARTING AND OPERATING 341

WARNING!Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloadingcan cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, andincrease your stopping distance. Use ti

EconomyImproper inflation pressures can cause uneven wearpatterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormalwear patterns will reduce tread life

Tire pressure should be checked and adjusted as well asinspected for signs of tire wear or visible damage, at leastonce a month. Use a good quality po

Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mindwhen checking tire pressure inside a

Radial-Ply TiresWARNING!Combining radial ply tires with other types of tireson your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handlepoorly. The instability c

Tread Wear IndicatorsTread wear indicators are in the original equipment tiresto help you in determining when your tires should bereplaced.These indic

Automatic Unlock Doors On ExitThe doors will unlock automatically on vehicles withpower door locks if:1. The “Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit” feature

WARNING!Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after sixyears, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure tofollow this warning can result in sud

WARNING!•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other thanthat specified for your vehicle. Some combinationsof unapproved tires and wheels may change

TIRE CHAINSInstall chains on rear tires only. Tire chains may beinstalled on all models except the Sahara and Rubicon.Follow these recommendations to

The suggested rotation method is the “forward-cross”shown in the following diagram.TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys

off until the tire pressure is at or above recommendedcold placard pressure. Once the “Tire Pressure Monitor-ing Telltale Light” has been illuminated,

CAUTION! (Continued)•After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure,always reinstall the valve stem cap. This willprevent moisture and dirt from ente

The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) consists of thefollowing components:•Receiver Module•Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors•Tire Pressure Monit

2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tintingthat affects radio wave signals.3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheelhousings.4. Usin

vehicle in place of the spare tire, the TPMS will updateautomatically and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Tell-tale Light” will turn OFF, as long as no

Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hardstarting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience thesesymptoms, try another brand of gasolin

Automatic Door LocksThe doors will lock automatically on vehicles with powerdoor locks if all of the following conditions are met:1. The “Automatic Do

Problems that result from using methanol/gasolineblends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer.While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Methanol,

vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indi-cated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should askyour gasoline retailer if the gasoline conta

CAUTION! (Continued)•The use of fuel additives which are now beingsold as octane enhancers is not recommended.Most of these products contain high conc

WARNING! (Continued)•Guard against carbon monoxide with propermaintenance. Have the exhaust system inspectedevery time the vehicle is raised. Have any

CAUTION!•Damage to the fuel system or emission controlsystem could result from using an improper fuelcap (gas cap). A poorly fitting cap could let imp

Loose Fuel Filler Cap MessageAfter fuel has been added, the vehicle diagnostic systemcan determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose,improperly

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the frontand rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargoarea so t

The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer-cial scale to ensure that the GVWR has not been ex-ceeded. The weight on the front and rear of

Common Towing DefinitionsThe following trailer towing-related definitions will as-sist you in understanding the following information:Gross Vehicle We

Trailer Tongue Weight (TW)The trailer tongue weight is the downward force exertedon the hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should notbe less

WINDOWSPower Windows — If EquippedThe power window switches are located on the instru-ment panel center stack (below the radio). The top leftswitch co

WARNING!•An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitchsystem may reduce handling, stability, brakingperformance, and could result in an accident.•W

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetra

Engine/Transmis-sionAxle Model GCWR (GrossCombined Wt.Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW(Gross TrailerWt.)Max. TrailerTongue Wt.(See Note)3.8L/Manual3.21 Tw

Engine/Transmis-sionAxle Model GCWR (GrossCombined Wt.Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW(Gross TrailerWt.)Max. TrailerTongue Wt.(See Note)3.8L/Manual4.10 2–

Engine/Transmis-sionAxle Model GCWR (GrossCombined Wt.Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW(Gross TrailerWt.)Max. TrailerTongue Wt.(See Note)3.8L/Automatic3.73

Engine/Transmis-sionAxle Model GCWR (GrossCombined Wt.Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW(Gross TrailerWt.)Max. TrailerTongue Wt.(See Note)3.8L/Manual3.21 Fo

Engine/Transmis-sionAxle Model GCWR (GrossCombined Wt.Rating)Frontal Area Max. GTW(Gross TrailerWt.)Max. TrailerTongue Wt.(See Note)3.8L/Manual4.10 Fo

Trailer and Trailer Tongue WeightAlways load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight inthe front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of theGross Tr

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on thetrailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additionalfactory-installed options, or authorized de

WARNING! (Continued)•When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do notoverload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading cancause a loss of control, poor perf

Auto-DownBoth the driver and front passenger window switcheshave an “Auto-Down” feature. Press the window switchpast the first detent, release, and th

WARNING! (Continued)4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized(This requirement may limit the ability to alwaysachieve the 10% to 15% rang

−An electronically-actuated trailer brake controller isrequired when towing a trailer with electronicallyactuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipp

Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & WiringWhenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,stop lights and turn signals on the trail

Towing TipsBefore setting out on a trip, practice turning, stoppingand backing the trailer in an area away from heavytraffic.If using a manual transmi

Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped−Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.−When using the speed control, if you experience speeddrops gre

Towing – Four-Wheel Drive ModelsNOTE: The transfer case must be shifted into N (Neu-tral), automatic transmission must be shifted into PARK,and manual

7. Release the brake pedal and ensure that there is novehicle movement.8. Turn the engine off and turn the ignition switch to theACC position.9. Shift

5. Shift the automatic transmission into DRIVE or releasethe clutch on manual transmissions.NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case N (Neutral)on aut

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESCONTENTS䡵 Hazard Warning Flasher ... 388䡵 If Your Engine Overheats ... 388䡵 Jacking And Tire Changi

Wind BuffetingWind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in theears. Your vehicle may exhibit

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERThe Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on thelower switch bank below the climate controls.Press the switch to turn on the

NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow downan impending overheat condition:•If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/Csystem a

Jack LocationThe jack and lug wrench are located in the rear storagecompartment. Refer to “Storage” in Section 3 of thismanual.Spare Tire StowageTo re

2. Set the parking brake.3. Shift the automatic transmission into PARK, or amanual transmission into REVERSE.4. Turn the ignition to LOCK.5. Turn on t

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on ajack.•Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack.•Only use the jack in

5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right.Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surfaceand enough clearance is obtai

wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lbs (130 N·m). If in doubtabout the correct tightness, have them checked with atorque wrench by your authorized dealer or

1. Remove all metal jewelry such as watch bands orbracelets which might make an unintended electricalcontact.2. Park the booster vehicle within cable

WARNING!Any procedure other than above could result in:•Personal injury caused by electrolyte squirting outthe battery vent.•Personal injury or proper

WARNING!•Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuckvehicle. chains may break, causing serious injuryor death.•Stand clear of vehicles when pulling

CAUTION!Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing therear flip-up window, as damage to the blade willresult.WARNING!Driving with the flip-up windo

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Engine Compartment – 3.8L ... 401䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II ... 402▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap M

▫ Brake System ... 421▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ... 423▫ Hydraulic Clutch Fluid — ManualTransmission ...

ENGINE COMPARTMENT – 3.8L1 — Integrated Power Module 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir2 — Battery 8 — Engine Coolant Reservoir3 — Automatic Transmission Dips

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD IIYour vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboarddiagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitorsthe perfor

the message will appear the next time the vehicle isstarted. This might indicate a damaged cap. If the prob-lem is detected twice in a row, the system

5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things willhappen:a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and thenreturn to being fully illuminated u

DEALER SERVICEYour authorized dealer has the qualified service person-nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all serviceoperations in an expert

CAUTION! (Continued)•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluidsthat protect the performance and durability ofyour vehicle and also allow extende

Change Engine OilThe oil change indicator system will remind you that it istime to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.Refer to the “Mainte

WARNING!In a collision, you and your passengers can sufferinjuries, including fatalities, if you are not properlybuckled up. You can strike the interi

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operatingtemperatures. This engine oil improves low temperaturestarting an

Engine Oil Filter SelectionAll of the manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow typedisposable oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replace-ment. T

CAUTION!It is essential when replacing the cables on thebattery that the positive cable is attached to thepositive post and the negative cable is atta

WARNING!•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricantsapproved by the manufacturer for your air condi-tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants a

hood latching components to ensure proper function.When performing other underhood services, the hoodlatch, release mechanism and safety catch should

some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel andwipe clean the wiper blades; this will help blade perfor-mance.To prevent freeze-up of your wind

CAUTION!The catalytic converter requires the use of unleadedfuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effective-ness of the catalyst as an emissions

WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park overmaterials that can burn. Such materials might begrass or leaves coming into contact with

Cooling SystemWARNING!You or others can be badly burned by hot enginecoolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. Ifyou see or hear steam coming

Cooling System — Drain, Flush, and RefillIf the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty and contains aconsiderable amount of sediment, clean and flush wi

WARNING! (Continued)•Do not allow people to ride in any area of yourvehicle that is not equipped with seats and seatbelts.•Be sure everyone in your ve

CAUTION! (Continued)•This vehicle has not been designed for use withPropylene Glycol based engine coolant (anti-freeze). Use of Propylene Glycol base

NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types willdecrease the life of the engine coolant (antifreeze) andwill require more frequent engine coolant (

to remain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a childor pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean upany ground spills immediately.Engine

engine coolant (antifreeze) needs to be added, thecontents of the coolant recovery bottle must also beprotected against freezing.•If frequent engine c

Power Disc BrakesDisc brakes do not require adjustment; however, severalhard stops during the break-in period are recommendedto seat the linings and w

WARNING! (Continued)•To avoid contamination from foreign matter ormoisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid thathas been in a tightly closed contain

CAUTION!Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-turer’s recommended fluid may cause deteriorationin transmission shift quality and/or torque

adding any quantity of oil through the dipstick tube, waita minimum of two minutes for the oil to fully drain intothe transmission before rechecking t

CAUTION!Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission asthe chemicals can damage your transmission compo-nents. Such damage is not covered by the N

Adding FluidFluid should be added only at filler hole until fluidbegins to run out of the hole.DrainFirst remove the fill plug (B), then the drain plu

3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latchplate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”Pulling Out the Lap/Shoulder Belt Latch Plate I

Selection of LubricantUse only manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this sectionfor the correct fluid

corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,road surfaces on which the vehicle is oper

•Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffingthat may diminish the gloss or thin out the paintfinish.CAUTION!•Do not use abrasive or strong cleani

•Use MOPAR威 Touch-Up Paint or equivalent onscratches or chips as soon as possible. Your authorizeddealer has touch-up paint to match the color of your

Interior CareUse MOPAR威 Total Clean or equivalent to clean fabricupholstery and carpeting.Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a dampcloth, a

Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster LensesThe lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle aremolded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses,

•Be especially careful when washing the windows byfollowing the directions for “Care of Fabric TopWindows.”WASHING — Use MOPAR威 Car Wash or equivalent

Care of Fabric Top WindowsCAUTION!Your vehicle’s fabric top has pliable plastic windowswhich can be scratched unless special care is taken byfollowing

If a stuck zipper slide is experienced, work the MOPAR威Soft Top Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant or equivalent intothe zipper slide. Several applications

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionJ4 25 AmpNaturalDriver Door NodeJ5 25 AmpNaturalPassenger Door NodeJ6 40 AmpGreenAnti-Lock Brake Sys-tem (ABS)

WARNING!•A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle willnot protect you properly. The lap portion couldride too high on your body, possibly causingi

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionJ21 20 AmpBlueFront/Rear WasherJ22 — SpareM1 15 AmpBlueCenter High-MountedStop Light (CHMSL)/Switch Stop LampFe

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM11 10 AmpRed(Ignition Off Draw)IOD-HVAC/ATC,MW SENSR, Under-hood Lamp (UHLMP)M12 30 AmpGreenAmplifier (AMP)M13

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM16 10 AmpRedOccupant RestraintController (ORC)M17 15 AmpBlueLeft Tail/License/Park Lamp (LT-TAIL/LIC/PRK LMP)M

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM30 15 AmpBlueWiper Motor Frt,J1962 Diagnostic FeedM31 20 AmpYellowBackup Lamps (B/ULAMPS)M32 10 AmpRedOccupant

Cavity CartridgeFuseMiniFuseDescriptionM38 25 AmpNaturalLock/Unlock Motors(LOCK/UNLOCKMTRS)CAUTION!•When installing the Integrated Power Modulecover,

•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out ofservice (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more,

BULB REPLACEMENTNOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmosphericconditions change to allow t

Front Park/Turn Signal1. Remove the front grille. Turn the retainers along thetop 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove.2. Pull the bottom of the grill

Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, and Backup Lamp1. Remove the two inboard screws attaching the tail lighthousing to the body. DO NOT REMOVE THE OUTERSCRE

FLUID CAPACITIESU.S. MetricFuel (Approximate) — Two Door Models 18.5 Gallons 70 LitersFuel (Approximate) — Four Door Models 22.5 Gallons 85 LitersEngi

NOTE: The Seat Belt Reminder Light will remain onuntil the driver’s seat belt is buckled.WARNING!•A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk ofint

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTSEngineComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartEngine Coolant MOPAR威 Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Form

ChassisComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartAutomatic Transmission MOPAR威 ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent.Manual Transmission M

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS䡵 Emissions Control System Maintenance ... 452䡵 Maintenance Schedule ... 452▫ Required Maintenance Inte

EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe Scheduled Maintenance services listed in bold typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to ensurethe

•Change your engine oil more often if you drive yourvehicle off-road for an extended period of time.•Under no circumstances should oil change interval

At Each Oil Change•Change the engine oil filter.•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.•Check the manual transmission fluid level.CAUTION!Failure to perfo

6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or6 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepair

18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or18 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Inspect the front &

30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine air

6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle.The belt will automatically retract to its stowed position.If necessary, slide the latch pla

36,000 Miles (60,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

48,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

60,000 Miles (100,000 km) or 60 Months Maintenance Service Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine a

66,000 Miles (110,000 km) or66 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepa

78,000 Miles (130,000 km) or78 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRepa

90,000 Miles (150,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine ai

96,000 Miles (160,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehicle

108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ If using your vehic

120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine

126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or126 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Inspect the front &am

WARNING!The rear center lap/shoulder belt is equipped with alock-out feature to ensure that the rear seatback is inthe fully upright and locked positi

138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or138 Months MaintenanceService Schedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oilfilter.❏ Rotate tires.Odometer Reading DateRe

150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or 150 Months Maintenance ServiceSchedule❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.❏ Rotate tires.❏ Replace the engine

† This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturerto the owner, but is not required to maintain emissionswarranty.WARNING!•You can be badly injured

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCECONTENTS䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For YourVehicle... 473▫ Prepare For The Appointm

䡵 Department Of Transportation Uniform TireQuality Grades ... 479▫ Treadwear ... 479▫ Traction Grades ...

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FORYOUR VEHICLEPrepare For The AppointmentIf you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have theright papers with

This is why you should always talk to an authorizeddealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re-solved with this process.•If for some reason

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or SpeechImpaired (TDD/TTY)To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, themanufacturer has installed specia

has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, andtraining to assure that you are absolutely delighted withthe ownership experience. You’ll be

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open aninvestigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists ina group of vehicles, it may order a r

WARNING!Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that thebelt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failureto adjust the safety belt properl

•Service ManualsThese comprehensive Service Manuals provide the in-formation that students and professional techniciansneed in diagnosing/troubleshoot

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORMTIRE QUALITY GRADESThe following tire grading categories were established bythe National Highway Traffic Safety Ad

Temperature GradesThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heatand its ability to

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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ...203,316Adding Fuel ... 361Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 409Ai

Battery ... 409Emergency Starting ...394Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ... 23Belts, Seat ...

Child Seat ...65Climate Control ... 264Clock ...220,234,238,247Compact Disc (CD)

DisposalEngine Oil ... 408Used Coolant (Antifreeze) ...419Door Locks ...30Doors ...

Fuel Requirements ...356,447Jump Starting ...394Oil ...406,447Oil Disposal ...

Fog Lights ... 96,445Fold and Tumble Rear Seat ...88Folding Rear Seat ...91Folding Windshi

Once the warning is triggered, the BeltAlert威 will con-tinue to chime and flash the Seat Belt Reminder Light for96 seconds or until the driver’s seat

Hard Top, Modular ... 115Hard Top Removal ...119Hazard Warning Flasher ... 388Head Restraints .

Jacking Instructions ... 391Jump Starting ... 394Key, Programming ...16Key, Replacement

Exterior ... 76Fog ...96,445Hazard Warning Flasher ... 388Headlight Switch ...

Maintenance Schedule ...452Malfunction Indicator Light(Check Engine) ... 210,403Manual, Service ...

Oil Pressure Light ... 201Onboard Diagnostic System ... 402,403Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ...6Outside Re

Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ... 384Reformulated Gasoline ...357Refrigerant ...411Release, Ho

Reminder ... 201Seats ...83Adjustment ...83Easy Entry ...

Automatic Transmission ... 277Cold Weather ... 278Engine Block Heater ... 281Engine Fails to Star

Inflation Pressures ...343Jacking ... 389,392Load Capacity ...338,339Pressure Monitor Syst

TransmissionAutomatic ... 287Maintenance ...423,426Manual ... 281Range Indicator

INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS䡵 Introduction ... 4䡵 Rollover Warning ... 5䡵 How To Use This Manual ...

Seat Belts And Pregnant WomenWe recommend that pregnant women use seat beltsthroughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe isthe best way to keep

Windows ... 35Power ...35Windshield Defroster ...76Windshield, Folding ...

INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTINGEQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into thisvehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to

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NOTE: These airbags are certified to the new Federalregulations for Advanced Airbags.The Advanced Front Airbags have a multistage inflatordesign. This

If the vehicle is equipped with side airbags, they arelocated inside the driver and front passenger seats, andtheir covers are also labeled SRS.NOTE:

WARNING! (Continued)•If your vehicle is equipped with side airbags, do notattach cupholders or any other objects on or aroundthe door. The inflating s

If a child from 1 to 12 years old (not in a rear facing childseat) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seatas far back as possible and use

Airbag System ComponentsThe airbag system consists of the following:•Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)•Airbag Warning Light•Driver Front Airbag•Fron

The Advanced Front Airbags will not deploy in all frontalcollisions, including some that may produce substantialvehicle damage — for example, some pol

WARNING!Ignoring the Airbag Warning Light in your instru-ment panel could mean you won’t have the airbags toprotect you in a collision. If the light d

The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts ofthe system whenever the ignition switch is in the STARTor ON positions. These include all of

•As the airbags deflate you may see some smoke-likeparticles. The particles are a normal by-product of theprocess that generates the non-toxic gas use

INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on selecting your new Chrysler LLCvehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workman-ship, distinctive styling, and

•Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long asthe battery has power or until the ignition key isremoved.•Unlock the doors automatically.Main

Event Data Recorder (EDR)In the event of an accident, your vehicle is designed torecord up to five seconds of specific vehicle data param-eters (see t

upon request. General data that does not identify par-ticular vehicles or crashes may be released for incorpo-ration in aggregate crash databases, suc

•Traction/stability control status•Tire Pressure Monitoring System statusChild RestraintEveryone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at alltimes, i

•The infant carrier is only used rearward-facing in thevehicle. It is recommended for children who weigh upto about 20 lbs (9 kg). “Convertible” child

Here are some tips for getting the most out of your childrestraint:•Before buying any restraint system, make sure that ithas a label certifying that i

•Buckle the child into the restraint exactly as themanufacturer’s instructions tell you.•When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in thevehi

•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming orslouching can move the belt out of position.•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move

NOTE: If your child restraint seat is not LATCH-compatible, install the restraint using the vehicle seatbelts.WARNING!An incorrectly anchored tether s

NOTE: When using the LATCH attaching system toinstall a child restraint, please ensure that all seat beltsnot being used for occupant restraints are s

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaintyou with the operation and maintenance of

Installing the LATCH-Compatible Child RestraintSystemWe urge you to carefully follow the directions of themanufacturer when installing your child rest

In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind eachrear seating position located on the back of the seat.Latch Anchorages (Four-Door Models)Tet

Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped withseparate straps on each side, with each having a hook orconnector for attachment to the lower

WARNING!Improper installation of a child restraint to theLATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant orchild restraint. The child could be badly

To attach a child restraint tether strap:Route the tether strap over the seatback and attach thehook to the tether anchor located on the back of the s

WARNING!An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead toincreased head motion and possible injury to thechild. Use only the anchor positions directl

A new engine may consume some oil during its first fewthousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should beconsidered a normal part of the break-in

Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confinedareas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in orout of the area.If it is necessary to si

Airbag Warning LightThe light should come on and remain on for six to eightseconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is firstturned ON. If the

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLECONTENTS䡵 Mirrors ... 81▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ... 81▫ Outside Mi

Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or otherunsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehiclecontrol. Failure to operate this vehicle sa

▫ To Raise The Rear Seat ... 92䡵 To Open And Close The Hood ... 93䡵 Lights ... 94▫ Multifunction Le

▫ Manual Transmission ... 105▫ To Accelerate For Passing ... 105䡵 Electrical Power Outlet ... 106䡵 Cupholders .

▫ Door Frame Removal —Four-Door Models ... 126▫ Door Frame Installation —Four-Door Models ... 129䡵 Soft Top — Two Do

MIRRORSInside Day/Night MirrorA two-point pivot system allows for horizontal andvertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should beadjusted to cen

Outside MirrorsTo receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s)to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slightoverlap of the view obta

Voice Recognition Button (uconnect威 phone)When you press this button, a “Not Equipped withuconnect威” message will display on your radio screen.Phone B

WARNING!Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. The sudden movement of the seat couldcause you to lose control. The seat belt might

Front Seatback ReclineLean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back tothe desired position and release the handle. Lift thehandle to return t

Easy Entry Combination Lever — If Equipped Easy Entry Seat86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

1. To return the seat to a sitting position, rotate theseatback upright until it locks.2. Push the seat rearward until the track locks.NOTE:•The front

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The restraints may be raised without pushing in thebutton. The rear head restraints are not adjustable.Fold and Tumble Rear Seat — Two Door ModelsNOTE

3. Return the seat to the normal position.4. Raise the rear seatback using the assist strap andfirmly lock the seat into position.Removing the Rear Se

1. Remove the three rear subwoofer (if equipped)mounting nuts using a 15 mm socket.2. Unplug the electrical connector from the rear sub-woofer (if equ

Replacing the Rear Seat — Two Door ModelsReverse the steps for removing the seat.WARNING!•To help protect against personal injury, passengersshould no

To Fold Down the Rear SeatLocate the pull strap (lower outboard side of seat), andpull it toward you until the seatback releases.To Raise the Rear Sea

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODRelease both the hood latches.Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, located in themiddle of the hood opening. Push the

LIGHTSMultifunction LeverThe multifunction lever controls the operation of theparking lights, headlights, headlight beam selection,passing light, fog

Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights andHeadlightsTurn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detentfor parking lights and instrument pane

Headlight Dimmer SwitchPush the multifunction lever away from you to switchthe headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you toswitch the headlig

Daytime Running Lights — If EquippedThe headlights come on at a low intensity level after thevehicle has been driven approximately 3 ft (1 m). Theywil