2009 Jeep Wrangler Owners Manual

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Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 ▫ Head Restraints ▫ Fold And Tumble Rear Seat — Two Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 ▫ Removing The Rear Seat — Two Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 ▫ Replacing The Rear Seat — Two Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 ▫ 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat — Four Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ To Raise The Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 䡵 To Open And Close The Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 䡵 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 ▫ Multifunction Lever ▫ Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights And Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 ▫ Lights-On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 ▫ Headlight Dimmer Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 ▫ Flash-To-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 ▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 96 ▫ Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 ▫ Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 ▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped . . . . . 97 ▫ Interior Lights 䡵 Windshield Wipers And Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 . . . . . . . . . . . 98 ▫ Windshield Wiper Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 ▫ Intermittent Wiper System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 ▫ Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 ▫ Mist Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 䡵 Tilt Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 䡵 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped . . . . . 102 ▫ To Activate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 ▫ To Set a Desired Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 ▫ To Deactivate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 ▫ To Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 ▫ To Vary The Speed Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 ▫ Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 ▫ To Accelerate For Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 䡵 Electrical Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 䡵 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Front Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ▫ Rear Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 䡵 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 ▫ Console Storage Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . 109 ▫ Rear Storage Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 䡵 Dual Top — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 ▫ Removing The Soft Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 ▫ Installing The Soft Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79 䡵 Freedom Top Three-Piece Modular Hard Top — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 ▫ Front Panel(s) Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 ▫ Front Panel(s) Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 ▫ Front Panel(s) Installation Only (With Rear Hard Top Removed) . . . . . . . . . . 118 ▫ Rear Hard Top Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 ▫ Rear Hard Top Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 䡵 Door Frame ▫ Door Frame Removal — Two-Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 ▫ Door Frame Installation — Two-Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 80 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Door Frame Removal — Four-Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 ▫ Door Frame Installation — 䡵 Soft Top — Two Door Models Four-Door Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 ▫ Folding Down The Soft Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 ▫ Putting Up The Soft Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 ▫ Folding Down The Soft Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 ▫ Putting Up The Soft Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 䡵 Soft Top (Four-Door Models) 䡵 Sunrider威 (Two-Door Models) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 ▫ Opening The Sunrider威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 ▫ Closing The Sunrider威 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 䡵 Sunrider威 (Four-Door Models) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 䡵 Folding Windshield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 ▫ Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side Bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 ▫ Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 䡵 Rear Window Features — Hard Top Only . . . . 192 ▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 ▫ Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped . . . . . 193 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and vertical adjustment of the mirror. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield). UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81 Adjusting Rearview Mirror 82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Outside Mirrors To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mirror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the inside mirror. WARNING! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger-side convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than they really are. Relying too much on your passenger-side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passenger-side mirror. uconnect姞 phone This feature is not available on two–door or four–door models. Outside Rearview Mirror UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83 SEATS Front Seat Adjustment Move the seat forward or rearward by lifting the lever. Be sure the latch is fully engaged. Voice Recognition Button (uconnect威 phone) When you press this button, a “Not Equipped with uconnect威” message will display on your radio screen. Phone Button (uconnect威 phone) When you press this button, a “Not Equipped with uconnect威” message will display on your radio screen. Manual Seat Adjustment 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked. Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using the ratcheting handle, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pull upward on the handle to raise the seat; push downward on the handle to lower the seat. Seat Height Adjustment Front Seatback Recline Lean forward before lifting the handle, then lean back to the desired position and release the handle. Lift the handle to return the seatback to an upright position. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 Front Easy Entry Seats — Two Door Models Push the lever on the seatback rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to tilt the entire seat forward. Recline Lever Easy Entry Lever 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Easy Entry Combination Lever — If Equipped Easy Entry Seat UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 position. If equipped with combination lever the seat- back will return to its first locked position. The recliner handle will have to be actuated to adjust the seatback to the desired reclined position. • The front passenger seats have a track memory, which returns the seat to just past the halfway point of the track regardless of its original position. • The recliner and easy entry levers should not be used during the automatic returning of the seat to its sitting position. Head Restraints Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in the event of a rear impact. Adjustable head restraints should be adjusted so that the upper edge is as high as practical. The front head restraints have a locking button that must be pushed inward to lower the head restraint. Easy Entry Seat With Combination Lever — If Equipped 1. To return the seat to a sitting position, rotate the seatback upright until it locks. 2. Push the seat rearward until the track locks. NOTE: • The front driver seat has a full recliner memory, which will allow the seatback to be returned to its original 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The restraints may be raised without pushing in the button. The rear head restraints are not adjustable. • Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily. 1. Lift the seatback release lever and fold the seatback forward. Adjustable Head Restraints Fold and Tumble Rear Seat — Two Door Models NOTE: • Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seats. Rear Seat Release 2. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Removing the Rear Seat — Two Door Models 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 seri- ously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and • In a collision, you or others in your vehicle could be injured if seats are not properly latched to their floor attachments. Always be sure that the seats are fully latched. using a seat belt properly. Folding Rear Seat 3. Return the seat to the normal position. 4. Raise the rear seatback using the assist strap and firmly lock the seat into position. 90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1. Remove the three rear subwoofer mounting nuts using a 15 mm socket. (if equipped) 3. Fold the rear seat forward following steps 1 through 3 under “Fold and Tumble Rear Seat” in this section. 4. Press down on the release bar on each side, and pull the seat out and away from the lower bracket. 5. Remove the seat from the vehicle. Subwoofer 2. Unplug the electrical connector from the rear sub- woofer (if equipped). Release Bar Location Replacing the Rear Seat — Two Door Models Reverse the steps for removing the seat. WARNING! • To help protect against personal injury, passengers should not be seated in the rear cargo area with the rear seat folded down or removed from the ve- hicle. • The rear cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes only, not for passengers who should sit in seats and use seat belts. 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat — Four Door Models To provide additional storage area, each rear seat can be folded flat to allow for extended cargo space and still maintain some rear seating room. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 reposition the front seat to its mid-track position. NOTE: • Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to • Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily. 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 seri- ously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. 92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Fold Down the Rear Seat Locate the pull strap (lower outboard side of seat), and pull it toward you until the seatback releases. Pull Strap To Raise the Rear Seat Raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interference from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its proper position. If the rear seatback is not fully latched, the NOTE: center shoulder belt will not be able to be extended for use. If you cannot extend the center shoulder belt, make sure your seatback is fully latched. WARNING! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback in not securely locked into position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD Release both the hood latches. Hood Latch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, located in the middle of the hood opening. Push the 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. Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood. To close the hood, remove the support rod from the hood panel and place it in the retaining clip. Lower the hood slowly. Secure both of the hood latches. WARNING! If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision. Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before driving. 94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever controls the operation of the parking lights, headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light, fog lights, instrument panel light dimming and turn signals. The lever is located on the left side of the steering column. Multifunction Lever Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights and Headlights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent for parking lights and instrument panel lights. Turn to the second detent for headlight operation. Headlight Switch UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights, rotate the center portion of the multifunction lever up or down. NOTE: • Lens fogging can occur under certain atmospheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually accelerate the clearing process. • If the driver’s door is left open, and the headlights or parking lights are left on, the high Beam Indicator Light will remain illuminated and a chime will sound. Lights-On Reminder If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound when the driver’s door is opened. 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Dimmer Switch Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam. Flash-To-Pass You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer- ing wheel. This will turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released. Front Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is located on the multi- function lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever. NOTE: The fog lights will only operate with the parking lights or the headlights on low beam. Selecting high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights. Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down, and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash, to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. If either light has a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the lever is moved, it would suggest that the fuse or indicator is defective or there may be a circuit failure. NOTE: A tone will chime if the turn signals are left on for more than 1 mile (2 km). Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times the automatically turn off. Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped The headlights come on at a low intensity level after the vehicle has been driven approximately 3 ft (1 m). They will turn off when the vehicle is turned off or when the headlights are switched on. Interior Lights The overhead light will come on when a door is opened. It may also be turned on by rotating the control for the dimmer switch on the multifunction lever fully upward. The overhead light will automatically turn off in approxi- mately 20 minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer control is left in the dome light position. Turn the ignition switch ON to restore the overhead light operation. Cargo Lamp The courtesy and dome lights will turn on when the front doors are opened, when the dimmer control (rotating wheel on the right side of the switch) is rotated to the UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 upward detent position, or if equipped, when the UN- LOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Also, the rear cargo lamp may be turned on by pressing the lens. Press the lens a second time to turn the light off. Cargo Lamp 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE When a door is open and the interior lights are on, rotating the dimmer control all the way down to the off detent will cause all the interior lights to turn off. This is also known as the ⬙Party⬙ mode because it allows the doors to stay open for extended periods of time without discharging the vehicle’s battery. Rear Cargo Lamp (Four-Door Models) Daytime Brightness Feature Certain instrument panel components (instrument clus- ter, radio display) can be illuminated at full brightness during the daytime. This can be helpful when driving with your headlights on during the daytime, such as in a parade or a funeral procession. To activate this feature, rotate the left stalk one detent lower than the dome light. WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS Windshield Wiper Operation The windshield wiper/washer control lever operates the windshield wipers and washers when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The lever is located on the right side of the steering column. Rotate the end of the control lever upward to the second detent for low-speed wiper operation, or to the third detent for high-speed operation. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 CAUTION! In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted. High/Low Speed 1 — Low-Speed Operation 2 — High-Speed Operation 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be- tween cycles, desirable. Move the lever to the delay position, then select the delay interval by turning the end of the lever. The delay can be regulated between 2 to 30 seconds between cycles. Intermittent Settings 1 — Minimum Delay 2 — Maximum Delay UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid. TILT STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. Windshield Washers To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will operate for two wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermit- tent interval previously selected. If the lever is pulled while in the off position, the wipers will operate for as long as the lever is held plus one wipe cycle, then turn off. Mist Feature Push down on the wiper lever to activate a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate. 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down, as desired. Pull upwards on the lever to lock the column firmly in place. WARNING! Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col- umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve- hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving. ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED Electronic Speed Control takes over the accelerator op- eration at speeds greater than 35 mph (56 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. Tilt Steering Column UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 simultaneously. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Con- trol System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the Elec- tronic Speed Control system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The cruise indicator light will turn off. The Electronic Speed Control system should be turned off when not in use. Electronic Speed Control Lever In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- NOTE: tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated 104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when you are not using it. To Set a Desired Speed When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, press down on the lever and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pressing the SET lever. To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, pulling the Electronic Speed Control lever toward you, or normal brake or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed memory. To Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, push the RESUME ACCEL lever up and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph (32 km/h). To Vary the Speed Setting When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in- crease speed by pushing up and holding the RESUME ACCEL lever. If the lever is continually held in the RESUME ACCEL position, the set speed will continue to increase in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the lever is released. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached and the new set speed will be established. Tapping RESUME ACCEL once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed increase. Each time the Electronic Speed Control lever is tapped, speed increases so that tapping the Electronic Speed Control lever three times will increase speed by 3 mph (4.8 km/h), etc. To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set, push down and hold the SET DECEL lever. If the lever is continually held in the SET DECEL position, the set speed will continue to decrease in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments until the lever is released. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new set speed will be established. Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a 1 mph (1.6 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed decreases. Manual Transmission Pressing the clutch pedal will disengage the Electronic Speed Control. A slight increase in engine RPM before the Electronic Speed Control disengages is normal. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may need to be shifted into a lower gear to climb hills without speed loss. WARNING! Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. An accident could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery. To Accelerate for Passing Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed. 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain and/or more frequent downshifts (auto transmission only) may occur so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control. ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET There are two 12-Volt (DC) auxiliary power outlets that can provide up to 160 Watts (13 Amps) of current for accesso- ries designed for use with the standard power outlet adapters. The power outlet, located in the lower portion of the instrument panel, has a snap-on plastic cap so that it can be covered when not in use. When the optional cigar lighter heating element is used in the left-side power outlet, it heats when pushed in and pops out automatically when ready for use. To preserve the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position. NOTE: Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12-Volts. Power Outlets The left-side power outlet is powered when the key is in the ON or ACC positions. The right-side power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this power outlet may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting. WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only connectors designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an the vehicle. electric shock and failure. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. • Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these inter- mittently and with greater caution. • After the use of high-power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery. (Continued) 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces- sory bracket from the plug. CUPHOLDERS Front Cupholders The front cupholders are located in the center console. Front Cupholders NOTE: The front cupholder insert is removable for cleaning. Rear Cupholders The rear cupholders are located on the back of the center console. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 STORAGE Console Storage Compartment To lock or unlock the storage compartment, insert igni- tion the key and turn. To open the storage compartment, press the latch and lift the cover. Rear Cupholders Center Console 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Storage Compartment The rear storage compartment cover is held by a spring- loaded latch. In order to remove the rear storage com- partment cover, use the following procedure: NOTE: The rear storage compartment latch should not be used as cargo tie-down. 1. Flip up the pull loop so it is perpendicular (straight up) to the top surface of the tray. 2. Pull up on the loop and twist it 90 degrees, so it is parallel to the slotted hole in the tray. 3. Open the rear compartment cover. Rear Storage Cover DUAL TOP — IF EQUIPPED If your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Top, you must remove one of the tops from the vehicle. If the soft top is removed, the pivot brackets must also be removed from the sport bar. The soft top was installed at the factory for shipping purposes only. The soft top and the UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • Two rear swing gate brackets 2. Remove the hard top. Refer to “Freedom Top Three- Piece Modular Hard Top — Front/Rear Panel Removal” later in this section. 3. Remove the soft top bow assembly pivot bracket screws (two per side) using a #T30 Torx威 head driver. hard top are to be used independently. Removal is mandatory to prevent any possible wear and tear on the soft top. Your vehicle warranty will not cover damage resulting from both tops remaining on the vehicle at the same time for extended periods of time. Removing the Soft Top 1. Locate and remove the two boxes that contain the following items: • Right and left door frames • Door frame attachment knobs (four for two-door models, six for four-door models) • Right and left quarter windows • Rear window • Two rear window roll up straps • Two Sunrider威 secure straps (if equipped) 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Using a rubber mallet, carefully tap the knuckles from the left and right metal pivot brackets. Remove the soft top from the vehicle and store in a clean, dry location. 5. Unzip the zipper on the sport bar cover to expose the pivot brackets. Remove the brackets using a #T30 Torx威 head driver. Recover and re-zip the sports bar cover. Store the pivot brackets and screws in a safe place. 6. Reinstall the hard top. Refer to “Freedom Top Three- Piece Modular Hard Top — Front/Rear Panel Installa- tion” later in this section. Installing the Soft Top NOTE: The following procedures are for first time set up only. For future soft top procedures, refer to “Soft Top” in this section. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 a. If the pivot brackets have been removed, unzip the sport bar covers and attach the pivot brackets to the sports bar with the four screws that were removed using a #T30 Torx威 head driver. Re-cover and re-zip the sport bar covers. 1. Locate and remove the following items prior to hard top removal: • Right and left door frames • Door frame attachment knobs (four for two-door models, six for four-door models) • Right and left quarter windows • Rear window 2. Remove the hard top. Refer to “Freedom Top Three- Piece Modular Hard Top — Front/Rear Panel Removal” later in this section. 3. Install the door frames. Refer to “Door Frame” in this section. 4. If the soft top has been removed, follow these steps to reinstall the soft top. If the soft top is on the vehicle, proceed to step #5. 114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE b. Lay the soft top into the rear of the vehicle with the bows pointing forward and the curved portion of the bows facing upward. c. Tap the knuckles on the side with a rubber mallet to reattach them to the metal pivot brackets. d. Screw the pivot screws back into place using a #T30 Torx威 head driver. Secure them until they are snug, being careful not to cross-thread the screws or over- tighten. CAUTION! Do not overtighten the screws. You can strip the screws if they are overtightened. 5. Remove the swing gate bar (black metal bar for bottom of rear window) and set aside. NOTE: Be sure the wire harness in the left rear corner is not tangled in the soft top bows before you lift the top. 6. Unsnap and remove the black boot cover. This cover should be discarded. It was intended as a protective cover for shipping only. NOTE: A visual instruction sheet is enclosed in the dual top wrap. 7. Put up the soft top. Refer to “Soft Top — Putting Up the Soft Top” in this section. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 FREEDOM TOP THREE-PIECE MODULAR HARD TOP — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! • The hard top is not designed to carry any addi- tional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, build- ing, hunting, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was not designed as a structural member of the vehicle, and thus cannot properly carry any additional loads other than environmen- tal (rain, snow, etc.). • Do not move your vehicle until the top has been either fully attached to the windshield frame and bodyside, or fully removed. Front Panel(s) Removal NOTE: Left panel must be removed before removing right panel. 1. Fold down the sun visor, and move it to the side. 2. Turn the center L-shaped locks (two) from the center of the roof panel. 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew: • It is recommended that the top be free of water prior to panel removal. Removing the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicles interior. • The hard top assembly must be positioned prop- erly to ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak into the vehicles interior. • Careless handling and storage of the removable roof panels may damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicles interior. • The front panel(s) must be positioned properly to ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak into the vehicles interior. 3. Turn the rear L-shaped lock (located above the shoul- der belt anchorage). UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 4. Turn the rear fasteners (knobs) (located on the over- head speaker bar assembly) counter-clockwise until they can be removed. 118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of the windshield. 6. Remove the panel. To remove the right panel, follow the steps above except for Step 2. Front Panel(s) Installation NOTE: Set the panels on the windshield frame so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the panels are sitting flush with the body. 1. Install the right panel first, then the left panel. 2. Reinstall the panel(s) using the same steps for removal in reverse order. Front Panel(s) Installation Only (With Rear Hard Top Removed) 1. Turn the left and right panels over and move the spacer block (located on the rear of the panel) upward 90 degrees. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 2. Install the right panel first, then the left panel. 3. Reinstall the panel(s) using the same steps for removal in reverse order. Rear Hard Top Removal 1. Remove both front panels. Refer to “Front Panel(s) Removal” in this section. 2. Open both doors. 3. Remove the two Torx威 head screws that secure the hard top at the B-pillar (near the top of the door) using a #40 Torx威 head driver (Four–Door Only). 4. Remove the six Torx威 head screws that secure the hard top to the vehicle (along the interior bodyside) using a #40 Torx威 head driver. NOTE: The front panel(s) must be positioned properly to ensure sealing. Set the panels on the windshield frame so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the panels are sitting flush with the body. 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Open the swing gate all the way to ensure clearance of the rear window glass. Lift the rear window glass. 6. Locate the wire harness on the left rear inside corner of the vehicle. 7. Disconnect the rear window washer hose and install the tethered cap. CAUTION! Make sure the storage cap is installed to prevent foreign materials from entering the washer tube and clogging system, and also to prevent fluid from being sprayed into the rear of the vehicle. 8. Disconnect the wire harness from the hard top by pressing the tab at the side of the connector and pulling to disconnect. If the red latch on the connector is locked, push NOTE: the red latch to the right until you can only see the latch on one end (right) of the connector. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the tab to be pressed down and enabling the harness to be disconnected from the hard top. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 9. Close the swing gate. 10. Remove the hard top from the vehicle. Place on a soft surface to prevent damage. 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Hard Top Installation DOOR FRAME If the door frames are installed from soft top NOTE: usage, they must be removed prior to installation of the hard top. 1. Inspect the hard top seals for damage and replace if necessary. 2. Install the hard top using the same steps for removal in reverse order. NOTE: Make sure that the hard top is sitting flush with the body at the sides and check to ensure that there is a uniform gap between the lift glass and hard top. WARNING! • Do not drive your vehicle on pavement with the door frame(s) removed as you will lose the protec- tion that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. • Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew: • Opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) • Careless handling and storage of the removable door frame(s) may damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. • The door frame(s) must be positioned properly to ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. Door Frame Removal — Two-Door Models 1. Unscrew and remove the door frame attachment knobs (two per side). UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 WARNING! Use both hands to remove the door frames. The door frames will fold and could cause injury if both hands are not used. 124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on the front of the door frame. 3. Pull the frame toward you with your rearward hand to remove the frame from the vehicle. 4. Screw the knobs back into the door frame and fold for storage. Store in a secure location. WARNING! • Do not drive your vehicle on pavement with the door frame(s) removed as you will lose the protec- tion that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. • Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. WARNING! Never store the door frames in your vehicle. In an event of an accident, a loose door frame many cause personal injury. If removed, always store the door frames outside of the vehicle. Door Frame Installation — Two-Door Models 1. Unfold door frame and unscrew thumbscrews. 2. Set the door frame pin into the hole on top of the body side, behind the door opening. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 3. After the door frame pin has been set into the body side hole, carefully set the front of the door frame into the rubber seal at the top of the windshield. 4. Starting with the front of the door frame, clip it over the metal side bar and then clip the rear, making sure that the material for the side bar covers is not pinched by the door frame. 126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Starting with the front knob, screw in and tighten both knobs. Repeat on the other side. Door Frame Removal — Four-Door Models 1. Unscrew and remove the two forward most door frame attachment knobs. Use both hands to remove the door frames. The door frames will fold and could cause injury if both hands are not used. WARNING! 2. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on the upper front of the front door frame. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 3. Pull the frame toward you with your front hand to remove the frame from the vehicle. 4. Unscrew and remove the remaining door frame at- tachment knob on the rear door frame. 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Place one hand on the upper rear and one hand on the upper front of the rear door frame. Pull the frame toward you with your rear hand to remove the frame from the vehicle. 6. Screw the knob back into the door frame and fold for storage. Store in a secure location. WARNING! • Do not drive your vehicle on pavement with the door frame(s) removed as you will lose the protec- tion that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. • Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only. WARNING! Never store the door frames in your vehicle. In an event of an accident, a loose door frame many cause personal injury. If removed, always store the door frames outside of the vehicle. Door Frame Installation — Four-Door Models 1. Install the rear door frame first. 2. Set the door frame pin into the hole on top of the body side, just behind the rear door opening. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 3. Position the top of the door frame against the metal sport bar and press onto the side bar making sure not to pinch the material of the sports bar covers and to ensure it is properly positioned on the seal above the front of the rear door. 4. Loosely install the rear knob (long knob) to hold the door rail in position. 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Carefully set the front of the front door frame in the rubber seal at the top of the windshield. Then, clip the front of the door rail over the side bar making sure that the material for the side bar cover is not pinched by the door frame. Position the rear of the front door frame to lay on top of the front of the rear door frame. 6. Loosely install both knobs beginning with the front knob (long knob). Then, install the middle knob (short knob) through the front and rear door frames and screw into the top of the B-pillar. 7. Tighten the front knob, then the rear most knob, and then the middle knob. Repeat this procedure for the other side. SOFT TOP — TWO DOOR MODELS Please visit the owners section of Jeep.com for instruc- tional videos. CAUTION! The soft top is not designed to carry any additional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunt- ing, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was not designed as a structural member of the vehicle and, thus, cannot properly carry any addi- tional loads other than environmental (rain, snow, etc.). If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top has been folded down for a period of time, the top will appear to have shrunk when you raise it, making it difficult to put up. This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl coating on the fabric top. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and the top can then be installed. If the temperature is 41°F (5°C) or below, do not attempt to put the top down or roll the rear or side curtains. CAUTION! • Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car wash. Window scratches and wax build up may result. • Do not lower the top when the temperature is below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result. • Do not move your vehicle until the top has been either fully attached to the windshield frame, or fully lowered. • Do not lower the top with the windows installed. Window and top damage may occur. (Continued) 132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Refer to “Appearance Care for Fabric Top Models” in Section 7 of this manual. It contains important information on cleaning and caring for your vehi- cle’s fabric top. • Do not use any tools (screwdrivers, etc.) to pry or force any of the clamps, clips, or retainers securing the soft top. Do not force or pry the soft top framework when opening or closing. Damage to the top may result. WARNING! • Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window curtain up unless the side curtains are also re- moved. Dangerous exhaust gases could enter the vehicle causing harm to the driver and passengers. • The fabric upper doors and fabric top are designed only for protection against the elements. Do not rely on them to contain occupants within the vehicle or to protect against injury during an accident. Remember, always wear seat belts. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: • It is recommended that the top be free of water prior to opening it. Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. • Careless handling and storage of the soft top may damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. • The soft top must be positioned properly to ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Folding Down The Soft Top 1 — Header Bow 2 — 2–Bow 3 — 3–Bow 4 — Sail Panel 5 — Plastic Retainer 6 — Body Side Retainer 7 — Quarter Window 8 — Check Strap 9 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 10 — Bottom Retainer — Quarter Window UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal to assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft top. If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush. Cleaning products are available through your authorized dealer. 1. If your vehicle has half doors, remove each half-door window by opening the door and lifting the half-door window out. NOTE: Stow the half-door windows carefully outside of the vehicle, never inside, to avoid scratches. 2. Insert your finger behind the plastic retainer. Pull down and roll the retainer out of the channel. Repeat this on the opposite side. 3. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 4. Release the header latches and leave the hooks in the loops on the windshield. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 6. Before unzipping the rear window, release the first 3 in (7.6 cm) of both sail panels from the channel. Remove the swing gate bar by pulling it straight rearward out of the swing gate brackets. 5. Open the swing gate. 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Unzip the rear window starting at the right lower corner of the window. Pull the zipper up, across the top and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pulls will stay on the rear window. Pull down on the rear window to disengage it from the zipper on the top cover. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratch- ing. 7. Undo the Velcro威 that runs along the top and rear edge of the side window. 8. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely unzip the window. 9. Once unzipped, remove the side window retainers from the door channel and body side channel. Repeat this step on the opposite side. 10. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow. 11. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft top. 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 12. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in toward the vehicle to disengage. 13. Completely release the latches from the loops on the windshield frame. If your vehicle is not equipped with the Sunrider威 package, proceed to Step 16. 14. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid forward over the Sunrider威 link (Sunrider威 Models only). UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 15. Unlatch the side bows from both door rails (Sun- rider威 Models only). 16. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to prevent possible damage to the rear center high-mounted brake light. Move to the front of the vehicle. Grasp the side bow behind the header and lift the top, folding it toward the rear of the vehicle. 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera- tion. When the top is completely down, position the drip rails so they make a “v-shape”; this prevents damage to the soft top material. 17. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows and as far inward as possible. This will keep any portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle. 18. Close the front header latches. 19. Remove the door frames, if desired. Refer to “Door Frame” in this section. Putting Up The Soft Top UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 1 — Header Bow 2 — 2– Bow 3 — 3–Bow 4 — Sail Panel 5 — Plastic Retainer 6 — Body Side Retainer 7 — Quarter Window 8 — Check Strap 9 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 10 — Bottom Retainer — Quarter Window 144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels 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 is slid rearward over Sunrider威 link (Sunrider威 Models only). UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 4. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the side bow and the 2–bow (middle bow) up and over the sports bar until the header rests on the top of the windshield frame. 5. Before attaching the header latches, be sure that the top retainers above the door are not trapped between the top and the door frame. 146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Make sure the Sunrider威 bracket on the side bows latches to the door rails (Sunrider威 Models only). 7. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each side onto the windshield loops (do not close the latches). 8. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior side of the body channel. Then, rotate it rearward and over the channel until it snaps onto the exterior part of the rail. To be properly located, the bracket must only be clipped to the shortened rail edge. 9. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail panels over the rear roof bow. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 10. Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body side channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rear window loose (on both sides). Pulling down on the rear roof bow (3–bow) will aid to reach the channel with the retainers. 148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 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 in (2.5 cm). 12. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro威 along the top and rear of the window. Repeat this step for the opposite side. 1 — Incorrect Insertion 2 — Correct Insertion 13. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by 150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 14. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear window. The spongy part of the seal should be down and pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when closed. 15. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends at the lower left corner of the rear window opening. Ensure that the zippers are properly started and aligned before zipping to prevent damage. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Run the zipper fully around to the right side of the window. 17. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing gate brackets. 18. Apply downward pressure on the top corner of the rear soft top bow (3–bow), then complete attaching the sail panel retainers into the body side channel. 19. Open the doors and insert the roof retainers into the channels above the door, starting at the front and work- ing rearward. 20. Close the header latches and return the sun visors to their secured position. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 SOFT TOP (FOUR-DOOR MODELS) Please visit the owner’s section of Jeep.com for instruc- tional videos. CAUTION! The soft top is not designed to carry any additional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunt- ing, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was not designed as a structural member of the vehicle, and thus cannot properly carry any addi- tional loads other than environmental (rain, snow, etc.). If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top has been folded down for a period of time, the top will appear to have shrunk when you raise it, making it difficult to put up. This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl coating on the fabric top. 154 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and the top can then be snapped into place. If the tempera- ture is 41°F (5°C) or below, do not attempt to put the top down or roll the rear or side curtains. CAUTION! • Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car wash. Window scratches and wax buildup may result. • Do not lower the top when the temperature is below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result. • Do not lower the top when the windows are dirty. • Do not move your vehicle until the top has been either fully attached to the windshield frame, or fully lowered. Grit may scratch the window. (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) Window and top damage may occur. • Do not lower the top with the windows installed. • Refer to “Appearance Care for Fabric Top Models” in Section 7 of this manual. It contains important information on cleaning and caring for your vehi- cle’s fabric top. • Do not use any tools (screwdrivers, etc.) to pry or force any of the clamps, clips, or retainers securing the soft top. Do not force or pry the soft top framework when opening or closing. Damage to the top may result. WARNING! • Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window curtain up unless the side curtains are also open. Dangerous exhaust gases which can kill could enter the vehicle. • The fabric upper doors and fabric top are designed only for protection against the elements. Do not rely on them to contain occupants within the vehicle or to protect against injury during an accident. Remember, always wear seat belts. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155 CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: • It is recommended that the top be free of water prior to opening it. Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. • Careless handling and storage of the soft top may damage the seals, causing water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. • The soft top must be positioned properly to ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. 156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Do not remove any of the three attachment knobs unless you are planning on installing the hard top. Folding Down The Soft Top UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 157 1 — Header Bow 2 — 2–Bow 3 — 3–Bow 4 — 4–Bow 5 — Sail Panel 6 — Body Side Retainer 7 — Quarter Window 8 — Check Strap 9 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 10 — Bottom Retainer — Quarter Window 11 — Plastic Retainer 158 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels NOTE: Clean side and rear windows before removal to assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft top. If zippers are difficult to operate due to road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a small brush. Cleaning products are available through your authorized dealer. 1. If your vehicle has half-doors, remove each half-door window by opening the door and lifting the half-door window out. NOTE: Stow half-door windows carefully outside of the vehicle, never inside, to avoid scratches. 2. Above the front of the rear door, place your finger up into the cutout in the plastic retainer and pull down, rolling both the front and rear retainers out of the door frame. Repeat this on the other side. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159 3. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 160 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 4. Release the header latches and hooks from the loops on the windshield frame. 6. Before unzipping the rear window, release the first 3 in (7.6 cm) of both sail panels from the channel. Remove the swing gate bar by pulling it straight rearward out of the swing gate brackets. 5. Open the swing gate. • Unzip the rear window starting at the right lower corner of the window. Pull the zipper up, across the top and down to the left lower corner. Zipper pulls will stay on the rear window. Pull down on the rear window to disengage it from the zipper on the top cover. Stow the windows carefully to avoid scratch- ing. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161 7. Undo the Velcro威 that runs along the top and rear edge of the side window. 8. Beginning from the rear lower corner, completely unzip the window. 9. Once unzipped, remove the side window retainers from the door channel and body side channel. Repeat this step on the opposite side. 162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 10. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle. NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow. 11. Fold the sail panels so that they rest on top of the soft top. 12. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket forward while rolling the entire bracket back in toward the vehicle to disengage. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163 13. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift the top. 164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 14. Fold back the front section of the top, pulling the fabric rearward. Gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck. 15. Fold the top material so that the plastic retainers form a “W” as shown. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. 16. Release the side bows by pressing down on the latch above the front of the rear door. Push the top rearward to disengage. Repeat this step on the other side. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165 17. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to prevent possible damage to the rear center high-mounted brake light. Grasp the folded side bows and slide the top along the door frame track to the rear door frame. 166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 18. Gently slide the side bows off the door frame track and lower the top down into the vehicle. NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera- tion. 20. Once the top is fully down, use the Velcro威 straps provided to secure the top to the vehicle by wrapping the strap around the side bows and through the slot on the body. 19. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows as far inside as possible. This will keep any portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle. 21. Close the front header latches. 22. Remove the door frames, if desired. Refer to “Door Frame” in this section. Putting Up The Soft Top UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167 1 — Header Bow 2 — 2–Bow 3 — 3–Bow 4 — 4–Bow 5 — Sail Panel 6 — Body Side Retainer 7 — Quarter Window 8 — Check Strap 9 — Front Retainer — Quarter Window 10 — Bottom Retainer — Quarter Window 11 — Plastic Retainer 168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 1 — Zipper Start 2 — Zipper Finish 3 — Swing Gate Bar 4 — Swing Gate Brackets 5 — Sail Panels UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169 NOTE: Be extremely careful when putting up the soft top to prevent the doors from getting scratched. It may be helpful to open the rear doors. 1. Install the door frames, if removed. Refer to “Door Frame” in this section. 2. Undo the straps used to secure the top in the down position and store in secure location. 3. Open the swing gate. 4. Grasp the folded side bows and lift to the top of the rear door frames. NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera- tion. 170 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Insert the slider feature of the knuckles into the door frame tracks and slide the top forward. 6. Ensure that the top locks into the Sunrider威 locking mechanisms that are located above the front of the rear doors. 7. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 8. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the side bow until it rests on the windshield frame. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 171 both ends of the 2–bow (forward-most bow) seat prop- erly on the side bows above the front doors. They should cradle the tubing. Finally, make sure that the check strap (the long, woven strap reaching from the rear bow to the 2–bow) does not get entangled in any of the framework when unfolding the top. 9. Before attaching the header latches, be sure the top retainers above the doors do not get trapped between the top and the door frame. Also, make certain the feet at 172 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 10. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each side onto the windshield loops (do not close the latches). 11. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior side of the body channel. Then, rotate it rearward and over the channel until it snaps onto the exterior part of the rail. To be properly located, the bracket must only be clipped to the shortened rail edge. 12. Ensure that the straps are positioned correctly before pulling the sail panels over the rear roof bow (4–bow). UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173 Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body side channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the rear window loose (on both sides). Pulling down on the rear roof bow (4–bow) will aid in reaching the channel with the retainers. 174 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 13. To install the side windows, affix the window tem- porarily by attaching it to the Velcro威 in the upper rear corner. Start the zipper but close only about 1 in (2.5 cm). 14. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the window. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 175 closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro威 along the top and rear of the window. Repeat this step for the opposite side. 1 — Incorrect Insertion 2 — Correct Insertion 15. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the window into the bottom side channel, beginning at the front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by 176 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 16. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear window. The spongy part of the seal should be down and pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when closed. 17. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends at the lower left corner of the rear window opening. Ensure that the zippers are properly started and aligned before zipping to prevent damage. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 177 19. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing gate brackets. 18. Run the first zipper fully around to the right side of the window. 20. Complete the installation of the sail panel by insert- ing the rest of the retainer into the body channel. 178 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 21. Open the doors and insert the top retainers into the channels in the door frame above the doors, starting at the front and working toward the rear of the vehicle. 22. Ensure the plastic retainer is tucked in properly at the B-pillar and not pinching the seal. 23. Close the header latches and return the sun visors to their secured position. SUNRIDER姞 (TWO-DOOR MODELS) — IF EQUIPPED UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 179 CAUTION! Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. If you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph NOTE: (64 km/h) with the Sunrider威 feature open, it is recom- mended that you remove the rear window of the vehicle. 180 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Opening the Sunrider姞 1. Insert your finger behind the plastic retainer. Pull down and roll the retainer out of the channel. Repeat this on the other side. 3. Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame. 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 4. Slide the plastic sleeve forward. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 181 NOTE: The Sunrider威 latch on the door rail should not be activated for Sunrider威 use. If activated, the soft top must be reinstalled starting from the sail panels. 5. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the material is folded back as shown. 182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 6. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap the straps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other side. 7. Reposition the sun visors. Closing the Sunrider姞 1. Remove the straps from the side bows. 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 3. Grasp the front header and pull it to the front of the vehicle. 4. Hook the header latches to the loops on the wind- shield frame, close latches, and return the sun visors to their original positions. 5. Slide the plastic sleeve rearward over the Sunrider威 link. 6. Tuck the drip rail retainers into the door frame slots. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183 NOTE: All plastic retainers must be removed from the door rail prior to the operation of the Sunrider威. SUNRIDER姞 (FOUR-DOOR MODELS) — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. If you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph NOTE: (64 km/h) with the Sunrider威 feature open, it is recom- mended that you remove the rear window of the vehicle. To Open 1. Above the front of the rear door, place your finger up into the cutout in the plastic retainer and pull down, rolling both the front and rear retainers out of the door frame. Repeat this on the other side. 184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side. 3. Release the header latches from the loops on the windshield frame. 4. Grasp the front side bow behind the header, and lift the top. 5. Fold back the front section of the top and gently rest the header on top of the rear portion of the deck. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 185 6. Fold the top material so that the plastic retainers form a “W” as shown. Enter the vehicle and move the material into two folds. Ensure that the straps are securely stowed. 7. Close the front header latches. 186 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 8. Secure the top by using the two provided straps. Each strap will wrap around the side bow and Velcro威 to itself; use one strap on each side of the vehicle. To Close Perform the above steps in the opposite order. NOTE: Failure to fold the fabric rearward will allow the material to sag and may block the rearview mirror. FOLDING WINDSHIELD The fold-down windshield and removable side bars on your vehicle are structural elements that can provide some protection in some accidents. The windshield also provides some protection against weather, road debris and intrusion of small branches and other objects. Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the windshield down and the side bars removed as you lose the protec- tion these structural elements can provide. If required for certain off-road uses, the side bars can be removed and the windshield folded down. However, the protection afforded by these features is then lost. If you remove the side bars and fold down the windshield, drive slowly and cautiously. It is recommended that the speed of the vehicle be limited to 10 mph (16 km/h), with low range operation preferred if you are driving off-road with the windshield folded down. Raise the windshield and reinstall the side bars as soon as the task that required their removal is completed and before you return to on-road driving. Both you and your passenger should wear seat belts at all times, on-road and off-road, regardless of whether the windshield is raised or folded down. Outside rearview mirrors are mounted on the doors. If you choose to remove the doors, see your authorized dealer for a replacement cowl-mounted outside mirror. Federal law requires outside mirrors on vehicles for on-road use. WARNING! Carefully follow these warnings to help protect against personal injury: • Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the wind- shield down. (Continued) UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 187 WARNING! (Continued) securely fastened, either up or down. all times when the windshield is down. • Do not drive your vehicle unless the windshield is • Eye protection, such as goggles, should be worn at • Be sure that you carefully follow the instructions for raising the windshield. Make sure that the folding windshield, windshield wipers, side bars, and all associated hardware and fasteners are correctly and tightly assembled before driving your vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions may prevent your vehicle from providing you and your passengers protection in some accidents. • If you remove the doors, store them outside the vehicle. In the event of an accident, a loose door may cause personal injury. 188 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lowering the Windshield and Removing Side Bars 1. Lower the fabric top or remove the hard top following the instructions in this manual. NOTE: To assist in properly reinstalling side bars, mark the original locations prior to removing. 2. Remove the two top hex bolts (13 mm), and the one side hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the trim (Do not remove plastic corner trim, sun visor bolts, or sport bar covering). 3. Open the sport bar Velcro covering. 4. Remove the one hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the plastic trim on the bottom side of the side bar, one hex bolt (13 mm) on the side of the side bar, and one hex bolt (13 mm) on top of the side bar. NOTE: Pull side bar out horizontally when removing. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 189 NOTE: Store all of the mounting bolts in their original threaded holes and tighten for safekeeping. 5. Remove the side bar assembly, and reattach the sport bar Velcro威 covering. 6. To safely store the side bars in your vehicle, use four cinch straps (available from your authorized dealer). Attach the straps through the slots located on the floor behind the folded rear seat at the front of the storage bin cover. WARNING! You or others could be injured if you carry the side bars loose in your vehicle. Remove the side bars from the vehicle or securely store them as described or they may cause personal injury if an accident occurs. See your authorized dealer for the cinch straps. CAUTION! Do not remove the head impact foam from the side bars, as damage to the foam may result. 190 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. Remove the windshield wiper arms by first pulling the wiper away from the windshield and out to the “lock” position. Unsnap the wiper arm nut caps, and remove the retaining nuts. Lift the wiper arms off and store them in the center console or securely behind the rear seat. It may be necessary to use a battery terminal NOTE: puller tool in order to separate the wiper arms from the shaft after the nuts have been removed. 8. Remove the lower windshield plates by removing the six black round-headed Torx威 head screws (using a #40 Torx威 head driver) on each side of the base of the windshield. it contacts the 9. Lower the windshield gently until rubber hood bumpers. 10. Secure the windshield by passing a cinch strap through the footman hoop on the center of the hood and on the center of the windshield frame. Tighten the strap to secure the windshield in place. Raising the Windshield and Replacing Side Bars 1. Raise the windshield. 2. Loosely attach the rear of the side bar to the sport bar. Refer to Step 4 of “Lowering Windshield And Removing Side Bars” earlier in this section. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 191 3. Attach the front of the side bar to the windshield frame. • Install the top two hex bolts (13 mm) first, then the lower side hex bolt (13 mm). The lower side bolt will not align until the top two bolts are installed. • Reattach the sport bar Velcro威 covering. 4. Tighten all side bar attachment bolts. 192 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 5. Install the lower windshield plates with the six black round-headed Torx威 head screws (using a #40 Torx威 head driver) on each side of the base of the windshield. REAR WINDOW FEATURES — HARD TOP ONLY Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped A rotary ring switch on the control lever (located on the right side of the steering column), controls the operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotating the center of the switch up to the “On” position will activate the wiper. Rotating the switch ring beyond the “On” or “Off” position will activate the rear washer. The washer pump will continue to operate as long as the lever or ring is engaged. Upon release, the wipers will cycle three times before returning to the set position. 6. Reinstall the wiper arms. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193 to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper will resume function at whichever position the switch is set at. Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped The rear window defroster button is located on the bottom right-side of the blower control knob. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indica- tor in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 10 minutes. For an addi- tional five minutes of operation, press the button a second time. NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating. Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch 1 — Rear Wiper Position 2 — Rear Washer Position If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned to the LOCK position, the wiper will automatically return 194 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water. • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. • Keep all objects a safe distance from the window. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 䡵 Instrument Cluster Description . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 䡵 Compass And Trip Computer — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 ▫ Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 ▫ Trip Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 ▫ Compass Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . 215 䡵 Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And 6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX Jack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 ▫ Operating Instructions - Radio Mode . . . . . . 219 ▫ Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 227 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files . . . . . . . 229 ▫ List Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 ▫ Info Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA Play) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 䡵 Sales Code (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio – If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 ▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition System (VR) — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 ▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect威 phone — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 ▫ Clock Setting Procedure 䡵 Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode . . . . . 237 ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 ▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode . . . . 245 䡵 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 ▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode . . . . . 246 ▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD And MP3 Audio Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 ▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 ▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . . . . . 256 ▫ Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) . . . . . . 256 䡵 uconnect威 studios (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) . . . . . . . . . 258 ▫ Selecting uconnect威 studios (Satellite)

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2009 Jeep Wrangler Owners Manual