Jeep 2015 Wrangler Operating Information Manual

Wrangler

OPERATING INFORMATION

2015

Wrangler

15JK72-126-ARA-AA

Table of Contents

1

INTRODUCTION

.....................................................................3

2

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

.............................................9

3

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

.............................................57

4

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

.................................................169

5

STARTING AND OPERATING

............................................................209

6

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

..........................................................287

7

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

...........................................................303

8

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

............................................................345

9

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

.....................................................347

10

INDEX

.........................................................................351

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INTRODUCTION

• INTRODUCTION ...............................4

• ROLLOVER WARNING............................4

• IMPORTANT NOTICE ............................5

• HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .......................6

• WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS .......................8

• VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..................8

• VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ...............8

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler

Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it repre-

sents precision workmanship, distinctive styl-

ing, and high quality - all essentials that are

traditional to our vehicles.

This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go

places and perform tasks that conventional

passenger cars are not intended. It handles and

maneuvers differently from many passenger

cars both on-road and off-road, so take time to

become familiar with your vehicle.

The two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was

designed for on-road use only. It is not intended

for off-road driving or use in other severe con-

ditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle.

Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the

Owner’s Manual and all the Supplements. Be

sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,

particularly those used for braking, steering,

and transmission and transfer case shifting.

Learn how your vehicle handles on different

road surfaces. Your driving skills will improve

with experience, but as in driving any vehicle,

take it easy as you begin. When driving off-road

or working the vehicle, don’t overload it or

expect it to overcome the forces of nature.

Always observe local laws wherever you drive.

As with other vehicles of this type, failure to

operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss

of control or a collision. Be sure to read the

“On-Road/ Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting

And Operating” for further information.

NOTE:

After reviewing the owner information, it

should be stored in the vehicle for conve-

nient referencing and remain with the ve-

hicle when sold.

Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may

result in loss of control or a collision.

Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds may

result in loss of control, collision with other

vehicles or objects, going off the road, or over-

turning; any of which may lead to serious injury

or death. Also, failure to use seat belts subjects

the driver and passengers to a greater risk of

injury or death.

To keep your vehicle running at its best, have

your vehicle serviced at recommended intervals

by an authorized dealer or distributor who has

the qualified personnel, special tools and equip-

ment to perform all service.

The manufacturer and its distributors are vitally

interested in your complete satisfaction with this

vehicle. If you encounter a service or warranty

problem which is not resolved to your satisfac-

tion, discuss the matter with your authorized

dealer or distributor’s management.

Your authorized dealer or distributor will be

happy to assist you with any questions about

your vehicle.

ROLLOVER WARNING

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll-

over rate than other types of vehicles. This

vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a

higher center of gravity than many passenger

cars. It is capable of performing better in a wide

variety of off-road applications. Driven in an

unsafe manner, all vehicles can go out of con-

trol. Because of the higher center of gravity and

the narrower track, ifthis vehicle is out of control

it may roll over when some other vehicles may

not.

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Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers,

or other unsafe driving actions that can cause

loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this

vehicle safely may result in a collision, rollover

of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive

carefully.

Failure to use the driver and passenger seat

belts provided is a major cause of severe or

fatal injury. In a rollover crash, an unbelted

person is significantly more likely to die than a

person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLI-

CATION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFOR-

MATION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICA-

TION APPROVAL. THE RIGHT IS RESERVED

TO PUBLISH REVISIONS AT ANY TIME.

This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with

the assistance of service and engineering spe-

cialists to acquaint you with the operation and

maintenance of your new vehicle. It is supple-

mented by a Warranty Information Booklet

and various customer-oriented documents. You

are urged to read these publications carefully.

Following the instructions and recommenda-

tions in this Owner’s Manual will help assure

safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

After you have read the Owner’s Manual, it

should be stored in the vehicle for convenient

reference and remain with the vehicle when sold.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make

changes in design and specifications, and/or to

make additions to or improvements in its products

without imposing any obligations upon itself to

install them onproducts previously manufactured.

The Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes

the features that are standard or available as

extra cost options. Therefore, some of the

equipment and accessories in this publication

may not appear on your vehicle.

NOTE:

Be sure to read the Owner’s Manual first

before driving your vehicle and before at-

taching or installing parts/accessories or

making other modifications to the vehicle.

In view of the many replacement parts and

accessories from various manufacturers avail-

able on the market, the manufacturer cannot be

certain that the driving safety of your vehicle will

not be impaired bythe attachment or installation

of such parts. Even if such parts are officially-

approved (for example, by a general operating

permit for the part or by constructing the part in

an officially approved design), or if an individual

operating permit was issued for the vehicle after

the attachment or installation of such parts, it

cannot be implicitly assumed that the driving

safety of your vehicle is unimpaired. Therefore,

neither experts nor official agencies are liable.

Rollover Warning Label

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The manufacturer only assumes responsibility

when parts, which are expressly authorized or

recommended by the manufacturer, are at-

tached or installed at an authorized dealer. The

same applies when modifications to the original

condition are subsequently made on the manu-

facturer’s vehicles.

Your warranties do not cover any part that the

manufacturer did not supply. Nor do they cover

the cost of anyrepairs or adjustments that might

be caused or needed because of the installation

or use of non-manufacturer parts, components,

equipment, materials, or additives. Nor do your

warranties cover the costs of repairing damage

or conditions caused by any changes to your

vehicle that do not comply with the manufactur-

ers specifications.

Original MOPAR® parts and accessories and

other products approved by the manufacturer,

including qualified advice, are available at your

authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that your

authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has

the factory-trained technicians and genuine

MOPAR® parts, and is interested in your satis-

faction.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the Table of Contents to determine which

section contains the information you desire.

Since the specification of your vehicle depends

on the items of equipment ordered, certain

descriptions and illustrations may differ from

your vehicle’s equipment.

The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s

Manual contains a complete listing of all sub-

jects.

Consult the following table for a description of

the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or

throughout this Owner’s Manual:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS

against operating procedures that could result

in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains

CAUTIONS against procedures that could re-

sult in damage to your vehicle. If you do not

read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss

important information. Observe all Warnings

and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

NUMBER

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is

found on the left front corner of the instrument

panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle

through the windshield. This number also ap-

pears underbody, on the right side of the frame

rail near the center of the vehicle, as well as on

the Automobile Information Disclosure Label

affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this

label for a convenient record of your vehicle

identification number and optional equipment.

The VIN is also stamped on either right or left

hand side of the engine block.

NOTE:

It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN plate.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/

ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this ve-

hicle could seriously affect its roadworthi-

ness and safety and may lead to a collision

resulting in serious injury or death.

Vehicle Identification Number

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING

YOUR VEHICLE

• A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ......................12

• Ignition Key Removal ..........................12

• Key-In-Ignition Reminder ........................13

• STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED ..............13

• To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel ................13

• To Release The Steering Wheel Lock .................13

• Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System ........13

• SENTRY KEY® ...............................13

• Replacement Keys ...........................14

• Customer Key Programming ......................14

• General Information ...........................14

• VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED ............15

• Rearming Of The System ........................15

• To Arm The System ...........................15

• To Disarm The System .........................15

• ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED ................16

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• REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF EQUIPPED ...........16

• To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate ..................16

• Remote Key Unlock On First Press ....................16

• To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate....................17

• To Turn Off Flash Lights With Lock ....................17

• Transmitter Battery Replacement .....................18

• General Information .............................18

• DOORS ......................................18

• Upper Half Door Window Removal — If Equipped............18

• Upper Half Door Window Installation — If Equipped ..........19

• Front Door Removal .............................19

• Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models) .................20

• DOOR LOCKS ..................................22

• Manual Door Locks .............................22

• Power Door Locks — If Equipped .....................23

• Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors ..........24

• WINDOWS ....................................25

• Power Windows — If Equipped ......................25

• Wind Buffeting ................................26

• REAR SWING GATE ..............................26

• OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....................27

• Important Safety Precautions .......................27

• Seat Belt Systems ..............................28

• Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..................33

• Child Restraints ...............................40

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• ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..............53

• Additional Requirements For Diesel Engine — If Equipped ....54

• SAFETY TIPS ................................54

• Transporting Passengers ........................54

• Exhaust Gas ...............................54

• Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle ........55

•

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle . . .56

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

The authorized dealer that sold you your new

vehicle has the key codenumbers for your vehicle

locks. These numbers can be used to order

duplicate keys. Ask your authorized dealer for

these numbers and keep them in a safe place.

Ignition Key Removal

1. Place the shift lever in PARK (if equipped

with an automatic transmission).

2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC (Acces-

sory) position.

3. Push the key and cylinder inward and rotate

the key to the LOCK position.

4. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock

cylinder.

WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the

parking brake, shift the transmission into

PARK, and remove the Key Fob from the

ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always

lock your vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or

with access to an unlocked vehicle.

•

Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat-

tended is dangerous for a number of rea-

sons. A child or others could be seriously or

fatally injured. Children should be warned

not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal

or the transmission gear selector.

• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the

vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-

dren. A child could operate power win-

dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

• Do not leave children or animals inside

parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior

heat build-up may cause serious injury or

death.

Vehicle Key With RKE Transmitter

Ignition Switch Positions

1 — LOCK

3 — ON/RUN

2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)

4—START

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CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves.

Always remove key from the ignition and lock

all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-

tended.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the

ignition sounds a signal to remind you to re-

move the key.

NOTE:

The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds

when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK

or ACC position.

STEERING WHEEL LOCK —

IF EQUIPPED

Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive

steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering

the vehicle without the ignition key. If the steer-

ing wheel is moved approximately a half turn in

either direction, and thekey is not in the ignition,

the steering wheel will lock.

To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel

With the engine running, rotate the steering

wheel one–half revolution from the straight

ahead position, turn off the engine, and remove

the key. Rotate the steering wheel slightly in

both directions until the lock engages.

To Release The Steering Wheel Lock

Insert the key in the ignition, and turn the wheel

slightly to the left or right, to disengage the lock.

NOTE:

If you turned the wheel to the right to engage

the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to

the right to disengage it. If you turned the

wheel to the left to engage the lock, turn the

wheel slightly to the left to disengage it.

Automatic Transmission Ignition

Interlock System

This system prevents the key from being re-

moved unless the shift lever is in PARK. It also

prevents shifting out of PARK unless the key is

in the ON/RUN position, and the brake pedal is

depressed.

SENTRY KEY®

The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system prevents

unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the

engine. The system does not need to be armed

or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless

of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.

The system uses ignition keys which have an

embedded electronic chip (transponder) to pre-

vent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore,

only keys that are programmed to the vehicle

can be used to start and operate the vehicle.

The system will shut the engine off in two

seconds if someone uses an invalid key to start

the engine.

NOTE:

A key which has not been programmed is

also considered an invalid key, even if it is

cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for

that vehicle.

During normal operation, after turning on the

ignition switch, the Vehicle Security Light will

turn on for three seconds for a bulb check. If the

light remains on afterthe bulb check, it indicates

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that there is a problem with the electronics. In

addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb

check, it indicates that someone used an invalid

key to start the engine. Either of these condi-

tions will result in the engine being shut off after

two seconds.

If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during

normal vehicle operation (vehicle running for

longer than 10 seconds), it indicates that there

is a fault in the electronics. Should this occur,

have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible

by an authorized dealer.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not

compatible with some aftermarket remote

starting systems. Use of these systems may

result in vehicle starting problemsand loss of

security protection.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle

have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Keys

NOTE:

Only keys that have been programmed to

the vehicle electronics can be used to start

the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key® has been

programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be pro-

grammed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

Always remove Sentry Keys from the vehicle

and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle

unattended.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is

provided with a four-digit Personal Identification

Number (PIN). Keep the PIN in a secure loca-

tion. This number is required for authorized

dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys

consists of programming a blank key to the

vehicle electronics. A blank key is one which

has never been programmed. See your autho-

rized dealer if you require replacement or addi-

tional keys for your vehicle.

NOTE:

When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer

system serviced, bring all vehicle keys with

you to the authorized dealer.

Customer Key Programming

See your authorized dealer if you require re-

placement or additional keys for your vehicle.

General Information

The Sentry Key® operates on a carrier fre-

quency of 433.92 MHz. The Sentry Key® Im-

mobilizer system is subject to the following

conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interfer-

ence.

• This device must accept any interference

that may be received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

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VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM —

IF EQUIPPED

The Vehicle SecurityAlarm monitors the vehicle

doors, hood, swing gate, and ignition for unau-

thorized operation.

If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle

SecurityAlarm willsound the horn intermittently,

the headlights will turn on, flash the turn signal

lights, and flash the Vehicle Security Light in the

cluster.

Rearming Of The System

If something triggers the alarm, and no action is

taken to disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm

will turn off the horn after 29 seconds, and turn

off all of the visual signals after an additional

31 seconds, then the Vehicle SecurityAlarm will

rearm itself.

To Arm The System

1. Remove the key from the ignition switch and

exit the vehicle.

2. Lock the doors and swing gate by pressing

the power door LOCK switch or the LOCK

button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

transmitter.

NOTE:

The Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm if you

lock the doors with the manual door lock

plungers or the driver’s door lock cylinder.

3. Close all the doors.

The Vehicle Security Light in the instrument

cluster will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to

signal that the Vehicle SecurityAlarm is arming.

During this period, opening any door or the

swing gate will cancel the arming process. If the

Vehicle Security Alarm is successfully set, the

Vehicle Security Light will flash at a slower rate

to indicate the alarm is armed.

To Disarm The System

Either press the UNLOCK button on the RKE

transmitter or insert a validSentry Key® into the

ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the

ON/RUN position.

NOTE:

•

Unlocking the doors with the manual door

lock plungers or the driver’s door lock

cylinder will not disarm the Vehicle Security

Alarm.

•

When the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed,

the interior power door lock switches will

not unlock the doors.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to pro-

tect your vehicle; however, you can create

conditions where the Vehicle SecurityAlarm will

give you a false alarm. If the previously de-

scribed arming sequence has occurred, the

Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of

whether you are inside or outside the vehicle. If

you remain inside the vehicle and open a door,

the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the

Vehicle Security Alarm.

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ILLUMINATED ENTRY —

IF EQUIPPED

The courtesy lights will turn on when you use

the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to

unlock the doors or open any door.

This feature also turns on the approach lighting

in the outside mirrors (if equipped). Refer to

“Mirrors” in “Understanding The Features Of

Your Vehicle” for further information.

The lights will fade to off after approximately

30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off

once the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN

from the OFF position.

NOTE:

• The front courtesy overhead console and

door courtesy lights will turn on if the

dimmer control is in the ⴖDome ONⴖ posi-

tion (extreme top position).

• The Illuminated Entry system will not op-

erate if the dimmer control is in the

“Dome defeat” position (extreme bottom

position).

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY

(RKE) — IF EQUIPPED

This system allows you to lock or unlock the

doors and swing gate from distances approxi-

mately 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless

Entry (RKE) transmitter. The transmitter does

not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate

the system.

NOTE:

The line of transmission must not be blocked

with metal objects.

To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate

Push and release the RKE transmitter UNLOCK

button once to unlock the driver’s door only, or

twice to unlock all the doors and swing gate.

When the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button is

pushed, the Illuminated Entry will initiate and

the turn signal lights will flash twice.

Remote Key Unlock On First Press

This feature lets you program the system to

unlock either the driver’s side, or all doors and

swing gate on the first push of the UNLOCK

button on the RKE transmitter.

•

For vehicles equipped with an Electronic

Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/

Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable

Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument

Panel” for further information.

• For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, the

Remote Unlock feature can be enabled or

disabled by performing the following steps:

1. Push and hold the LOCK button on a pro-

grammed RKE transmitter.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter

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2. Continue to hold the RKE transmitter LOCK

button for at least four seconds, but not

longer than 10 seconds, then push and hold

the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.

3. Release both buttons at the same time.

4. Test this feature while outside of the vehicle

by pushing the LOCK/UNLOCK button on

the RKE transmitter.

NOTE:

Pushing the RKE transmitter LOCK button

while you are inside of the vehicle will acti-

vate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a

door with the Vehicle Security Alarm acti-

vated will cause the alarm to sound. Push

the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button to de-

activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.

5.

If the desired programming was not achieved

or to reactivate this feature, repeat the above

steps.

NOTE:

Pushing the RKE transmitter LOCK button

while you are inside of the vehicle will acti-

vate the Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a

door with the Vehicle Security Alarm acti-

vated will cause the alarm to sound. Push

the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button to de-

activate the Vehicle Security Alarm.

To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate

Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE

transmitter to lock all doors. The turn signals will

flash to acknowledge the lock signal.

To Turn Off Flash Lights With Lock

This feature will cause the turn signal lights to

flash when the doors are locked or unlocked

with the RKE transmitter. This feature can be

turned on or turned off. To change the current

setting, proceed as follows:

•

For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, refer to

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/

Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable

Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument

Panel” for further information.

• For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC,

perform the following steps:

1. Push the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button

for 4 to 10 seconds.

2. While the UNLOCK button is pushed, (after

four seconds) push the RKE transmitter

LOCK button. Release both buttons.

3. Test the “Flash Lights With Lock” feature

outside of the vehicle by pushing the RKE

transmitter LOCK button with the ignition

switch in the LOCK position and the ignition

key removed.

NOTE:

Pushing the RKE transmitter LOCK button

while you are in the vehicle will activate the

Vehicle Security Alarm. Opening a door with

the Vehicle Security Alarm activated will

cause the alarm to sound. Push the RKE

transmitter UNLOCK button to deactivate

the Vehicle Security Alarm.

The “Flash Lights With Lock” feature can be

reactivated by repeating this procedure.

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