Jeep 2021 Wrangler 4xe Owner's manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Third Edition

21_JL_OM_EN_USC

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2021 WRANGLER

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radios, vehicle navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious accident.

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impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive.

Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend or use public transportation.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL

Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reﬂexes are

slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................9

2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ................................................................................. 16

3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ......................................................124

4 STARTING AND OPERATING ............................................................................................... 152

5 MULTIMEDIA .............................................................................................................................. 235

6 SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................... 321

7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ....................................................................................................389

8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................... 408

9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................485

10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................498

11 INDEX .............................................................................................................................................503

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INTRODUCTION

SYMBOLS KEY........................................................ 10

ROLLOVER WARNING .......................................... 10

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS.......... 11

SYMBOL GLOSSARY.............................................. 11

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS ....................................................................... 16

Key Fob .............................................................16

SENTRY KEY ........................................................... 19

IGNITION SWITCH .................................................. 20

Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition .........................20

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (GASOLINE) ... 21

How To Use Remote Start................................22

To Exit Remote Start Mode..............................23

Remote Start Front Defrost Activation —

If Equipped........................................................23

Remote Start Comfort Systems —

If Equipped .......................................................23

Remote Start Cancel Message........................24

REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED (DIESEL) ......... 24

How To Use Remote Start................................24

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .... 25

To Arm The System .........................................26

To Disarm The System ....................................26

Rearming Of The System .................................26

DOORS ....................................................................26

Manual Door Locks ..........................................27

Power Door Locks — If Equipped ....................27

Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry

(If Equipped) ....................................................28

Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped..............30

Child-Protection Door Lock System —

Rear Doors........................................................30

Front Door Removal .........................................31

Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models) ........35

Half-Door Installation — If Equipped ...............37

STEERING WHEEL ..................................................43

Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column...................43

Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped............44

SEATS ......................................................................44

Manual Adjustment Front Seats .....................44

60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat —

Four Door Models.............................................46

Fold And Tumble Rear Seat —

Two Door Models..............................................47

Heated Seats — If Equipped............................48

Rear Seat Armrest — If Equipped....................49

Head Restraints ...............................................50

UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION ........................ 52

Introducing Voice Recognition ........................52

Basic Voice Commands ...................................53

Get Started .......................................................53

Additional Information .....................................54

MIRRORS ............................................................... 54

Inside Rearview Mirror.....................................54

Illuminated Vanity Mirrors ..............................55

Outside Mirrors ................................................55

Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .........................55

Power Mirrors — If Equipped ...........................55

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER

(HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED ............................ 56

Before You Begin Programming

HomeLink® ......................................................56

Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels............56

Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling

Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device...................57

Programming HomeLink® To A Garage

Door Opener .....................................................57

Programming HomeLink® To

A Miscellaneous Device...................................58

Reprogramming A Single

HomeLink® Button ..........................................58

Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .........59

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EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................. 60

Headlight Switch...............................................60

Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —

If Equipped .......................................................60

High/Low Beam Switch....................................60

Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —

If Equipped .......................................................61

Flash-To-Pass....................................................61

Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..............61

Lights-On Reminder..........................................61

Front Fog Lights — If Equipped........................61

Turn Signals......................................................62

Lane Change Assist — If Equipped..................62

INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 62

Interior Courtesy Lights....................................62

Dimmer Controls ..............................................62

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .............. 63

Windshield Wiper Operation ...........................63

Rear Window Wiper/Washer —

If Equipped........................................................64

CLIMATE CONTROLS ............................................. 64

Automatic Climate Control Descriptions

And Functions...................................................65

Manual Climate Control Descriptions

And Functions...................................................68

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —

If Equipped........................................................70

Climate Voice Commands ...............................71

Operating Tips .................................................71

INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ...............73

Storage..............................................................73

USB/AUX Control .............................................73

Power Outlets ...................................................75

Power Inverter — If Equipped .........................77

Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped ....................77

POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED ....................80

Auto-Down Feature .........................................80

Window Lockout Switch...................................81

Wind Buffeting .................................................81

WRANGLER TOPS .................................................81

Provided Tools ..................................................81

Lowering The Soft Top Into Sunrider®

Position .............................................................82

Raising The Soft Top ........................................95

Removing The Soft Top....................................99

Installing The Soft Top .................................. 101

Hard Top Front Panel(s) Removal................ 103

Hard Top Front Panel(s) Installation............ 107

Removing The Hard Top ............................... 107

Installing The Hard Top................................. 109

Power Sliding Top — If Equipped ................. 110

DOOR FRAME ..................................................... 114

Door Frame Removal .................................... 114

Door Frame Installation

Four Door Models — If Equipped.................. 115

Door Frame Installation

Two Door Models — If Equipped................... 116

FOLDING WINDSHIELD ......................................117

Lowering The Windshield.............................. 118

Raising The Windshield ................................ 119

HOOD.....................................................................120

Opening The Hood ........................................ 120

Closing The Hood .......................................... 120

REAR SWING GATE .............................................121

Cargo Area Features ..................................... 121

ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ............122

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR

INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ......................................124

Instrument Cluster Descriptions .................. 128

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ......................128

Instrument Cluster Display Location

And Controls .................................................. 129

Oil Change Reset — If Equipped................... 129

Instrument Cluster Display Selectable

Items .............................................................. 130

Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode

Message — Electrical Load Reduction

Actions — If Equipped .................................. 134

Diesel Displays .............................................. 136

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages ... 136

Fuel System Messages................................. 138

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES .................140

Red Warning Lights ....................................... 140

Yellow Warning Lights ................................... 143

Yellow Indicator Lights .................................. 147

Green Indicator Lights................................... 148

White Indicator Lights ................................... 149

Blue Indicator Lights ..................................... 150

Gray Indicator Lights ..................................... 150

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II .....150

Onboard Diagnostic System

(OBD II) Cybersecurity ................................... 150

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

PROGRAMS ..........................................................151

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE

(IF EQUIPPED) ......................................................152

Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........... 152

Automatic Transmission —If Equipped ........ 152

Normal Starting ............................................. 152

AutoPark ........................................................ 153

Extreme Cold Weather

(Below –22°F Or −30°C) ............................ 155

If Engine Fails To Start .................................. 155

After Starting.................................................. 155

STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE

(IF EQUIPPED)...................................................... 156

Automatic Transmission ............................... 156

Extreme Cold Weather .................................. 156

Normal Starting ............................................. 157

Starting Fluids ............................................... 157

NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE......... 158

Cold Weather Precautions............................ 158

Engine Idling .................................................. 159

Stopping The Engine ..................................... 159

Cooling System Tips —

Automatic Transmission ............................... 160

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED ........ 161

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —

GASOLINE ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) ................... 161

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —

DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) ......................... 162

PARKING BRAKE................................................. 162

MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED....... 164

Shifting........................................................... 164

Downshifting.................................................. 166

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 168

Ignition Park Interlock................................... 169

Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System ..169

Eight–Speed Automatic Transmission ........ 169

FOUR–WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ...................174

Four-Position Transfer Case —

If Equipped ................................................... 174

Five-Position Transfer Case —

If Equipped .................................................... 177

Trac-Lok Rear Axle — If Equipped ................ 179

Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Front And Rear —

If Equipped ................................................... 180

Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Rear Only —

If Equipped ................................................... 180

Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect —

If Equipped ................................................... 181

Off ROAD+ — If Equipped.............................. 182

ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING .......183

STOP/START SYSTEM — AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED) ........................184

Autostop Mode .............................................. 184

Possible Reasons The Engine Does

Not Autostop.................................................. 185

To Start The Engine While In Autostop

Mode.............................................................. 185

To Manually Turn Off The

Stop/Start System ........................................ 186

To Manually Turn On The

Stop/Start System ........................................ 186

System Malfunction ...................................... 186

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STOP/START SYSTEM — MANUAL TRANSMISSION

(IF EQUIPPED) ......................................................186

Autostop Mode .............................................. 187

Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not

Autostop......................................................... 187

To Start The Engine While In Autostop

Mode .............................................................. 188

To Manually Turn Off The

Stop/Start System......................................... 188

To Manually Turn On The

Stop/Start System......................................... 189

System Malfunction ...................................... 189

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED .... 189

Cruise Control — If Equipped ........................ 189

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —

If Equipped .................................................... 191

PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —

IF EQUIPPED.........................................................202

ParkSense Sensors....................................... 202

ParkSense Warning Display.......................... 202

ParkSense Display ........................................ 202

Enabling And Disabling ParkSense.............. 205

Service The ParkSense Rear Park

Assist System................................................. 205

Cleaning The ParkSense System ................. 205

ParkSense System Usage Precautions........ 205

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ...............206

TRAILCAM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED..................208

REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GASOLINE ENGINE

(IF EQUIPPED)...................................................... 209

Fuel Filler Cap................................................ 209

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ................... 210

REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL ENGINE

(IF EQUIPPED) ..................................................... 210

Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel ................... 211

Bulk Fuel Storage — Diesel Fuel................... 211

Diesel Exhaust Fluid...................................... 212

VEHICLE LOADING ............................................. 214

Certification Label ......................................... 214

TRAILER TOWING ............................................... 216

Common Towing Definitions......................... 216

Trailer Hitch Classification............................ 218

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer

Weight Ratings) ............................................. 219

Trailer And Tongue Weight............................ 220

Towing Requirements ................................... 220

Towing Tips .................................................... 223

RECREATIONAL TOWING

(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ..................................... 224

Towing This Vehicle Behind

Another Vehicle ............................................. 224

Recreational Towing —

Four-Wheel Drive Models ............................. 225

DRIVING TIPS....................................................... 227

On-Road Driving Tips..................................... 227

Off-Road Driving Tips .................................... 227

MULTIMEDIA

UCONNECT SYSTEMS .........................................235

CYBERSECURITY .................................................235

UCONNECT SETTINGS ........................................236

Customer Programmable Features ............. 237

UCONNECT INTRODUCTION................................251

System Overview .......................................... 251

Drag & Drop Menu Bar ................................. 254

Safety And General Information................... 254

UCONNECT MODES .............................................255

Steering Wheel Audio Controls..................... 255

Radio Mode .................................................. 256

Media Mode ................................................. 268

Phone Mode ................................................. 271

ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —

IF EQUIPPED.........................................................284

Android Auto™ .............................................. 284

Apple CarPlay® ............................................. 287

Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay®

Tips And Tricks .............................................. 289

CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES —

IF EQUIPPED ........................................................289

Is My Vehicle Connected? ............................ 289

Introduction To Connected Vehicle

Services ........................................................ 289

Getting Started With Connected Vehicle

Services ........................................................ 292

Using SiriusXM Guardian™........................... 294

Manage My SiriusXM Guardian™ Account.. 310

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CONNECTED SERVICES FAQS ...........................310

Connected Services SOS FAQs .................... 311

Connected Services Remote Door

Lock/Unlock FAQs ........................................ 311

Connected Services Roadside

Assistance FAQs ........................................... 311

Connected Services Send & Go FAQs ......... 312

Connected Services Vehicle Finder FAQs ... 312

Connected Services Stolen Vehicle

Assistance FAQs ........................................... 312

Connected Services Remote Vehicle

Start FAQs ..................................................... 313

Connected Services Remote Horn &

Lights FAQs .................................................... 313

Connected Services Account FAQs .............. 314

Data Collection & Privacy.............................. 316

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES......317

Regulatory And Safety Information .............. 317

OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPED.......................318

Off-Road Pages Status Bar .......................... 318

Drivetrain ...................................................... 319

Accessory Gauge .......................................... 320

Pitch & Roll ................................................... 320

TrailCam — If Equipped ................................. 320

SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES.............................................. 321

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 321

Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ...... 322

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS.......................... 332

Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —If Equipped ....332

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With

Mitigation — If Equipped ............................... 336

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 338

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ................... 344

Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....... 344

Important Safety Precautions ...................... 344

Seat Belt Systems ........................................ 345

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ...... 352

Child Restraints............................................. 369

SAFETY TIPS ....................................................... 385

Transporting Passengers.............................. 385

Transporting Pets ......................................... 385

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside

The Vehicle ................................................... 385

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make

Outside The Vehicle ...................................... 387

Exhaust Gas .................................................. 387

Carbon Monoxide Warnings ......................... 388

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .........................389

ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .....389

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ........................393

Preparations For Jacking ............................. 394

Jack Location ................................................ 394

Spare Tire Removal ...................................... 395

Jacking Instructions ...................................... 395

JUMP STARTING .................................................398

Preparations For Jump Start ........................ 399

Jump Starting Procedure.............................. 400

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ...........................402

MANUAL PARK RELEASE ...................................402

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............................403

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE..........................405

Four Wheel Drive Models ............................. 406

Without The Key Fob..................................... 406

Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ......... 406

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM

(EARS) ..................................................................407

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).........................407

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULED SERVICING — GASOLINE

ENGINE .................................................................408

Maintenance Plan ......................................... 409

SCHEDULED SERVICING — DIESEL ENGINE ....413

Maintenance Plan — Diesel Fuel Up

To B5 Biodiesel.............................................. 414

Additional Maintenance — B6 To B20

Biodiesel ........................................................ 416

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................................417

2.0L Gasoline Engine ................................... 417

3.6L Gasoline Engine ................................... 418

3.0L Diesel Engine ........................................ 419

Checking Oil Level ......................................... 420

Adding Washer Fluid ..................................... 420

Maintenance-Free Battery ........................... 420

Pressure Washing ......................................... 421

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................... 421

Engine Oil....................................................... 422

Engine Oil Filter ............................................ 423

Engine Air Cleaner Filter .............................. 423

Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter —

Diesel Engine................................................. 425

Fuel Filter Replacement — Diesel Engine.... 427

Priming If The Engine Has Run Out

Of Fuel — Diesel Engine ............................... 428

Intervention Regeneration Strategy —

Message Process Flow ................................ 429

Diesel Exhaust Fluid...................................... 429

Accessory Drive Belt Inspection................... 429

Air Conditioner Maintenance........................ 430

Body Lubrication ........................................... 432

Windshield Wiper Blades.............................. 433

Exhaust System ............................................ 435

Cooling System.............................................. 436

Brake System ............................................... 440

Front/Rear Axle Fluid ................................... 441

Transfer Case ............................................... 441

Manual Transmission — If Equipped............ 442

Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ...... 442

Fuses ............................................................. 443

Bulb Replacement ........................................ 452

TIRES ....................................................................456

Tire Safety Information ................................ 456

Tires — General Information......................... 463

Tire Types....................................................... 468

Spare Tires — If Equipped............................. 469

Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ........................ 470

Snow Traction Devices ................................. 471

Tire Rotation Recommendations ................ 472

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM

TIRE QUALITY GRADES ......................................473

Treadwear...................................................... 473

Traction Grades............................................. 473

Temperature Grades..................................... 474

STORING THE VEHICLE ......................................474

BODYWORK..........................................................475

Protection From Atmospheric Agents .......... 475

Body And Underbody Maintenance.............. 476

Preserving The Bodywork ............................. 476

INTERIORS ...........................................................478

Carpet Safety Information ............................ 478

Carpet Removal............................................. 479

Seats And Fabric Parts.................................. 483

Plastic And Coated Parts .............................. 484

Leather Surfaces........................................... 484

Glass Surfaces .............................................. 484

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 485

BRAKE SYSTEM................................................... 485

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.. 485

Torque Specifications ................................... 485

FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE .. 486

2.0L Engine ................................................... 486

3.6L Engine ................................................... 487

Reformulated Gasoline ................................ 487

Materials Added To Fuel............................... 487

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends......................... 487

Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles.. 488

CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications ...... 488

MMT In Gasoline ........................................... 488

Fuel System Cautions ................................... 488

FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE ........ 489

Diesel Fuel Specifications ............................ 489

Biodiesel Fuel Requirements ....................... 490

FLUID CAPACITIES .............................................. 492

ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .................. 493

CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............... 497

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR

YOUR VEHICLE ....................................................498

Prepare For The Appointment ...................... 498

Prepare A List ................................................ 498

Be Reasonable With Requests..................... 498

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ................................498

FCA US LLC Customer Center....................... 499

FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center .............. 499

Mexico............................................................ 499

Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands ............... 499

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or

Speech Impaired(TDD/TTY).......................... 499

Service Contract ........................................... 499

WARRANTY INFORMATION ................................500

MOPAR® PARTS .................................................500

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ..........................500

In The 50 United States And

Washington, D.C............................................ 500

In Canada ...................................................... 501

PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ..........................501

GENERAL INFORMATION....................................502

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jeep® vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and

maneuvers differently from many passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped, 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 conditions suited

for a four-wheel drive vehicle. Before you start to drive this vehicle, read this Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,

particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your

driving skills will improve with experience. When driving off-road, or working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome

the natural laws of physics. Always observe federal, state, provincial and 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 Ú page 227.

This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance

of your vehicle. It is supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC

offers to its customers as well as the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications

carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions, recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help

ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

This Owner's Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated

in the text. Therefore, you should only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content

introduced throughout the Owner's Information, which may or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording "If Equipped" or,

if applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement” for additional information. All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle

in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves the right to make changes

to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Jeep® best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care

about your satisfaction.

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SYMBOLS KEY

If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important

information. Observe all Cautions and Warnings.

ROLLOVER WARNING

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types

of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher

center of gravity than many passenger vehicles. 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 control. Because of the higher

center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over while

some other vehicles may not.

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.

Rollover Warning Label

WARNING!

These statements are against operating

procedures that could result in a collision,

bodily injury and/or death.

CAUTION!

These statements are against procedures that

could result in damage to your vehicle.

NOTE:

A suggestion which will improve installation,

operation, and reliability. If not followed, may

result in damage.

TIP:

General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier

use of the product or functionality.

PAGE REFERENCE

ARROW

Follow this reference for additional information

on a particular feature.

FOOTNOTE

Supplementary and relevant information

pertaining to the topic.

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Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major

cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the US government notes that the

universal use of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by

10,000 or more each year and could reduce disabling injuries by two

million annually. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly

more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

SYMBOL GLOSSARY

Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating

precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to

follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the

definition of each symbol Ú page 140.

NOTE:

Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options

and current vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not

appear.

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its

roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in

serious injury or death.

Red Warning Lights

Air Bag Warning Light

Ú page 140

Brake Warning Light

Ú page 140

Battery Charge Warning Light

Ú page 141

Door Open Warning Light

Ú page 141

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light

Ú page 141

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

Ú page 142

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Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light

Ú page 142

Hood Open Warning Light

Ú page 142

Oil Pressure Warning Light

Ú page 142

Oil Temperature Warning Light

Ú page 142

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

Ú page 141

Swing Gate Open Warning Light

Ú page 143

Transmission Temperature Warning Light

Ú page 143

Vehicle Security Warning Light

Ú page 143

Red Warning Lights

Yellow Warning Lights

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light

Ú page 143

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light

Ú page 143

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light

Ú page 144

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light

Ú page 144

Low Fuel Warning Light

Ú page 144

Low Washer Fluid Warning Light

Ú page 144

Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)

Ú page 144

AdBlue® (UREA) Injection System Failure Warning Light

Ú page 145

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Service 4WD Warning Light

Ú page 145

Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light

Ú page 145

Service Stop/Start System Warning Light

Ú page 145

Cruise Control Fault Warning Light

Ú page 145

Sway Bar Fault Warning Light

Ú page 145

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light

Ú page 145

Yellow Warning Lights

Yellow Indicator Lights

4WD Indicator Light

Ú page 147

4WD Low Indicator Light

Ú page 147

4WD Part Time Indicator Light

Ú page 147

Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light

Ú page 147

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator Light

Ú page 147

Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light

Ú page 147

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Neutral Indicator Light

Ú page 147

Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light

Ú page 147

Service Adaptive Cruise Control Warning Light

Ú page 147

Sway Bar Indicator Light

Ú page 147

Wait To Start Light

Ú page 147

Low Diesel Emissions Additive AdBlue® (UREA)

Indicator Light

Ú page 148

Water In Fuel Indicator Light

Ú page 148

Yellow Indicator Lights

Green Indicator Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target

Detected Indicator Light

Ú page 148

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Light

Ú page 148

4WD Auto Indicator Light

Ú page 148

Cruise Control SET Indicator Light

Ú page 148

Front Fog Indicator Light

Ú page 148

Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light

Ú page 148

Stop/Start Active Indicator Light

Ú page 149

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

Ú page 149

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White Indicator Lights

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light

Ú page 149

2WD High Indicator Light

Ú page 149

Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light

Ú page 149

Selec-Speed Control Indicator Light

Ú page 149

Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

Ú page 149

Cruise Control SET Indicator Light

Ú page 149

Blue Indicator Lights

High Beam Indicator Light

Ú page 150

Gray Indicator Lights

Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light

Ú page 150

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

KEYS

KEY FOB

Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which

supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry

(RKE), Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), and

Remote Start (if equipped). The key fob allows

you to lock or unlock the doors and swing gate

from distances up to approximately 66 ft

(20 m). The key fob does not need to be pointed

at the vehicle to activate the system. The key

fob also contains a mechanical key.

NOTE:

 The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked

if the key fob is located next to a mobile

phone, laptop, or other electronic device.

This may result in poor performance.

 With the ignition on and the vehicle moving

at 2 mph (4 km/h), all RKE commands are

disabled.

WARNING!

Push the Mechanical Key Release Button only

with the key fob facing away from your body,

especially your eyes and objects that may be

damaged, such as clothing.

CAUTION!

The electrical components inside of the key

fob may be damaged if the key fob is

subjected to strong electrical shocks. In order

to ensure complete efficiency of the

electronic devices inside of the key fob, avoid

exposing the key fob to direct sunlight.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 17

Key Fob

NOTE:

 In case the ignition switch does not change

with the push of a button, the key fob may

have a low or fully depleted battery. A low key

fob battery condition may be indicated by a

message in the instrument cluster display, or

by the LED light on the key fob. If the LED key

fob light no longer illuminates from key fob

button pushes, then the key fob battery

requires replacement.

 Improper disposal of key fob batteries may

be harmful to the environment. Please see

an authorized dealer for proper battery

disposal Ú page 502.

To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate

Push and release the unlock button on the key

fob once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to

unlock all the doors and swing gate. To lock all

the doors, push the lock button once.

When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals

will flash and the illuminated entry system will

be activated. When the doors are locked, the

turn signals will flash and the horn will chirp.

NOTE:

All doors can be programmed to unlock on the

first push of the unlock button through the

Uconnect Settings Ú page 236.

1 — Mechanical Key Release Button

2 — LED Indicator

3 — Unlock Button

4 — Remote Start Button

5 — Panic Button

6 — Lock Button

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Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob

The recommended replacement battery is

CR2450.

NOTE:

 Customers are recommended to use a

battery obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket

coin battery dimensions may not meet the

original OEM coin battery dimensions.

 Perchlorate Material — special handling may

apply. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-

ouswaste/perchlorate

for further information.

 Do not touch the battery terminals that are

on the back housing or the printed circuit

board.

 When a key fob battery is low, a warning will

be indicated on the vehicle’s instrument

cluster, and the fob LED will no longer illumi-

nate with a button press.

1. Remove the back cover of the fob by

inserting a flat-blade screw driver into the

slot on the bottom of the fob. Pry until the

cover unsnaps being careful not to

damage the seal. Proceed

counter-clockwise to pry the remaining

snaps until the battery cover can be

removed.

1-3 – Back Cover Pry Points

2. Remove the depleted battery by inserting a

small flat-blade screwdriver into the battery

removal slot and sliding the battery forward

and up being careful not to damage the

electronic board underneath.

Battery Replacement

3. Install the new battery into the key fob,

making sure the positive (+) side is facing

up. Slide the battery until it is seated

securely below the tabs.

4. Reassemble the back cover making sure it

is properly aligned before snapping it back

in place.

WARNING!

 The integrated key fob contains a coin cell

battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a

chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell

battery is swallowed, it can cause severe

internal burns in just two hours and can

lead to death.

 If you think a battery may have been swal-

lowed or placed inside any part of the body,

seek immediate medical attention.

 Keep new and used batteries away from

children. If the battery compartment does

not close securely, stop using the product

and keep it away from children.

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