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2021 GLADIATOR
OWNER’S MANUAL
21_JT_OM_EN_USC
Second Edition
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WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or o-highway
motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,
do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area
and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this
vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on
this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the
right to make changes in design and specifications, and⁄or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any
obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc.
used in substitution therefore.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet by calling
1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.
This Owner’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. Your most up-to-date Owner’s
Manual, Navigation⁄Uconnect manuals and Warranty Booklet can be found by visiting the website on the back cover. U.S.
residents can purchase replacement kits by visiting www.techauthority.com and Canadian residents can purchase replacement
kits by calling 1-800-387-1143.
The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,
resulting in an accident and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any
device or feature that may take their attention o the road. Use of any electrical devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable
radios, vehicle navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious accident.
Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your
full attention to vehicle operation, pull o the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of
cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Jeep
®
brand vehicle and to provide a convenient
reference source for common questions.
Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For additional information, visit mopar.comom (U.S.), owners.mopar.ca
(Canada) or your local Jeep
®
brand dealer.
Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously
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.
WARNING!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................................9
2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE ................................................................................. 16
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 115
4 STARTING AND OPERATING ...............................................................................................145
5 MULTIMEDIA ..............................................................................................................................234
6 SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................ 322
7 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ....................................................................................................385
8 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................... 409
9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................483
10 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE .....................................................................................................496
11 INDEX ..............................................................................................................................................501
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INTRODUCTION
Symbols Key..........................................................10
ROLLOVER WARNING .........................................10
CAMPERS ..............................................................11
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) ..........................................................22
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 ...........................25
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 .................................... 34
STEERING WHEEL ................................................ 36
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .............. 36
Heated Steering Wheel —
If Equipped .................................................. 36
SEATS .................................................................... 37
Manual Adjustment Front Seats................. 37
60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat .................. 38
Rear Seat Stadium Position........................ 40
Heated Seats — If Equipped ...................... 41
Rear Seat Armrest — If Equipped ............... 41
Head Restraints .......................................... 42
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION ...................... 44
Introducing Voice Recognition .................... 44
Basic Voice Commands............................... 44
Get Started................................................... 45
Additional Information................................. 45
MIRRORS...............................................................46
Inside Rearview Mirror ................................ 46
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors .......................... 46
Outside Mirrors ........................................... 47
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .................... 47
Power Mirrors — If Equipped ...................... 47
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) ......................................................48
Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink®.................................................. 48
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels ....... 48
Identifying Whether You Have A
Rolling Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device.. 48
Programming HomeLink® To A
Garage Door Opener ................................... 49
Programming HomeLink® To A
Miscellaneous Device ................................. 50
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink®
Button........................................................... 50
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming..... 51
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ...............................................52
Headlight Switch.......................................... 52
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —
If Equipped .................................................. 52
High/Low Beam Switch .............................. 52
Automatic High Beam Headlamp
Control — If Equipped ................................. 53
Flash-To-Pass .............................................. 53
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Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..........53
Lights-On Reminder..................................... 53
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped ..................53
Turn Signals .................................................54
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ............. 54
Bed Lights — If Equipped ............................54
INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................54
Interior Courtesy Lights ............................... 54
Dimmer Controls.......................................... 55
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ............55
Windshield Wiper Operation ....................... 55
CLIMATE CONTROLS ............................................56
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions .............................................. 56
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions .............................................. 60
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ...................................................62
Climate Voice Commands ...........................63
Operating Tips ............................................. 63
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT..............65
Storage ......................................................... 65
AUX/USB Control ....................................... 68
Jeep® Wireless Speaker — If Equipped ..... 69
Power Outlets ............................................. 75
Power Inverters — If Equipped ................... 76
Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped ................ 78
POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED .................. 80
Auto-Down Feature ..................................... 80
Manual Sliding Rear Window —
If Equipped................................................... 81
Window Lockout Switch .............................. 81
Wind Buffeting ............................................ 81
GLADIATOR TOPS ............................................... 82
Provided Tools ............................................. 82
Lowering The Soft Top................................. 82
Raising The Soft Top.................................... 89
Removing The Soft Top ............................... 92
Installing The Soft Top................................. 93
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Removal .............. 95
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Installation .......... 98
Removing The Hard Top.............................. 98
Installing The Hard Top .............................101
DOOR FRAME — IF EQUIPPED WITH A
SOFT TOP ............................................................101
Door Frame Removal ................................102
Door Frame Installation ............................102
FOLDING WINDSHIELD ....................................104
Lowering The Windshield ..........................104
Raising The Windshield.............................106
HOOD .................................................................107
Opening The Hood .....................................107
Closing The Hood.......................................107
TAILGATE ............................................................ 108
Opening ......................................................108
Three-Position Tailgate..............................108
Closing........................................................109
BED RAIL TIE DOWN SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 110
TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED ................... 110
Tonneau Cover Installation.......................111
Tonneau Cover Removal...........................112
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ......... 114
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER..................................... 115
Instrument Cluster Descriptions...............119
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .................... 120
Instrument Cluster Display Location And
Controls ......................................................120
Oil Life Reset — If Equipped .....................121
Off Road+ Display — If Equipped..............122
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable
Items...........................................................122
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items ..122
Battery Saver On, Battery Saver Mode
Message, And Electrical Load Reduction
Actions (If Equipped) .................................126
Diesel Displays ..........................................128
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Messages...................................................128
Fuel System Messages .............................130
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ............... 132
Red Warning Lights....................................132
Yellow Warning Lights ...............................135
Yellow Indicator Lights...............................139
Green Indicator Lights...............................141
White Indicator Lights................................142
Blue Indicator Lights..................................143
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —
OBD II .................................................................. 143
Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II) Cybersecurity................................143
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS............................. 144
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE
ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) ..................................... 145
Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......145
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ....145
Normal Starting ........................................145
AutoPark.....................................................146
Extreme Cold Weather
(Below –22°F Or −30°C) .........................148
If Engine Fails To Start ............................148
After Starting..............................................149
STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE
(IF EQUIPPED) ....................................................149
Automatic Transmission............................149
Extreme Cold Weather ..............................150
Normal Starting..........................................150
Starting Fluids............................................151
NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE........151
Cold Weather Precautions ........................151
Engine Idling ..............................................153
Stopping The Engine .................................153
Cooling System Tips — Automatic
Transmission..............................................154
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED .......155
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
GASOLINE ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) ..................156
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) ........................156
PARKING BRAKE ...............................................157
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED......158
Shifting .......................................................159
Downshifting ..............................................160
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................................161
Ignition Park Interlock ...............................162
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System .......................................................162
Eight–Speed Automatic Transmission .....162
Gear Ranges ..............................................163
FOUR–WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ................. 167
Four-Position Transfer Case —
If Equipped................................................. 168
Five-Position Transfer Case —
If Equipped ................................................170
Trac-Lok Rear Axle — If Equipped ............172
Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Front And Rear —
If Equipped ................................................173
Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Rear Only —
If Equipped ................................................173
Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect —
If Equipped ................................................174
Off Road+ — If Equipped ...........................175
ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING ..... 176
STOP/START SYSTEM — AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED) ....................... 177
Autostop Mode ..........................................177
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop .....................................................178
To Start The Engine While In Autostop
Mode ..........................................................178
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start
System........................................................179
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start
System........................................................179
System Malfunction...................................179
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STOP/START SYSTEM — MANUAL
TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED) ....................... 180
Autostop Mode...........................................180
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop .....................................................181
To Start The Engine While In
Autostop Mode...........................................181
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start
System........................................................182
To Manually Turn On The
Stop/Start System .....................................182
System Malfunction...................................182
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 182
Cruise Control — If Equipped ....................182
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —
If Equipped .................................................184
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .................................. 195
ParkSense Sensors ...................................195
ParkSense Warning Display......................196
ParkSense Display.....................................196
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ..........200
Service The ParkSense Park Assist
System........................................................200
Cleaning The ParkSense System..............200
ParkSense System Usage Precautions ....201
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ............ 202
TRAILCAM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ............... 204
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GASOLINE
ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) .....................................205
Fuel Filler Cap ...........................................205
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ................206
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL
ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) .....................................206
Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel................207
Bulk Fuel Storage — Diesel Fuel...............207
Diesel Exhaust Fluid .................................207
VEHICLE LOADING ...........................................210
Certification Label .....................................210
TRAILER TOWING ..............................................212
Common Towing Definitions .....................212
Trailer Hitch Classification ........................214
Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...........215
Trailer And Tongue Weight .......................218
Towing Requirements................................218
Towing Tips.................................................221
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME) ...................................222
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle........................................................222
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel
Drive Models ..............................................223
DRIVING TIPS......................................................225
On-Road Driving Tips .................................225
Off-Road Driving Tips.................................225
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ....................................... 234
CYBERSECURITY ............................................... 234
UCONNECT SETTINGS ....................................... 235
Customer Programmable Features..........236
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION.............................. 252
System Overview .......................................252
Drag & Drop Menu Bar .............................254
Safety And General Information ...............255
UCONNECT MODES ........................................... 256
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.................256
Radio Mode ...............................................256
Media Mode ..............................................267
Phone Mode ..............................................271
ANDROID AUTO™ & APPLE CARPLAY® —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 284
Android Auto™ ..........................................284
Apple CarPlay®..........................................287
Android Auto™ And Apple CarPlay®
Tips And Tricks...........................................290
CONNECTED VEHICLE SERVICES —
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 290
Is My Vehicle Connected?.........................290
Introduction To Connected Vehicle
Services .....................................................290
Getting Started With Connected
Vehicle Services ........................................293
Using SiriusXM Guardian™ ......................295
Manage My SiriusXM Guardian™
Account ......................................................312
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CONNECTED SERVICES FAQs ......................... 312
Connected Services SOS FAQs ................312
Connected Services Remote Door
Lock/Unlock FAQs ....................................313
Connected Services Roadside
Assistance FAQs ........................................313
Connected Services Send & Go FAQs .....313
Connected Services Vehicle Finder
FAQs ...........................................................314
Connected Services Stolen Vehicle
Assistance FAQs ........................................314
Connected Services Remote Vehicle
Start FAQs .................................................315
Connected Services Remote
Horn & Lights FAQs....................................315
Connected Services Account FAQs...........316
Data Collection & Privacy..........................318
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES.... 319
Regulatory And Safety Information...........319
OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED .................. 319
Off-Road Pages Status Bar .......................320
Drivetrain....................................................320
Accessory Gauge........................................321
Pitch & Roll ................................................321
SAFETY
SAFETY FEATURES.............................................322
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................322
Electronic Brake Control (EBC) System ...323
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS.........................331
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) —
If Equipped ................................................331
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation — If Equipped............................335
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ......................................................337
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..................343
Occupant Restraint Systems Features ....343
Important Safety Precautions...................343
Seat Belt Systems .....................................344
Supplemental Restraint Systems
(SRS)...........................................................352
Child Restraints ........................................368
SAFETY TIPS .......................................................381
Transporting Passengers ..........................381
Transporting Pets ....................................381
Safety Checks You Should
Make Inside The Vehicle ..........................381
Periodic Safety Checks You Should
Make Outside The Vehicle ........................383
Exhaust Gas ............................................384
Carbon Monoxide Warnings .....................384
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...................... 385
ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ..................................................... 385
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ....................... 390
Preparations For Jacking .........................390
Jack Location ............................................ 391
Spare Tire Removal ..................................392
Jacking Instructions ..................................394
To Stow The Flat Or Spare ........................397
Reinstalling The Jack And Tools ...............398
JUMP STARTING ............................................... 398
Preparations For Jump Start.....................399
Jump Starting Procedure ..........................400
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY –
IF EQUIPPED ...................................................... 402
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS.......................... 403
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ................................. 404
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............................ 405
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ....................... 406
Four–Wheel Drive Models ........................407
Without The Key Fob .................................407
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped .....407
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) ................................................................ 408
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)....................... 408
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING — GASOLINE
ENGINE ............................................................... 409
Maintenance Plan......................................410
SCHEDULED SERVICING — DIESEL
ENGINE ............................................................... 414
Maintenance Plan — Diesel Fuel Up
To B5 Biodiesel ..........................................415
Additional Maintenance — B6 To B20
Biodiesel.....................................................418
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................. 419
3.6L Engine ...............................................419
3.0L Diesel Engine.....................................420
Checking Oil Level......................................421
Adding Washer Fluid .................................421
Maintenance-Free Battery .......................421
Pressure Washing......................................422
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................... 422
Engine Oil ..................................................423
Engine Oil Filter .........................................423
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...........................424
Draining Fuel/Water Separator
Filter — Diesel Engine ...............................426
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 ...............430
Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................431
Body Lubrication .......................................433
Windshield Wiper Blades .........................433
Exhaust System ........................................434
Cooling System ..........................................436
Brake System ............................................439
Front/Rear Axle Fluid ...............................440
Transfer Case ............................................440
Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........441
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped....441
Fuses .........................................................442
Bulb Replacement ....................................451
TIRES....................................................................455
Tire Safety Information..............................455
Tires — General Information .....................463
Tire Types ...................................................467
Spare Tires — If Equipped .........................468
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .....................469
Snow Traction Devices .............................471
Tire Rotation Recommendations .............472
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ................... 473
Treadwear ..................................................473
Traction Grades .........................................473
Temperature Grades .................................473
STORING THE VEHICLE ..................................... 474
BODYWORK........................................................ 475
Protection From Atmospheric Agents.......475
Body And Underbody Maintenance..........475
Preserving The Bodywork..........................476
INTERIORS ......................................................... 479
Carpet Safety Information.........................479
Carpet Removal .........................................479
Seats And Fabric Parts..............................481
Plastic And Coated Parts...........................482
Leather Surfaces .......................................482
Glass Surfaces ..........................................482
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ...... 483
BRAKE SYSTEM ................................................ 483
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS................................................ 483
Torque Specifications................................483
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FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE
ENGINE................................................................ 484
3.6L Engine ................................................484
Reformulated Gasoline ..........................485
Materials Added To Fuel ..........................485
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends .....................485
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel
Vehicles ......................................................485
CNG And LP Fuel System
Modifications .............................................486
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline ..................486
Fuel System Cautions................................486
FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE ....... 487
Diesel Fuel Specifications.........................487
Biodiesel Fuel Requirements....................488
FLUID CAPACITIES............................................. 490
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................. 491
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............... 495
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE
FOR YOUR VEHICLE ..........................................496
Prepare For The Appointment...................496
Prepare A List.............................................496
Be Reasonable With Requests .................496
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ...............................496
FCA US LLC Customer Center ...................497
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center...........497
Mexico ........................................................497
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands ..........497
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired
(TDD/TTY)...................................................497
Service Contract .......................................497
WARRANTY INFORMATION.............................. 498
MOPAR® PARTS ............................................... 498
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ........................ 498
In The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. .......................................498
In Canada...................................................499
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ........................ 499
General Information.......................................... 500
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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your 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 is 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 operate this vehicle, read the Owner’s Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case operation. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your
driving skills will improve with experience. When driving off-road, or operating 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. See Ú page 225 for further information.
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 that may or may not be applicable to your vehicle will be identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All
information contained in this publication is intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims towards 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.
CAMPERS
This vehicle is NOT recommended for slide-in camper applications.
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 132.
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 132
Brake Warning Light
Ú page 132
Battery Charge Warning Light
Ú page 133
Door Open Warning Light
Ú page 133
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light
Ú page 133
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
Ú page 133
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Ú page 134
Hood Open Warning Light
Ú page 134
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Oil Pressure Warning Light
Ú page 134
Oil Temperature Warning Light
Ú page 134
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Ú page 134
Rear Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Light — If Equipped
With A Base Instrument Cluster
Ú page 135
Transmission Temperature Warning Light —
If Equipped
Ú page 135
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
Ú page 135
Red Warning Lights Yellow Warning Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Ú page 135
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light —
If Equipped
Ú page 136
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Warning Light —
If Equipped
Ú page 136
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — If Equipped
Ú page 136
Low Fuel Warning Light
Ú page 136
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If Equipped
Ú page 136
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Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light
(MIL)
Ú page 136
Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
Ú page 137
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light —
If Equipped
Ú page 137
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light — If Equipped
Ú page 137
Cruise Control Fault Warning Light
Ú page 137
Sway Bar Fault Warning Light — If Equipped
Ú page 137
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
Ú page 137
AdBlue® (UREA) Injection System Failure Warning Light
— If Equipped
Ú page 139
Yellow Warning Lights
Yellow Indicator Lights
4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 139
4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 139
4WD Part Time Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 139
Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 139
Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 139
Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 139
Forward Collision Warning OFF Indicator Light —
If Equipped
Ú page 139
Neutral Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 140
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Service Adaptive Cruise Control Warning Light —
If Equipped
Ú page 140
Sway Bar Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 140
Off Road+ Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 140
Cargo Light On Indicator Light
Ú page 140
Wait To Start Light — If Equipped
Ú page 140
Low Diesel Exhaust Emissions Additive AdBlue® (UREA)
Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 140
Water In Fuel Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 140
Yellow Indicator Lights
Green Indicator Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected
Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 141
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Light —
If Equipped
Ú page 141
4WD Auto Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 141
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — If Equipped With A
Premium Instrument Cluster
Ú page 141
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 141
Park/Headlight On Indicator Light
Ú page 141
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light
Ú page 141
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Turn Signal Indicator Lights
Ú page 141
Rear Seat Belt Fastened Indicator Light — If Equipped With
A Premium Instrument Cluster
Ú page 141
White Indicator Lights
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light — If Equipped
With A Premium Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Light — If Equipped
With A Base Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set Light — If Equipped With
A Base Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Two Wheel Drive High Indicator Light — If Equipped With A
Premium Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Rear Seat Belt Fastened Indicator Light — If Equipped With
A Base Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Green Indicator Lights
Rear Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Light — If Equipped With
A Base Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Rear Seat Unoccupied Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 142
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light — If Equipped With A
Premium Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — If Equipped With A
Base Instrument Cluster
Ú page 142
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light — If Equipped With A
Base Instrument Cluster
Ú page 143
Selec - Speed Control (SSC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
Ú page 143
Blue Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Ú page 143
White Indicator Lights
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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 tailgate 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 effectiveness of the
electronic devices inside of the key fob, avoid
exposing the key fob to direct sunlight.
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Key Fob
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
Push and release the unlock button on the key
fob once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice to
unlock all the doors. 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
Uconnect Settings Ú page 235.
The mechanical flip key can be used to lock
or unlock the doors, tailgate, glove compart-
ment, storage compartments (if equipped),
and rear seatbacks.
Using The Panic Alarm
To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push
the panic button on the key fob. When the Panic
Alarm is activated, the turn signals will flash, the
horn will pulse on and off, and the interior lights
will turn on.
The Panic Alarm will stay on for three minutes
unless you turn it off by either pushing the panic
button a second time or drive the vehicle at a
speed of 2 mph (4 km/h) or greater.
NOTE:
The interior lights will turn off if you place the
ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position while
the Panic Alarm is activated. However, the
exterior lights and horn will remain on.
You may need to be less than 35 ft (11 m)
from the vehicle when using the key fob to
turn off the Panic Alarm due to the radio
frequency noises emitted by the system.
1 — Mechanical Key Release Button
2 — Unlock Button
3 — Remote Start Button
4 — Panic Button
5 — LED Indicator
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 informa-
tion.
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 push.
1. Remove the back cover of the key fob by
inserting a flat-blade screw driver into the
slot on the bottom of the fob. Apply light
pressure until the cover unsnaps being
careful not to damage the seal. Proceed
counter-clockwise (in the order shown
below) to loosen 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 upward 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.
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