Jeep 2015 Wrangler - Owner Manual User Manual

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O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L	I n c l u d e s Wra n g l e r U n l i m i te d

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA

With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.

DRIVING AND ALCOHOL

Drunken 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 nondrinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

WARNING!

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.

This 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.

Chrysler Group 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.

Copyright © 2014 Chrysler Group LLC

SECTION		TABLE OF CONTENTS	PAGE
1	INTRODUCTION . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 3
2	THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . . 11
3	UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . 107
4	UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . 303
5	STARTING AND OPERATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . 415
6	WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . 559
7	MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . 581
8	MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . 651
9	IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		. . 661
10	INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . 671

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	INTRODUCTION		1
CONTENTS
! INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . .4	! WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
! ROLLOVER WARNING . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . .5	! VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER . . . . . . . .	8
! HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . .	. . . . . . . . . .6	! VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS . . . .9

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, 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 conditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle.

Before you start to drive 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 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. Refer to “On-Road/Off-Road Driving Tips” in “Starting And Operating” 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 Warranty Information, and various customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to read these publications carefully. Following the instructions and recommendations in this manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain with the vehicle when sold.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about your satisfaction.

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ROLLOVER WARNING

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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 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 control. Because of the higher center of gravity and the narrower track, if this vehicle is out of control it may roll over when 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.

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Rollover Warning Label

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.

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 subjects.

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 result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s 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 appears 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.

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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

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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.

Vehicle Identification Number

NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN plate.

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CONTENTS

! A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Ignition Key Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

! SENTRY KEY® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 ▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

! VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .20 ▫ Rearming The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 ▫ To Arm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

▫ To Disarm The System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 ! ILLUMINATED ENTRY — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . .22

! REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF

EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 ▫ To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate . . . . . . .24 ▫ Remote Key Unlock On First Push . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Sound Horn On Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ Using The Panic Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 ▫ To Turn Off Flash Lights With Lock . . . . . . . . .26

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▫ Programming Additional Transmitters . . . . . .	. .27
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . .	.27
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.28
! REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED	. .29
▫ How To Use Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.29
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped . . . .	.30
▫ To Enter Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.30
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.31
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.32
! DOORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.32

▫ Upper Half Door Window Removal — If
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.32
▫ Upper Half Door Window Installation — If
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	33
▫ Front Door Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	33
▫ Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models) . . . . . .	35
! DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	38
▫ Manual Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	38
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . .	40
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	42
! WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	43
▫ Power Windows — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . .	43
▫ Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	46

! REAR SWING GATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 ! OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ Important Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ▫ Seat Belt Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 ▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . . . .63 ▫ Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 ▫ Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

! ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .100

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	! SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.100
	▫ Transporting Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.100	2
	▫ Exhaust Gas	101
	▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
	Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	102
	▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
	The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	105

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

The authorized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers 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 (Accessory) 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.

Vehicle Key With RKE Transmitter

Ignition Switch Positions

1	— LOCK	3	— ON/RUN
2	— ACC (ACCESSORY)	4	— START

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WARNING!
• Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking	2
brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re-
move the Key Fob from the vehicle. 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 unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.

•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

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WARNING! (Continued)

•Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.

NOTE: The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC position.

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 that have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to prevent 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 try to start the engine.

NOTE: A key that 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 after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In addition, if the Vehicle Security Light begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates that someone used an invalid key to try to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in the engine being shut off after two seconds.

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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 electron- 2 ics. 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 problems and loss of security protection.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

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Replacement Keys

NOTE: Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key® is programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.

CAUTION!

Always remove the Sentry Keys® from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Duplication of keys may be performed at an authorized dealer or by following the customer key programming procedure. This procedure consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key is one that has never been programmed.

NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.

Customer Key Programming

If you have two valid Sentry Keys®, you can program new Sentry Keys® to the system by performing the following procedure:

1.Cut the additional Sentry Key® Transponder blank(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.

2.Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position for at least three seconds, but no longer than 15 seconds. Then, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the first key.

3.Insert the second valid key into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 15 seconds. After 10 seconds, a chime will

sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will begin to flash. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the second key.

4.Insert a blank Sentry Key® into the ignition switch. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position within 60 seconds. After 10 seconds, a single chime will sound. In addition, the Vehicle Security Light will stop flashing. To indicate that programming is complete, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on again for three seconds and then turn off.

The new Sentry Key® is programmed. The Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will also be programmed during this procedure.

Repeat this procedure to program up to eight keys. If you do not have a programmed Sentry Key®, contact your authorized dealer for details.

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NOTE: If a programmed key is lost, see your authorized dealer to have all remaining keys erased from the system’s memory. This will prevent the lost key from 2 starting your vehicle. The remaining keys must then be reprogrammed. All vehicle keys must be taken to an authorized dealer at the time of service to be reprogrammed.

General Information

The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference.

•This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED

The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors, swing gate, and ignition for unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks are disabled. The Vehicle Security Alarm provides both audible and visible signals when alarming. The horn will sound, the headlights will turn on, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash repeatedly for three minutes. If the disturbance is still present (driver’s door, passenger door, other doors, ignition) after three minutes, the headlights, park lamps and/or turn signals will flash for an additional 15 minutes.

NOTE: The Panic Alarm and the Vehicle Security Alarm are quite different. Please take a moment to activate the Panic Alarm and the Vehicle Security Alarm to hear the differences in the horn. In case one should go off in the future, you will need to know which mode has been activated in order to deactivate it.

Rearming 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 three minutes, turn off all of the visual signals after 15 minutes, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm will rearm itself.

To Arm The System

The Vehicle Security Alarm will set when you use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock the doors and swing gate, or when you use the power door lock switch while the door is open. After all the doors are locked and closed, the Vehicle Security Light (located on

the instrument cluster) will flash rapidly for about 16 seconds to signal that the Vehicle Security Alarm is arming. During this 16-second arming period, opening any door or the swing gate will cancel the arming. If the Vehicle Security Alarm is successfully set, the Vehicle Security Light will flash at a slower rate to indicate the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed.

To Disarm The System

To disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm, you will need to push the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. If something has triggered the Vehicle Security Alarm in your absence, the horn will sound three times, and the exterior lights blink three times when you unlock the doors. Check the vehicle for tampering.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm unexpectedly. If you

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remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the RKE transmitter, once the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed (after 16 seconds), when you pull the door handle to exit, 2 the alarm will sound. If this occurs, push the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. You may also accidentally disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm by unlocking the driver’s door with the key and then locking it. The door will be locked but the Vehicle Security Alarm will not arm.

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.

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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

#Dome ON# position (extreme top position).

•The Illuminated Entry system will not operate 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, swing gate, and activate the Panic Alarm from a maximum distance of 66 ft (20 m) using a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.

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Three Button RKE Transmitter	Four Button RKE Transmitter
	NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked
	with metal objects.

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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 Push

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 programmed RKE transmitter.

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 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.

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 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.

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To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate

Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-

ter to lock all doors. The turn signals will flash, and the 2 horn will chirp once to acknowledge the lock signal.

Sound Horn On Lock

This feature will cause the horn to chirp when the doors are locked 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.

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•For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the following steps:

1.Push the RKE transmitter LOCK button for 4 to 10 seconds.

2.While the LOCK button is pushed (after four seconds), push the RKE transmitter PANIC button. Release both buttons.

The “Sound Horn On Lock” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.

Using The Panic Alarm

To turn the Panic Alarm feature on or off, push and hold the PANIC button on the RKE transmitter for at least one second and release. When the Panic Alarm is activated, the headlights will turn on, the park lights 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 pushing the PANIC button a second time, or if the vehicle speed is 5 mph (8 km/h) or greater.

NOTE: When you turn off the Panic Alarm by pushing the PANIC button a second time, you may have to move closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of the system.

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.

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The “Flash Lights With Lock” feature can be reactivated by repeating this procedure.

Programming Additional Transmitters

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Refer to “Sentry Key®” in “Things To Know Before Starting” for programming additional transmitters.

If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter, contact your authorized dealer for details.

Transmitter Battery Replacement

The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.

NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

1.With the RKE transmitter buttons facing down, use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Use extreme care not to damage the seal or internal components.

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Separating RKE Transmitter Halves

2.Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

3.To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two halves together.

General Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference.

•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions:

1.A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years.

2.Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

This system uses the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of

approximately 300 ft (91 m).

NOTE:

•The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.

•Obstructions between the vehicle and RKE transmitter may reduce this range.

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How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:	2

•Shift lever in PARK

•Doors closed

•Hood closed

•Hazard switch off

•Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)

•Ignition key removed from ignition switch

•Battery at an acceptable charge level

•RKE PANIC button not pushed

•System not disabled from previous remote start event

•Vehicle theft alarm not active

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WARNING!

•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled.

•Keep Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could cause serious injury or death.

Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped

The following messages will display in the EVIC if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely:

• Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar

•Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar

•Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low

•Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar

•Remote Start Aborted — System Fault

The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position.

To Enter Remote Start

Push and release the REMOTE START button on the RKE transmitter twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, the parking lights will flash and the horn will chirp twice (if

programmed). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:

•The park lamps will turn on and remain on during Remote Start mode.

•For security, power window operation is disabled when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.

•The engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.

Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:

•The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500.

•Any engine warning lamps come on.

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•The hood is opened.

•The hazard switch is pushed.

2

• The transmission is moved out of PARK.

• The brake pedal is pushed.

To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The

Vehicle

Push and release the REMOTE START button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.

NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system will disable the one time push of the REMOTE START button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start request.

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To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle		Upper Half Door Window Removal — If Equipped
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release		Grasp the half door window and pull upward.
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN
position in order to drive the vehicle.
DOORS

CAUTION!
Careless handling and storage of the removable door
panels may damage the seals, causing water to leak	Upper Half Door Window
into the vehicle’s interior.

Upper Half Door Window Installation — If

Equipped

1.Grasp the half door window and line up the pins with the pockets in the lower door.

2.Push down to ensure the half door window is fully seated.

Front Door Removal

WARNING!

Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only.

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2

Door Removal Warning Label

1.Roll down the glass window to prevent any damage.

2.Remove the hinge pin screws from the upper and lower outside hinges (using a #T50 Torx® head driver).

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NOTE: The hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed in the rear cargo tray located under the rear loadfloor.

		Door Strap/Harness Location
	1	— Wiring Harness (follow the harness up and under the instru-
	ment panel to the connector)
Hinge Pin Screw	2	— Body Hook
	3	— Door/Harness Strap

3. Unplug the wiring harness connector under the instrument panel by pushing the tab at the base of the connector and pulling down to disconnect.

4.Unhook the door strap from the body hook. Be careful not to allow the door to swing fully open as the mirror may damage the paint.

5.With the door open, lift the door to clear the hinge pins from their hinges and remove the door.

NOTE: Doors are heavy; use caution when removing them.

To reinstall the door(s), perform the previous steps in the opposite order.

Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models)

WARNING!

Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the doors removed as you will lose the protection that they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use during off-road operation only.

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2

Door Removal Warning Label

1.Roll down the glass window to prevent any damage.

2.Remove the hinge pin screws from the upper and lower outside hinges (using a #T50 Torx® head driver).

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NOTE: The hinge pin screws and nuts can be stowed in the rear cargo tray located under the rear loadfloor.

Hinge Pin Screw

3.Slide the front seat(s) fully forward.

4.Remove the trim access door from the bottom of the B-pillar.

Trim Access Door

5. Unplug the wiring harness connector.

NOTE: Squeeze the tab on the base of the connector. This will unlock the connector tab, allowing the harness to be disconnected.

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2

Connector Latched	Connector Unplugged
6.	Unhook the door strap from the body hook.
7.	With the door open, lift the door to clear the hinge pins
	from their hinges and remove the door.

NOTE: Doors are heavy; use caution when removing them.

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To reinstall the door(s), perform the previous steps in the opposite order.

DOOR LOCKS

Manual Door Locks

All doors are equipped with an interior rocker-type door lock lever. To lock a door when leaving your vehicle, push the rocker lever forward to the LOCK position and close the door. To UNLOCK, the door push the rocker lever rearward.

Manual Door Lock (Full Frame Doors)

Manual Door Lock (Half Doors)

NOTE: The ignition key that is used to start the vehicle is used to lock or unlock the doors, swing gate, glove compartment, and console storage.

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WARNING!
• For personal security reasons and safety in a colli-	2
sion, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well
as when you park and leave the vehicle.

•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.

•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.

•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

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Power Door Locks — If Equipped

The power door lock switch is located on each front door panel. Push the switch forward to lock the doors, and rearward to unlock the doors.

Power Door Lock Switch

WARNING!

•For personal security reasons and safety in a collision, lock the vehicle doors when you drive, as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key Fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.

•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.

•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped

The auto door lock feature default condition is enabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by your authorized dealer or through the Uconnect® Settings in your radio.

Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit — If Equipped

The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if:

1.The “Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit” feature is enabled.

2.The vehicle speed returned to 0 mph (0 km/h) and the transmission shift lever is in NEUTRAL or PARK.

3.The driver door is opened.

4.The doors were not previously unlocked.

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Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming
The “Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit” feature can be
enabled or disabled as follows:	2

1.Close all doors and place the key in the ignition.

2.Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON/ RUN and then back to LOCK four times ending up in the LOCK position.

3.Push the power door unlock switch to unlock the doors.

4.A single chime will indicate the completion of the programming.

5.Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to its previous setting.

NOTE: Use the “Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit” feature in accordance with local laws.

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Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear

Doors

To provide a safer environment for small children riding in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with Child-Protection Door Lock system.

To Engage Or Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock System

1.Open the rear door.

2.Insert the tip of the ignition key into the lock and rotate to the LOCK or UNLOCK position.

3.Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the opposite rear door.

Child-Protection Door Lock Function

WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged.

NOTE: For emergency exit with the system engaged, move the rocker lever rearward (unlocked position), roll down the window and open the door with the outside door handle.

WINDOWS

Power Windows — If Equipped

The power window switches are located on the instrument panel below the radio. Push the switch downward to open the window and upward to close the window.

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2

Power Window Switches

The top left switch controls the left front window and the top right switch controls the right front window.

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NOTE:

•For vehicles not equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), the power window switches will remain active for 45 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature.

•For vehicles equipped with the EVIC, the power window switches will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position. Opening either front door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is programmable. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

Four-Door Models

The lower left switch controls the left rear passenger window, and the lower right switch controls the right rear passenger window.

Auto-Down

Both the driver and front passenger window switches have an “Auto-Down” feature. Push the window switch past the first detent, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch.

To stop the window from going all the way down during the Auto-Down operation, pull up on the switch briefly.

To partially open the window, push halfway to the first detent and release it when you want the window to stop.

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Window Lockout Switch — Four-Door Models

The window lockout switch (located between the front

window switches) allows you to disable the rear window 2 switches that are located on the back of the center floor

console. To disable the window controls, push the window lockout button downward. To enable the window controls, push the window lockout button upward.

Window Lockout Switch

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Rear Power Windows — Four-Door Models

The rear passenger window switches are located on the back of the center floor console. Push the switch downward to open the window and upward to close the window.

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized by adjusting the window opening.

REAR SWING GATE

The rear swing gate can be unlocked by using the key, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or by activating the power door lock switches located on the front doors.

To open the swing gate, push the button on the gate handle.

Rear Power Window Switches (Four-Door Models)

Gate Handle

NOTE: Close the rear flip-up window before attempting to close the swing gate (hard top models only).

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CAUTION!
Do not press on rear wiper blade when closing the	2
rear flip-up window, as damage to the blade will
result.
WARNING!
Driving with the flip-up window open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and
your passengers could be injured by these fumes.
Keep the flip-up window closed when you are oper-
ating the vehicle.

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OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems:

•Seat Belt Systems

•Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags

•Child Restraints

Important Safety Precautions

Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag:

1.Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat.

2.If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. (Refer to “Child Restraints”)

3.Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (Refer to #Child Restraints#) should be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child restraints or beltpositioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat.

4.Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.

5.You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.