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WARNING!
²Do not drive vehicle with rear window curtain up
unless side curtains are also open. Dangerous
exhaust gases which can kill could enter the
vehicle.
²The fabric upper doors and fabric top are de-
signed only for protection against the elements.
Do not rely on them to contain occupants within
the vehicle or to protect against injury during an
accident. Remember, always wear seat belts.
Folding Down The Soft Top
1. If your vehicle has half doors, remove each half door
window by opening the door and lifting the half door
window out.
NOTE:Stow half doors carefully outside of the vehicle,
never inside to avoid scratches.
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5. Open the tailgate, partially unzip the rear window on
each side, and unlock the rear window retainers.
NOTE:If zippers are difficult to operate due to road
dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a
small brush. Cleaning products are available through
Mopartdistributors.6. Pull the retainer bar straight out from the tailgate clips.
²Remove the rear window entirely. This is done by
unzipping the window bringing the right zipper tab
all the way to the end of the zipper track at the
bottom left corner. Stow the windows carefully to
avoid scratching, pull up on the window to disen-
gage zipper end.
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7. Beginning from the rear, moving forward, partially
unzip the side window and untuck the bottom retainers.8. Finish unzipping the window and repeat this step on
the other side.
NOTE:Stow clean windows carefully outside of the
vehicle to avoid scratches.
9. Untuck the sail panels from the bodyside.
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Putting Up The Soft Top
NOTE:
Be sure the wire harness is not attached to the
soft top bows before you lift the top.
1. Slide Sunrider sleeve towards header to cover Sun-
rider link (Unlimited Models Only).
2. Begin working from the rear of the vehicle, with the
tailgate open. Lift the plastic header (with latches) up and
over the sport bar. As the header reaches the top, locate
the 2 bow and push it up and over the sport bar.3. Move to the side of the vehicle and pull the side bow
forward and down. Be sure the check straps are not
tangled around the 2 bow. You will see the 3 bow rise
from the rear of the vehicle.
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6. Tuck drip rail retainers into the door frame slots.
7. Close the header latches, and return sun visors to their
original position.
DOOR FRAME
WARNING!
Do not drive your vehicle on-pavement with the
door frame removed or the windshield down as you
lose the protection these structural elements can
provide. These two procedures are furnished for use
during off-road operation only.
Door Frame Removal
1. Unscrew and remove the door frame attachment
knobs. Place one hand in the upper rear and one hand on
the upper front of the door frame. Pull the frame towards
you with your rearward hand to remove the frame from
the vehicle.2. Fold the door frames and store the knobs and door
frames outside of the vehicle. Repeat this step for the
other side.
WARNING!
²Use both hands to remove the door frames. The
door frames will fold and could cause injury if
both hands are not used.
²Never store the door frames in your vehicle. In an
event of an accident, a loose door frame many
cause personal injury. If removed, always store
the door frames outside of the vehicle.
Door Frame Installation
1. Set the door frame pin into the hole on top of the body
side, just behind the door opening.
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7. High Beam Indicator Light
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever towards the
steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or
low. If the driver's door is open, and the headlights or
parklights are left on, the ªHigh Beam Indicator Lightº
will flash and a chime will sound.
8. Seat Belt Indicator Light
A warning chime and an indicator light will
alert you to buckle the seat belts. When the belt
is buckled, the chime will stop, but the light will
stay on until it times out (about 6 seconds).
9. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
10. Front Axle Lock Indicator Light Ð If Equipped
Indicates when the front axle lock has been
activated.11. Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light Ð If Equipped
Indicates when the rear axle lock has been
activated.
12. 4WD Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is
in the four-wheel drive mode, and the front
and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked
together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed.
13. Shift Indicator Light Ð If Equipped
This light shows the driver when to shift to the
next higher gear for best fuel economy (4.0L
Only).
14. Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. This gauge does
not indicate oil level, and pressure varies with
engine speed, temperature and oil viscosity. Consis-
tent lower readings indicate possible malfunction.
Seek authorized service.
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15. Coolant Temperature Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. The red
zone to the far right indicates possible overheat-
ing. Seek authorized service immediately if the
gauge operates in the red zone. In U.S. vehicles,
temperature is indicated in degrees fahrenheit; in
Canadian vehicles in degrees centigrade.
16. Airbag Warning Light
This indicator lights and remains lit for 6 to
8 seconds when the ignition is first turned
on. If the light does not come on for 6 to 8
seconds, stays on or comes on while driving,
have the airbag system checked by an authorized
dealer.
17. Check Gauges Warning Light
This light monitors the engine coolant tem-
perature, engine oil pressure, and voltage
gauges. If it detects an extreme condition a
chime will sound and the light will come on. If the
light comes on, check the operation of these gauges for
a malfunction condition.18. Malfunction Indicator Light
This light is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic
System called OBD II that monitors engine,
and automatic transmission control systems.
The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the
ON position before engine start. If the bulb does not
come on when turning the key from OFF to ON, have
the condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor quality fuel, etc. may illuminate the light after
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
stays on through several typical driving styles. In most
situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not
require towing.
When the engine is running, the ªMalfunction Indicator
Lightº may flash to alert serious conditions that could
lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic
converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as
soon as possible if this occurs.
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²Oldies
²Other M
²Phone In
²Pop M
²Religion
²Rock M
²Science
²Social
²Sport
²Travel
²Varied
²Weather
By pressing the SEEK button when the PTY icon is
displayed, the radio will be tuned to the next frequency
station with the same selected PTY name. The PTY
function only operates when in the FM mode.If a preset button is activated while in the PTY (Program
Type) mode, the PTY mode will be exited and the radio
will tune to the preset station.
AF LOC (Alternative Frequencies and Local
Frequencies) Button
Pressing the AF LOC button will toggle the radio display
as follows: LOC ON »» AF OFF »» LOC OFF. The radio
display will indicate when the LOC and AF are activated.
AF will automatically tune to another frequency of the
same national program when the signal quality of the
currently tuned frequency becomes poor.
LOC limits AF to only tune to another station within the
same region code to ensure the program remains local.
Operating Instructions - Tape Mode
Insert the cassette with the exposed tape side toward the
right and the mechanical action of the player will gently
pull the cassette into the play position.
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