2004 JEEP WRANGLER hood release

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open hood, first release both hood latches.
Next, locate handle in middle of the front end of the
hood. Insert hand into gap between hood and radiator
support and lift up on handle to raise hood. You may
have to push down slightly on hood before lifting up on
handle. Insert the support rod into the slot in the radiator
support.To close the hood, remove the support rod from the
radiator support and place it in the retaining clip. Lower
the hood slowly, then let it drop the last few inches.
Secure both of the hood latches.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 55
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If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
U-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require
lubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and other
driveline and steering components may be provided with
grease fittings for lubrication. Lubrication of these com-
ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate
ªMaintenance Scheduleº in Section 8 is very important,
particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off-road or
other heavy-duty use. See your authorized dealer for
complete service information.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, tailgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particularattention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade
rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as
engine oil, gasoline, etc.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 237
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Hood Release.......................... 55
Hoses............................242,243
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................. 246
Ignition
Key ................................ 11
Illuminated Entry....................... 15
Infant Restraint.......................29,30
Inflation Pressure Tires................... 192
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 46
Instrument Cluster...................... 115
Instrument Panel and Controls............. 114
Interior Appearance Care................. 252
Interior Fuses.......................... 254
Interior Lights.......................... 56
Intermittent Wipers...................... 58
Introduction............................ 4
Jack Location.......................... 211
Jack Operation......................... 214
Jacking Instructions..................... 214
Jump Starting......................... 216Key, Programming....................... 13
Key Release Button...................... 11
Key, Replacement....................... 13
Key, Sentry............................ 12
Key-In Reminder........................ 12
Keys................................. 11
Lane Change and Turn Signals............. 116
Lap Belts.............................. 17
Lap/Shoulder Belts...................... 17
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren)........................... 33
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 197
Lighter, Cigar.......................... 62
Lights................................ 56
Airbag...........................29,118
Anti-Lock........................... 119
Anti-Lock Warning.................... 119
Brake Warning....................... 119
Check Engine........................ 118
Check Gauges........................ 118
Cruise.............................. 116
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Rear Window Defroster.................. 154
Rear Window Features................... 154
Rear Wiper/Washer..................... 155
Rearview Mirrors........................ 46
Reclining Front Seats..................... 50
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 259
Recreational Towing..................... 205
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 205
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) . . . 206
Reformulated Gasoline................... 198
Refrigerant............................ 236
Release, Hood.......................... 55
Reminder, Lights On..................... 57
Replacement Bulbs...................... 257
Replacement Keys....................... 13
Replacement Parts...................... 227
Replacement Tires...................... 194
Reporting Safety Defects................. 284
Restraints, Child........................ 29
Restraints, Occupant..................... 16
Rotation, Tires......................... 196Safety Checks Inside Vehicle............... 41
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.............. 41
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 284
Safety Information, Tire.................. 184
Safety Tips............................. 40
Satellite Radio......................... 145
Satellite Radio Antenna.................. 147
Schedule, Maintenance................... 262
Seat Belts.............................. 17
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage...... 21
And Pregnant Women.................. 21
Child Restraint......................29,36
Extender............................ 21
Front Seat............................ 17
Reminder........................... 117
Seats................................. 50
Adjustment.......................... 50
Rear Folding......................... 52
Rear Seat Cushion Removal.............. 53
Reclining............................ 50
Tilting.............................. 51
Selection of Oil........................ 230
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