2005 JEEP WRANGLER towing

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The “Scheduled” maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is ScheduleB. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C)
•Stop and go driving
•Excessive engine idling
•Driving in dusty conditions
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C)
•Trailer towing
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service)
300 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Schedule “B”
Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C)
•Stop and go driving
•Excessive engine idling
•Driving in dusty conditions
•Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C)
•Trailer towing
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service)
•Off-road or desert driving
•If equipped for and operated with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow “Schedule B” of the
“Maintenance Schedules” section of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace your engine coolant/anti-freeze every 102,000
miles (163 000 km) or 60 months, whichever comes first,
and follow “Schedule B” of the “Maintenance Schedules”
section of this manual.
SCHEDULE “B” 303
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Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)
Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Not
required if belt was previously replaced.X
Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze at
120 months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (163
000 km).X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
† Applies only if vehicle is used for frequent trailer
towing or fleet/commercial service.
This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.‡Off-highway operation, trailer towing, taxi, limousine,
bus, snow plowing, or other types of commercial service
or prolonged operation with heavy loading, especially in
hot weather, require front and rear axle service indicated
witha‡inSchedule “B”. Perform these services if the
vehicle is usually operated under these conditions.
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Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................. 63
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 253
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 244
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 257
Used Coolant......................... 269
Door Locks............................. 18
Doors................................. 18
Drive Belts............................ 257
Driving............................... 202
Off-Pavement......................... 202
Off-Road............................ 202
Dual Top.............................. 73
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary.................. 69
Electrical Power Outlets.................... 69
Electronic Speed Control................... 66
Emergency Brake........................ 196Emergency, In Case of
Brake Warning Light.................... 147
Coolant Temperature Gauge.............. 145
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............... 145
Jacking............................. 238
Jump Starting......................... 242
Emission Control System Maintenance......251,300
Engine
Air Cleaner.......................... 260
Block Heater......................... 180
Break-In Recommendations................ 44
Compartment......................... 249
Exhaust Gas Caution..................44,225
Fails to Start.......................... 179
Flooded, Starting...................... 179
Fuel Requirements..................222,295
Jump Starting......................... 242
Oil ..............................253,295
Oil Disposal.......................... 257
INDEX 335
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 296
Recreational Towing...................... 232
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 232
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 233
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 223
Refrigerant............................ 263
Release, Hood........................... 60
Reminder, Lights On...................... 63
Replacement Bulbs....................... 290
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 252
Replacement Tires....................... 219
Reporting Safety Defects................... 327
Restraints, Child......................... 34
Restraints, Occupant...................... 19
Rotation, Tires.......................... 221
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 45Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 46
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 327
Safety Information, Tire................... 207
Safety Tips............................. 44
Satellite Radio.......................... 163
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 167
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 300
Seat Belts.............................. 20
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 25
And Pregnant Women................... 26
Child Restraint.......................34,41
Extender............................. 26
Front Seat............................ 20
Reminder............................ 144
Seats................................. 55
Adjustment........................... 55
Rear Folding.......................... 57
Rear Seat Cushion Removal................ 58
Reclining............................. 56
342 INDEX

Storage, Vehicle......................... 290
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 290
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 27
Tachometer............................ 143
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 145
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 37
Tilt Steering Column...................... 66
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 211
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 210
Tire Markings.......................... 207
Tire Safety Information.................... 207
Tires ................................. 215
Air Pressure.......................... 216
Alignment and Balance.................. 220
Chains.............................. 221
Changing............................ 238
General Information.................... 215
High Speed.......................... 217Inflation Pressures..................... 216
Jacking...........................238,240
Load Capacity...................... 211,212
Radial.............................. 218
Replacement......................... 219
Rotation............................. 221
Safety.............................. 207
Sizes............................... 208
Spare Tire........................... 239
Spinning............................ 218
Tread Wear Indicators................... 218
To Open Hood.......................... 60
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 190
Towing............................229,244
Disabled Vehicle....................... 244
Recreational.......................... 232
Trailering............................ 229
Trac-Lok Rear Axle...................... 194
Trailer Towing.......................... 229
344 INDEX