2005 JEEP WRANGLER odometer

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.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before
driving.
LIGHTS
Interior Lights
The overhead light comes on when a door is opened. It
may also be turned on by rotating the control for the
dimmer switch on the muti-function control lever fully
upward.
The overhead light will automatically turn off in about 20
minutes if a door is left open or the dimmer control is left
in the dome light position. Turn the ignition switch ON to
restore the overhead light operation.
Daytime Brightness Feature
Certain instrument panel components (odometer, radio
display) can be illuminated at full brightness during the
daytime. This can be helpful when driving with your
headlights on during the daytime such as in a parade or
a funeral procession. To activate this feature, rotate the
left stalk one detent lower than the dome light.
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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 “Malfunction Indicator
Light” 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. (See page 250 for more
information.)
18. Trip Odometer Button
Press and release this button to toggle between the
odometer and trip odometer displays. This button is also
used to reset the trip odometer to 0. While the display is
showing the trip odometer, press and hold the button for
approximately 2 seconds and the display will reset to 0.19. Odometer/Trip Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.
The odometer will “illuminate” when the driver’s door
has been opened, and will remain on for 20 seconds after
exiting the vehicle.
U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There-
fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so the correct mileage can be
determined.
The trip odometer shows individual mileage up to 999.9
miles (1 600 km). To switch from odometer to trip
odometer, press the trip odometer button.
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may change suspen-
sion dimensions and performance characteristics,
resulting in changes to steering, handling, and brak-
ing of your vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and suspension com-
ponents. You could lose control and have an accident
resulting in serious injury or death. Use only the tire
and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your
vehicle.
•Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size
listed on your vehicle’s tire label. Using a smaller tire
could result in tire overloading and failure. You
could lose control and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
•Overloading your tires is dangerous. Overloading
can cause tire failure. Use tires of the recommended
load capacity for your vehicle - never overload them.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings. Check with your dealer before replacing tires
with a different size.
Alignment and Balance
The suspension components of your vehicle should be
inspected and aligned when needed, to obtain maximum
tire tread life.
Poor suspension alignment may result in:
•reduced tread life;
•uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided
wear;
•vehicle pull to the right or to the left.
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Front Axle............................. 278
Fuel................................. 222
Filler Cap............................ 226
Filter............................... 260
Gasoline............................ 222
Gauge.............................. 148
Materials Added....................... 224
Octane Rating........................ 223
Requirements......................... 295
Tank Capacity........................ 295
Fuel System Caution...................224,227
Fuses................................ 286
GasCap .............................. 226
Gasoline.............................. 222
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 223
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 223
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 145Fuel................................ 148
Odometer........................... 146
Oil Pressure.......................... 145
Speedometer......................... 144
Tachometer.......................... 143
Voltmeter............................ 143
Gear Ranges........................183,185
Glass Cleaning.......................... 283
Glove Compartment...................... 71
HardTop .............................. 86
Hard Top Removal....................... 87
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 236
Headlights
Bulb Replacement...................... 291
Dimmer Switch........................ 63
Replacing............................ 291
Switch............................... 62
Heater............................... 169
INDEX 337
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Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)...........................37,38
Lubrication, Body....................... 264
Maintenance, Airbag...................... 33
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 261
Maintenance Procedures................... 253
Maintenance Schedule.................... 300
ScheduleA......................... 314
ScheduleB.......................... 303
Maintenance Schedules.................... 300
Malfunction Indicator Light..............145,251
Manual, Service......................... 328
Manual Transmission..................181,276
Fluid Level Check...................... 276
Lubricant Selection..................... 276
Shift Speeds.......................... 183
Master Cylinder......................... 273
Mirrors................................ 50Automatic Dimming..................... 50
Compass/Temperature................... 50
Outside.............................. 54
Rearview............................. 50
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 9
Mopar Parts.........................252,327
Multi-Function Control Lever................ 62
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 44
Occupant Restraints....................... 19
Octane Rating, Gasoline................... 223
Odometer............................. 146
Trip ................................ 146
Off-Pavement Driving.................... 202
Off-Road Driving........................ 202
Oil, Engine............................ 253
Capacity............................ 295
Dipstick............................. 253
340 INDEX

Hitches............................. 222
Transfer Case........................... 277
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation.............. 191
Maintenance.......................... 277
Transmission
Automatic........................... 184
Maintenance.......................274,276
Manual............................. 181
Shifting............................. 181
Transporting Pets........................ 43
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 218
Trip Odometer.......................... 146
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 146
Turn Signals....................63,143,292,294
Underhood Fuses........................ 288
Upholstery Care........................ 283
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 271Variance, Compass....................... 53
Vehicle Identification Number................ 8
Vehicle Loading......................... 212
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage......................... 290
Vinyl Trim............................. 283
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................... 256
Voltmeter............................. 143
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)........... 143
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 325
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 138
Washers, Windshield..................... 265
Waxing and Polishing..................... 280
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 220
Wheel Mounting........................ 241
Windshield Defroster..................171,173
INDEX 345
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