2008 JEEP WRANGLER Owners Manual

CAUTION!
•Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder, which will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
•Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274
kPa) can result in damage or removal of paint and
decals.
Special Care
•
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
•It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels and tailgate must be kept
clear and open.
•If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
•If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or
similar cause which destroys the paint and protective
coating have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible.
The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibil-
ity of the owner.
•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., assure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
installing mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MOPARTouch-Up Paint on scratches or chips as
soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch-up
paint to match the color of your vehicle.
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Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil, use MOPARWheel Cleaner or select a
nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring
pads, steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes. Only
MOPAR cleaners are recommended. Do not use oven
cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’
protective finish.
YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure – If
Equipped
YES Essentials seats may be cleaned in the following
manner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•Do not use any solvents or protectants on Yes Essen-
tials products.
Interior Care
Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with MOPAR Total Clean, then
MOPAR Spot & Stain Remover if absolutely necessary.
Do not use harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use MOPAR
Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
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WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
CAUTION!
When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve-
hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Some air fresheners will damage the finish of
painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly
contact any surface.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows
equipped with electric defrosters. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rearview mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft tissue.
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Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage will also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MOPARTotal Clean, a
mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove
the belts from the vehicle to wash them.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models
CAUTION!
To maintain the appearance of your vehicle’s interior
trim and top, follow these precautions:
•Avoid leaving your vehicle unattended with the top
down, as exposure to sun or rain may damage interior
trim.
•Do not use harsh cleaners or bleaching agents on top
material, as damage may result.
•Do not allow any vinyl cleaner to run down and dry
on the paint, leaving a streak.
•After cleaning your vehicle’s fabric top, always make
sure it is completely dry before lowering.
•Be especially careful when washing the windows by
following the directions for “Care of Fabric Top Win-
dows.”
WASHING — Use MOPARCar Wash or mild soap
suds, lukewarm water, and a brush with soft bristles. If
extra cleaning is required, use MOPAR Convertible
Cloth Top Cleaner or a mild foaming cleaner on the entire
top, but support top from underneath.
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RINSING —Be sure to remove all trace of cleaner by
rinsing the top thoroughly with clean water. Remember
to allow the top to dry before lowering it.
Care Of Fabric Top Windows
CAUTION!
Your vehicle’s fabric top has pliable plastic windows
which can be scratched unless special care is taken by
following these directions:
1. Never use a dry cloth to remove dust. Instead, use a
microfiber towel or soft cotton cloth moistened with
cold or warm, clean water, and wipe across the window,
not up and down. MOPARJeep Soft Glass Window
Cleaner will safely clean all plastic windows without
scratching. Removes fine scratches to improve visibility
and provide UV protection to help prevent yellowing. 2. When washing,
never use hot water or anything
stronger than a mild soap. Never use solvents such as
alcohol or harsh cleaning agents.
3. Always rinse thoroughly with cold water, then wipe
with a soft and slightly moist, clean cloth.
4. When removing frost, snow or ice, never use a scraper
or de-icing chemicals. Use warm water only if you must
clean the window quickly.
5. Debris (sand, mud/dirt, dust, or salt) from off-road
driving will have a major impact on zipper operation.
Even normal on-road driving and vehicle washing will
eventually impact window zipper operation. To maintain
ease of use of the window zippers, each window zipper
should be cleaned and lubricated regularly. Use MO-
PA R Soft Top Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant to ease
zipper operation. Before applying, make sure the zipper
teeth are clear of sand, mud, and other materials. Clean
both sides of the zipper, not just one side. Rinse both
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zipper halves with fresh water and allow to dry. Aggres-
sively work the MOPARSoft Top Zipper Cleaner and
Lubricant into the zipper teeth. If a stuck zipper slide is
experienced, work the MOPAR Soft Top Zipper Cleaner
and Lubricant into the zipper slide. Several applications
may be required before the zipper comes free.
6. Never paste stickers, gummed labels or any tape to the
windows. Adhesives are hard to remove and may dam-
age the windows.
FUSES (TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER
MODULE)
The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is located
in the engine compartment near the battery. This center
contains cartridge fuses, mini fuses and relays. A label
that identifies each component is printed on the inside of
the cover.
Cavity Cartridge FuseMini
Fuse Description
J1 — —
J2 30 Amp Pink Transfer Case Module
J3 — —
Integrated Power Module (TIPM)
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
J4 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Node
J5 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node
J6 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Pump Feed/ESP
J7 30 Amp Pink Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Valve Feed/ESP
J8 — —
J9 40 Amp Green PZEV Sec Motor Feed/
Flex Fuel
J10 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash Relay/
Manifold Tuning Valve
J11 30 Amp Pink Sway BarCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw
(IOD) — Main
J14 40 Amp Green EBL (Rear Window De-
fogger)
J15 30 Amp Pink Rear Blower
J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
J18 20 Amp Yellow Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) Trans
Range
J19 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan
J20 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper LO/HI
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini
Fuse Description
J21 20 Amp Yellow Front/Rear Washer
J22 — Spare
M1 15 Amp
Blue Center High-Mounted
Stop Light (CHMSL)/
Switch Stop Lamp Feed
M2 20 Amp
Yellow Relay Trailer Lighting
(Stop)
M3 20 Amp
Yellow Frt/Rear Axle Locker
Relay
M4 — —
M5 — —
M6 20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet #1/Rain
Sensor
M7 20 Amp
Yellow Power Outlet #2
(BATT/ACC SELECT)Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
Fuse Description
M8 20 Amp
Yellow Front Heated Seat
M9 20 Amp
Yellow Rear Heated Seat (If
Equipped)
M10 20 Amp
Yellow Ignition Off Draw —
Vehicle Entertainment
System (IOD-VES), Sat-
ellite Digital Audio Re-
ceiver (SDARS), DVD,
Hands-Free Module
(HFM), RADIO, An-
tenna (ANT), Universal
Garage Door Opener
(UGDO), Vanity Lamp
(VANITY LP)
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