2008 JEEP WRANGLER oil reset

If any other active warnings including “gATE”, “gAS-
CAP”, “noFUSE”, “CHANgE OIL”, or “ESPOFF” are
present, they will be shown in the VF display and will
also continue to cycle. If the vehicle is moving, three
single chimes will occur, one chime for each complete
display cycle (three cycles total). After this, the display
will continue to cycle only (no chimes).
If the trip/reset button is pressed while the VF warnings
are being displayed, the VF display will revert back to
only displaying the odometer/trip odometer mileage.
Upper Half Door Window Removal (If Equipped)
1. Grasp the half door window and pull up.Upper Half Door Window Installation (If
Equipped)
1. Grasp the half door window and line up pins into
pockets in lower door.
Upper Half Door Window
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DOOR LOCKS
The vacuum fluorescent (VF) display located in the
odometer area displays the word “door” as an indication
of a door ajar or door not completely closed. When the
vehicle is not moving and the door is ajar or not
completely closed, the VF display will show the word
“door.”
If any other active warnings including “gATE”, “gAS-
CAP”, “noFUSE”, “CHANgE OIL”, or “ESPOFF” are
present, they will be shown in the VF display and will
also continue to cycle. If the vehicle is moving, three
single chimes will occur, one chime for each complete
display cycle (three cycles total). After this, the display
will continue to cycle only (no chimes).If the trip/reset button is pressed while the VF warnings
are being displayed, the VF display will revert back to
only displaying the odometer/trip odometer mileage.
NOTE:
The ignition key that is used to start the vehicle
is used to lock or unlock the doors, swing gate, and
console storage.
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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.
Vehicle Warning Messages
When the appropriate conditions exist, messages such as
“door” (indicates that a door(s) may be ajar), “gATE” (if
the swing gate is open or ajar), “gASCAP” (which
indicates that your gas cap is possibly loose or damaged),
CHANgE OIL” (indicates that the engine oil should be
changed), “ESPOFF” (indicates that ESP is turned off),
and “noFUSE” (indicates that the Ignition Off Draw
(IOD) fuse is removed from the Integrated Power Mod-
ule), will display in the odometer.Change Oil Message
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “CHANgE OIL” message will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12
seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the
next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty-cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN
position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and
release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument
cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after
performing the scheduled maintenance) refer to the fol-
lowing procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not
start the engine).
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2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three
times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary repeat this procedure.
25. 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 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.
26. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator
Light/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator Light
This indicator light starts to flash as soon as the
tires lose traction and the ESP system becomes
active. The ESP/TCS Indicator Light also
flashes when TCS is active. If the ESP/TCS
Indicator Light begins to flash during acceleration, ease
up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as
possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the
prevailing road conditions. The ESP/TCS Indicator Light
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•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 mi (10,000 km) or 6 months, whichever
comes first.
Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message
after completing the scheduled oil change. If this sched-
uled oil change is performed by someone other than your
dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps
described under “Odometer/Trip Odometer” in the “In-
strument Cluster Description” section of this manual.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
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Trip .............................210,211
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 294
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 294
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 212
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 212
Oil, Engine ............................ 383
Capacity ............................ 424
Dipstick ............................. 383
Filter ............................... 385
Identification Logo ..................... 384
Materials Added to ..................... 385
Pressure Warning Light .................. 207
Recommendation ................... 384,424
Viscosity .......................... 384,424
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 207
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............379,380
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 84
Overheating, Engine ...................... 365
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .......... 441Paint Care
............................. 406
Paint Damage .......................... 406
Panic Alarm ............................ 21
Parking Brake .......................... 308
Passing Light ........................... 99
PCV Valve ............................ 388
Pets .................................. 74
Phone, Cellular .................... 85,250,251
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ........85,250,251
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 318
Polishing and Waxing ..................... 407
Port Universal Serial Bus (USB) ................ 250
USB ................................ 250
Power Distribution Center (Fuses) ............... 413
Door Locks ........................... 33
Steering .......................... 31 1,391
Windows ............................. 36
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Trip Computer.......................... 215
Trip Odometer .......................... 211
Trip Odometer Reset Button ................ 210
Turn Signals .................... 99,207,421,422
UConnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ...........85,250
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 442
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port .............. 250
Upholstery Care ........................ 409
USB Port .............................. 250
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ................. 399
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 342
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 8
Vehicle Loading ...................... 318,342
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 8
Vehicle Storage ....................... 266,419
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 384 Warning Flasher, Hazard
.................. 364
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 206
Warning, Roll Over ........................ 5
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 8
Warranty Information ..................... 440
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 198
Washers, Windshield ..................... 393
Waxing and Polishing ..................... 407
Wheel Alignment and Balance ............... 328
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 409
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 409
Wheel Mounting ........................ 370
Wind Buffeting .......................... 38
Window Fogging ........................ 265
Windows .............................. 36
Power ............................... 36
Windshield, Folding ...................... 191
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