2008 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED Owners Manual

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner’s Manual containsWARNINGSagainst op-
erating procedures that could result in an accident or
bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONSagainst proce-
dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do not read this entire manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on a
stamped plate located on the left front corner of the
instrument panel pad, visible from outside of the vehicle
through the windshield. This number also appears on the
Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a
window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient
record of your vehicle identification number and optional
equipment.
NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

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▫To Turn Off “Flash Lights With Lock” ........21
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........22
▫ General Information ....................23
▫ Battery Replacement ....................24
 Remote Starting System — If Equipped ........25
 Doors ................................26
▫ Upper Half Door Window Removal
(If Equipped) .........................27
▫ Upper Half Door Window Installation
(If Equipped) .........................27
▫ Front Door Removal ....................28
▫ Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models) ......29
 Door Locks ............................31
▫ Manual Door Locks .....................32 ▫
Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........33
▫ Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit ...........34
▫ Automatic Door Locks ...................35
 Windows .............................36
▫ Power Windows — If Equipped ............36
▫ Rear Power Windows (Four-Door
Models Only) .........................37
▫ Wind Buffeting ........................38
 Rear Swing Gate ........................38
 Occupant Restraints ......................40
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .....................41
▫ Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor
Lock-Out (Four-Door Models Only) .........46
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ....47
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic
bag with the key code number on it. If you received your
keys without the bag, ask your authorized dealer to give
you the number. The key code can also be obtained by
your authorized dealer from your vehicle invoice.
Ignition Key Removal
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (ACC)
position.2. Push the ignition key inward.
3. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position, and
remove the key.

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Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.
STEERING WHEEL LOCK
Your vehicle is equipped with a passive steering wheel
lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle without the
ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved a half turn in
either direction, and the key is not in the ignition, the
steering wheel will lock.
To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel
With the engine running, rotate the steering wheel one–
half revolution from the straight ahead position, turn off
the engine, and remove the key. Rotate the steering wheel
slightly in both directions until the lock engages.
To Release the Steering Wheel Lock
Insert the key in the ignition, and turn the wheel slightly
to the left or right, to disengage the lock.
NOTE:If you turned the wheel to the right to engage
the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to
disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage
the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unautho-
rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
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