2012 JEEP WRANGLER Owners Manual

Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side
Bars
1. Lower the fabric top or remove the hard top following
the instructions in this manual.
NOTE:To assist in properly reinstalling side bars, mark
the original locations prior to removing.
2. Remove the two top hex bolts (13 mm), and the one
side hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the trim (Do not
remove plastic corner trim, sun visor bolts, or sport bar
covering).
3. Remove the sun visor.
4. Remove the A-pillar cap.
5. Disconnect microphone (if equipped with Uconnect™
phone).
6. Open the sport bar Velcro covering.
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7. Remove the one hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the
plastic trim on the bottom side of the side bar, one hex
bolt (13 mm) on the side of the side bar, and one hex bolt
(13 mm) on top of the side bar.
NOTE:Pull side bar out horizontally when removing.CAUTION!
Do not remove the head impact foam from the side
bars, as damage to the foam may result.
NOTE: Store all of the mounting bolts in their original
threaded holes and tighten for safekeeping.
8. Remove the side bar assembly, and reattach the sport
bar Velcro covering.
9. To safely store the side bars in your vehicle, use four
cinch straps (available from your authorized dealer).
Attach the straps through the slots located on the floor
behind the folded rear seat at the front of the storage bin
cover.
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WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you carry the side
bars loose in your vehicle. Remove the side bars from
the vehicle or securely store them as described or
they may cause personal injury if an accident occurs.
See your authorized dealer for the cinch straps.
10. Remove the windshield wiper arms by first pulling
the wiper away from the windshield and out to the
“lock” position. Unsnap the wiper arm nut caps, and
remove the retaining nuts. Lift the wiper arms off and
store them in the center console or securely behind the
rear seat.
NOTE: It may be necessary to use a battery terminal
puller tool in order to separate the wiper arms from the
shaft after the nuts have been removed. 11. Remove the lower windshield plates by removing the
six black round-headed Torx
head screws (using a #40
Torx head driver) on each side of the base of the
windshield.
12. Lower the windshield gently until it contacts the
rubber hood bumpers.
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13. Secure the windshield by passing a cinch strap
through the footman hoop on the center of the hood and
on the center of the windshield frame. Tighten the strap
to secure the windshield in place.
Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars
1. Raise the windshield.
2. Loosely attach the rear of the side bar to the sport bar.
Refer to Step 4 of “Lowering Windshield And Removing
Side Bars” earlier in this section.
•Reattach the sport bar Velcrocovering.
3. Attach the front of the side bar to the windshield
frame.
•Install the top two hex bolts (13 mm) first, then the
lower side hex bolt (13 mm). The lower side bolt will
not align until the top two bolts are installed.
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4. Tighten all side bar attachment bolts.
5. Install the lower windshield plates with the six black
round-headed Torxhead screws (using a #40 Torx head
driver) on each side of the base of the windshield. 6. Reinstall the wiper arms.
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES — HARD TOP ONLY
Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped
A rotary switch on the center portion of the control lever
(located on the right side of the steering column) controls
the operation of the rear wiper/washer function.Rotate the switch upward to the first detent posi-
tion for rear wiper operation.
Rotate the switch upward past the first detent to
activate the rear washer. The washer pump and the
wiper will continue to operate as long as the switch
is held. Upon release, the wiper will cycle two to three
times before returning to the set position.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
to the LOCK position, the wiper will automatically return
to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted, the
wiper will resume function at whichever position the
switch is set at.
Rear Wiper/Washer Control
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Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped
The rear window defroster button is located on the
bottom right-side of the blower control knob.
Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster.
An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear
window defroster is on. The rear window defroster
automatically turns off after approximately 10 minutes.
For an additional five minutes of operation, press the
button a second time.
NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
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