2012 JEEP WRANGLER hood release

•Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
•Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar
•Remote Start Aborted — System Fault
The EVIC message stays active until the ignition is turned
to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter Remote Start
Press and release the REMOTE START button
on the RKE transmitter twice within five sec-
onds. The parking lights will flash and the horn
will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
•The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
•For security, power window operation is disabled
when the vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
•The engine can be started two consecutive times (two
15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,
the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN
position before you can repeat the start sequence for a
third cycle.
Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:
•The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500
•Any engine warning lamps come on
•The hood is opened
•The hazard switch is pressed
•The transmission is moved out of PARK
•The brake pedal is pressed
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

To Raise The Rear Seat
Raise the seatback and lock it into place. If interference
from the cargo area prevents the seatback from fully
locking, you will have difficulty returning the seat to its
proper position.
NOTE:If the rear seatback is not fully latched, the
center shoulder belt will not be able to be extended for
use. If you cannot extend the center shoulder belt, make
sure your seatback is fully latched.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback in not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper stability
for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Release both the hood latches.
Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, located in the
middle of the hood opening. Push the latch to the left side
of the vehicle, to open the hood. You may have to push
down slightly on the hood before pushing the safety
latch. Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood.
Hood Latch
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

If the engine shows no sign of starting after two 15–
second periods of cranking with the accelerator pedal
held to the floor, repeat the “Normal Starting” or “Ex-
treme Cold Weather” procedures.
With Tip Start – Automatic Transmission Only
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
“Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold Weather” proce-
dures, it may be flooded. To clear any excess fuel, push
the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it.
Then, turn the ignition switch to the START position and
release it as soon as the starter engages. The starter motor
will disengage automatically in 10 seconds. Once this
occurs, release the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then
repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to 15 sec-
onds before trying again.
After Starting
The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine
warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and permits
quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord to a
standard 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three-wire extension cord.
The engine block heater cord is found under the hood
bundled in front of the battery tray.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at least one
hour to have an adequate warming effect on the engine.5
STARTING AND OPERATING 375

Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium-based grease, such as
MOPARSpray White Lube or equivalent, to assure
quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and
wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts
concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit; after lubricating, excess oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given to
hood latching components to ensure proper function.
When performing other underhood services, the hood
latch, release mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR
Lock Cylinder Lubricant or equivalent, directly into the
lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade
rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as
engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
526 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

HitchesTrailer Towing ....................... 472
Holder, Cup ........................... 168
Hood Release .......................... 148
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid .................... 539
Ignition ............................... 14
Key ............................... 14
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 14
Illuminated Entry ........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 16
Infant Restraint .......................... 71
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 444
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 289
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 96
Instrument Cluster ....................... 268
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 267
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 545Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
............ 549
Interior Appearance Care .................. 544
Interior Lights .......................... 154
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 156
Introduction ............................. 4
Inverter, Power ......................... 166
Jack Location ........................... 494
Jack Operation .................... 493,496,497
Jacking Instructions ...................... 496
Jump Starting .......................... 501
Key-In Reminder ......................... 15
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 16
Keyless Entry System ...................... 21
Keys ................................. 14
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INDEX 599

Rearview Mirrors........................ 96
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 70
Recreational Towing ...................... 485
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..... 487
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .... 488
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 460
Refrigerant ............................ 523
Release, Hood .......................... 148
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 152
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 56
Remote Control Door Locks ......................... 21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 352
Remote Starting System .................... 26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 555
Replacement Keys ........................ 17
Replacement Parts ....................... 516
Replacement Tires ....................... 450 Reporting Safety Defects
................... 586
Resetting Oil Change Indicator .............. 292
Restraint, Head ......................... 142
Restraints, Child ....................... 71,75
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 43
Rotation, Tires .......................... 453
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 87
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 89
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 586
Safety Information, Tire ................... 432
Safety Tips ............................. 85
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 86
Satellite Radio Antenna .................317,342
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 564
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 56
Seat Belts ............................ 46,87
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...... 53
And Pregnant Women .................. 57
604 INDEX