2012 JEEP WRANGLER User Guide

User Guide
Jeep.com
12JK72-926-AA
Wrangler
Fourth Edition
User Guide
2012
Wr\fngler
\bncludes Wr\fngler Unlimited
Download a FREE elec\Wtronic copy
of the Owner’s M\fnu\fl or W\frr\fnty
Booklet by visiting the For Owners t\fb \ft:
www.Jeep.com (U.S.) or
www.Jeep.c\f (C\fn\fd\f).
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W\fRNING\b
Driving \ffter drinking c\fn le\fd\W to \f collision. Your perceptions \fre
less sh\frp, your reflexes \fre slower, \fnd your judgment is imp\W\fired
when you h\fve been drinking. Ne\Wver drink \fnd then d\Wrive.
Important:
This User Guide is \Wintended to f\fmili\frize you with the import\W\fnt fe\ftures
of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed cont\fins your Owner’s M\fnu\fl,
N\fvig\ftion/Medi\f Center M\fnu\fls, W\frr\fnty Booklets, Tire W\frr\fnty
\fnd 24-Hour Towing Assist\fnce (new vehicles purch\fsed in the U.S.) or
Ro\fdside Assist\fnce (new vehicles purch\fsed in C\fn\fd\f) in\W electronic
form\ft. We hope you find it useful. R\Wepl\fcement DVD kits m\fy be
purch\fsed by visiting www.tech\futhority.com. Jeep
® is \f registered
tr\fdem\frk of Chrysler Group LLC. Copyright 2012 Chrysler Group LLC.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your
\fehicle, you may o\btain a complimentary printed
copy of the Owner’s Manual, Na\figation/Media
Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet \by calling
1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or \by contacting your dealer.
The driver’s prim\fry responsibility
is the s\ffe oper\ftion of the
vehicle. Driving while dis\Wtr\fcted
c\fn result in loss of vehicle
control, resulting in \f collision \fnd
person\fl injury. Chrysler Group
LLC strongly recommends th\ft
the driver use extreme c\fution
when using \fny device or fe\fture
th\ft m\fy t\fke their \fttention off
the ro\fd. Use of \fny electric\fl
devices such \fs cell phones,
computers, port\fble r\fdios,
vehicle n\fvig\ftion or other
devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is d\fngerous
\fnd could le\fd to \f serious
collision. Texting while driving \Wis
\flso d\fngerous \fnd should never
be done while the v\Wehicle is
moving. \bf you find yourself
un\fble to devote your full
\fttention to vehicle oper\ftion,
pull off the ro\fd to \f s\ffe loc\ftion
\fnd stop your vehicle. Some
St\ftes or Provinces prohibit the
use of cellul\fr telephones or
texting while driving.\W \bt is \flw\fys
the driver’s responsibility to
comply with \fll loc\fl l\fws.
Driving and \flcohol:
Drunken driving is one o\Wf the most frequent c\fuses of collisions. Your
driving \fbility c\fn b\We seriously imp\fired with blood \flcohol levels f\fr below
the leg\fl minimum. \bf\W you \fre drinking, don’t d\Wrive. Ride with \f desig\Wn\fted
non-drinking driver, c\fll \f c\fb, \f friend, or use \Wpublic tr\fnsport\ftion.
This guide h\fs been \Wprep\fred to help you get quickly
\fcqu\finted with your new Jeep \fnd to provide \f convenient
reference source for common questions. However, it is not \f
substitute for your Owner’s M\fnu\fl.
For complete oper\ftion\fl instructions, m\finten\fnce procedures
\fnd import\fnt s\ffety mess\fges, ple\fse consult your Owner’s
M\fnu\fl, N\fvig\ftion/Medi\f Center M\fnu\fls \fnd other\W W\frning
L\fbels in your vehicle.
Not \fll fe\ftures shown in this guide m\f\Wy \fpply to your vehicle.
For \fddition\fl inform\ftion on \fccessories to help person\flize
your vehicle, visit www.mop\fr.com or your loc\fl Jeep de\fler\W.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler
GroupLLC ................2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit..............6
Instrument Cluster............8
GETTING STARTEDKeyFob ................. 10
Remote Start.............. 10
Theft Alarm................11
Seat Belt..................11
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags............12
Child Restraints.............13
FrontSeats ............... 16
RearSeats.................17
Tilt Steering Column......... 19
HeatedSeats ..............20
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In Recommendations..21
Turn Signal/Lights Lever.......22
Wiper/Washer Lever.........23
Speed Control.............24
Manual Climate Controls.......25
Automatic Temperature
Controls (ATC).............26
Soft Top And Sunrider®........ 27
Hard Top And Freedom Top®.....31
Dual Top — If Equipped........33
Wind Buffeting.............33
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System....34
Media Center 130 (Sales Code
RES)...................36
Media Center 130 With Satellite
Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . 38
Media Center 230 (Sales Code
REQ)................... 41
Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code
RBZ/RHB)................44
Media Center 730N (Sales Code
RHR)...................53
Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio/
Travel Link................63
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . 67
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control.......67
Uconnect™ Phone...........68
Uconnect™ Voice Command......71
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio.....73
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).............73
Programmable Features.......74PowerInverter .............75
Power Outlets.............76
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIESCommand-Trac®/Rock-Trac®..... 77
Axle Lock (Tru-Lok®)
Rubicon Only.............. 77
Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect –
Rubicon Only..............78
UTILITYTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)........79
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.)............81
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance.....84
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights..................84
If Your Engine Overheats.......88
Jacking And Tire Changing.....89
Jump-Starting.............93
Emergency Tow Hooks........95
Shift Lever Override..........96
Towing A Disabled Vehicle......96
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.......97
Event Data Recorder (EDR).....98
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood..........99
Engine Compartment.........100
Fluids And Capacities.........101
Maintenance Chart..........103
Fuses...................106
TirePressures..............110
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care..... 111
Exterior Bulbs............. 111
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC
Customer Center............112
Chrysler Canada Inc.
Customer Center............112
Assistance For The Hearing
Impaired.................112
Publications Ordering.........112
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States
And Washington, D.C..........113
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories By
MOPAR®.................114
INDEX.................115
FAQ(HowTo?)Frequently Asked Questions.....118
TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be
assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and
high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the
driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver
and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the
driver's place. Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you
and your passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving
because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving.
Never text while driving or take your eyes more than momentarily off the
road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment
that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also
include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available
or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and
equipment described in this guide that are not available on this vehicle.
Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products
without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products
previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted
with the important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will
need to operate and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's
information which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer.
The multimedia DVD also includes videos which can be played on any
standard DVD player (including the Media Center Touch-Screen Radios).
Additional DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD
sleeve.
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For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD
in the owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase.For your
convenience, the information contained on the DVD may also be printed and
saved for future reference.
Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural
resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of
the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the
demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment.
This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both on-road and off-road
use. It can go places and perform tasks for which conventional two-wheel
drive enclosed vehicles were not intended. It handles and maneuvers
differently from many passenger cars both on-road and off-road, so take
time to become familiar with your vehicle.
Vehicles Sold In Canada
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC
shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in
substitution therefore.
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Rollover Warning
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure thatobjects cannot fall into the driver foot well
while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the
brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can
cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
operation causing loss of control of the vehicle.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake.
Alwaysapply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against
vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.
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USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS
systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless
features including Keyless Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are
experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting
your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms
persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, JEEP, MOPAR, ATF+4, COMMAND-TRAC, FREEDOM TOP,
ROCK-TRAC, RUBICON, SAHARA, TRU-LOK, Uconnect and WRANGLER are
registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
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DRIVER COCKPIT
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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