2014 JEEP WRANGLER ECU

NOTE:The front panel(s) must be positioned properly
to ensure sealing. Set the panels on the windshield frame
so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the
panels are sitting flush with the body.
2. Install the right panel first, then the left panel. 3. Reinstall the panel(s) using the same steps for removal
in reverse order.
Rear Hard Top Removal
1. Remove both front panels. Refer to “Front Panel(s)Removal” in this section.
2. Open both doors.
3. Remove the two Torx® head screws that secure the hard top at the B-pillar (near the top of the door) using
a #40 Torx® head driver (Four–Door Only).
4. Remove the six Torx® head screws that secure the hard top to the vehicle (along the interior bodyside)
using a #40 Torx® head driver.
5. Open the swing gate all the way to ensure clearance of the rear window glass. Lift the rear window glass.
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3. Pull the frame toward you with your rearward hand toremove the frame from the vehicle. 4. Screw the knobs back into the door frame and fold for
storage. Store in a secure location.
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Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top
fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and
the top can then be installed.If the temperature is 41°F
(5°C) or below, do not attempt to put the top down or
roll the rear or side curtains.
CAUTION!
• Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car
wash. Window scratches and wax build up may
result.
• Do not lower the top when the temperature is
below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result.
• Do not move your vehicle until the top has been
either fully attached to the windshield frame, or
fully lowered.
• Do not lower the top with the windows installed.
Window and top damage may occur.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Refer to “Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models”
in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion. It contains important information on cleaning
and caring for your vehicle’s fabric top.
• Do not use any tools (screwdrivers, etc.) to pry or
force any of the clamps, clips, or retainers securing
the soft top. Do not force or pry the soft top
framework when opening or closing. Damage to
the top may result.
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18. Apply downward pressure on the top corner of therear soft top bow (3–bow), then complete attaching
the sail panel retainers into the body side channel. 19. Close the header latches and return the sun visors to
their secured position.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Do not lower the top with the windows installed.
Window and top damage may occur.
• Refer to “Appearance Care for Fabric Top Models”
in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion. It contains important information on cleaning
and caring for your vehicle’s fabric top.
• Do not use any tools (screwdrivers, etc.) to pry or
force any of the clamps, clips, or retainers securing
the soft top. Do not force or pry the soft top
framework when opening or closing. Damage to
the top may result.
WARNING!
• Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window
curtain up unless the side curtains are also open.
Dangerous exhaust gases which can kill could
enter the vehicle.
• The fabric upper doors and fabric top are designed
only for protection against the elements. Do not
rely on them to contain occupants within the ve-
hicle or to protect against injury during an acci-
dent. Remember, always wear seat belts.
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20.Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows
as far inside as possible. This will keep any portion of
the top from flapping outside of the vehicle.
21. Once the top is fully down, use the Velcro® strapsprovided to secure the top to the vehicle by wrapping
the strap around the side bows and through the slot
on the body. 22. Close the front header latches.
23. Remove the door frames, if desired. Refer to “Door
Frame” in this section for further information.
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Putting Up The Soft Top
NOTE:Be extremely careful when putting up the soft
top to prevent the doors from getting scratched. It may be
helpful to open the rear doors.
1. Install the door frames, if removed. Refer to “Door Frame” in this section for further information.
2. Undo the straps used to secure the top in the down position and store in secure location.
3. Open the swing gate.
4. Grasp the folded side bows and lift to the top of the rear door frames.
NOTE: Help from another person will ease this opera-
tion. 5. Insert the slider feature of the knuckles into the door
frame tracks and slide the top forward.
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21. Close the header latches and return the sun visors totheir secured position.SUNRIDER® (TWO-DOOR MODELS)
CAUTION!
Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a
window while the top is wet may allow water to drip
into the vehicle’s interior.
NOTE: If you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph
(64 km/h) with the Sunrider® feature open, it is recom-
mended that you remove the rear window of the vehicle.
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