2016 JEEP WRANGLER trailer

1.Fuel Gauge
• The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
• The fuel pump symbol
points to the side of the
vehicle where the fuel filler door is located.
2. Speedometer
• Indicates vehicle speed.
3. Tachometer
• Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute
(RPM x 1000).
CAUTION!
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer
pointer in the red area. Engine damage will occur. 4.
Temperature Gauge
• The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem-
perature. Any reading within the normal range indi-
cates that the engine cooling system is operating
satisfactorily.
• The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tem-
perature when driving in hot weather, up mountain
grades, or when towing a trailer. It should not be
allowed to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
“H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
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BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .480
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .481
▫ Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) . . . .481
▫ Brake System Warning Light ..............481
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............482
▫ Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light ............483
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............484
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................484
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............487
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........488
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..........495
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..............496
▫ Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped . . .497 
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............499
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .499
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........502
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........504
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........505
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........509
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .509
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................510
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .512
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .512
▫ Tire Types .......................... .513
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped .............514
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ...............515
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▫Tire Spinning ....................... .517
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................518
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .519
▫ Replacement Tires .....................519
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......521
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....522
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . .523
▫ Base TPM System .....................526
▫ Premium System — If Equipped ...........529
▫ General Information ....................534
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................534
▫ 3.6L Engine ......................... .534
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................535 ▫
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............535
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles .......536
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................536
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................537
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................537
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............538
 ADDING FUEL ....................... .539
▫ Fuel Filler Cap ...................... .539
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............541
 VEHICLE LOADING ....................541
▫ Certification Label ....................541
 TRAILER TOWING .....................544
▫ Common Towing Definitions .............544
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▫Trailer Hitch Classification ...............546
▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) ..................... .548
▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ..............555
▫ Towing Requirements ..................556
▫ Towing Tips ........................ .561
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ...................563
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another
Vehicle ............................ .563
▫ Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive
Models ............................ .564
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Shifting
Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you
release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator
pedal.You should always use first gear when starting from a
standing position.
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both
fuel economy and performance, it should be upshifted as
listed in recommended shift speed chart. Shift at the
vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. When heavily
loaded or pulling a trailer these recommended up-shift
speeds may not apply.
Shift Pattern
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DRIVE (D)
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down-
shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission
automatically upshifts through underdrive first, second,
and third gears, direct fourth gear and overdrive fifth
gear. The DRIVE position provides optimum driving
characteristics under all normal operating conditions.
When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as
when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi-
tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, or
while towing a heavy trailer), use the AutoStick shift
control (refer to “AutoStick” in this section for further
information) to select a lower gear. Under these condi-
tions, using a lower gear will improve performance and
extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting
and heat buildup.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically for
abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could
result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home
Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains
in the current gear until the vehicle is brought to a stop.
After the vehicle has stopped, the transmission will
remain in second gear regardless of which forward gear
is selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will con-
tinue to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle
to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without
damaging the transmission.
In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission
can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the
following steps:
1. Stop the vehicle.
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This system can also provide you with more control
during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions,
mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situa-
tions.
Operation
When the shift lever is in the DRIVE position, the
transmission will operate automatically, shifting between
the five available gears. To engage AutoStick, simply tap
the shift lever to the right or left (+/-) while in the DRIVE
position. Tapping (-) to enter AutoStick mode will down-
shift the transmission to the next lower gear, while using
(+) to enter AutoStick mode will retain the current gear.
When AutoStick is active, the current transmission gear is
displayed in the instrument cluster.
In AutoStick mode, the transmission will shift up or
down when (+/-) is manually selected by the driver,
unless an engine lugging or overspeed condition wouldresult. It will remain in the selected gear until another
upshift or downshift is chosen, except as described
below.
•
The transmission will automatically upshift when nec-
essary to prevent engine over-speed.
• Heavily pressing the accelerator pedal will generate an
automatic downshift (for improved acceleration) when
reasonable.
• The transmission will automatically downshift as the
vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will
display the current gear.
• The transmission will automatically downshift to first
gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver
should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the
vehicle is accelerated.
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In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for
example, repeated brake applications with the engine
OFF) the brakes will still function. The effort required to
brake the vehicle will be much greater than that required
with the power system operating.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced Electronic
Brake Control system (EBC). This system includes Elec-
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start
Assist (HSA), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), and Electronic Roll Mitigation
(ERM). These systems work together to enhance both
vehicle stability and control in various driving condi-
tions.
Your vehicle may also be equipped with Trailer Sway
Control (TSC) and Hill Descent Control (HDC).
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
This function manages the distribution of the braking
torque between the front and rear axles by limiting
braking pressure to the rear axle. This is done to prevent
overslip of the rear wheels to avoid vehicle instability,
and to prevent the rear axle from entering ABS before the
front axle.
Brake System Warning Light
The red “Brake System Warning Light” will turn on when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and may
stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the “Brake System Warning Light” remains on or
comes on while driving, it indicates that the brake system
is not functioning properly and that immediate service is
required. If the “Brake System Warning Light” does not
come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, have the light repaired as soon as possible.
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