AXLE LOCK (TRU-LOK) RUBICON ONLY
The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument panel (to the left of the steering
column).
This feature will only activate when the following conditions are met:
• Key in Run Position, vehicle in 4L (Low) range.
• Vehicle speed at 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Push the bottom of the AXLE LOCK switch once to lock the rear axle only and a
second time to lock the front axle (the rear and front axle lock indicator lights will
illuminate).
After the rear axle lock is engaged, pushing the bottom of the locker switch will cycle
the front axle lock on and off. To disengage any of the axle locks, push the top of the
axle lock switch.
The indicator light will flash until the axles are fully locked or unlocked.
ELECTRONIC SWAY BAR DISCONNECT – RUBICON
ONLY
Off-Road
This feature will only activate when the following conditions are met:
• Key in Run position, vehicle in 4L (Low) or 4H (High) range.
• Vehicle speed under 18 mph (29 km/h).
• Push the SWAY BAR switch, located on the instrument panel (to the left of thesteering column), once to disconnect the Sway Bar.
• The Sway Bar indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
On-Road
Push the SWAY BAR switch a second time to reconnect the Sway Bar.
The Sway Bar should remain in on-road mode during normal driving conditions.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian
Residents.
• Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and yourlocation, including the telephone number from which you are calling.
• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival. If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent,
we will contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the
engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light
remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles
(kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend you drive to
the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” starts to flash as soon as the tires
lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. If the light begins to flash during
acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be
sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. The light also
flashes when Traction Control System (TCS) is active. To improve the vehicle's
traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch
the ESC system to Partial Off mode by momentarily pushing the ESC Off
switch.
– Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible
and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
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- Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, a
chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seat belt remains
unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
– Turn Signal Indicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is
operated. A tone will chime, and a EVIC message will appear if either turn signal is
left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTE:
If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
– High Beam Indicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
– Front Fog Light Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
– Front Axle Lock Indicator
Indicates that the front axle is locked.
- Rear Axle Lock Indicator
Indicates that the rear axle is locked.
– Vehicle Security Light
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security
alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is
set. The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is
first turned on.
– 4WD Indicator
This light indicates the vehicle is in 4-wheel drive (4WD) mode.
-SwayBar
Indicates that the sway bar has been disconnected.
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or
applicable supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil
change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will
illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures
will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is dis-
played. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate
as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change
Required” will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that
an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster
odometer and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing
the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps
described under “Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” in this guide or “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” or “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the
Owner’s Manual on your DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles
(16,000 km), twelve months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first.
The 350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a concern for fleet
customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty
and off road environment or is operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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HighBeam .............29
High Beam/Low Beam Select
Switch...............29
Passing ...............29
Switch ...............28
Head Restraints ............22
Heated Seats ..............27
High Beam Indicator .........106
Hood Release .............121
Installing A Child Restraint WithALR...............20
Installing Child Restraints Using The LATCH Lower Anchorages .....19
Instrument Cluster ............8
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights................101
Instrument Panel Cover .......126
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . .126
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . .132
Interior And Instrument Lights .....7
Interior Appearance Care .......126
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . .30
Introduction Canada ................3
Inverter Outlet (115V) .........89
Inverter, Power .............89
iPod/USB/MP3 Control ........79
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ....86
Jacking Instructions .........110
Jack Location .............108
Jack Operation .........108, 110
Jump Starting .............113
KeyFob.................10 Arm The Alarm ...........11
Disarm The Alarm .........12
Key Fob Programmable Features . . .88
Lane Change Assist ..........29
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...........12
Left Switch Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .79
LightBulbs ..............138
Lights AirBag ...............16
Engine Temperature Warning . .103 Fog ..............29,106
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator . . .106
Headlights
.............28
Headlight Switch .........28
High Beam Indicator ......106
Instrument Cluster ........28
Passing ...............29
Security Alarm ..........106
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) ..............101
TurnSignal .............29
Lubrication, Body ...........126
Maintaining Your Vehicle .......121
Maintenance .............121
Maintenance Free Battery ......126
Maintenance, General .....121, 126
Maintenance Procedures .......126
Maintenance Record .........131
Maintenance Schedule ........126
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)...............104
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .......125
Master
Cylinder (Brakes) .......126
MediaCenterRadio........61,64
Navigation ................73
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) .................73
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .73
New Vehicle Break-In Period .....28
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . . .124
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) . .106
Oil Change Indicator .........105
Oil Change Indicator, Reset .....105
Oil,Engine ........... 124, 126
Capacity ..............124
Change Interval .........126
Checking .............126
Disposal ..............126
Filter ............ 124, 126
Filter Disposal ..........126
Materials Added To .......126
Recommendation .....124, 126
Viscosity .......... 124, 126
Oil Filter, Selection ..........126
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