2016 JEEP WRANGLER towing

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
towing service. If the transmission and drivetrain are operable, disabled vehicles may
also be towed as described under “Recreational Towing” in the “Starting And
Operating” section of the Owners Manual on your DVD.
Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground4WD MODELS
Flat Tow NONESee instructions under “Recreational
Towing” in the Owners Manual on your DVD
• Automatic Transmission in PARK
• Manual Transmission in gear (NOT in Neutral)
• Transfer Case in NEUTRAL
• Tow in forwarddirection
Wheel Lift or Dolly To w Front
NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL
BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use
only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or
other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be
observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the
ignition must be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position.
If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to “Shift Lever Override” in this section for
instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK for towing.
CAUTION!
• Do not use sling type equipment when towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear
suspension components. Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the LOCK
position. The only approved method of towing without the ignition key is with a
flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle.
Four–Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing with all wheelsOFFthe ground. Acceptable
methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the vehicle raised and
the opposite end on a towing dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available and the transfer case is operable, the vehicle
may be towed (in the forward direction, with ALLwheels on the ground), IFthe transfer
case is in NEUTRAL(N) and the transmission is in PARK(for automatic transmissions)
or in gear ( NOTinNEUTRAL, for manual transmissions). Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” in the Owners Manual on the DVD for detailed
instructions.
CAUTION!
• Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used. Internal damage to the transmission or transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when towing.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Tech-
nology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may
decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is
different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT)
engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a
non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with
fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products.Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be
compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze)
is not recommended.
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
Use only ATF+4 Automatic Transmission
Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affect
the function or performance of your transmis-
sion. We recommend MOPAR ATF+4 fluid.
Manual Transmission – If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR Manual
Transmission Lubricant meeting the require-
ments of FCA US Material Standard MS-
9224.
Transfer Case We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Axle Differential (Front) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear &
Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90) (API GL-5).
Axle Differential (Rear)
226 RBI (Model 44) – We recommend you use
MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricant (SAE 80W-90)
(API GL-5) or equivalent. For trailer towing,
use MOPAR Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant
(SAE 75W-140). Models equipped with Trac-
Lok require an additive.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3
Brake Fluid, SAE J1703. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power
Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR ATF+4 Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change automatic transmission fluid and
filter if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid
and filter. X
Change the manual transmission fluid if
using your vehicle for any of the follow-
ing: trailer towing, snow plowing, heavy
loading, taxi, police, delivery service
(commercial service), off-road, desert
operation or more than 50% of your driv-
ing is at sustained high speeds during
hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX X X X
Change transfer case fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if neces-
sary. X
Change front and rear axle fluid if using
your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-
road or frequent trailer towing. XX X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Adding Engine Coolant(Antifreeze) .............126
Adding Washer Fluid .........126
Air Bag AdvancedFrontAirBag ......14
AdvanceFrontAirBag ......13
AirBagComponents ........13
AirBags ...............13
Air Bag Warning
Light ...........13,16,105
Enhanced Accident
Response ...........15,120
Event Data Recorder (EDR). .16, 120
FrontAirBag ............13
Rollover ...............13
SideImpacts ............13
AirBagLight..............16
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ...........126
Air Conditioner Maintenance ....126
Air Conditioning ............36
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .....126
Air Conditioning System .......126
Air Recirculation ............36
Alarm Arm The System ..........11
Disarm The System ........12
Vehicle Security Alarm ......11
Alarm (Security Alarm) .....11,106
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . .124, 126 Disposal ..............126
Anti-Lock Warning Light .......105
Appearance Care ...........126
Assistance Towing ..........101
Audio Jack ........57,60,64,69
Audio Settings ........57,59,62
Audio Systems (Radio) .........56
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC).................36
Automatic Transmission FluidType ............125
AxleFluid...............125
Battery .................126
Body Mechanism Lubrication ....126
BrakeFluid ..............125
Brakes.................126
Brake System .............126 Master Cylinder
.........126
Warning Light ..........103
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ................28
Bulb Replacement ..........138
Bulbs,Light..............138
Calibration, Compass .........87
Canada...............3,140
Capacities, Fluid ...........124
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ............126
CarWashes ..............126
CD (Compact Disc) Player . .57, 60, 63
Change Oil Indicator .........105
ChangingAFlatTire .........108
Charging System Light ........104
Child Restraints ............17
Installing Child Restraints Using
The Vehicle Seat Belt .......19
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ..............20
Using The Top Tether Anchorage..20
Child Seat Installation .........17
Cleaning Wheels ..............126
Windshield Wiper Blades ....126
Climate Control .............36
Clock Setting .......56,59,62,65
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights AirBagWarningLight ......105
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . .105
Brake Warning Light .......103
Charging System Light .....104
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light ..........105
Front Fog Light Indicator ....106
High Beam Indicator ......106
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)................104
Oil Pressure Warning Light . . .104
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Light ...........101
Turn Signal Indicator ......106
Vehicle Security Light ......106
Clutch .................126
ClutchFluid..............126
CompactSpareTire..........136
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Compass Calibration..........87
Cooling System ............126
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . .126
Coolant Capacity .........124
Coolant Level ...........126
Disposal Of Used Coolant ....126
Drain, Flush, And Refill .....126
Inspection ............126
Points To Remember ......126
Pressure Cap ...........126
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ........124, 126
Corrosion Protection .........126
Customer Assistance ......139, 140
Defects, Reporting ..........140
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ......30
Dimmer Control .............28
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ....28,29
Disabled Vehicle Towing ....101, 117
Disarming, Security System ......12
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .126
DoorLocks ...............10
Driver Cockpit ............6,55
Driver's Seat Back Tilt .........24
ECO ...................87
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................32
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .101
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator ...........104
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ................105
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)..............86,88
Emergencies, What To Do In .....101
Emergency ...............101
Emergency, In Case Of Jacking ..............108
Jump Starting ..........113
Tow Hooks ............115
Towing ...............101
Engine AirCleaner ............126
Break-In Recommendations . . .28
Checking Oil Level ........126 Coolant (Antifreeze)
.......124
Cooling ...............126
FuelRequirements ........124
Jump Starting ..........113
Oil .............. 124, 126
Oil Filler Cap ...........126
Oil Selection ........124, 126
Overheating ............107
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ...............120
Exhaust System ............126
FAQ...................142
Filters Air Cleaner ............126
EngineOil ......... 124, 126
Engine Oil Disposal .......126
Flashers TurnSignal ............106
Flash-To-Pass ..............
29
Fluid, Brake ..............125
Fluid Capacities ............124
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ................124
FogLights ............29,106
FoldingRearSeat ...........25
Four Wheel Drive ............92
Operation ..............92
Shifting ...............92
Systems ..............92
Four Wheel Drive Operation ......92
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .......119
Frequently Asked Questions .....142
Fuel Octane Rating ..........124
Requirements ..........124
Specifications ..........124
Tank Capacity ..........124
Fuses..................132
Gear Select Lever Override ......116
General Maintenance .........126
Glass Cleaning ............126
GPS Navigation (Uconnect GPS) . . .75
Headlights Cleaning .............126
Dimmer Switch ..........28
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Oil Pressure Light...........104
Outlet Power ................90
Overheating, Engine .........107
PaintCare...............126
Panic Alarm ...............10
Passing Light ..............29
Phone (Uconnect) ...........80
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .............135
Power Inverter ...............89
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ...............90
Power Steering Fluid .........125
Preparation For Jacking .......109
Programmable Electronic Features . .88
Radio Presets ........57,59,62,67
Radio Operation ........57,59,62
Rear Seat, Folding ...........25
Rear Wiper/Washer ...........31
Recreational Towing ..........97
Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .............98
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .............99
Refrigerant ...............126
Release, Hood .............121
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Arm The Alarm ...........11
Disarm The Alarm .........12
Remote Starting System ........11
Replacement Bulbs ..........138
Reporting Safety Defects .......140
Restraint, Head .............22
Satellite Radio (Uconnect Studios) ..........58,60,63
Schedule, Maintenance .......126
Seat Belt Engage The Automatic Locking
Mode ................19
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......12
SeatBeltMaintenance........126
Seat Belts ................12 Adjustable Shoulder Belt
.....12
Pretensioners ...........12
Seats ...................23
Adjustment .............23
EasyEntry .............25
Heated ...............27
Height Adjustment ........24
Rear Folding ............25
Seatback Release .........24
Tilting ................24
Security Alarm ............106
Arm The System ..........11
Disarm The System ........12
Security Alarm ...........11
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . .124
Shifting Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer
Case Neutral (N) ..........98
Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of Trans-
fer Case Neutral (N) ........99
Shift Lever Override .........116
Signals,

Turn ...........29,106
Sirius Satellite Radio .........76
SIRIUS Travel Link ...........76
SpareTire......... 108, 136, 137
SparkPlugs..............124
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ..........124
Oil .................124
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............34
Cancel ...............33
Resume ...............33
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....32
Starting Remote ...............11
Steering TiltColumn .............26
Wheel, Tilt .............26
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ....79
Stuck, Freeing .............119
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag..................13
Sway Bar Disconnect, Electronic . . .93
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC).................36
Tilt Steering Column ..........26
INDEX
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Tires............... 135, 136
Air Pressure ...........135
Changing .............108
CompactSpare ..........136
General Information ....135, 136
Jacking ........... 108, 110
SpareTire ...... 108, 136, 137
ToOpenHood.............121
Touchscreen Radio Cleaning Your Touchscreen
Radio ................72
Tow Hooks, Emergency ........115
Towing...............94,117 Disabled Vehicle .........117
Recreational ............97
Weight ...............94
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome..............97
Trailer Towing ..............94
Trailer And Tongue Weight ....94
Trailer Towing Guide ..........94
Trailer Weight ..............94
Transfer Case Fluid ................125 Transmission
Fluid ............ 125, 126
Maintenance ...........126
TurnSignals ...........29,106
Uconnect Voice Command ......83
Vehicle Security Alarm Disarming . .12
Voice Command ............83
Voice Prompt Volume Navigation ..............73
Volume Navigation Voice Prompt .....73
WarningLights ............101
Washer AddingFluid ...........126
Washing Vehicle ............126
WheelAndWheelTrim........126
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care. . .126, 138
WindshieldWiperBlades ......126
Wiper Blade Replacement ......126
Wiper,Rear...............31
INDEX
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