2017 JEEP WRANGLER Owners Manual

15. Run the zipper fully around to the right side of thewindow. 16. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing
gate brackets.
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17. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gatebracket on both the left and right sides.
18. Apply downward pressure on the top corner of the rear 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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SUNRIDER (TWO-DOOR MODELS) — IF EQUIPPED
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.
Opening The Sunrider
1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.
2. Release the header latches from the loops on the wind- shield frame.Step Two
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3. Make sure to slide the plastic sleeves forward to unlockthe Sunrider links. 4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the
material is folded back as shown.
NOTE: The Sunrider latch on the door rail should not be
activated for Sunrider use. If activated, the soft top must be
reinstalled starting from the sail panels.
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5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap thestraps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other
side.
6. Reposition the sun visors.
Closing The Sunrider
1. Remove the straps from the side bows.
2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.
3. Grasp the front header and pull it to the front of the vehicle. 4. Hook the header latches to the loops on the windshield
frame, close latches, and return the sun visors to their
original positions.
5. Slide the plastic sleeve rearward over the Sunrider link.
SOFT TOP — FOUR-DOOR MODELS
Please visit
http://www.jeep.com/en/wrangler-rooftop-instructions/
for instructional videos.
WARNING!
• Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window
curtain up unless the side curtains are also removed.
Dangerous exhaust gases could enter the vehicle
causing harm to the driver and passengers.
• 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 vehicle or to
protect against injury during an accident. Remember,
always wear seat belts.
• Make sure hands and fingers are clear of all pinch
points when installing and removing the soft tops.
The zippers and side bows may cause serious injury
if fingers or hands get caught in between.
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CAUTION!
The soft top is not designed to carry any additional
loads such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunting,
or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was
not designed as a structural member of the vehicle and,
thus, cannot properly carry any additional loads other
than environmental (rain, snow, etc.).
If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top has
been folded down for a period of time, the top will appear
to have shrunk when you raise it, making it difficult to put
up. This is caused by a natural contraction of the vinyl
coating on the fabric top.
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 snapped into place. 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.
• Refer to “Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models”
in “Bodywork” in “Servicing And Maintenance” for
further information. It contains important informa-
tion 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 frame-
work when opening or closing. Damage to the top
may result.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew on the top material:
•It is recommended that the top be free of water prior
to opening it. 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.
• Careless handling and storage of the soft top may
damage the seals, causing water to leak into the
vehicle’s interior.
• The soft top must be positioned properly to ensure
sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak
into the vehicle’s interior.
NOTE: Do not remove any of the three attachment knobs
unless you are planning on installing the hard top.
Attachment Knobs
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Quick Steps For Lowering The Soft Top
1. Remove the side windows.2. Remove the back window.
NOTE:
Start zipper from the right side to remove back
window.
Step One
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