2017 JEEP WRANGLER window

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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Rear Hard Top Installation
NOTE:If the door frames are installed from soft top usage,
they must be removed prior to installation of the hard top.
1. Inspect the hard top seals for damage and replace if necessary.
2. Install the hard top using the same steps for removal in reverse order.
Make sure that the hard top is sitting flush with the body
at the sides and check to ensure that there is a uniform gap
between the lift glass and hard top.
NOTE: •The Torx fasteners that attach the hard top to the body
should be torqued to 88 in lb +/- 22 in lb (10 N·m +/-
2.5 N·m).
• It is not necessary to pinch connection when reinstall-
ing washer hose. Push on until click is heard.
DOOR FRAME
WARNING!
• Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the
door frame(s) removed as you will lose the protection
that they can provide. This procedure is furnished
for use during off-road operation only.
• Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the
doors removed as you will lose the protection that
they can provide. This procedure is furnished for use
during off-road operation only.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew:
• 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 removable door
frame(s) may damage the seals, causing water to leak
into the vehicle’s interior.
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9. Tighten the front knob, then the rear most knob, andthen the middle knob. Repeat this procedure for the
other side.SOFT TOP — TWO-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 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.
• 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.
Quick Steps To Lowering The Soft Top
Refer to “Lowering The Soft Top” in this section for further
information.
1. Remove the side windows.
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2. Remove the back window.3. Release header latches from the windshield frame.
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3. Install rear corner panels.4. Install the back window.
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5. Install the side windows.
6. To install the side windows, affix the window tempo-rarily by attaching to the Velcro in the rear corner. Start
the zipper but close only about 1 inch (2.5 cm). 7. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door
channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and
properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so
can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the
window.
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