CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive ve-
hicles depends on tires of equal size, type
and circumference on each wheel. Any
difference in tire size can cause damage to
the transfer case. Tire rotation schedule
should be followed to balance tire wear.
STORING THE VEHICLE
If you are storing your vehicle for more than
21 days, we recommend that you take the
following steps to minimize the drain on your
vehicle's battery:
• Disconnect the negative cable from battery.
• Any time you store your vehicle or keep it
out of service (i.e., vacation) for two weeksor more, run the air conditioning system at
idle for about five minutes in the fresh air
and high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize
the possibility of compressor damage when
the system is started again.
BODYWORK
Body And Underbody Maintenance
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic head-
lights and fog lights that are lighter and less
susceptible to stone breakage than glass
headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and
therefore different lens cleaning procedures
must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the
lenses and reducing light output, avoid wip-
ing with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash
with a mild soap solution followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components,
solvents, steel wool or other aggressive mate-
rial to clean the lenses.
Preserving The Bodywork
Washing
• Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash
your vehicle in the shade using a mild car
wash soap, and rinse the panels completely
with clear water.
• If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have
accumulated on your vehicle, use a specific
detergent to remove.
• Use a high quality cleaner wax to remove
road film, stains and to protect your paint
finish. Take care never to scratch the paint.
• Avoid using abrasive compounds and power
buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin
out the paint finish.
CAUTION!
• Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning
materials such as steel wool or scouring
powder that will scratch metal and
painted surfaces.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is
found on the left front corner of the A pillar,
visible from outside of the vehicle through
the windshield. This number also appears
underbody, on the right side of the frame rail
near the center of the vehicle, as well as on
the Automobile Information Disclosure Label
affixed to a window on your vehicle. Save this
label for a convenient record of your vehicle
identification number and optional equip-
ment.
The VIN is also stamped on either right or left
hand side of the engine block.NOTE:
It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN plate.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to
ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to
the vehicle. Any time a wheel has been re-
moved and reinstalled on the vehicle, the lugnuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly
calibrated torque wrench using a high quality
six sided (hex) deep wall socket.
Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt
Torque**Lug Nut/Bolt
SizeLug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
130 Ft-Lbs
(176 N·m)M14 x 1.50 22 mm
**Use only your authorized dealer recom-
mended lug nuts/bolts and clean or remove
any dirt or oil before tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to
mounting the tire and remove any corrosion
or loose particles.
Spare Tire Torque Specifications
Lug Nut/Bolt
Torque**Lug Nut/Bolt
SizeLug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
59 Ft-Lbs
(80 N·m)M14 x 1.50 22 mm
Spare tire torque is for the spare tire carrier
located on the tailgate.
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WHEELS
Wheels And Tires
Rim Size Tire Size Tire Pressure psi (bar)
Sport Model 7.5J x 17 x 44.45 mm 245/75 R17 112T (M+S) 36 (2.48)
Sahara Model 7.5J x 18 x 44.45 mm 255/70 R18 113T (M+S) 36 (2.48)
Rubicon Model 7.5J x 17 x 44.45 mm LT255/75 R17C 111Q (M+S) 37 (2.55)
WEIGHTS
Mass Parameters
Axle Load / lbs (kg)
Curb Mass / lbs (kg)Allowable Maximum
Gross Mass / lbs
(kg)Max Payload / lbs
(kg)Max Roof Load / lbs
(kg)
Front Axle Rear Axle
Wrangler Sport
3.6L Gasoline2,224 (1,009) 2,590 (1,175) 4,135.9 (1,876) 5,099.3 (2,313) 888.5 (403) 99.2 (45) (*)
Wrangler Sport
2.0L Gasoline2,240 (1,016) 2,606 (1,182) 4,151.3 (1,883) 5,099.3 (2,313) 888.5 (403) 99.2 (45) (*)
Wrangler Sport
2.2L Diesel2,399 (1,088) 2,729 (1,238) 4,398.2 (1,995) 5,299.9 (2,404) 1,047.2 (475) 99.2 (45) (*)
Wrangler Unlim-
ited Sport 3.6L
Gasoline2,522 (1,144) 2,762 (1,253) 4,429.1 (2,009) 5,423.4 (2,460) 1,071.5 (486) 99.2 (45) (*)
Wrangler Unlim-
ited Sport 2.0L
Gasoline2,538 (1,151) 2,778 (1,260) 4,437.9 (2,013) 5,449.8 (2,472) 1,071.5 (486) 99.2 (45) (*)
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