REMOVABLE TOP
INFORMATION..............47
Soft Top — Two And Four Door Models . .47
Freedom Top And Hard Top.........51
Dual Top — If Equipped...........54
Wind Buffeting................54
POWER SLIDING TOP — IF
EQUIPPED.................54
Opening The Power Top...........55
Closing The Power Top............56
Pinch Protect Feature............56
HOOD....................56
Opening The Hood..............56
Closing The Hood...............57
REAR SWING GATE..........57
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT........57
Electrical Power Outlets...........57
Power Inverter — If Equipped.......59
Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped.....60
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
SYSTEMS..................60
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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Manual Mode
To open the power top manually, push and
hold the open switch. The power top will stop
automatically at the open position. Any re-
lease of the switch will stop the movement.
The power top will remain in a partially
opened position until the switch is pushed
and held again.
Closing The Power Top
Express Mode
Push the close switch and release it within
one-half second. The power top will close
fully and stop automatically. This is called
“Express Close”. During Express Close opera-
tion, any movement of the switch will stop
the power top.
Manual Mode
To close the power top manually, push and
hold the close switch. The power top will
move forward and automatically stop at the
fully closed position. Any release of the
switch will stop the movement. The power top
will remain in a partially closed position until
the switch is pushed and held again.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the
opening of the power top during Express
Close operation. If an obstruction in the path
of the power top is detected, the power top
will automatically retract. Remove the ob-
struction if this occurs. Next, push the close
switch and release to Express Close.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the
power top is almost closed. To avoid per-
sonal injury be sure to clear your arms,
hands, fingers and all objects from the
top’s path before closing.
NOTE:
• The Power Sliding Top may reverse motion
if closing during a severe headwind. If this
occurs, push the Power Sliding Top switch
again to close the top completely.
• If three consecutive power top close at-
tempts result in Pinch Protect reversals,
Pinch Protect will disable and the power
top must be closed in Manual Mode.
HOOD
Opening The Hood
Release both the hood latches.
Raise the hood and locate the safety latch,
located in the middle of the hood opening.
Push the safety latch to the left side of the
vehicle, to open the hood. You may have to
push down slightly on the hood before push-
ing the safety latch. Insert the support rod
into the slot on the hood.
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Closing The Hood
To close the hood, remove the support rod
from the hood panel and place it in the
retaining clip. Lower the hood slowly. Secure
both of the hood latches.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is
in motion and block your vision. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
REAR SWING GATE
The rear swing gate can be unlocked by using
the key, Remote Keyless Entry key fob, by
activating the power door lock switches lo-
cated on the front doors, or grabbing the
handle if equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go.
To open the swing gate, pull on the gate
handle.NOTE:Close the rear flip-up window before attempting
to close the swing gate (hard top models only).
WARNING!
Driving with the flip-up window open can
allow poisonous exhaust gases into your
WARNING!
vehicle. You and your passengers could be
injured by these fumes. Keep the flip-up
window closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
CAUTION!
Do not push on rear wiper blade when
closing the rear flip-up window, as damage
to the blade will result.
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Electrical Power Outlets
There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) auxiliary
power outlets that can provide power for ac-
cessories designed for use with the standard
power outlet adapters.
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into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature reading does not return to nor-
mal, turn the engine off immediately and call
for service.
Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “In
Case Of Emergency” for further information.
— Hood Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when the hood
is ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
— Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on
while driving, stop the vehicle, shut off the
engine as soon as possible, and contact an
authorized dealer. A chime will sound when
this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level
must be checked under the hood.
— Oil Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
the engine oil temperature is high. If the light
turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and
shut off the engine as soon as possible. Wait
for oil temperature to return to normal levels.
— Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
This warning light indicates when the driver
or passenger seat belt is unbuckled. When
the ignition is first placed in the ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN position and if the driver’s seat
belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound and the
light will turn on. When driving, if the driver
or front passenger seat belt remains unbuck-
led, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or
remain on continuously and a chime will
sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in
“Safety” for further information.
— Rear Seat Belt Reminder Warning
Light — If Equipped
This light indicates when a rear seat belt is
unbuckled in the second row. When the igni-
tion is first placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position, and if a seat belt in the second
row is unbuckled, a light corresponding to the
specific seat will turn on in the upper right
portion of the instrument cluster display, mo-
mentarily replacing the configurable corner
information. If a second row seat belt that
was buckled at the start of the trip is unbuck-
led, the Rear Seat Belt Reminder Light will
change from green to red and a single chime
will sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in
“Safety” for further information.
— Swing Gate Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
swing gate is open.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
— Transmission Temperature Warning
Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to warn of a
high transmission fluid temperature. This
may occur with strenuous usage such as
trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the
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ESS vehicles have been upgraded with a
heavy duty starter, enhanced battery, and
other upgraded engine parts, to handle the
additional engine starts.
NOTE:
It is recommended that the Start/Stop Sys-
tem be disabled during off-road use.
Automatic Mode
The Stop/Start feature is enabled
after every normal customer en-
gine start. At that time, the sys-
tem will go into STOP/START
READY and if all other conditions are met,
can go into a STOP/START AUTOSTOP AC-
TIVE “Autostop” mode.
To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following
Must Occur:
• The system must be in STOP/START
READY state. A STOP/START READY mes-
sage will be displayed in the instrument
cluster display within the Stop/Start sec-tion. Refer to “Instrument Cluster” in “Get-
ting To Know Your Instrument Panel” in
your Owner’s Manual for further informa-
tion.
• The vehicle must be completely stopped.
• The shifter must be in a forward gear and
the brake pedal depressed.
The engine will shut down, the tachometer
will move to the zero position and the Stop/
Start telltale will illuminate indicating you
are in Autostop. Customer settings will be
maintained upon return to an engine running
condition.
Refer to the “Stop/Start System” in the
“Starting And Operating” section located in
your Owner’s Manual for further information.
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop
Prior to engine shut down, the system will
check many safety and comfort conditions to
see if they are fulfilled. Detailed information
about the operation of the Stop/Start system
may be viewed in the instrument clusterdisplay Stop/Start Screen. In the following
situations, the engine will not stop:
• Driver’s seat belt is not buckled.
• Driver’s door is not closed.
• Battery temperature is too warm or cold.
• Battery charge is low.
• The vehicle is on a steep grade.
• Cabin heating or cooling is in process and
an acceptable cabin temperature has not
been achieved.
• HVAC is set to full defrost mode at a high
blower speed.
• HVAC set to MAX A/C.
• Engine has not reached normal operating
temperature.
• Engine temperature too high.
• The transmission is not in a forward gear.
• Hood is open.
• Transfer case is in 4LO or Neutral.
• Brake pedal is not pressed with sufficient
pressure.
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Bulb Replacement
NOTE:
Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-
spheric conditions. This will usually clear as
atmospheric conditions change to allow the
condensation to change back into a vapor.
Turning the lamps on will usually accelerate
the clearing process.
Halogen Headlamps
NOTE:
We advise referring to an authorized dealer
for service.
1. Open hood and support using prop rod.
2. Remove the front grille. Turn the retainers
along the top 1/4 turn counterclockwise
and remove.
3. Pull the bottom of the grille away starting
at one side and working toward the other.
4. Remove the three screws holding the
headlamp to the vehicle.
5. Remove lamp from the vehicle.
6. Remove the lamp from the collar.7. Grasp the bulb and turn 1/4 turn
counterclockwise.
8. Pull the bulb from the housing.
9. Push connector locking tab to the unlock
position.
10. Remove connector from bulb.
11. Push connector onto new bulb base, and
push the connector locking tab to the
lock position.CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fin-
gers. Oil contamination will severely
shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in
contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.
12. Reinstall bulb housing. Rotate the bulb
1/4 turn clockwise.
Front Park/Turn Signal
NOTE:
We advise referring to an authorized dealer
for service.1. Remove the front wheel liner fasteners to
access bulb sockets.
2. Turn the socket assembly 1/4 turn coun-
terclockwise and remove from housing.
Pull the bulb straight from the socket to
replace.
LED Front Side Marker
Please see an authorized dealer for service.
Wheel Liner
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack
or any other booster source with a system
voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to
the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack,
follow the manufacturer's operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
Preparations For Jump Start
The battery in your vehicle is located in the
left rear of the engine compartment, behind
the Power Distribution Center.NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a
protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the post.
WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling
fan whenever the hood is raised. It can
start anytime the ignition switch is ON.
You can be injured by moving fan blades.
WARNING!
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings,
watch bands and bracelets that could
make an inadvertent electrical contact.
You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can
burn your skin or eyes and generate
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Keep open flames or sparks
away from the battery.
NOTE:
Never use a fast battery charger to start the
engine, as this could damage the electronic
systems of your vehicle, particularly the igni-
tion and engine fuel supply control units.
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the auto-
matic transmission into PARK and turn
the ignition OFF.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnec-
essary electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the
battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cable’s reach, apply the parking brake and
make sure the ignition is OFF.
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4. Disconnect the opposite end of the posi-
tive(+)jumper cable from the remote
positive(+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
5. Reinstall the protective cover over the
remote positive(+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
If frequent jump starting is required to start
your vehicle you should have the battery and
charging system tested at an authorized
dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehi-
cle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e.,
cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough without engine
operation, the vehicle’s battery will dis-
charge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent the engine from starting.
IF YOUR ENGINE
OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can
reduce the potential for overheating by taking
the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, shift trans-
mission into NEUTRAL, but do not increase
engine idle speed.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop
the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear
continuous chimes, turn the engine off
immediately and call for service.NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow
down an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off.
The A/C system adds heat to the engine
cooling system and turning the A/C off can
help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to
maximum heat, the mode control to floor
and the blower control to high. This allows
the heater core to act as a supplement to
the radiator and aids in removing heat from
the engine cooling system.WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from
your radiator. If you see or hear steam
coming from under the hood, do not open
the hood until the radiator has had time to
cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator or coolant
bottle is hot.
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