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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Essential Information
Consult  the  Table  of  Contents  to  determine
which  section  contains  the  information  you
desire.
Since  the  specification  of  your  vehicle
depends on the items of equipment ordered,
certain  descriptions  and  illustrations  may
differ from your vehicle's equipment.
The  detailed  Index  at  the  back  of  this  User
Guide  contains  a  complete  listing  of  all
subjects.
Symbols
Some  vehicle  components  have  colored
labels whose symbols indicate precautions to
be  observed  when  using  this  component.
Refer  to  “Warning  Lights  and  Messages”  in
“Getting  To  Know  Your  Instrument  Panel”
for  further  information  on  the  symbols  used
in your vehicle.
ROLLOVER WARNING 
Utility  vehicles  have  a  significantly  higher
rollover  rate  than  other  types  of  vehicles.
This  vehicle  has  a  higher  ground  clearanceand  a  higher  center  of  gravity  than  many
passenger  vehicles.  It  is  capable  of
performing better in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Driven in an unsafe manner, all
vehicles can go out of control. Because of the
higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out
of  control  it  may  roll  over  when  some  other
vehicles may not.
Do  not  attempt  sharp  turns,  abrupt  maneu
-
vers, or other unsafe driving actions that can
cause  loss  of  vehicle  control.  Failure  to
operate  this  vehicle  safely  may  result  in  a
collision,  rollover  of  the  vehicle,  and  severe
or fatal injury. Drive carefully.
Rollover Warning Label
Failure  to  use  the  driver  and  passenger  seat
belts  provided  is  a  major  cause  of  severe  or
fatal  injury.  In  a  rollover  crash,  an  unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 
This User Guide contains 
WARNINGS against
operating  procedures  that  could  result  in  a
collision,  bodily  injury  and/or  death.  It  also
contains  CAUTIONS   against  procedures  that
could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do  not  read  this  entire  guide,  you  may  miss
important information. Observe all Warnings
and Cautions.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/
ALTERATIONS 
 WARNING!
Any  modifications  or  alterations  to  this
vehicle  could  seriously  affect  its
roadworthiness and safety and may lead to
a  collision  resulting  in  serious  injury  or
death.
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TRAILER TOWING  ................................ 175
Trailer Towing Weights
(Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)..... 175
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND 
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ............................. 176
Towing This Vehicle Behind 
Another Vehicle ............................ 176 Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel 
Drive Models ................................ 176
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS............... 179
BULB REPLACEMENT............................ 179
Replacement Bulbs ...................... 179
Bulb Replacement ........................ 181
FUSES  ............................................... 183
General Information ...................... 183
Power Distribution Center (PDC) .... 184
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .............. 192
Jack Location  .............................. 193
Spare Tire Removal ...................... 193
Preparations For Jacking  .............. 194
Jacking Instructions ...................... 195
Road Tire Installation.................... 197
Declaration Of Conformance .......... 198
Jack Usage Precautions................. 200
JUMP STARTING .................................. 201
Preparations For Jump Start .......... 201
Jump Starting Procedure ............... 202
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS  ...............204
MANUAL PARK RELEASE  .....................204
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..................206
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ..............207
Four–Wheel Drive Models .............. 208
Without The Key Fob .................... 208
Tow Eye Usage............................. 208
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE 
SYSTEM (EARS) ..................................209
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ..............209
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .......................210
Scheduled Servicing — 
Gasoline Engine ........................... 210 Scheduled Servicing — 
Diesel Engine............................... 216
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .......................221
2.0L Gasoline Engine  .................. 221
3.6L Gasoline Engine  .................. 222
2.2L Diesel Engine ....................... 223
Checking Oil Level — 
Gasoline Engine  .......................... 224 Adding Washer Fluid .................... 224
Maintenance-Free Battery  ............ 225
Pressure Washing ......................... 225
DEALER SERVICE .................................226
Windshield Wiper Blades ...............226
Exhaust System  ...........................228
Cooling System .............................229
Brake System  ..............................230
Automatic Transmission ................231
RAISING THE VEHICLE ..........................232 TIRES  .................................................232
Tires — General Information  .........232
Tire Types ....................................237
Spare Tires — If Equipped ............237
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..........239
Tire Chains And Traction Devices  ..... 240
Tire Rotation Recommendations  ....241
STORING THE VEHICLE .........................241
BODYWORK .........................................242
Body And Underbody 
Maintenance ................................242 Preserving The Bodywork ...............243
INTERIORS ..........................................245
Seats And Fabric Parts ..................245
Plastic And Coated Parts ...............246
Leather Parts ................................246
Glass Surfaces  .............................246
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Should one or more tires be in the condition
mentioned  above,  the  display  will  show  the
indications corresponding to each tire.
Each  tire,  including  the  spare  (if  provided),
should  be  checked  monthly  when  cold  and
inflated  to  the  inflation  pressure  recom-
mended by  the vehicle manufacturer on  the
vehicle  placard  or  tire  inflation  pressure
label.  If  your vehicle has tires  of a  different
size  than  the  size  indicated  on  the  vehicle
placard  or  tire  inflation  pressure  label,  you
should  determine  the  proper  tire  inflation
pressure for those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been  equipped  with  a  Tire  Pressure  Moni -
toring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low
tire  pressure  telltale  when  one  or  more  of
your  tires  is  significantly  under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure tell -tale  illuminates, you should  stop and  check
your  tires  as  soon  as  possible,  and  inflate
them  to  the  proper  pressure.  Driving  on  a
significantly  under-inflated  tire  causes  the
tire  to  overheat  and  can  lead  to  tire  failure.
Under-inflation  also  reduces  fuel  efficiency
and  tire  tread  life,  and  may  affect  the
vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute
for  proper  tire  maintenance,  and  it  is  the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure,  even  if  under-inflation  has  not
reached  the  level  to  trigger  illumination  of
the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your  vehicle  has  also  been  equipped  with  a
TPMS  malfunction  indicator  to  indicate
when  the  system  is  not  operating  properly.
The  TPMS  malfunction  indicator  is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the
telltale  will  flash  for  approximately  one
minute and then remain continuously illumi
-
nated.  This  sequence  will  continue  upon
subsequent  vehicle  start-ups  as  long  as  the
malfunction  exists.  When  the  malfunction
indicator is illuminated, the system may not
be  able  to detect  or  signal  low  tire  pressure
as  intended.  TPMS malfunctions  may occur
for a variety of reasons, including the instal -lation  of  replacement  or  alternate  tires  or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS  malfunction  telltale  after  replacing
one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure  that  the  replacement  or  alternate
tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue
to function properly.
 CAUTION!
Do  not  continue  driving  with  one  or  more
flat  tires  as  handling  may  be
compromised.  Stop  the  vehicle,  avoiding
sharp  braking  and  steering.  If  a  tire
puncture  occurs, repair immediately  using
the dedicated tire repair kit and contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
 CAUTION!
The  TPMS  has  been  optimized  for  the
original  equipment  tires  and  wheels.
TPMS  pressures  and  warning  have  been
established  for  the  tire  size  equipped  on
your vehicle. Undesirable system operation
or  sensor  damage  may  result  when  using
replacement  equipment  that  is  not  of  the
same  size,  type,  and/or  style.  Aftermarket
wheels  can  cause  sensor  damage.  Using
aftermarket  tire  sealants  may  cause  the
Tire  Pressure  Monitoring  System  (TPMS)
sensor  to  become  inoperable.  After  using
an  aftermarket  tire  sealant  it  is
recommended that you take your vehicle to
an  authorized  dealer  to  have  your  sensor
function checked.
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(Continued)ESC Operating Modes
NOTE:
Depending  upon  model  and  mode  of  opera-
tion,  the  ESC  system  may  have  multiple
operating modes.
ESC On
“ESC  On”  is  the  normal  operating  mode  for
the ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started, the
ESC system will be in this mode. This mode should  be  used  for  most  driving  conditions.
Alternate ESC modes should only be used for
specific  reasons  as  noted  in  the  following
paragraphs.
Partial Off
The  “Partial  Off”  mode  is  intended  for  times
when  a  more  spirited  driving  experience  is
desired.  This  mode  may  modify  TCS  and  ESC
thresholds for activation, which allows for more
wheel  spin  than  normally  allowed.  This  mode
may be useful if the vehicle becomes stuck.
To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily
push  the  “ESC  OFF”  switch  and  the  “ESC
OFF Indicator Light” will illuminate. To turn
the  ESC  on  again,  momentarily  push  the
“ESC  OFF”  switch  and  the  “ESC  OFF  Indi
-
cator Light” will turn off.
NOTE:
For  vehicles  with  multiple  partial  ESC
modes, a momentary button push will toggle
the  ESC  mode.  Multiple  momentary  button
pushes  may  be  required  to  return  to  “ESC
On” mode.
 WARNING!
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot
prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase
the  traction  afforded  by  prevailing  road
conditions.  ESC  cannot  prevent  acci -
dents,  including  those  resulting  from
excessive speed in turns, driving on very
slippery  surfaces,  or  hydroplaning.  ESC
also  cannot  prevent  accidents  resulting
from loss of vehicle control due to inap -
propriate driver input for the conditions.
Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver
can  prevent  accidents.  The  capabilities
of  an  ESC  equipped  vehicle  must  never
be  exploited  in  a  reckless  or  dangerous
manner  which  could  jeopardize  the
user’s safety or the safety of others.Vehicle modifications, or failure to prop -
erly  maintain  your  vehicle,  may  change
the  handling  characteristics  of  your
vehicle,  and  may  negatively  affect  the
performance  of  the  ESC  system.
Changes to the steering system, suspen -
sion,  braking  system,  tire  type  and  size
or  wheel  size  may  adversely  affect  ESC
performance.  Improperly  inflated  and
unevenly  worn  tires  may  also  degrade
ESC performance. Any vehicle modifica-
tion  or  poor  vehicle  maintenance  that
reduces  the  effectiveness  of  the  ESC
system  can  increase  the  risk  of  loss  of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
 WARNING! (Continued)
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Maintenance”  for  information  on  how  to
properly  inflate  the  vehicle’s  tires.  The  tire
pressure  will  also  increase  as  the  vehicle  is
driven. This is normal and there should be no
adjustment for this increased pressure.
The  TPMS  will  warn  the  driver  of  a  low  tire
pressure  if  the  tire  pressure  falls  below  the
low-pressure  warning  limit  for  any  reason,
including  low  temperature  effects  and
natural pressure loss through the tire.
The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of
low  tire  pressure  as  long  as  the  condition
exists, and will not turn off until the tire pres-
sure  is  at  or  above  the  recommended  cold
placard pressure. Once the low tire pressure
warning  (Tire  Pressure  Monitoring  System
Warning  Light)  illuminates,  you  must
increase  the  tire  pressure  to  the  recom -
mended  cold  placard  pressure  in  order  for
the TPMS Light to turn off.
NOTE:
When  filling  warm  tires,  the  tire  pressure
may need to be increased up to an additional
4 psi (28 kPa) above the recommended cold
placard  pressure  in  order  to  turn  the  TPMS
Warning Light off.
 The  system  will  automatically  update  and  the
TPMS  Warning  Light  will  turn  off  once  the
system receives the updated tire pressures. The
vehicle  may  need  to  be  driven  for  up  to
10 minutes  above  15 mph  (24 km/h)  in  order
for the TPMS to receive this information.
For  example,  your  vehicle  may  have  a
recommended  cold  (parked  for  more  than
three  hours)  placard  pressure  of  33  psi
(227  kPa).  If  the  ambient  temperature  is
68°F (20°C) and the measured tire pressure
is 28  psi (193  kPa),  a temperature drop  to
20°F  (-7°C)  will  decrease  the  tire  pressure
to approximately 24 psi (165 kPa). This tire
pressure is low enough to turn on the TPMS
Warning  Light.  Driving  the  vehicle  may
cause  the  tire  pressure  to  rise  to  approxi -
mately  28  psi  (193  kPa),  but  the  TPMS
Warning Light will still be on. In this situa -
tion,  the  TPMS  Warning  Light  will  turn  off
only  after  the  tires  are  inflated  to  the
vehicle’s  recommended  cold  placard  pres -
sure value. CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the orig -
inal  equipment  tires  and  wheels.  TPMS
pressures  and  warning  have  been  estab -
lished  for  the  tire  size  equipped  on  your
vehicle.  Undesirable  system  operation  or
sensor  damage  may  result  when  using
replacement  equipment  that  is  not  of  the
same  size,  type,  and/or  style.  The  TPM
sensor  is  not  designed  for  use  on  after -
market  wheels,  and  may  contribute  to  a
poor  overall  system  performance.
Customers  are  encouraged  to  use  Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) wheels to
assure TPMS feature operation.
Using  aftermarket  tire  sealants  may
cause  the  Tire  Pressure  Monitoring
System  (TPMS)  sensor  to  become  inop -
erable.  After  using  an  aftermarket  tire
sealant it is recommended that you take
your  vehicle  to  an  authorized  dealer  to
have your sensor function checked.
After  inspecting  or  adjusting  the  tire
pressure  always  reinstall  the  valve  stem
cap.  This  will  prevent  moisture  and  dirt
from  entering  the  valve  stem,  which
could damage the TPMS sensor.
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4H
Four-Wheel  Drive  High Range —  This range
maximizes  torque  to  the  front  driveshaft,
forcing the front and rear wheels to rotate at
the  same  speed.  This  range  provides  addi-
tional  traction  for  loose,  slippery  road
surfaces only.
NEUTRAL (N)
Neutral  —  This  range  disengages  both  the
front  and  rear  driveshafts  from  the  power -
train.  To  be  used  for  flat  towing  behind
another vehicle.
Refer  to  “Recreational  Towing”  in  this
chapter for further information. 4L
Four-Wheel  Drive  Low  Range  —  This  range
provides low speed four-wheel drive. It maxi
-
mizes  torque to  the  front driveshaft,  forcing
the  front  and  rear  wheels  to  rotate  at  the
same  speed.  This  range  provides  additional
traction  and  maximum  pulling  power  for
loose,  slippery  road  surfaces  only.  Do  not
exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
The transfer case is intended to be driven in
the  2H  position  for  normal  street  and
highway  conditions,  such  as  hard-surfaced
roads.
In  the  event  that  additional  traction  is
required, the  transfer  case 4H and  4L  posi -
tions can  be  used to lock  the  front and  rear
driveshafts  together,  forcing  the  front  and
rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. The
4H and  4L  positions  are intended  for loose,
slippery road surfaces only and not intended
for normal driving. Driving in the 4H and 4L
positions  on  hard-surfaced  roads  will  cause
increased tire wear and damage to the drive -
line  components.  Refer  to  “Shifting  Proce -
dures” in this section for further information
on shifting into 4H or 4L. The instrument  cluster alerts the driver that
the  vehicle  is  in  four-wheel  drive,  and  the
front  and  rear  driveshafts  are  locked
together.  The  light  will  illuminate  when  the
transfer case is shifted into the 4H position.
When  operating  your  vehicle  in  4L,  the
engine  speed  will  be  approximately  three
times (four times for Rubicon models) that of
the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed.
Take care not to overspeed the engine.
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles
depends  on  tires  of  equal  size,  type,  and
circumference on each wheel. Any difference
will  adversely  affect  shifting  and  cause
damage to the transfer case.
Because four-wheel drive provides improved
traction,  there  is  a  tendency  to  exceed  safe
turning  and  stopping  speeds.  Do  not  go
faster than road conditions permit.
Shifting Procedures
2H To 4H Or 4H To 2H
Shifting  between  2H  and  4H  can  be  made
with  the  vehicle  stopped  or  in  motion.  The
preferred  shifting  speed  would  be  0  to
45 mph  (72 km/h).  With  the  vehicle  in
motion,  the  transfer  case  will  engage/disen
-
 WARNING!
You  or  others  could  be  injured  or  killed  if
you  leave  the  vehicle  unattended  with  the
transfer case in the NEUTRAL (N) position
without  first  fully  engaging  the  parking
brake.  The  transfer  case  NEUTRAL  (N)
position disengages both the front and rear
driveshafts  from  the  powertrain,  and  will
allow  the  vehicle  to  roll,  even  if  the
automatic  transmission  is  in  PARK.  The
parking  brake  should  always  be  applied
when the driver is not in the vehicle.
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In  the  event  that  additional  traction  is
required,  the  transfer  case 4H and  4L  posi-
tions can  be  used to lock  the  front  and  rear
driveshafts  together,  forcing  the  front  and
rear wheels to rotate at the same speed. The
4H and  4L  positions  are intended  for loose,
slippery road surfaces only and not intended
for normal driving. Driving in the 4H and 4L
positions  on  hard-surfaced  roads  will  cause
increased tire wear and damage to the drive -
line  components.  Refer  to  “Shifting  Proce -
dures” in this section for further information
on shifting into 4H or 4L.
The instrument  cluster alerts the driver  that
the  vehicle  is  in  four-wheel  drive,  and  the
front  and  rear  driveshafts  are  locked
together.  The  light  will  illuminate  when  the
transfer case is shifted into the 4H position.
When  operating  your  vehicle  in  4L,  the
engine  speed  will  be  approximately  three
times (four times for Rubicon models) that of
the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed.
Take care not to overspeed the engine.
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles
depends  on  tires  of  equal  size,  type,  and
circumference on each wheel. Any difference
will  adversely  affect  shifting  and  cause
damage to the transfer case. Because four-wheel drive provides improved
traction,  there  is  a  tendency  to  exceed  safe
turning  and  stopping  speeds.  Do  not  go
faster than road conditions permit.
Shifting Procedures
2H To 4H Auto Or 4H Auto To 2H
Shifting  between  2H  and  4H  Auto  can  be
made with the vehicle stopped or in motion.
The  preferred  shifting  speed  would  be  0  to
45 mph  (72 km/h).  With  the  vehicle  in
motion,  the  transfer  case  will  engage/disen
-
gage  faster  if  you  momentarily  release  the
accelerator pedal after completing the shift.
Do not accelerate while shifting the transfer
case.  Apply  a  constant  force  when  shifting
the transfer case lever.
2H/4H Auto To 4H Part Time Or 4H Part Time To 
2H/4H Auto
Shifting between  2H/4H  AUTO to 4H PART
TIME can be made with the vehicle stopped
or  in  motion.  The  preferred  shifting  speed
would  be  0  to  45 mph  (72 km/h).  With  the
vehicle  in  motion,  the  transfer  case  will
engage/disengage  faster  if  you  momentarily
release  the  accelerator  pedal  after
completing the shift. Do not accelerate while shifting  the  transfer  case.  Apply  a  constant
force when shifting the transfer case lever.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to make a shift while only
the front  or rear wheels are spinning. The
front  and  rear  driveshaft  speeds  must  be
equal  for  the  shift  to  take  place.  Shifting
while  only  the  front  or  rear  wheels  are
spinning can cause damage to the transfer
case.
Delayed shifts out of four-wheel drive may
be  experienced  due  to  uneven  tire  wear,
low  or  uneven  tire  pressures,  excessive
vehicle loading, or cold temperatures.
Shifting  effort  will  increase  with  speed,
this is normal.
During  cold  weather,  you  may  experience
increased effort in shifting until the transfer
case fluid warms up. This is normal.
4H Part Time/4H Auto To 4L Or 4L To 4H Part Time/
4H Auto
With the vehicle  rolling at  2  to  3 mph  (3 to
5 km/h),  shift  the  transmission  into
NEUTRAL (N). While the vehicle is coasting
at  2  to  3 mph  (3  to  5 km/h),  shift  the
transfer case lever firmly to the desired posi -
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VEHICLE LOADING   
Weights Label
As required by local regulations, your vehicle
has a weights label affixed to the driver's side
door or pillar.Weights Label (Example)
This label contains:
1. The manufacturer’s company name
2. The whole vehicle type-approval number
3. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 4. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
5. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
6. Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (FGAWR)
7. Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (RGAWR)
NOTE:
For  specific  markets  the  label  could  be
different, respect the one shown in the image
contains: the GVWR, GAWR front and rear.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 
The  Gross  Vehicle  Weight  Rating  (GVWR)  is
the  total  permissible  weight  of  your  vehicle
including  driver,  passengers,  vehicle,
options  and  cargo.  The  label  also  specifies
maximum  capacities  of  front  and  rear  axle
systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited
so  GVWR  and  front  and  rear  GAWR  are  not
exceeded.
Payload
The  payload  of  a  vehicle  is  defined  as  the
allowable  load  weight  a  truck  can  carry,
including the weight of the driver, all passen
-
gers, options and cargo.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the
maximum  permissible load on the  front  and
rear  axles.  The  load  must  be  distributed  in
the cargo area so that the GAWR of each axle
is not exceeded.
Each  axle  GAWR  is  determined  by  the
components  in  the  system  with  the  lowest
load carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or
wheels). Heavier axles or suspension compo -
nents sometimes specified by purchasers for
increased  durability  does  not  necessarily
increase the vehicle's GVWR.
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