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NOTE:
• For vehicles not equipped with the instru-
ment cluster display, the power window
switches will remain active for 45 seconds
after the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.
• For vehicles equipped with the instrument
cluster display, the power window switches
will remain active for up to 10 minutes after
the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK
position. Opening either front door will can-
cel this feature.
Four-Door Models
The lower left switch controls the left rear
passenger window, and the lower right switch
controls the right rear passenger window.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the per-
ception of pressure on the ears or a
helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your ve-
hicle may exhibit wind buffeting with thewindows down in certain open or partially
open positions. This is a normal occurrence
and can be minimized by adjusting the win-
dow opening.
REMOVABLE TOP
INFORMATION
Please visit http://www.jeep.com/en/wrangler-
rooftop-instructions/ for instructional videos.
For complete information, refer to your Owner's
Manual.
Sunrider And Soft Top
Two-Door Sunrider Open
Follow these simple steps to open the Sun-
rider feature.
1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the
side.2. Release the header latches from the loops
on the windshield frame.Step 2
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3. Make sure to slide the plastic sleeves
forward to unlock the Sunrider links.4. Grasp the header and lift the top back.
Make sure the material is folded back as
shown.5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows.
Wrap the straps around the bows as
shown. Repeat on the other side.
6. Reposition the sun visors.
NOTE:
If you are going to be driving faster than
40 mph (64 km/h) with the Sunrider feature
open, it is recommended that you remove the
rear window of the vehicle.
•To close the Sunrider feature, perform the
above steps in the opposite order.
Step 3
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Two-Door Soft Top Down
Follow these simple steps to lower the Two-
Door soft top.
1. Remove the side and back windows.2. Fold and place the Sail Panels on top of
your Wrangler.3. Release header latches from the wind-
shield frame.
Step 1
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5. Fold back the front section of the top and
gently rest the header on top of the rear
portion of the deck.
6. Secure the top by using the two provided
straps. Each strap will wrap around the
side bow and Velcro to itself; use one strap
on each side of the vehicle.NOTE:
• Failure to fold the fabric rearward will allow
the material to sag and may block the
rearview mirror.
• If you are going to be driving faster than
40 mph (64 km/h) with the Sunrider fea-
ture open, it is recommended that you
remove the rear window of the vehicle.
• To close the Sunrider feature, perform the
above steps in the opposite order.Four-Door Soft Top Down
Follow these simple steps to lower the Four-
Door soft top.
1. Remove the side and back windows.
Step 5
Step 6
Step 1
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8. Open the swing gate and lower the top.
NOTE:
Ensure the fabric does not overhang the sides
of the vehicle.
• To raise the soft top, perform the above
steps in the opposite order.WARNING!
• Do not drive the vehicle with the rear
window curtain up unless the side cur-
tains are also open. Dangerous exhaust
gases which can kill could enter the
vehicle.
• 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 pro-
tect against injury during an accident.
Remember, always wear seat belts.
CAUTION!
• Do not run a fabric top through an auto-
matic car wash. Window scratches and
wax buildup may result.
• Do not lower the top when the tempera-
ture is below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the
top may result.
• Do not lower the top when the windows
are dirty. Grit may scratch the window.
CAUTION!
• Do not move your vehicle until the top
has been either fully attached to the
windshield frame, or fully lowered.
• The soft top is not designed to carry any
additional loads such as roof racks,
spare tires, building, hunting, or camp-
ing 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.).
Hard Top And Freedom Top
Freedom Top Removal
Follow these simple steps to remove the front
panels.
1. Fold down the sun visor, and move it to the
side.
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5. Unlatch the header panel latches located
at the top of the windshield.
6. Remove the left-hand panel.
To remove the right panel, follow the steps
above except for step three.
NOTE:
• The left panel must be removed before
removing right panel.• Vehicles equipped with a Freedom Top,
come with a Freedom Top storage bag that
allows you to store your Freedom Top
panels.
For complete information, refer to your Owner's
Manual.
Hard Top Removal
Follow these simple steps to remove the hard
top.
1. Remove both front panels. Refer to “Free-
dom Top Removal” in the previous
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 body side) 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.6. Locate and disconnect the wire harness
on the left rear inside corner of the
vehicle.
7. Remove the washer hose (next to the wire
harness) by pinching the grips on hose
connector and pull downward.
8. Close the swing gate.
9. Remove the hard top from the vehicle.
Place the hard top on a soft surface to
prevent damage.
Step 5
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Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as a
helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffet-
ing occurs with the rear windows open, adjust
the front and rear windows together.
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.
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, or by
activating the power door lock switches lo-
cated on the front doors.
To open the swing gate, push the button on
the gate handle.
NOTE:
Close the rear flip-up window before attempt-
ing to close the swing gate (hard top models
only).
Hood Latch Location
Swing Gate Handle
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WARNING!
Driving with the flip-up window open can
allow poisonous exhaust gases into your
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
Power Outlets
There are three possible 12 Volt Power Out-
lets in this vehicle.
• The front 12 Volt power outlet is located
below the climate controls in the Center
Console, and is powered when the ignition
switch is in the ON/RUN position. The
outlet can operate a conventional cigar
lighter unit or power accessories designed
for use with a standard power outlet
adapter.• The center console 12 Volt power outlet is
powered directly from the battery (power
available at all times). Items plugged into
this outlet may discharge the battery and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
Power Outlet — Front
Power Outlet — Center Console
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