2021 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED Owner handbook (in English)

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To stop the window from going all the way
down during the Auto-Down operation, pull
up on the switch briefly.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the
perception of pressure on the ears or a heli-
copter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows
down in certain open or partially open posi -
tions. This is a normal occurrence and can be
minimized by adjusting the window opening.
REMOVABLE TOP
INFORMATION
For your convenience, a tool kit is provided
with your vehicle located in the center
console. This kit includes the necessary tools
required for the operations described in the
following sections. All pieces fit into the
ratchet for easy use.
Provided Tools
For complete owner information, refer to the
Owner's Manual for further details.
Soft Top — Two And Four Door Models
To Lower The Soft Top
Follow these simple steps to lower the soft
top:
1. With the swing gate open, remove the swing gate bar from the bottom of the
rear window from right to left. Store in a
safe location. Remove the rear window by
sliding it to the left keeping the window
level.
2. Push outward on the bottom of the rear window pillars to release them from their
retaining tabs.
3. Undo the hook-and-loop-fastener located at the upper front corner of each quarter
window.
Hook-And-Loop Fastener Location
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the
window is almost closed. Be sure to clear
all objects from the window before closing.
1 — #50 Torx Head Driver
2 — #40 Torx Head Driver
3 — 15mm Socket
4 — Ratchet
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4. Remove both quarter windows whilekeeping the plastic retainers along the
top level. Store in soft top window bag or
safe location.
Quarter Window Top Retainers
5. From inside the vehicle, fold the sun visors against the windshield and release
header latches from above the sun visors,
making sure the hook is completely
disengaged from its receiver. Disengaging Header Latch
6. From outside the vehicle, lift up on the front of the soft top, and fold back into
the Sunrider position.
NOTE:
If leaving the soft top in the Sunrider posi -
tion, secure the top by using the two
hook-and-loop fasteners provided in the
center console. Sunrider Straps In Position
7. Pull the Sunrider latch, located beneath the last bow of the soft top.
Sunrider Latch Position
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8. Allow the soft top to slide rearward freely inthe guide tracks to the stowed position.

9. While pushing downward slightly on the folded soft top, slide the lock lever on the
left and right side lift assist mechanisms
to the “lock” position.
Lock Position
10. Once the lock lever is in the “lock” posi -
tion, push downward on each side of the
folded soft top to ensure it is secure. An
audible “click” may be heard. NOTE:
Secure the top by using the two
hook-and-loop fasteners provided in the
center console.
Push Downward To Ensure Locked Position
To Raise The Soft Top
Follow these simple steps to raise the soft
top:
1. From the fully lowered position, remove straps if previously secured.
2. While pushing down on the folded soft top, slide the lock lever on the left and
right side Lift Assist Mechanisms to the
“unlock” position. 3. Push up and forward from underneath
the folded soft top along the guide track
until it locks into the Sunrider position
with an audible “click”.
4. Using the side link, lift and push the soft top toward the front of the vehicle
guiding the top into the closed position.
5. From inside the vehicle, pull the handle on the header latch downward to engage
the hook into its receiver. Then, pull the
handle back upward while squeezing the
latch plate, locking the latch into place.
Repeat on the other side.
Squeeze Latch Plate And Pull Handle Upward
CAUTION!
Failure to follow the next steps could
result in damage to the Soft Top or vehicle.
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6. Reinstall the quarter windows whilekeeping the top plastic retainers level.
Quarter Window Top Retainers
7. Place the top of the quarter window pillars (rear corner) into the top cover,
and insert the bottom retaining tab into
the clips. 8. Engage the retainers on the front of the
windows, ensuring they are fully
engaged, followed by the retainers along
the bottom of the windows.
Fully Engage Quarter Window Retainers
NOTE:
It is critical that the retainers are fully
engaged before the vehicle resumes motion. 9. Secure the hook-and-loop-fastener at the
upper front corner of each quarter
window by pressing firmly.
Firmly Secure Hook-And-Loop Fastener
10. Reinstall the rear window along the top, followed by the swing gate bar into the
bottom of the rear window.
NOTE:
When reinstalling the rear window, be sure to
engage the retainers on the right side of the
rear window, followed by the left side.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow all Quarter Window Install
steps could result in damage to the Soft
Top or vehicle.
1 — Retainer At Front Of Quarter Window
2 — Retainer At Bottom Of Quarter Window
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Freedom Top And Hard Top
To Remove Freedom Top Panels
NOTE:
The left side panel must be removed before
removing the right side panel.
1. Fold down the sun visor against the wind-
shield.
2. Turn the three L-shaped locks on the left side panel (one at the front, the rear, and
outside), unlocking them from the roof.
3. Unlatch the left side header panel latch located at the top of the windshield.
Left Side Panel L-Shaped Locks Left Side Panel Header Latch
4. Remove the left side panel.
5. Repeat the steps above to remove the right side panel.
NOTE:
Vehicles equipped with a Freedom Top,
come with a Freedom Top storage bag that
allows you to store your Freedom Top panels.
To Reinstall Freedom Top Panels
Follow the removal instructions in reverse
order, replacing the right side panel before
the left side panel.
NOTE:
To prevent water leaks, the seals and
Freedom Top Panels should be clear of any
dust and debris prior to reinstallation. Hard Top Removal
1. Remove both front panels as described
above.
2. Open both doors.
3. Using the provided #50 Torx head driver and ratchet, remove the Torx head screw
that secures the hard top at the B-Pillar
(near the top of the front door) on each
side.
Torx Head Screw Location — Left Side Shown
4. Remove the six Torx head screws that secure the hard top to the vehicle (along
the interior bodyside — three screws on
each side) using the #50 Torx head
driver.
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Torx Head Screw Locations — Right Side Shown
5. Open the swing gate all the way to ensure clearance of the rear window glass. Lift
the rear window glass.
6. Locate the wire harness and washer hose on the left rear inside corner of the
vehicle.
7. Disconnect the wire harness by its release tab, followed by the washer hose
by pushing the release button on the
hose. Wire Harness And Washer Hose Location
8. Lower the rear window glass and close the swing gate.
9. Remove the hard top from the vehicle. Place the hard top on a soft surface to
prevent damage.
NOTE:
To reinstall the hard top, follow the removal
instructions in reverse order.
For complete owner information, refer to the
Owner's Manual for further details.
CAUTION!
The front panel(s) must be positioned
properly to ensure sealing. Improper
installation can cause water to leak into
the vehicle's interior.
The hard top assembly must be posi -
tioned properly to ensure sealing.
Improper installation can cause water to
leak into the vehicle's interior.
The hard 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.).
Do not move your vehicle until the top
has been either fully attached to the
windshield frame and bodyside, or fully
removed.
The removal of the hard top requires four
adults located on each corner. Failure to
follow this caution could damage the
hard top.
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Dual Top — If Equipped
If your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Top,
the soft top system will be provided in a
separate box located in the rear of the
vehicle for shipping purposes only.
If the soft top is removed, ensure the lift
assist mechanisms on both sides of the
folded soft top are in the “lock” position
before removal, and that an audible “click”
is heard when pushing down on the #1 bow
from each of the lift assist mechanisms.
Lift Assist Mechanism NOTE:The soft top and the hard top are to be
used independently.
Your vehicle warranty will not cover
damage resulting from both tops being
installed at the same time.
For complete owner information, refer to your
Owner's Manual for further details.
POWER SLIDING TOP — IF
EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with a Power
Sliding Top, the control switch can be found
on the front trim panel, to the right of the
passenger’s side sun visor.
Power Sliding Top Control Switch
NOTE:
The Power Top is non-removable. If
desired, the rear quarter windows can be
removed and stored in provided storage
bags. Refer to “Quarter Window Removal”
in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” in the
Owner’s Manual for further information.

The Power Top will not open in temperatures
below –4°F (-20°C). However, if it is opened
at a higher temperature, it can be closed at
temperatures above –40°F (-40°C).

The Power Top will not operate at vehicle
speeds above 60 mph (96 km/h).
1 — Lock Position
2 — #40 Torx Head Screw
3 — #40 Torx Head Screw
CAUTION!
Lowering of the windshield is NOT
recommended in vehicles equipped with a
Power Sliding Top. Damage will occur to
the top as well as the header seal.
1 — Open Switch
2 — Close Switch
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NOTE:
A slight pause in audio may be heard when
opening and closing the Power Sliding Top
as a result of the Uconnect system switching
between Power Top Closed and Power Top
Open audio modes.
Opening The Power Top
Express Mode
Push the open switch and release it within
one-half second. The power top will open
automatically to the open position. This is
called “Express Open”. During Express Open
operation, any movement of the switch will
stop the power top.
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
release 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 oper-
ation, 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
obstruction if this occurs. Next, push the
close switch and release to Express Close.
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or
near the vehicle, or in a location acces-
sible to children. Do not leave the igni -
tion of a vehicle equipped with Keyless
Enter-N-Go in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. Occupants, particularly unat -
tended children, can become entrapped
by the power top while operating the
power top switch. Such entrapment may
result in serious injury or death.
In a collision, there is a greater risk of
being thrown from a vehicle with an open
power top. You could also be seriously
injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passen -
gers are also properly secured.
Do not allow small children to operate
the power top. Never allow your fingers,
other body parts, or any object, to project
through the power top opening. Injury
may result.
WARNING! (Continued)
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