2023 JEEP GLADIATOR wipers

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EXTERIOR LIGHTS.................................................. 56 Headlight Switch...............................................56
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) —
If Equipped .......................................................57
High/Low Beam Switch....................................57
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control —
If Equipped .......................................................58
Flash-To-Pass....................................................58
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped ..............58
Lights-On Reminder..........................................58
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .......................58
Turn Signals ......................................................59
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped ..................59
Bed Lights — If Equipped ................................59
INTERIOR LIGHTS ................................................. 59
Interior Courtesy Lights ....................................59
Dimmer Control ................................................60
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .............. 60
Windshield Wiper Operation ............................60
CLIMATE CONTROLS ............................................. 61
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..........................................................62
Manual Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..........................................................64
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped........................................................67
Climate Voice Commands................................67
Operating Tips .................................................67 INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............... 68
Storage..............................................................68
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped ..................71
AUX/USB Control ..............................................71
Jeep® Wireless Speaker —
If Equipped........................................................72
Power Outlets ..................................................77
Power Inverters — If Equipped ........................78
Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped ....................79
POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED .....................81
Auto-Down Feature .........................................81
Manual Sliding Rear Window —
If Equipped........................................................81
Window Lockout Switch ...................................82
Wind Buffeting .................................................82
GLADIATOR TOPS .................................................82
Provided Tools ..................................................82
Lowering The Soft Top

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..............................83
Raising The Soft Top
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.................................89
Removing The Soft Top
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.............................92
Installing The Soft Top .....................................93
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Removal

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............95
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Installation ..............98
Removing The Hard Top

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...........................98
Installing The Hard Top ................................. 100
Sunrider® For Hard Top —
If Equipped..................................................... 101 DOOR FRAME — IF EQUIPPED WITH A
SOFT TOP ............................................................. 104
Door Frame Removal .................................... 104
Door Frame Installation ................................ 105
FOLDING WINDSHIELD ...................................... 106
Lowering The Windshield.............................. 106
Raising The Windshield ................................ 108
HOOD .................................................................... 109
Opening The Hood ........................................ 109
Closing The Hood .......................................... 109
TAILGATE .............................................................. 110
Opening.......................................................... 110Three-Position Tailgate ................................. 110
Closing ........................................................... 111
BED RAIL TIE DOWN SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ........................................................ 111
TONNEAU COVER — IF EQUIPPED ..................... 112
Tonneau Cover Installation .......................... 112
Tonneau Cover Removal .............................. 114
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ............ 115
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
GASOLINE INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS ................ 116
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
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DIESEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS ...................... 119
Instrument Cluster Descriptions .................. 121

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60GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Interior Courtesy Lights

When a door is open and the interior lights are on,
rotating the instrument panel dimmer control to
the extreme bottom position will cause all the
interior lights to turn off. This allows the doors to
stay open for extended periods of time without
discharging the vehicle’s battery.
DIMMER CONTROL
The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch
and is located on the left side of the instrument
panel.
Dimmer Control
Dimmer Control (Vehicles Sold In Canada)

With the parking lights or headlights on, rotating
the dimmer control upward will increase the
brightness of the instrument panel lights. Rotating
the dimmer control will also adjust the interior and ambient light levels (e.g. courtesy lights in the
footwell, illuminated cupholders, and front door
handles).
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is
located on the right side of the steering column; it
operates the multiple wiper options. The front
wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located at
the end of the lever.
WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION

Windshield Wiper/Washer Operation

1 — Pull For Windshield Washer
2 — Rotate For Wiper Operation
3 — Push Up For Mist

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Rotate the end of the lever upward to the first
detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed
wiper operation. Rotate the end of the lever
upward to the second detent past the intermittent
settings for high-speed wiper operation.
Intermittent Wipers
Use the intermittent wiper when weather
conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a
variable pause between cycles, desirable. Rotate
the end of the lever to the first detent position for
one of four intermittent settings. The delay cycle
can be set anywhere between 1 to 18 seconds.
NOTE:The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If
the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h),
delay times will be doubled. Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and
hold until desired spray is reached. If the lever is
pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will start
and continue to operate for two or three wipe
cycles after the lever is released. Then, the
intermittent interval previously selected will
resume.
If the lever is pulled while in the off position, the
wipers will operate for two or three wipe cycles.
Then, the wipers will turn off.
NOTE:As a protective measure, the washer will stop if the
switch is held for more than 20 seconds. Once the
switch is released the washer will resume normal
operation.
Mist
Push upward on the wiper lever to activate a single
wipe to clear off-road mist or spray from a passing
vehicle. As long as the lever is held up, the wipers
will continue to operate.
NOTE:The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on
the windshield. The washer function must be used
in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
For information on wiper care and replacement,
see Ú
page 374.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate
the temperature, air flow, and direction of air
circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls are
located on the touchscreen and on the instrument
panel below the radio.
CAUTION!
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch
and allow the wipers to return to the park
position before turning off the engine. If the
wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to
the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may
occur when the vehicle is restarted.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to a collision. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden
icing of the windshield during freezing weather,
warm the windshield with the defroster before
and during windshield washer use.
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(Continued)
6. Insert the fasteners from underneath. Tighten
with the #T40 Torx head driver until they are
snug, being careful not to cross-thread the
fasteners or overtighten. Refer to the previous
table for the appropriate torque specifications
for the door frame fasteners.
FOLDING WINDSHIELD
The fold-down windshield on your vehicle is a
structural element that can provide protection in
some accidents. The windshield also provides
protection against weather, road debris and
intrusion of small branches and other objects.
Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the
windshield down, as you lose the protection this
structural element provides.
If required for certain off-road uses, the windshield
can be folded down. However, the protection
afforded by the windshield is then lost. If you fold
down the windshield, drive slowly and cautiously. It
is recommended that the speed of the vehicle be
limited to 10 mph (16 km/h), with low range
operation preferred if you are driving off-road with
the windshield folded down. Raise the windshield as soon as the task that
required its removal is completed and before you
return to on-road driving. Both you and your
passengers should wear seat belts at all times,
on-road and off-road, regardless of whether the
windshield is raised or folded down.
LOWERING THE WINDSHIELD

1. Before completing the following steps:

If your vehicle is equipped with a soft top,
the top
MUST be lowered Ú page 83, and
the door frames must be removed
Ú page 104 prior to lowering the wind -
shield.
If your vehicle is equipped with a hard top,
the Freedom Panels MUST be removed
prior to lowering the windshield Úpage 95.
WARNING!
Carefully follow these warnings to help protect
against personal injury:
Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the
windshield down.
Do not drive your vehicle unless the wind -
shield is securely fastened, either up or down.
Eye protection, such as goggles, should be
worn at all times when the windshield is down.
Be sure that you carefully follow the instruc -
tions for raising the windshield. Make sure
that the folding windshield, windshield wipers,
side bars, and all associated hardware and
fasteners are correctly and tightly assembled
before driving your vehicle. Failure to follow
these instructions may prevent your vehicle
from providing you and your passengers’
protection in some accidents.
If you remove the doors, store them outside
the vehicle. In the event of an accident, a
loose door may cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow this step will cause damage to
the vehicle’s header seal.
WARNING!

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Mirrors & Wipers
Blind Spot Alert This setting will change the type of alert provided when an object is detected
in a vehicle’s blind spot. The “Off” setting will turn off Blind Spot Alert. The
“Lights” setting will activate the Blind Spot Alert lights on the outside mirrors.
The “Lights & Chime” setting will activate both the lights on the outside
mirrors and an audible chime.
Hill Start Assist This setting will turn the Hill Start Assist system on or off.
ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines This setting will turn the ParkView Backup Camera Active Guidelines on or off.
ParkView Backup Camera Delay This setting will add a timed delay to the ParkView Backup Camera when
shifting out of REVERSE.
Fixed ParkView Backup Camera Guidelines This setting will turn the Fixed ParkView Backup Camera Guidelines on or off.
Front Camera Gridlines This setting will turn the Front Camera Gridlines on or off.
Tire Fill Assist This setting will turn Tire Fill Assist on or off.
Setting NameDescription
When the Mirrors & Wipers button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the option related to the vehicle’s mirrors and wipers.
NOTE:Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting NameDescription
Headlights With Wipers This setting will turn the headlights on when the wipers are activated.
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Lights
When the Lights button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to the vehicle’s exterior and interior lights.
NOTE:
When the “Daytime Running Lights” feature is selected, the daytime running lights can be turned on or off. This feature is only allowed by law in the country
of the vehicle purchase.
Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.
Setting Name Description
Headlight Off Delay This setting will allow you to set the amount of time it takes for the headlights
to shut off after the vehicle is turned off. The available settings are “0 sec”,
“30 sec”, “60 sec”, and “90 sec”.
Headlight Illumination On Approach This setting will allow you to set the amount of time it takes for the headlights
to shut off after the vehicle is unlocked. The available settings are “0 sec”,
“30 sec”, “60 sec”, and “90 sec”.
Headlights with Wipers This setting will turn the headlights on when the wipers are activated.
Daytime Running Lights This setting will allow you to turn the Daytime Running Lights on or off.
Flash Lights With Lock This setting will allow you to turn the flashing of the lights when the Lock
button is pushed on the key fob on or off.
Auto Dim High Beams This setting will allow you to turn the Auto Dim High Beams on or off.

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284SAFETY
Disabling And Enabling HSA
This feature can be turned on or turned off. To
change the current setting, see Ú page 215 for
further information.
Towing With HSA
HSA will also provide assistance to mitigate roll
back while towing a trailer.
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
RBS may improve braking performance in wet
conditions. It will periodically apply a small amount
of brake pressure to remove any water buildup on
the front brake rotors. It functions when the
windshield wipers are in LO or HI speed. When RBS
is active, there is no notification to the driver and
no driver interaction is required.
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
RAB may reduce the time required to reach full
braking during emergency braking situations. It
anticipates when an emergency braking situation
may occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is
released by the driver. The Electronic Brake
Control will prepare the brake system for a panic
stop.
Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA)
RSRA alerts you through a visual and auditory
notification of the possible presence of an object,
passenger, or pet in the rear seats if a rear door
was opened up to 10 minutes before the ignition
was placed in the ON/RUN position. RSRA does not
directly detect objects, passengers, or pets in the
rear seats. When the previous conditions are met,
RSRA displays the message “Check Rear Seat” on
the instrument cluster display and sounds an
auditory alert upon the driver placing the ignition in
the OFF position to exit the vehicle.
To enable or disable RSRA, see Ú page 215.
WARNING!
If you use a trailer brake controller with your
trailer, the trailer brakes may be activated and
deactivated with the brake switch. If so, there
may not be enough brake pressure to hold
both the vehicle and the trailer on a hill when
the brake pedal is released. In order to avoid
rolling down an incline while resuming accel -
eration, manually activate the trailer brake or
apply more vehicle brake pressure prior to
releasing the brake pedal.
HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when exiting your vehicle.
Also, be certain to place the transmission in
PARK.
Failure to follow these warnings can result in a
collision or serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Before exiting a vehicle, always come to a
complete stop, then shift the automatic trans -
mission into PARK and apply the parking
brake.
Always make sure the keyless ignition node is
in the OFF position, key fob is removed from
the vehicle and vehicle is locked.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving chil -
dren in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for
a number of reasons. A child or others could
be seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,
or in a location accessible to children, and do
not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped
with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC or ON/
RUN position. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up
may cause serious injury or death.

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY351
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to
prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars
and other equipment designed for this purpose,
following equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar
or other towing device to main structural members
of the vehicle, not to fascia/bumpers or associated
brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers,
defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC
position.
If the vehicle's battery is discharged, instructions
on shifting the automatic transmission out of
PARK (P) in order to move the vehicle Úpage 348.
FOUR–WHEEL DRIVE MODELS
FCA LLC US recommends towing with all wheels
OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow
the vehicle on a flatbed or with one end of the
vehicle raised and the opposite end on a towing
dolly.
If flatbed equipment is not available and the
transfer case is operable, the vehicle may be
towed (in the forward direction, with ALL wheels on
the ground), IF the transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N)
and the transmission is in PARK (P) (for automatic
transmissions) or in gear ( NOT in NEUTRAL , for
manual transmissions) Ú page 205.
WITHOUT THE KEY FOB
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is
towed with the ignition in the OFF position. The only
approved method of towing without the key fob is
with a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is
necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS —
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F EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are
mounted in the front and the rear fascia/bumpers.

Front Tow Hooks

NOTE:Depending on vehicle trim level, rear tow hooks
may vary.
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck,
do not attach to front or rear suspension
components. Damage to your vehicle may
result from improper towing.
CAUTION!
Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used (if
the remaining wheels are on the ground).
Internal damage to the transmission or
transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel
lift is used when towing.
Towing this vehicle in violation of the
approved requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or transfer case damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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