2023 JEEP GLADIATOR window

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE81
POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED
The power windows feature allows for movement
of the windows with the push of a button. The
power window switches are located on the
instrument panel below the climate controls. Push
the switch downward to open the window and pull
upward to close the window.
The top left switch controls the left front window
and the top right switch controls the right front
window. The bottom left switch controls the left
rear window and the bottom right switch controls
the right rear window.
Power Window Switches

NOTE:
The power window switches will remain active
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is placed
in the OFF position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.
There are window switches located on the rear
of the center console for the rear passenger
windows.
AUTO-DOWN FEATURE
The driver door power window switch and the front
passenger door power window switch have an
Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch down,
past the detent, and release and the window will go
down automatically.To open the window part way, push the window
switch down briefly, without going past the detent,
and release it when you want the window to stop.
To stop the window from going all the way down
during the Auto-Down operation, pull up on the
switch briefly.
MANUAL SLIDING REAR WINDOW —
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F EQUIPPED
To open the rear sliding window, push the release
button inward while sliding the window into the
open position.

Release Button Location

WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,
and do not let children play with power windows.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. Occupants,
particularly unattended children, can become
entrapped by the windows while operating the
power window switches. Such entrapment may
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the
window is almost closed. Be sure to clear all
objects from the window before closing.
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WINDOW LOCKOUT SWITCH

Window Lockout Switch

The window lockout switch allows you to disable
the window controls on the rear passenger doors.
To disable the window controls, rotate the switch
downward. To enable the window controls, rotate
the switch upward.
WIND BUFFETING
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception
of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound
in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting
with the windows down, or the sunroof (if
equipped) in certain open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be
minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting
occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof
opening to minimize the buffeting or open any
window.
GLADIATOR TOPS
PROVIDED TOOLS
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.
NOTE:The soft top and the hard top are to be used inde -
pendently. Your vehicle warranty will not cover
damage resulting from both tops being installed at
the same time.

Provided Tools

If your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Top, the soft
top system will be provided in a separate box
located in the bed of the vehicle for shipping
purposes only.
1 — Ratchet
2 — #T50 Torx Head Driver
3 — #T40 Torx Head Driver
4 — 15 mm Socket

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LOWERING THE SOFT TOP
Use this QR code to access your
digital experience. If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or
the top has been folded down for a period of time,
the top will appear to have shrunk when you raise
it, making it difficult to put up. This is caused by a
natural contraction of the vinyl or acrylic materials
of the fabric top.
Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on
the top fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its
original size and the top can then be installed. If
the temperature is 41°F (5°C) or below, do not
attempt to put the top down or roll the rear or side
curtains.
WARNING!
Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window
up/removed unless the quarter windows are
also removed. Dangerous exhaust gases
could enter the vehicle causing harm to the
driver and passengers.
The fabric quarter windows and fabric top are
designed only for protection against the
elements. Do not rely on them to contain occu -
pants within the vehicle or to protect against
injury during an accident. Remember, always
wear seat belts.
Make sure hands and fingers are clear of all
pinch points when installing and removing the
soft top. The lift assist mechanism and side
bows may cause serious injury if fingers or
hands get caught in between.
CAUTION!
The soft 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.).
CAUTION!

Do not run a fabric top through an automatic
car wash. Window scratches and wax buildup
may result.

Do not lower the top when the temperature is
below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may
result.

Do not move your vehicle until the top has been
either fully attached to the windshield frame, or
fully lowered.
Follow the proper steps for cleaning and caring
for your vehicle’s fabric top
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Do not use any tools (screwdrivers, etc.) to pry
or force any of the clamps, clips, or retainers
securing the soft top. Do not force or pry the soft
top framework when opening or closing.
Damage to the top may result.

Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains, or mildew on the top
material:

It is recommended that the top be free of water
prior to opening it. Operating the top, opening a
door or lowering a window while the top is wet
may allow water to drip into the vehicle's interior.

Careless handling and storage of the soft top
may damage the seals, causing water to leak
into the vehicle's interior.
The soft top must be positioned properly to
ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause
water to leak into the vehicle's interior.

CAUTION!
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Side View Top And Components
1 — #1 Bow 6 — Quarter Panel Upper Hook And Loop
2 — #2 Bow 7 — Quarter Panel Vertical Retainer
3 — #3 Bow 8 — Rear Window Vertical Retainer
4 — #4 Bow 9 — Quarter Panel Cover Assembly
5 — #5 Bow

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Rear Window View And Components
1 — Top Retainer 4 — Pull Tabs
2 — Left Vertical Retainer 5 — Lower Center Retainer
3 — Lower Retainers 6 — Right Vertical Retainer
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Lowering The Soft Top Into The Sunrider® Position:
Use this QR code to access your
digital experience.

1. Fold both sun visors forward against the windshield.

2. Release the header latches from the crossbar by pulling
the handle downward. Make
sure the hook is fully disengaged from its
receiver.

Step Two

3. From both the left and right sides, lift up on the #1 Bow of the soft top to begin the operation.
It is recommended to utilize two people for this
procedure.
Step Three

4. Move to the side of the vehicle and use the side link to fold the soft top rearward.

Step Four
5. Secure the top in this position by using the two
hook-and-loop fasteners provided in the
center console.

Step Five

NOTE:The vehicle can be driven in the Sunrider® Position
with the rear window and quarter panel cover
assemblies fully installed or completely removed.
CAUTION!
Quarter panel cover assemblies and rear
window must be either all in or all out.

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Removing The Rear Window And Quarter
Panel Cover Assemblies
NOTE:Both quarter panel cover assemblies and the rear
window must ALL be removed together, or installed
together.

1. Start by removing the rear window first. Use the two straps located on the bottom of each
side of the rear window to remove the right
and left vertical retainers, as well as the lower
center retainer.

Step One (Right Side Shown) Step One

2. While keeping the rear window level, slide it outward in either direction until it is completely
separate from its retainer. Do not pull
downward while removing the rear window.
Damage to the retainer could result. Store the
rear window in the soft top rear window
storage bag (if equipped), or in a safe location
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Step Two

3. After removing the rear window, remove the quarter panel cover assemblies starting with
either side. Disengage the quarter panel cover
assembly from the bottom by pulling the fabric
at the bottom upward.
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4. With two hands, grab the front of the quarter panel cover assembly and pull outward to
disengage it from its retainer on the door
frame.

Step Four

5. Pull the quarter panel cover assembly up and out from the bottom, then pull it down and
away from the vehicle to remove.
Step Five

6. Repeat this procedure for the other quarter panel cover assembly. Store the assemblies in
the soft top rear window storage bag (if
equipped), or a safe location.
Soft Top Rear Window Storage Bag —
If Equipped
To safely store the soft top rear window, proceed
as follows:

1. With the bag opened completely, fold the fabric divider downward and lay the rear
window in the bottom of the bag.

Step One

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