2023 JEEP WAGONEER spare tire

SAFETY289
PERIODIC SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD
M
AKE OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks, and bulges.
Check the lug nut/bolt torque for tightness. Check the
tires (including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under the vehicle after overnight parking for
fuel, coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel or brake fluid leaks are
suspected, the cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
EXHAUST GAS
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system. Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have an authorized dealer inspect the complete
exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
CARBON MONOXIDE WARNINGS
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO), follow
these safety tips:

Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in
confined areas any longer than needed to move your
vehicle in or out of the area.
 If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate/
rear doors open, make sure that all windows are
closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set
at high speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
 If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the
blower at high speed.
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle
is stopped in an open area with the engine running
for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation
system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
 Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte -
nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal condi -
tions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all
side windows fully open.
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Jacking Tools Description

SPARE TIRE STOWAGE
The spare tire is stowed under the rear of the vehicle by
means of a cable winch mechanism. To remove or stow
the spare, use the jack handle/lug wrench connected to
the square socket extension to rotate the “spare tire drive”
nut. The nut is located under a rubber plug at the
center-rear of the cargo floor area, just inside the liftgate
opening.

Spare Tire Location

SPARE TIRE REMOVAL
Remove the spare tire before attempting to jack up the
vehicle. The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear
cargo area on the outside of the vehicle.

1. Assemble the jacking tools.

Jacking Tool Assembly

2. Locate and remove plug from the storage
compartment floor to expose the winch access hole.

Winch Nut Plug

1 — Tow Hook (If Equipped)
2 — Wheel Lug Wrench
3 — Jack Handle Extension
4 — Fuel Funnel
5 — Jack Handle
6 — Scissor JackCAUTION!
The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack
wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or power
tool may damage the winch.
1 — Wheel Lug Wrench
2 — Jack Handle Extension
3 — Jack Handle
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3. Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut. Use
the wheel lug wrench and extension to completely
lower the spare tire. Keep turning the handle counter -
clockwise until the winch stops.

Winch Drive Nut Location
Wrench Rotation

4. Slide the tire out from under the vehicle and rotate it vertically behind the rear fascia/bumper.
5. Pull the metal retainer toward you to release it. 6. Slide the retainer up the steel extension tube and
winch cable. Rotate the retainer and push it through
the hole in the wheel.

Releasing Winch Retainer

JACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Jack Warning Label

WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
 Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
 Apply the parking brake firmly and set the transmis -
sion in PARK.
 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
raised.
Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
 Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
 Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If
you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
 Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
 If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful
of motor traffic.
 To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are
securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the
back of the wheel facing the ground.
WARNING!

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4. When changing a rear tire, place the scissor jack
under the rear chassis lifting point, as indicated by
the triangular lift point symbol shown in the following
image. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the
jack is fully engaged.

Rear Lifting Point
Rear Jacking Location

5. Raise the vehicle by using the wheel lug wrench and jack handle to turn the jack screw clockwise. Raise
the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface
and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare
tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability.
6. Remove the lug nuts and wheel.
7. Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with the cone-shaped end toward
the wheel. Lightly tighten the nuts.

Mounting Spare Tire

8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counter -
clockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem
facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the
inflatable spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result
in serious injury.

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9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the
wrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until
each nut has been tightened twice. For correct lug nut
torque
Úpage 371. If in doubt about the correct
tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench
by an authorized dealer or at a service station.

Tighten Lug Nuts

10. Position the wheel behind the rear fascia/bumper with the valve stem facing inward. Push the end of the
winch’s cable, spring and steel sleeve through the
front side of the road wheel. Making sure the back of
the wheel is facing the ground when the wheel is
stowed.

Reinstalling Winch Retainer

11. Slide the road wheel on the ground until it is directly under the winch and between the rear fascia/bumper
and exhaust system heat shields. Raise the tire by
turning the lug wrench on the winch extension
clockwise until it clicks/ratchets three times to make
sure the cable is tight.

Storing Of Road Wheel

NOTE:Double check to ensure the tire is snug against the
underbody of the vehicle. Damage to the winch cable may
result if the vehicle is driven with the tire loose.

Road Wheel Stowage

WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard
stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the
places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or
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12. Lower the jack to the fully closed position.
13. Return the Jack and tools back into the jack storage
bin. Reinstall the jack storage cover by firmly pushing
down until the clips lock into position.
14. After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are
properly seated against the wheel.
15. Have the road wheel and tire repaired as soon as possible and properly secure the spare tire, jack and
tool kit.
NOTE:Do not drive with the spare tire installed for more than
50 miles (80 km) at a max speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
JUMP STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle, or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly,
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE:When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the
manufacturer's operating instructions and precautions.
PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP START
The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the
engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.

Positive (+) Jump Starting Post

NOTE:The positive (+) battery post may be covered with a
protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the
positive battery post. Do not jump off fuses. Only jump
directly off positive post which has a positive (+) symbol on
or around the post.
See the following steps to prepare for jump starting:

1. Apply the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK (P) and turn the ignition OFF.

2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables’ reach, apply the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
NOTE:Be sure that the disconnected cable ends do not touch
each other, or either vehicle, until properly connected for
jump starting.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other
booster source with a system voltage greater than
12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could
establish a ground connection and personal injury
could result.

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3. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable
from the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)
jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the
discharged vehicle.
5. Reinstall the protective cover over the positive (+)
post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle
have the battery and charging system tested at an
authorized dealer.
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY
The vehicle is equipped with a refueling funnel for a
Cap-Less Fuel System, which is located with the jack and
tools
Úpage 294. If refueling is necessary, while using an
approved gas can, please insert the refueling funnel into
the filler neck opening.
NOTE:In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel door
from opening. If this occurs, lightly push around the
perimeter of the fuel door to break the ice buildup and
re-release the fuel door by pushing on the rear outer edge
near the center to unlatch. Do not pry on the door.

Refueling Funnel Location

Emergency Gas Can Refueling
Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors. A funnel is
provided to allow emergency refueling with a gas can.
See the following steps for refueling:

1. Retrieve funnel from the rear cargo storage area.

2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel nozzle.

Inserting Funnel

3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper doors open.
4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.
5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting back in the spare tire storage area.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use
(i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s battery
will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the
fuel tank after filling.

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344SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
The Rear Power Distribution Center is located behind a trim cover of the rear driver’s side quarter panel. This center contains cartridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers.
The following chart corresponds to the fuses inside.
CavityCartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
* If Equipped
F05 150 Amp Gray –Underhood Power Distribution Center Battery Feed
F06 ––Spare
F07 ––Spare
F08 ––Spare
F09 ––Spare
F10 ––Spare
F11 ––Spare
F12 ––Spare
F13 30 Amp Pink –Air Compressor (Tire Inflator)
F14 25 Amp Clear –MTR Sunshade Sunroof
F15A ––Spare
F15B –10 Amp RedHands Free Liftgate / Rear Window Switches / MOD HVAC Cntrl Rr
F16 ––Spare
F17 ––Spare
F18 25 Amp Clear –Power Liftgate Module
F19A –10 Amp RedL2+ Driver Alert Lighting Module
F19B –10 Amp RedAnimation Lighting RR-LT
F20A –15 Amp BlueCentral ASAS Decision Module (CADM) - LO
F20B ––Spare
F21A ––Spare

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