2023 JEEP WAGONEER tow

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE65

Front Comfort And Convenience Display Location

NOTE:The Front Comfort And Convenience Display can only be
used if the vehicle is in the ON/RUN position.
To stow this display and access the power outlet, USB
ports, and wireless charging pad, push the screen open/
close hard button below the display, in front of the gear
selector. Pushing the button again will lower the screen for
use.

Screen Open/Close Button

NOTE:When the open/close button is pushed to stow the
Comfort And Convenience display screen, the screen will
turn off and save the menu it was on prior to being stowed.
Max A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on the
touchscreen to automatically turn the air
conditioning on to the coldest temperature
setting and the highest blower speed.
The MAX A/C indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
Performing this function again will cause the MAX A/C
operation to switch into manual mode and the MAX A/C
indicator will turn off. Pressing other setting buttons will
also cause the MAX A/C to turn off.
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling
performance.
NOTE:The MAX A/C button is only available on the touchscreen.
A/C Button
Press and release the A/C button on the
touchscreen, or push the toggle switch on the
faceplate down, to turn the air conditioning on.
The A/C indicator illuminates when A/C is on.
Recirculation Button
Press and release the Recirculation button on
the touchscreen, or push the toggle switch on
the faceplate down, to change the system
between recirculation mode and outside air
mode. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions
such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity are present.
Recirculation can be used in all modes. Recirculation may
be unavailable if conditions exist that could create fogging
on the inside of the windshield. The A/C can be deselected
manually without disturbing the mode control selection.
Continuous use of Recirculation mode may make the
inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended
use of this mode is not recommended.
In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may lead to
excessive window fogging. The Recirculation feature may
be unavailable if conditions exist that could create fogging
on the inside of the windshield.
AUTO Button
Press the AUTO button on the touchscreen, or
push toggle switch on the faceplate down to
automatically control the front driver and
passenger area’s temperature by adjusting
distribution and amount of airflow. Performing this
function will cause the system to switch between manual
mode and automatic modes
Úpage 71. AUTO mode is
highly recommended for efficiency.
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MAX Defrost Button
Press the MAX Defrost button on the
touchscreen, or push the toggle switch on the
faceplate down, to change the current airflow
setting to Defrost mode. The indicator
illuminates when this feature is on. Performing this
function will cause the automatic climate controls to
change to manual mode.
When MAX Defrost mode is selected:
 The blower speed increases to full (all LEDs on)
 Air conditioning compressor is turned on (LED on)
 Both driver and passenger temperature controls are
set to HI
 Defrost mode is selected (LED on)
 Rear defroster is turned on (LED on)
 Air recirculation is turned off (LED off)
If MAX Defrost mode is turned off, the Climate Control
system will return to the previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Press and release the button on the
touchscreen, or push the toggle switch on the
faceplate down, to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if
equipped). The Rear Defrost indicator illuminates when
the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster
automatically turns off after 10 minutes.
Driver And Passenger Temperature
Switches
These toggle switches provide the driver and passenger
with independent temperature control by pushing the
single switch upward or downward.

Instrument Panel Toggle Switches

Push upward on the driver’s or passenger’s
side toggle switch on the faceplate, or press
and slide the temperature bar towards the red
arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer
temperature settings.
Push downward the driver’s or passenger’s
side toggle switch on the faceplate, or press
and slide the temperature bar towards the blue
arrow button on the touchscreen for cooler
temperature settings.
SYNC Button
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to
turn the SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC
indicator illuminates when SYNC is on. SYNC is
used to synchronize the front passenger
temperature and rear passenger temperature, mode, and
blower settings with the driver temperature, mode, and
blower settings.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
 Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating
elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
 Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
 Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.

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AUTO BUTTON
Push the AUTO button below the rear climate
control display, or if equipped, press and
release the AUTO button on the Rear Comfort
And Convenience Display touchscreen to
control the rear passenger area’s temperature by
automatically adjusting distribution and amount of airflow.
Performing this function will cause the system to switch
between manual mode and automatic modes
Úpage 71.
REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Push the Up or Down buttons near the rear climate control
display, or if equipped, press the Up or Down arrow
buttons on the Rear Comfort And Convenience Display
touchscreen to control the rear passenger’s temperature.
NOTE:If equipped with a Four-Zone ATC system, the left and right
sides of the rear passenger zones can be adjusted sepa -
rately.
Push the Up arrow hard button, or press and
release, or slide the temperature bar on the
touchscreen towards the red arrow button on
the touchscreen for warmer temperature
settings.
Push the Down arrow hard button, or press and
release, or slide the temperature bar on the
touchscreen towards the blue arrow button on
the touchscreen for cooler temperature
settings.
REAR BLOWER CONTROL
Blower Control is used to regulate the amount
of air forced through the Climate Control
system. There are several blower speeds
available. The speeds can be selected using
the blower control buttons near the rear climate control
display, or if equipped, on the Rear Comfort And
Convenience Display touchscreen.
Use the blower button with the down arrow, or small
blower icon on the touchscreen to reduce the blower
setting. Use the blower button with the up arrow, or the
large blower icon on the touchscreen to increase the
blower setting.
NOTE:Blower speed can also be selected by pressing the
numbered blower speed on the touchscreen bar area
between the blower icons.
REAR MODE CONTROL
Pushing the Mode button below the rear
climate control display, located on the rear of
the center console, will cycle through the three
rear mode control options for airflow
distribution. These options are: Face, Face/Feet, and
Feet.
Mode Control From The Rear Comfort And Convenience
Display
If equipped with the Rear Comfort And Convenience
display, two airflow distribution modes can be selected
on/off from the display by individually by pressing the icons on the touchscreen for up to three combinations of
airflow. The icons on the screen will illuminate when
selected, and turn off when deselected.
The two airflow modes are:
NOTE:If Auto is selected, these icons will no longer be available
and the current mode selection will be overwritten.
REAR CLIMATE LOCK
When the rear climate controls are locked from
the front climate controls, “Unlock Rear” will
illuminate on the rear climate screen. No
adjustments to the rear climate system can be
made from the rear climate controls while the system is
locked.
When the controls are then unlocked from the front
climate controls, the text on the rear screen will update to
“Lock Rear”, and no longer be illuminated. Temperature,
blower speed, and mode settings can now be made from
the rear climate controls.
Face (panel outlets)
Feet (floor outlets)

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Manual Open/Close
To open the sunshade, push and hold OPEN on the
sunshade switch, the sunshade will open to the half open
position and stop automatically. Push and hold OPEN
again to continue to open the sunshade to the full open
position.
To close the sunshade, push and hold CLOSE on the
sunshade switch.
Releasing the switch while the sunshade is in motion will
stop the sunshade in a partially open position.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of
the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an
obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction
if this occurs.
NOTE:If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch
Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and the
sunroof must be closed in Manual Mode.
Ignition Off Operation — If Equipped
The power sunroof switch will remain active for up to
approximately 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position. Opening either front door will
cancel this feature.
NOTE:If equipped with this setting, the Ignition Off timing is
programmable through the Uconnect system
Úpage 197.
Third Row Sunroof
The sunroof over the third row seating has a single fixed
glass pane with a manual sunshade. To open the
sunshade, pull the handle toward the front of the vehicle.
To close the sunshade, pull the handle toward the rear of
the vehicle.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel. Periodically check for and clear out any
debris that may have collected in the tracks.
HOOD
OPENING THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.

1. Pull the release lever located underneath the
driver’s side of the instrument panel.

Hood Release

2. Reach under the hood from outside the vehicle, move the safety latch to the left and lift the hood.

Safety Latch Location

NOTE:
Vehicle must be at a stop and the gear selector must
be in PARK.
 While lifting the hood, use both hands.
 Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.
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NOTE:The activation zone is the same for vehicles equipped with
or without a trailer tow package.

Valid Kicking Motion

When a valid kicking motion is completed, the liftgate will
chime, the hazard lights will flash and the liftgate will open
after approximately one second, or close after
approximately three seconds. These settings can be
enabled or disabled through Uconnect Settings
Úpage 197.
NOTE:
Opening or closing the Hands-Free Liftgate requires a
valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the lift -
gate handle. If a valid Passive Entry key fob is not within
5 ft (1.5 m), the liftgate will not respond to any kicks,
and will perform inhibit chimes to inform the user about
the missing key fob.
 The distance from the rear fascia/bumper to the foot
shall be no more than 8 inches (20 cm) to be recog -
nized as a valid kick. 
The Hands-Free Liftgate feature may be turned on or
off through the Uconnect system
Úpage 197.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate feature should be turned off
during jacking, tire changing, manual car wash, and
vehicle service.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate feature can be activated by
any metallic object making a similar in-and-out motion
under the rear fascia/bumper, such as cleaning using
a metal broom.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate will only operate when the
transmission is in PARK.
 If anything obstructs the Hands-Free Liftgate while it is
opening or closing, the liftgate will automatically
reverse to the closed/open position, provided it meets
sufficient resistance.
 The Hands-Free Liftgate will not open with the key fob
in the cupholder or anywhere inside the vehicle.
 There are pinch sensors attached to the side of the lift -
gate opening. Light pressure anywhere along these
strips will cause the liftgate to return to the open posi -
tion.
 If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions
within the same cycle, the system will automatically
stop. If this occurs, the liftgate must be operated manu -
ally.
 The power liftgate will release, but not power open, in
temperatures below −12°F (−24°C). Be sure to
remove any buildup of snow or ice from the liftgate
before opening the liftgate. 
If the liftgate is left open for an extended period of time
(approximately one hour), the liftgate may need to be
closed manually to reset power liftgate functionality.
NOTE:Allow the power system to open the liftgate. Manually
pushing or pulling the liftgate may activate the liftgate
obstacle detection feature and stop the power operation
or reverse its direction.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep
the liftgate closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
 If you are required to drive with the liftgate 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.
WARNING!
During power operation, personal injury or cargo
damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate travel path is
clear. Make sure the liftgate is closed and latched
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Retractable Cargo Area Cover —
If Equipped
The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure
loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or protect
passengers from loose cargo.
To cover the cargo area:

1. Grab the cover at the center handle and pull over the
cargo area.

2. Insert the pins on the ends of the cover into the slots in the pillar trim cover.
3. The liftgate may be opened with the cargo cover in place.

Rear Cargo Cover

Cargo Net — If Equipped
The rear cargo area may be equipped with a cargo net to
keep items secure while driving.
To attach the cargo net, the clips must be hooked through
the loops on both sides of the cargo area.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry weight
on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must
not exceed 150 lb (68 kg), and should be uniformly
distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
The crossbars on your vehicle are delivered stowed in the
rear cargo bin. Crossbars should always be used
whenever cargo is placed on the roof rack. Check the
straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely
attached.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
INSTALLING THE CROSSBARS
There are two crossbars equipped with your vehicle. They
are located in the rear cargo bin, stored in foam blocks.
There is also a packet of fastener screws and a Torx
wrench provided in the foam blocks. You can find the
packet of fastener screws in the left foam block and the
Torx wrench in the right foam block.

Stowed Crossbars

WARNING!
In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the vehicle could
cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden stop and
strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store the cargo
cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger
compartment. Remove the cover from the vehicle when
taken from its mounting. Do not store it in the vehicle.WARNING!
In a collision, loose crossbars in the vehicle could cause
injury. They could fly around in a sudden stop and strike
someone in the vehicle. Do not store the crossbars on
the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment.
Remove the crossbars from the vehicle when taken
from their mounting. Do not store them in the vehicle.
1 — Fastener Screws
2 — Torx Wrench
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There are three positions that the crossbars can be
installed in. There are also tie-down loops next to each
crossbar location on both sides of the roof.

Crossbar Locations

NOTE:The crossbars should only be used in positions 1 and 2 or
positions 1 and 3. They are not designed to be used in
positions 2 and 3.

Crossbar and Tie Down Loop Locations
Crossbar Directional Arrow

NOTE:There are arrows on top of the crossbars that indicate the
direction that they should be installed. The arrows should
point forward toward the front of the vehicle.
To install the crossbars, refer to the following procedure:

1. Remove the crossbars from the foam blocks.

2. Swivel the outboard stanchion on the crossbar and rotate it 180 degrees around the bolt to the open
position. Open the outboard stanchion on the
opposite end of the crossbar as well.

Step 2

1 — Position 1
2 — Position 2
3 — Position 3
1 — Crossbar Installation Location
2 — Tie-Down Loop Locations

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REMOVING THE CROSSBARS
To remove the crossbars, refer to the following procedure:

1. Using the provided Torx wrench, loosen the Torx
head bolts on the stanchion. Do this on both ends of
the crossbar.

Step 1

2. Using the provided wrench, remove the bolts that secure the crossbar to the roof rail. Repeat this on the
other end of the crossbar.

Bolt Location

3. Depress the swing key, and swivel the outboard stanchion 180 degrees back to the stowed position.

Depress The Swing Key Step 3

4. Repeat steps 1-3 for the second crossbar.
5. Place the crossbars back into the foam blocks in the
rear cargo storage bin.
WARNING!
In a collision, loose crossbars in the vehicle could cause
injury. They could fly around in a sudden stop and strike
someone in the vehicle. Do not store the crossbars on
the cargo floor or in the passenger compartment.
Remove the crossbars from the vehicle when taken
from their mounting. Do not store them in the vehicle.
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