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Jeep Wrangler 2011 User Manual

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Summary of Wrangler 2011

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    User guide 2011 wrangler includes wrangler unlimited.

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    The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Chrysler group llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may...

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    Introduction/welcome welcome from chrysler group llc . . . . 2 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 theft alarm...

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    Welcome from chrysler group llc congratulations on selecting your new chrysler group llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new chrysler group llc vehicle has characteristics ...

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    Rollover warning warning! • pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accel...

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    Driver cockpit controls at a glance 4.

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    Controls at a glance 5.

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    Instrument cluster warning lights - low fuel warning light - charging system light** - oil pressure warning light** - anti-lock brake (abs) light** - airbag warning light** - electronic throttle control (etc) light - tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) light - seat belt reminder light brake - bra...

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    Indicators - turn signal indicators - high beam indicator - front fog light indicator - front axle lock indicator* - rear axle lock indicator* - vehicle security indicator* - o/d (overdrive) off indicator - 4wd indicator* - sway bar indicator* - cruise indicator odometer messages eco - fuel saver in...

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    Key fob locking and unlocking the doors/swing gate • press the lock button once to lock all the doors and swing gate. Press the unlock button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and swing gate. • all doors can be programmed to unlock on the fir...

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    Warning! • do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (co) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause you or others to be severely injured or killed when inhaled. • keep key fob transmitters away from child...

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    Warning! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. Suppl...

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    Child restraints • children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. • every state in the united states and all canadian provinces require th...

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    • the tether strap should be attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback using the most direct path. For the outboard seating positions, route the tether underneath the head rest and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat. • tighten all three straps as you...

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    Warning! • in a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be severely injured ...

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    Driver’s and passenger easy entry seats (two-door) • push the lever on the seatback rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle) to tilt the entire seat forward. • to return the seat to a sitting position, rotate the seatback upright until it locks. Push the seat rearward until the track locks. Note: •...

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    • slowly flip the entire seat (two-door models) forward. • locate the pull strap, located on the outboard side of the seat, and pull it toward you until the seatback releases (four-door models). To raise the rear seat • lift up on the seatback to return it to the upright position. Warning! • it is e...

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    Warning! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving, or driving with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your vehicle. Failure to follow this warnin...

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    Turn signal/lights lever headlights/parking lights/automatic headlights • rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights , the second detent for headlights and the third detent for auto. • when set to auto, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient ...

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    Wiper/washer lever front wipers intermittent, low and high operation • rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation. Washer operation • pull the lever toward you...

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    Speed control • the speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise on/off • push the on/off switch to activate the speed control. • the cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the speed control is on. • push the on/off switch a second time to turn the system...

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    Manual climate controls air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. Automatic temperature controls (atc) automatic operation • turn the mode an...

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    Air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off. • if the recirculation button is pressed while in the auto mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically. Soft...

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    Operating your vehicle 22.

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    Operating your vehicle 23.

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    Operating your vehicle 24.

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    Operating your vehicle 25.

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    Operating your vehicle 26.

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    Operating your vehicle 27.

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    Your vehicle's sound system electronics 28.

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    Electronics 29.

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    Non-touch-screen radios media center 130 (sales code res) media center 130 (sales code res + rsc) electronics 30

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    Media center 230 (sales code req) note: your radio may not be equipped with voice command or uconnect™ phone. To determine if your radio has this feature, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “uconnec...

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    Audio jack • the audio jack allows a portable device, such as an mp3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. • pressing the aux button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the...

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    Touch-screen radio media center 430/430n cd/dvd/hdd (sales code rbz/rhb) note: your radio may not be equipped with uconnect voice command or uconnect phone. To determine if your radio has this feature, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature,...

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    Audio jack • the audio jack allows a portable device, such as an mp3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. • pressing the aux button will change the mo...

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    Copy pictures to the hard-drive • insert either a cd or a usb device containing your pictures in jpeg format into the usb port on the radio face. • touch the my files soft-key, then go to the manage my files screen. • touch the my pictures soft-key to get an overview of the currently stored images. ...

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    New destination • touch the nav soft-key in the upper-right corner of your radio screen, to access the navigation system. • touch the where to? Soft-key to program a destination. • next touch one of the subcategories to search for your destination. Address, points of interest, recently found, favori...

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    Sirius travel link (media center 430n only) • to access sirius travel link, press the menu hard-key then touch the travel link soft-key. Note: sirius travel link requires a subscription, sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase. • sirius travel link brings a wealth of ...

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    Uconnect™ phone • to determine if your vehicle is equipped with uconnect™ phone, press the uconnect™ phone button . If your vehicle has this feature, you will hear a voice prompt. If not, you will see a message on the radio “uconnect phone not available”. • the uconnect™ phone is a voice-activated, ...

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    Phonebook edit • press the phone button . • (after the beep), say “phonebook”. • (after the beep), say “new entry” or “list names” or “delete”. • follow the prompts. Receiving a call – accept (and end) • when an incoming call rings/is announced on uconnect™, press the phone button . • to end a call,...

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    Warning! (continued) • paired to uconnect™ phone, • and have network coverage. Uconnect™ voice command • the uconnect™ voice command system allows you to control your am, fm radio, satellite radio, disc player, uconnect™ phone, a memo recorder, and supported portable media devices. The voice command...

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    Note: to access the tutorial, press the voice command button . After the beep, say “tutorial”. Press any hard-key/button or touch the display (touch-screen radio) to cancel the tutorial. Warning! Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone...

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    Bluetooth ® streaming audio (media center 430/430n/230/130 only) if equipped with uconnect™ voice command, your bluetooth-equipped ipod ® devices, cellphones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's speakers. Your connected device must be bluetooth-compatible, and p...

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    Programmable features electronic vehicle information center (evic) – if equipped • the evic can be used to program the following personal settings. Press and release the menu button until personal settings displays, then press the down button to scroll through the settings. Press the select button t...

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    Power inverter • a 115 volt, 150 watt ac power inverter is located on the front of the center console. • this outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power devices requiring power up to 150 watts. Note: the power inverter is designed with built-in overload protection. If the powe...

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    Power outlet • there are three possible 12–volt power outlets in this vehicle. • the front power outlet, located in the lower portion of the instrument panel, is powered when the key is in the on or acc position. • a second power outlet is located inside the center console bin and is powered directl...

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    Command-trac™/ rock-trac™ • the transfer case provides four mode positions: 2h (two-wheel drive high range), 4h (four-wheel drive high range), n (neutral), and 4l (four-wheel drive low range). • the transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2h position for normal street and highway conditions su...

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    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ra tings) engine/ t ransmission axle model gcwr (gr oss combined wt. Rating) fr ontal ar ea max. Gtw (gr oss t railer wt.) max. T railer t ongue wt. 3.8l/manual 3.21 t wo–door x model (4wd) 5,049 lbs (2 290 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32 sq m) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 10...

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    Engine/ t ransmission axle model gcwr (gr oss combined wt. Rating) fr ontal ar ea max. Gtw (gr oss t railer wt.) max. T railer t ongue wt. 3.8l/ automatic 4.10 t wo–door rubicon model (4wd) 6,366 lbs (2 887 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg) 3.8l/ automatic 3.73 four–door x ...

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    Engine/ t ransmission axle model gcwr (gr oss combined wt. Rating) fr ontal ar ea max. Gtw (gr oss t railer wt.) max. T railer t ongue wt. 3.8l/ automatic 3.73 four–door sahara model (4wd) 8,127 lbs (3 686 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg) 3.8l/manual 4.10 four–door rubi...

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    Recreational towing (behind motorhome) towing - two-wheel drive models • recreational towing with all four wheels on the ground is allowed only if the rear driveshaft is removed. See your authorized dealer or refer to the service manual. Towing with the rear wheels on the ground while the driveshaft...

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    24-hour towing assistance - u.S. Only • dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for canadian residents. • provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • briefly describe the nature ...

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    • your vehicle has also been equipped with a tpms malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The tpms malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute a...

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    Warning! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. - malfunction indicator light (mil) • certain conditions, such as a loose or missi...

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    - electronic throttle control (etc) light • this light informs you of a problem with the electronic throttle control (etc) system. • if a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed ...

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    Warning! Continued operation with the transmission temperature hotoil warning message illuminated could cause the fluid to boil over, come into contact with the hot engine or exhaust components causing a fire that may result in personal injury. If your engine overheats • in any of the following situ...

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    Jacking and tire changing jack location • the jack and lug wrench are located in the rear storage compartment. Spare tire stowage • remove the tire cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench turning them counterclockwise. Remove wheel lock if equipped. Preparations for jacking •...

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    Jacking and tire changing instructions • remove the spare tire, jack and tools from the stored location. • loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. • assemble the jack and jacking tools. Connect the jack handle dr...

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    Warning! • do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall o...

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    Preparations for jump-start • the battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. • set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into park and turn the ignition to lock. • turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electr...

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    Caution! (continued) • accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or pre...

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    Warning! • chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury or death. • stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing serious injury. Shift lever override • if a malfunction occurs and the shift lever can...

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    Event data recorder (edr) • this vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems pe...

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    Opening the hood • release the two hood latches located on the left and right side of the hood. • raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. • push the latch to the left side of the vehicle, to open the hood. You may have to push down slightly on the hood before p...

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    Engine comp ar tment 3.8l engine maintaining your vehicle 64.

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    Fluids and capacities component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine coolant 3.8l mopar ® antifreeze/coolant five year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid organic additive technology) or equivalent. 13 quarts (12 liters) includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to max level. E...

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    Maintenance char t miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 or kilometers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 change the engine oil ...

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    Miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 or kilometers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 flush and replace the engine coolant if n...

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    Maintenance record odometer date signature, authorized service center 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 6 months 16,000 miles (26,000 km) or 12 months 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 18 months 32,000 miles (52,000 km) or 24 months 40,000 miles (65,000 km) or 30 months 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 36 months 56,0...

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    Fuses integrated power module (fuses) maintaining your vehicle 69.

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    • the integrated power module is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description j1 — — j2 30 amp pink transfer case module j3 — — j4 25 amp natural driver door node j5 25 amp natural passeng...

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    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description m10 20 amp yellow ignition off draw — vehicle entertainment system (iod-ves), satellite digital audio receiver (sdars), dvd, hands-free module (hfm), radio, antenna (ant), universal garage door opener (ugdo), vanity lamp (vanity lp) m11 10 amp red (ignitio...

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    Cavity cartridge fuse mini fuse description m25 20 amp yellow fuel pump (fuel pump), diesel lift pump (dsl lift pump) — export only m26 — — m27 10 amp red ignition switch feed, wireless module m28 10 amp red pcm feed/tcm m29 — — m30 15 amp blue wiper motor frt, j1962 diagnostic feed m31 20 amp yello...

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    Warning! • overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. U...

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    Chrysler group llc customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1–877–426–5337 chrysler canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1–800–465–2001 assistance for the hearing impaired • to assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufac...

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    Reporting safety defects in the 50 united states and washington, d.C. • if you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) in addition to notifying the manufactu...

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    Mopar ® accessories • the following highlights just some of the authentic jeep accessories by mopar ® that have been engineered to customize your jeep wrangler. • to see the full line of accessories, stop by your dealer or visit mopar.Com. Chrome: • grille • tubular side steps • tubular bumper • mir...

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    Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 alarm, panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 arming theft system (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 automatic headlights . . . . . . . . . . 17 automatic temperature control (atc) . . . . . . . . ...

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    Oil change indicator . . . . . . . . . . 54 oil, engine capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 overheating, engine . . . . . . . . . . 55 panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 phone (pairing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 phone (uconnect) . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 power inverter . . . . ....

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    Notes 79.

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    Notes 80

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    Warning! Driving and alcohol: drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or...

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    11jk72-926-aa wrangler second edition user guide this guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your owner’s manual. For complete operational instructions, maint...