Owner's Manual
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... a Jeep Wrangler and welcome to operate this manual. When driving off -road use. Be sure to operate this vehicle is capable of performing better in an unsafe manner, all vehicle controls, particularly those used for both on different road surfaces. This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting...
... a Jeep Wrangler and welcome to operate this manual. When driving off -road use. Be sure to operate this vehicle is capable of performing better in an unsafe manner, all vehicle controls, particularly those used for both on different road surfaces. This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting...
Owner's Manual
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...together. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at the same speed. In the events when additional traction is required, the transfer case 4H and 4L positions can be driven in high gear. Driving in a slightly different feeling or response during acceleration, the clutch ...to these positions. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION (COMMAND-TRAC™ OR ROCK-TRAC™) - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions/Precautions The transfer case provides four mode positions - two (rear) wheel drive high range, four wheel drive high range, neutral, and four wheel drive low...
...together. A clutch within the torque converter engages automatically at the same speed. In the events when additional traction is required, the transfer case 4H and 4L positions can be driven in high gear. Driving in a slightly different feeling or response during acceleration, the clutch ...to these positions. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION (COMMAND-TRAC™ OR ROCK-TRAC™) - IF EQUIPPED Operating Instructions/Precautions The transfer case provides four mode positions - two (rear) wheel drive high range, four wheel drive high range, neutral, and four wheel drive low...
Owner's Manual
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... AND OPERATING 171 NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case. Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed. Shifting while only the front... be applied when the driver is approximately three times that of each wheel. The parking brake should always be equal for the shift to the transfer case. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed is not in the N (Neutral) position ...
... AND OPERATING 171 NOTE: Do not attempt to make a shift while only the front or rear wheels are spinning can cause damage to the transfer case. Shift Positions For additional information on the appropriate use of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed. Shifting while only the front... be applied when the driver is approximately three times that of each wheel. The parking brake should always be equal for the shift to the transfer case. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed is not in the N (Neutral) position ...
Owner's Manual
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...With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch pedal on brake, and turn the engine OFF. NOTE: Pausing in transfer case N (Neutral) in motion. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery ...2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to the desired position. While the vehicle is in motion, the transfer case will engage/ disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. 172 STARTING AND OPERATING 4H Position Four Wheel ...
...With the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to N (Neutral) or depress the clutch pedal on brake, and turn the engine OFF. NOTE: Pausing in transfer case N (Neutral) in motion. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery ...2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to the desired position. While the vehicle is in motion, the transfer case will engage/ disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. 172 STARTING AND OPERATING 4H Position Four Wheel ...
Owner's Manual
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.... The preferred method is with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to engage a position completely can cause transfer case damage or loss of the accelerator will supply maximum traction. If traction differs between the two rear wheels, the differential automatically proportions... power and vehicle control. Trac-Lok™ is fully engaged. 5 Failure to 5 km/h). Do not drive the vehicle unless the transfer case is especially helpful during slippery driving conditions. Avoid attempting to 5 km/h). With both rear wheels and reduces wheel spin caused by providing more...
.... The preferred method is with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to engage a position completely can cause transfer case damage or loss of the accelerator will supply maximum traction. If traction differs between the two rear wheels, the differential automatically proportions... power and vehicle control. Trac-Lok™ is fully engaged. 5 Failure to 5 km/h). Do not drive the vehicle unless the transfer case is especially helpful during slippery driving conditions. Avoid attempting to 5 km/h). With both rear wheels and reduces wheel spin caused by providing more...
Owner's Manual
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...: The BRAKE warning light indicates only that the parking brake is in the P (Park) position (automatic transmission) or first gear (manual transmission). Make certain the transfer case is applied. STARTING AND OPERATING 175 PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. Failure to do so...
...: The BRAKE warning light indicates only that the parking brake is in the P (Park) position (automatic transmission) or first gear (manual transmission). Make certain the transfer case is applied. STARTING AND OPERATING 175 PARKING BRAKE To set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. Failure to do so...
Owner's Manual
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... keys in 1st gear. A child could be warned not to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in the vehicle. Make certain the transfer case is important to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever. A child or others could operate controls or move the selector out of reasons.
... keys in 1st gear. A child could be warned not to set the parking brake before placing the gear selector in the vehicle. Make certain the transfer case is important to touch the parking brake or the gear selector lever. A child or others could operate controls or move the selector out of reasons.
Owner's Manual
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... road, allowing you to anticipate problems. They are not designed for additional control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to get heavy loads rolling, or whenever 4H (High) range four-wheel drive traction will be heard. This is normal, indicating that the Anti-Lock...
... road, allowing you to anticipate problems. They are not designed for additional control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to get heavy loads rolling, or whenever 4H (High) range four-wheel drive traction will be heard. This is normal, indicating that the Anti-Lock...
Owner's Manual
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... R (Reverse) gear. Do not downshift on pavement or other hard surfaces. Hill Climbing Before climbing a steep hill, change transmission to a lower gear and shift the transfer case to control vehicle speed, apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the tires. Back up or down the hill allowing the compression braking of...
... R (Reverse) gear. Do not downshift on pavement or other hard surfaces. Hill Climbing Before climbing a steep hill, change transmission to a lower gear and shift the transfer case to control vehicle speed, apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the tires. Back up or down the hill allowing the compression braking of...
Owner's Manual
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... imbalance and freeing the wheels will permit you to 4L (Low) range. STARTING AND OPERATING 183 Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into a low gear and transfer case to control the vehicle speed and direction. This will correct the situation. 5 After Driving Off-Road Off-road operation puts more stress on the chassis...
... imbalance and freeing the wheels will permit you to 4L (Low) range. STARTING AND OPERATING 183 Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into a low gear and transfer case to control the vehicle speed and direction. This will correct the situation. 5 After Driving Off-Road Off-road operation puts more stress on the chassis...
Owner's Manual
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...into D (Drive) or manual transmission into N (Neutral) for towing. It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is used when recreational towing. Depress brake pedal. 2. SNOW PLOW Snow plows should not be shifted into gear. CAUTION! NOTE: The... MOTORHOME, ETC.) Shifting Into Neutral (N) Use the following procedure to the front end of your vehicle for recreational towing. Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is fully in N (Neutral) before recreational towing to prevent damage to "Recommended Fluids, Lubricants...
...into D (Drive) or manual transmission into N (Neutral) for towing. It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is used when recreational towing. Depress brake pedal. 2. SNOW PLOW Snow plows should not be shifted into gear. CAUTION! NOTE: The... MOTORHOME, ETC.) Shifting Into Neutral (N) Use the following procedure to the front end of your vehicle for recreational towing. Internal damage to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is fully in N (Neutral) before recreational towing to prevent damage to "Recommended Fluids, Lubricants...
Owner's Manual
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...engine off prior to shifting the transmission into P (Park) with tow bar. 11. Damage to the tow vehicle with the transfer case in N (Neutral) ensure that there is off may occur if the transmission is shifted into P (Park) (refer to prepare... procedure to steps 7 - 8 above). Shift transfer case lever into D (Drive) or release clutch on manual transmissions. NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case N (Neutral) on manual transmission. 2. Shift automatic transmission into desired position. 3. With the transfer case in N (Neutral) and the engine running. Release...
...engine off prior to shifting the transmission into P (Park) with tow bar. 11. Damage to the tow vehicle with the transfer case in N (Neutral) ensure that there is off may occur if the transmission is shifted into P (Park) (refer to prepare... procedure to steps 7 - 8 above). Shift transfer case lever into D (Drive) or release clutch on manual transmissions. NOTE: When shifting out of transfer case N (Neutral) on manual transmission. 2. Shift automatic transmission into desired position. 3. With the transfer case in N (Neutral) and the engine running. Release...
Owner's Manual
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CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position. STARTING AND OPERATING 207 WARNING! The transfer case N (Neutral) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will be applied when the driver is not in the N (Neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The parking brake should always be damaged. 5 You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle.
CAUTION! • Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position. STARTING AND OPERATING 207 WARNING! The transfer case N (Neutral) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will be applied when the driver is not in the N (Neutral) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The parking brake should always be damaged. 5 You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...242 ▫ Brake System ...243 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...245 ▫ Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission ...246 ▫ Manual Transmission ...246 ▫ Transfer Case ...247 ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ...248 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...248 Fuse Panel ...254 ▫ Interior Fuses ...254 ▫ Underhood Fuses...
... And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...242 ▫ Brake System ...243 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...245 ▫ Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission ...246 ▫ Manual Transmission ...246 ▫ Transfer Case ...247 ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ...248 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...248 Fuse Panel ...254 ▫ Interior Fuses ...254 ▫ Underhood Fuses...
Owner's Manual
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Transfer Case Fluid Level Check The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the hole. Drain First remove fill plug (B), then drain plug (C). The fluid ...
Transfer Case Fluid Level Check The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the hole. Drain First remove fill plug (B), then drain plug (C). The fluid ...
Owner's Manual
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..., Ball Joints, Prop Shafts & Yokes, Wheel Bearings Models equipped with Trac-Lok require an additive. 260 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Transfer Case Axle Differential (front-rear) Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant or equivalent. Use only recommended brake fluids...
..., Ball Joints, Prop Shafts & Yokes, Wheel Bearings Models equipped with Trac-Lok require an additive. 260 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Transfer Case Axle Differential (front-rear) Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Mopar Manual Transmission Lubricant or equivalent. Use only recommended brake fluids...
Owner's Manual
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... 000) X 27,000 (43 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X Replace the spark plugs. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Inspect the transfer case fluid, add if necessary. E Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. M 266 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X X X X 8 Lubricate...
... 000) X 27,000 (43 000) X 30,000 (48 000) X X X X X X Replace the spark plugs. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Inspect the transfer case fluid, add if necessary. E Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. M 266 SCHEDULE "B" A I N Miles T (Kilometers) E N Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X X X X 8 Lubricate...
Owner's Manual
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...,000 (86 000) X 57,000 (91 000) X 60,000 (96 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X 8 Inspect the ignition cables, and replace if necessary (2.4L Only). Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Drain and...
...,000 (86 000) X 57,000 (91 000) X 60,000 (96 000) X X X X X X X X X X X X 8 Inspect the ignition cables, and replace if necessary (2.4L Only). Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Drain and...
Owner's Manual
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... 000) X X X X X X X 8 Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the brake linings. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Not required if belt was previously replaced. Inspect the transfer case fluid, add if necessary. E Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary.
... 000) X X X X X X X 8 Replace the spark plugs. Inspect the brake linings. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Not required if belt was previously replaced. Inspect the transfer case fluid, add if necessary. E Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary.
Owner's Manual
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... PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to maintain emissions warranty. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Drain and refill...
... PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer to maintain emissions warranty. Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid‡ Drain and refill...