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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with an air suspension system,
there is a feature which allows the automatic leveling to be
disabled before changing a tire. This feature can be disabled
using the Uconnect system. For further information, refer to
“Suspension” within the “Uconnect Settings” section of the
Owner’s Manual. For a full copy of the Owner’s Manual please
visit Jeep-India.com or get in touch with the authorized service
center.
NOTE:
Before changing a tire or using the jack please disable the
Hands-Free liftgate. This feature can be disabled through
the Uconnect system. For further information, refer to
“Doors & Locks” within the “Uconnect Settings” section of
the Owner’s Manual. For a full copy of the Owner’s Manual
please visit Jeep-India.com or get in touch with the autho
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rized service center.
P
REPARATIONS
F
OR
J
ACKING
NOTE:
Depending on vehicle trim options, your vehicle may be
equipped with an LED red emergency signal light and
emergency triangle stop signal plate. These items are for
emergency use only.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface as far from
the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or
slippery areas.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector into PARK (P).
5. Turn OFF the ignition.
6. Place the stop signal plate (if equipped) behind the
vehicle.
7. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally
opposite of the jacking position. For example, if
changing the driver’s front tire, block the passenger’s
rear wheel.
Wheel Blocked Example
NOTE:
Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the
vehicle is being raised or lifted.
The jack should be used on level firm ground wher
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ever possible.
It is recommended that the wheels of the vehicle be
chocked, and that no person should remain in a
vehicle that is being jacked.
No person should place any portion of their body
under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.
WARNING!
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 being hit when operating the jack or
changing the wheel.
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