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User Guide

2013 

Wrangler

Includes Wrangler Unlimited 

Summary of Contents for Jeep Wrangler 2013

Page 1: ...User Guide 2013 Wrangler Includes Wrangler Unlimited...

Page 2: ...ada or by contacting your dealer 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 pe...

Page 3: ...MING AUDIO 77 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC 77 PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES 78 POWER INVERTER 79 POWER OUTLETS 80 OFF ROAD CAPABILITIES COMMAND TRAC ROCK TRAC 81 AXLE LOCK TRU LOK RUBICON ONLY 8...

Page 4: ...n upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the important features of your vehicle It contains most t...

Page 5: ...ell while the vehicle is moving Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting c...

Page 6: ...Rollover Warning INTRODUCTION WELCOME 4...

Page 7: ...tart range If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves If your symptoms persist please see an au...

Page 8: ...DRIVER COCKPIT CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 6...

Page 9: ...ows G Audio System touch screen radio shown pg 34 H Climate Controls pg 25 I Power Outlet Cigar Lighter pg 80 J SWITCH PANEL Heated Seat Switches pg 20 Electronic Stability Control pg Electronic Stabi...

Page 10: ...Warning Light Electronic Throttle Control ETC Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Light Engine Temperature Warning Light Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE Brake Warning Light Malfunction Indicato...

Page 11: ...icator Sway Bar Indicator Electronic Stability Control ESC Off Indicator Cruise Indicator Odometer Messages ECO Fuel Saver Indicator LoW tirE Low Tire Pressure door Door Ajar HOTOIL Transmission Tempe...

Page 12: ...ers could be severely injured or killed Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the Key Fob inside the vehicle or in a location accessible...

Page 13: ...a collision Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt A shoulder belt placed behind you will not...

Page 14: ...g starting stays on or turns on while driving have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immedi ately Refer to the Owner s Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplement...

Page 15: ...rd seating positions have lower anchors and all three rear seating positions have top tether anchors Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only Child sea...

Page 16: ...atback and seat cushion surfaces 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 und...

Page 17: ...ed on the back of the seat 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 s...

Page 18: ...outboard side of the seat upward to raise the seat height Ratchet the lever downward to lower the seat height Recliner Lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and r...

Page 19: ...en movement of the seat could cause you to lose control The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be severely injured or killed Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked Do not r...

Page 20: ...ese areas are more likely to be severely injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in...

Page 21: ...ed Pull upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column u...

Page 22: ...level setting will turn Off automatically after approximately 30 minutes WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury me...

Page 23: ...e consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur For the recom mended viscosity and quality grades refer to Maintaining Your Vehicle NOTE A new engine may con...

Page 24: ...re on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting Flash To Pass Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams The high beams will remain on...

Page 25: ...sired Mist Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired NOTE The mist feature does not activate the washer pump therefore no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield The wash...

Page 26: ...is set pushing the RES button once or the SET button once will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph 1 6 km h Push and hold the RES button to accelerate in 5 mph 8 km h increments or...

Page 27: ...n the recirculation button off Recirculation is allowed in floor mode Recirculation is allowed in defrost floor mix modes for approximately five minutes Heated Mirrors The mirrors are heated to melt f...

Page 28: ...l exit AUTO mode and stay in A C The mode and blower will go to the previous user setting Air Recirculation Use recirculation for maximum A C operation For window defogging turn the air recirculation...

Page 29: ...SUNRIDER AND SOFT TOP OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 27...

Page 30: ...OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 28...

Page 31: ...OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 29...

Page 32: ...OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 30...

Page 33: ...HARD TOP AND FREEDOM TOP OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 31...

Page 34: ...OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 32...

Page 35: ...icle Remove the fasteners between the Soft Top pivot bracket and the attach bracket to the sport bar The soft top was installed at the factory for shipping purposes only NOTE The soft top and the hard...

Page 36: ...YOUR VEHICLE S SOUND SYSTEM ELECTRONICS 34...

Page 37: ...ELECTRONICS 35...

Page 38: ...button until the hours blink turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the hours Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minute...

Page 39: ...while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the CD in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Audio Jack Operation The Audio Jack allows a portab...

Page 40: ...radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or yo...

Page 41: ...knob to select the desired music type Adult Hits Country Jazz Oldies Rock etc Once a music type is chosen and the icon is displayed press either SEEK button and the radio will only search for stations...

Page 42: ...TUNE SCROLL control knob and the radio will begin playing the files contained in that folder Audio Jack Operation The Audio Jack allows a portable device such as an MP3 player or an iPod to be plugged...

Page 43: ...radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving Clock Setting Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink turn the TUNE...

Page 44: ...tton Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between items that are available in that particular mode Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries Push the AUDIO SELECT butto...

Page 45: ...er 1 6 to eject the desired disc Audio Jack Operation The Audio Jack allows a portable device such as an MP3 player or an iPod to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle s audio system using...

Page 46: ...s that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from drivi...

Page 47: ...or the sliders on the screen to adjust BASS MID and or TREBLE Display Settings Press the MENU hard key and touch the Display Settings soft key to ac cess the Display Settings menu Select the Daytime C...

Page 48: ...to bypass stations without stopping Store Radio Presets Select the radio band by touching either the AM FM or SAT soft key Find the station to store by either pressing the Seek Up or Seek Down soft ke...

Page 49: ...sc slot of the radio The radio pulls the disc in automatically and closes the flip screen The radio selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and starts playing the first track The dis...

Page 50: ...tures can be displayed on the right half of the radio screen Before using the HDD mode you will need to copy songs and pictures to the internal hard drive Songs and pictures can be added to the hard d...

Page 51: ...et an overview of the currently stored images then touch the Add soft key Touch the Disc or USB soft key then select the folders or pictures you wish to copy to the HDD Use the PAGE soft keys to page...

Page 52: ...e SEARCH BROWSE soft key to search by artist by album by song by genre from a folder or from Favorites Cleaning Your Touch Screen Radio Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals directly on the scr...

Page 53: ...s speaking use the ON OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level Please note the volume setting for Navigation Voice Prompt is different than the audio system NOTE For your own...

Page 54: ...ces Setting Your Home Location From the main Navigation menu touch Where To then touch Go Home You may enter your address directly use your current location as your home address or choose from recentl...

Page 55: ...end destination Via Point you must be navigating a route Touch the back arrow icon multiple times to return to the Main Navigation menu Touch Where To then search for the additional stop Then select...

Page 56: ...ndicate the strength of your satellite reception Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes When at least one of the bars is green your device has acquired satellite signals You may experience...

Page 57: ...r eyes from the road or your attention from driving Clock Setting Turn the radio on then touch the screen where the time is displayed Touch the USER CLOCK soft key To adjust the hours touch either the...

Page 58: ...and use either the arrow soft keys or the sliders on the screen to adjust BASS MID and or TREBLE Display Settings Press the MENU hard key and touch the Display Settings soft key to access the Display...

Page 59: ...nds Hold either Seek to bypass stations without stopping Store Radio Presets Select the radio band by touching either the AM FM or SAT soft key Find the station to store by either pressing the Seek Up...

Page 60: ...into the disc slot of the radio The radio pulls the disc in automatically and closes the flip screen The radio selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and starts playing the first tr...

Page 61: ...can be displayed on the right half of the radio screen Before using the HDD mode you will need to copy songs and pictures to the internal hard drive Songs and pictures can be added to the hard drive b...

Page 62: ...s shown in the lower left corner of the screen Copying Pictures To The HDD Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures in JPEG format Press the MENU hard key to access the Settings Men...

Page 63: ...tly used picture You can also delete pictures by touching the Delete soft key Playing Music From The HDD Press the RADIO MEDIA hard key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the scre...

Page 64: ...Navigation Map screen touch the Menu hard key and then touch the Guidance Prompts soft key 2 Select and adjust the navigation guidance prompt volume using the left and right arrows 3 Touch the SAMPLE...

Page 65: ...the corresponding soft key to make the correction Once the Country and State are set and the Street Address screen is displayed begin spelling the street name in the speller In the upper right corner...

Page 66: ...rocedure will allow you to change your Home Address if one has already been entered Press the MENU hard key touch My Files and then touch My Address Book Touch Home then touch Edit Contacts and then C...

Page 67: ...ce Menu the following information is displayed In the left half of the screen the current position and the current routing method are displayed Take Detour will allow you to calculate a different rout...

Page 68: ...ile in SiriusXM Satellite Radio Mode then touch the Channel Lock to enable and or disable desired channels The SEEK and SCAN function will then only display channels without Channel lock Search Browse...

Page 69: ...nels NOTE Refer to your Media Center 730N or Me dia Center 430 430N User s Manual for more information Display SAT Favorites List Touch the Search Browse soft key and select Favorites from the SAT Bro...

Page 70: ...play position and the live broadcast Replay Option Option Description Play Pause Touch to Pause content playback Touch Pause Play again to resume playback Rewind RW Rewinds the channel content in ste...

Page 71: ...your fingertips To access Travel Link press the MENU hard key then the Travel Link soft key 1 Favorites View and store your favorite location theater and sport teams for quick access 2 Forecast View...

Page 72: ...d within the center console allows you to plug an iPod into the vehicle s sound system NOTE If equipped with the Media Center 730N RHR the USB port on the faceplate allows the same functions as the re...

Page 73: ...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 hands free in vehicle communica t...

Page 74: ...he BEEP say device pairing After the BEEP say pair a device Follow the audible prompts You will be asked to say a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN which you will later need to enter into...

Page 75: ...and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect Phone Depending on the maximum number of entries downloaded there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used Until...

Page 76: ...use All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others to be severely injured or killed In an emergency to use Uconnect Phone your mobi...

Page 77: ...B mode Bluetooth Streaming to switch to the Bluetooth Streaming mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder System Setup to switch to system setup Radio Mode Frequency to change the frequency Next Statio...

Page 78: ...s Repeat to repeat a memo Next to play the next memo Previous to play the previous memo Delete to delete a memo Delete All to delete all memos SMS Text Messaging If equipped with Uconnect Voice Comman...

Page 79: ...T or Audio Streaming is displayed on the radio screen Touch Screen Radios Press the RADIO MEDIA or MEDIA hard key and then touch the AUX soft key tab ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The EVI...

Page 80: ...FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays then press the DO...

Page 81: ...nce The indicator light will illuminate Press the switch a second time to turn the power inverter outlet off NOTE The power inverter is designed with built in overload protection If the power rating o...

Page 82: ...es equipped with a rear subwoofer there is a power outlet located in the right rear cargo area NOTE Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating...

Page 83: ...ith the transfer case in NEUTRAL Once the shift is completed place the automatic transmission into DRIVE or release the clutch pedal on a manual transmission NOTE To enhance off road performance in 4L...

Page 84: ...o the left of the steering column once to disconnect the Sway Bar The Sway Bar indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster On Road Press the SWAY BAR switch a second time to reconnect th...

Page 85: ...430 lbs 2 916 kg 25 sq ft 2 32 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 6L Automatic 3 73 Two Door Sahara Model 4WD 6 454 lbs 2 927 kg 25 sq ft 2 32 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg 3 6L Manual 4 10...

Page 86: ...1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 6L Manual 4 10 Four Door Rubicon Model 4WD 8 406 lbs 3 813 kg 32 sq ft 2 97 sq m 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 3 6L Automatic 4 10 Four Door Rubicon Model 4WD 8 431 lbs...

Page 87: ...r Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Four Wheel Drive Models Flat Tow NONE See Instructions Manual transmission in gear NOT in NEUTRAL N Transfer case in NEUTRAL N Tow in forward direction...

Page 88: ...ansmissions for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement 9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 with automatic transmission in DRIVE or manual transmis sion in first gear 10 Turn OFF the engine 11 Fi...

Page 89: ...EUTRAL N ensure that the engine is OFF prior to shifting the transmission into PARK Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used Internal damage to the transmis sion or transfer case will occur if a f...

Page 90: ...tion without first fully engaging the parking brake The transfer case N Neutral position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move even if t...

Page 91: ...he accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions The light also flashes when TCS is active To improve the vehicle s tra...

Page 92: ...ed TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always che...

Page 93: ...ly 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 check...

Page 94: ...s 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 com...

Page 95: ...run the engine at idle or faster with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the message turns off CAUTION Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature HOTOIL Warning message illuminated will event...

Page 96: ...s can be badly burned by hot engine coolant antifreeze or steam from your radiator If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool Neve...

Page 97: ...the jacking posi tion For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the ve hicle when the vehicle is being jacked Jacking Instructions 1...

Page 98: ...and install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end toward the wheel Lightly tighten the lug nuts clockwise 8 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left and remove the jack 9 Finish tighten...

Page 99: ...ghten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice The correct tightness of each lug nut is 95 ft lbs 130 N m If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a...

Page 100: ...lock the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK a manual transmission in REVERSE Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle w...

Page 101: ...electrical accessories If using another vehicle to jump start the battery park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF Jump Starting Procedur...

Page 102: ...ould have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts...

Page 103: ...d personal injury could result Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the dischar...

Page 104: ...NDL bezel next to the shift lever Firmly set the parking brake Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position without starting the engine Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal Using...

Page 105: ...g and failure Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking motion cycles This will minimize overheat ing and reduce the risk of transmissio...

Page 106: ...r and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by yo...

Page 107: ...efore pushing the safety latch Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood To close the hood remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip then lower the hood slowly Secure both of th...

Page 108: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3 6L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 106...

Page 109: ...Filter 3 6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR brand Engine Oil Filters Spark Plug 3 6L Engine RER8ZWYCB4 Gap 0 043 in 1 1 mm Automatic Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR ATF 4 Auto matic Transmi...

Page 110: ...you use MOPAR Power Steering Fluid 4 MOPAR or ATF 4 Automatic Trans mission Fluid Fuel Selection 2 Door 87 Octane 18 6 Gallons 70 Liters Approximate Fuel Selection 4 Door 87 Octane 22 5 Gallons 85 Li...

Page 111: ...cle Information Center EVIC equipped vehicles Oil Change Required will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound indicating that an oil change is necessary On Non EVIC equipped vehicles C...

Page 112: ...intervals At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System Change oil and filter Rotate the tires Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear even if it occurs before the oil in...

Page 113: ...160 000 176 000 192 000 208 000 224 000 240 000 Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints X X X X X X X Inspect front suspension tie rod ends and replace if necessary X X X X X X X Inspect the fro...

Page 114: ...ervice off road des ert operation or more than 50 of your driving is at sustained high speeds dur ing hot weather above 90 F 32 C X Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter s X Change the ma...

Page 115: ...fleet off road or frequent trailer towing X X X The spark plug change interval is mileage based only yearly intervals do not apply WARNING You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicl...

Page 116: ...5 Years 60 000 Miles 96 000 km or 6 Years 70 000 Miles 112 000 km or 7 Years 80 000 Miles 128 000 km or 8 Years 90 000 Miles 144 000 km or 9 Years 100 000 Miles 160 000 km or 10 Years 110 000 Miles 17...

Page 117: ...FUSES Integrated Power Module fuses MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 115...

Page 118: ...Rear Blower Motor Radiator Fan J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw IOD Main J14 40 Amp Green EBL Rear Window Defogger J15 40 Amp Green Front Blower J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid J18 20 Amp Blue P...

Page 119: ...Compart ment Node CCN Transfer Case Switch T CASE SW RUN ST Multi Function Control Switch MULTIFTCN SW Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Glow Plug Module GLW PLG MOD Export Diesel Only M16 10 Amp Red Occupan...

Page 120: ...ontroller NGC Global Powertrain Engine Controller GPEC M34 10 Amp Red Park Assist PRK ASST Heater Venti lation Air Conditioning Module HVAC MOD Headlamp Wash HDLP WASH Compass COMPAS M35 10 Amp Red He...

Page 121: ...r vehicle The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the Tire and Loading Information label located on the driver s side door opening 2 Door Tire Placard Location 4 Door Tire Placard...

Page 122: ...CARE All wheels and wheel trim especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dus...

Page 123: ...ine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components con tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition...

Page 124: ...come involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153...

Page 125: ...il Lamp Guards Door Handle Covers Door Hinge Covers Off Road Off Road Bumpers Rock Rails Skid Plates Winches Lift Kits Off Road Lights Exhaust Exterior Black Tubular Side Steps Black Tubular Bumpers R...

Page 126: ...Center EVIC 77 78 Emergency In Case of Jacking 94 Overheating 93 Engine Break In Recommendations 21 Compartment 106 Fuel Requirements 107 Oil 107 Oil Selection 107 Overheating 93 Event Data Recorder 1...

Page 127: ...e Starting System 10 Replacement Bulbs 120 Reporting Safety Defects 122 Schedule Maintenance 109 Seat Belts 11 Seats 16 Adjustment 16 Easy Entry 16 Heated 20 Rear Folding 17 Shifting Transfer Case Shi...

Page 128: ...Washer Rear 23 Washers Windshield 23 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care 120 Windshield Washers 23 Windshield Wipers 23 Wiper Rear 23 INDEX 126...

Page 129: ...43 Media Center 130 Sales Code RES RSC pg 43 Media Center 230 Sales Code REQ pg 43 Media Center 430 430N Sales Code RBZ RHB pg 47 Media Center 730N Sales Code RHR pg 58 How do I set the clock on my r...

Page 130: ...AT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking pg 89 How do I change a flat tire pg 94 How do I Jump Start my vehicle pg 99 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Where is my Fuse Block l...

Page 131: ...inking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for commo...

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