tailgate JEEP WRANGLER 2004 TJ / 2.G User Guide

5. Open the tailgate, partially unzip the rear window on
each side, and unlock the rear window retainers.
NOTE:If zippers are difficult to operate due to road
dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a
small brush. Cleaning products are available through
Mopartdistributors.6. Pull the retainer bar straight out from the tailgate clips.
²Remove the rear window entirely. This is done by
unzipping the window bringing the right zipper tab
all the way to the end of the zipper track at the
bottom left corner. Stow the windows carefully to
avoid scratching, pull up on the window to disen-
gage zipper end.
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Putting Up The Soft Top
NOTE:
Be sure the wire harness is not attached to the
soft top bows before you lift the top.
1. Slide Sunrider sleeve towards header to cover Sun-
rider link (Unlimited Models Only).
2. Begin working from the rear of the vehicle, with the
tailgate open. Lift the plastic header (with latches) up and
over the sport bar. As the header reaches the top, locate
the 2 bow and push it up and over the sport bar.3. Move to the side of the vehicle and pull the side bow
forward and down. Be sure the check straps are not
tangled around the 2 bow. You will see the 3 bow rise
from the rear of the vehicle.
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9. Tuck the sail panel retainer into the bodyside retainer.
Begin working from the rear tailgate opening and work
to the corner.NOTE:This may be difficult to do the first time. If
difficulty is experienced with fabric tension, place your
hand on top of the 3 bow and push down to help tuck in
the sail panels.
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14. To assist in getting the zipper started, lay the bar on
the inside of the wheel wells and uninstall half of the
D-pillar retainer from U-rail to expose zipper ends.15. Tuck the retainer bar into the tailgate clip.
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16. Tuck in the solid plastic retainers on each side of the
tailgate under the tailgate clip.17. Tuck in drip rail retainers into the door frame slots.
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CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the
following precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being On in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily ªclearº by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The controls for the heating and ventilation system in this
vehicle consist of three rotary control knobs. These com-
fort controls can be set to obtain desired interior condi-
tions.
NOTE:For the HVAC to operate efficiently and reduce
the possibility of fog build up on the interior of the
windows, the air exhausters should be kept clear at all
times. The air exhausters are the slots located on the rear
tailgate.
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If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Genuine Parts for correct fluid type.
Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
U-joints (cardan joints) are sealed and do not require
lubrication. Prop shafts, yokes, ball joints and other
driveline and steering components may be provided with
grease fittings for lubrication. Lubrication of these com-
ponents at the intervals specified in the appropriate
ªMaintenance Scheduleº in Section 8 is very important,
particularly if your vehicle is subjected to off-road or
other heavy-duty use. See your authorized dealer for
complete service information.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, tailgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particularattention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild non-abrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade
rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as
engine oil, gasoline, etc.
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3. Always rinse thoroughly with cold water, then wipe
with a soft and slightly moist, clean cloth.
4. When removing frost, snow or ice,never use a scraper
or de-icing chemicals.Use warm water only if you must
clean the window quickly.
5. Debris (sand, mud/dirt, dust, or salt) from off-road
driving will have a major impact on zipper operation.
Even normal on-road driving and vehicle washing will
eventually impact window zipper operation. To maintain
ease of use of the window zippers, each window zipper
should be cleaned and lubricated regularly. Use Mopart
Soft Top Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant to ease zipper
operation. Before applying, make sure the zipper teeth
are clear of sand, mud, and other materials. Clean both
sides of the zipper, not just one side. Rinse both zipper
halves with fresh water and allow to dry. Aggressively
work the MopartSoft Top Zipper Cleaner and Lubricant
into the zipper teeth. If a stuck zipper slide is experi-
enced, work the MopartSoft Top Zipper Cleaner and
Lubricant into the zipper slide. Several applications may
be required before the zipper comes free.6. Never paste stickers, gummed labels or any tape to the
windows. Adhesives are hard to remove and may dam-
age the windows.
Special Care
²
If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
²It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels and tailgate must be kept
clear and open.
²If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
²If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., assure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
²If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
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