JEEP WRANGLER 2016 JK / 3.G Owners Manual

5. Unlatch the header panel latch located at the top of thewindshield.
6. Remove the left-hand panel.
To remove the right panel, follow the steps above
except for Step 3.Freedom Top Storage Bag
Vehicles equipped with a Freedom Top Modular Hard
Top, come with a Freedom Top storage bag that allows
you to store your Freedom Top panels. The storage bag
contains two compartments and fits behind the rear seat.
Lay the Freedom bag down so the loops and hooks are
facing downward. Unzip the bag and fold back the outer
flap. Release the Velcro on the black panel divider and
fold it back.
NOTE: Ensure the front Freedom Top panel latch is
closed prior to inserting the panel into the Freedom bag.
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Insert the right side Freedom panel into the bag with the
latches facing downward.Unfold the black panel divider (ensure the divider is
laying flat). Secure the Velcro, located at the center of the
divider.
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Insert the left-side Freedom panel into the bag with the
latches facing upward.
NOTE:Ensure the front Freedom panel latch is closed
prior to inserting the panel into the bag. Unfold the outer flap and zip the Freedom bag closed.
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Install the seat attachment strap (at the top of the bag)
through the loops.Lift the Freedom bag into the vehicle with the hooks and
straps facing the back of the rear seat. Attach the clips at
the bottom of the bag to the child restraint anchorages,
located at the base of the rear seat.
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Wrap the upper strap around the rear head restraints and
loop the strap through the buckle. Pull on the strap to
tighten the Freedom bag securely against the rear seat.Front Panel(s) Installation
NOTE:Set the panels on the windshield frame so that
there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the panels are
sitting flush with the body.
1. Install the right panel first, then the left panel.
2. Reinstall the panel(s) using the same steps for removal in reverse order.
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Front Panel(s) Installation With Rear Hard Top
Removed
1. Turn the left and right panels over and move thespacer block (located on the rear of the panel) upward
90 degrees. NOTE:
The front panel(s) must be positioned properly
to ensure sealing. Set the panels on the windshield frame
so that there is no overhang. Also, make sure that the
panels are sitting flush with the body.
2. Install the right panel first, then the left panel.
3. Reinstall the panel(s) using the same steps for removal in reverse order.
Rear Hard Top Removal
1. Remove both front panels. Refer to “Front Panel(s)Removal” in this section.
2. Open both doors.
3. Remove the two Torx head screws that secure the hard top at the B-pillar (near the top of the door) using a #40
Torx head driver (Four–Door Only).
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4. Remove the six Torx head screws that secure the hardtop to the vehicle (along the interior bodyside) using a
#40 Torx head driver.
5. Open the swing gate all the way to ensure clearance of the rear window glass. Lift the rear window glass. 6. Locate the wire harness on the left rear inside corner of
the vehicle.
Wire Harness Connector
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7. Release the red locking tab by pulling outward to theright. 8. To remove the wiring harness push the tab and pull
downward to disconnect.
Red Locking TabPush Tab To Disconnect
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9. To remove the washer hose, pinch the grips on hoseconnector and pull downward.
10. Close the swing gate.
11. Remove the hard top from the vehicle. Place the hard top on a soft surface to prevent damage. NOTE:
The removal of the Freedom Top requires four
adults located on each corner. Failure to follow this
caution could damage the Freedom Top.
Rear Hard Top Installation
NOTE: If the door frames are installed from soft top
usage, they must be removed prior to installation of the
hard top.
1. Inspect the hard top seals for damage and replace if necessary.
2. Install the hard top using the same steps for removal in reverse order.
Make sure that the hard top is sitting flush with the body
at the sides and check to ensure that there is a uniform
gap between the lift glass and hard top.
Pinch Grip On Hose
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NOTE:•The Torx fasteners that attach the hard top to the
body should be torqued to 88 in lb +/- 22 in lb (10
N·m +/- 2.5 N·m).
• It is not necessary to pinch connection when rein-
stalling washer hose. Push on until click is heard.
DOOR FRAME
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew:
• Opening a door or lowering a window while the
top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s
interior.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Careless handling and storage of the removable
door frame(s) may damage the seals, causing water
to leak into the vehicle’s interior.
• The door frame(s) must be positioned properly to
ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause
water to leak into the vehicle’s interior.
WARNING!
• Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the
door frame(s) removed as you will lose the protec-
tion that they can provide. This procedure is fur-
nished for use during off-road operation only.
• Do not drive your vehicle on public roads with the
doors removed as you will lose the protection that
they can provide. This procedure is furnished for
use during off-road operation only.
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