trunk JEEP WRANGLER 2004 TJ / 2.G Owners Manual

Many, but not all restraint systems will be equipped with
separate straps on each side, with each having a hook or
connector for attachment to the lower anchorage and a
means of adjusting the tension in the strap. Forward-
facing toddler restraints and some rear-facing infant
restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap, a
hook for attachment to the tether strap anchorage and a
means of adjusting the tension of the strap.
You will first loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and
on the tether strap so that you can more easily attach the
hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. Next
attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the
anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material.
Then lift the tether anchorage cover directly behind the
seat where you are placing the child restraint and attach
the tether strap to the anchorage, being careful to route
the tether strap to provide the most direct path between
the anchor and the child restraint. If the Add-A-TrunkŸ
option is present in the vehicle, the lid should be opened
and positioned against the back of the rear seat prior to
attaching and adjusting the strap. Finally, tighten all three
straps as you push the child restraint rearward anddownward into the seat, removing slack in the straps
according to the child restraint manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
WARNING!
Improper installation of a child restraint to the
LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or
child restraint. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer's directions exactly
when installing an infant or child restraint.
Installing Child Restraints Using the Vehicle Seat
Belt
The passenger seat belts are equipped with cinching latch
plates, which are designed to keep the lap portion tight
around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use
a locking clip. Pull up on the shoulder portion of the
lap/shoulder belt to tighten the belt. The cinching latch
plate will keep the belt tight, however, any seat belt
system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasion-
ally and pull it tight if necessary.
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In the rear seat, you may have trouble tightening the
lap/shoulder belt on the child restraint because the
buckle or latch plate is too close to the belt path opening
on the restraint. Disconnect the latch plate from the
buckle and twist the short buckle-end belt several times
to shorten it. Insert the latch plate into the buckle with the
release button facing out.
If the belt still cannot be tightened, or if by pulling and
pushing on the restraint loosens the belt, you may need
to do something more. Disconnect the latch plate from
the buckle, turn the buckle around, and insert the latch
plate into the buckle again. If you still can't make the
child restraint secure, try a different seating position.To attach a child restraint tether strap:
Route the tether strap over the front passenger seat back
and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the
back of the seat. For the rear outboard seating positions,
route the tether over the rear seat and attach to the rear
floor tether anchors. If the Add-A-TrunkŸ option is
present in the vehicle, the lid should be opened and
positioned against the back of the rear seat prior to
attaching and adjusting the strap.
Front Seat Tether
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NDaytime Running Lights Ð Canada Only.....58
mWindshield Wipers And Washers...........58
NIntermittent Wiper System................58
NWindshield Wiper Operation..............59
NWindshield Washers....................59
NMist Feature..........................59
mTilt Steering Column.....................60
mElectronic Speed Control..................60
NTo Activate...........................61
NTo Set At A Desired Speed................61
NTo Deactivate.........................61
NTo Resume Speed......................61
NTo Vary The Speed Setting................61
NTo Accelerate For Passing................62
mCigar Lighter And Ashtrays Ð If Equipped....62
mElectrical Power Outlet...................63
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off........63
mCup Holders..........................64
mStorage...............................65
NGlove Compartment....................65
NConsole Storage Compartment Ð
If Equipped..........................65
NAdd-A-TrunkŸ Ð If Equipped............65
mDual Top Ð If Equipped..................66
NRemoving The Soft Top..................66
NInstalling The Soft Top..................68
mHard Top.............................78
NHard Top Removal.....................79
NHard Top Installation...................82
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STORAGE
Glove Compartment
To unlock the glove compartment, insert the key and
turn. To open, pull the latch up.
Console Storage Compartment Ð If Equipped
To unlock, insert key and turn. To open, press the latch
button.
Add-A-TrunkŸ Ð If Equipped
The factory-installed Add-A-TrunkŸ option provides a
secured compartment for parcels or equipment when the
tailgate is closed and locked. To gain access to this
compartment, simply open the tailgate and release the
spring loaded latch pins. The cover of the Add-A-
TrunkŸ can then be raised.
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When the Add-A-TrunkŸ is not desired, it can be easily
removed from the rear compartment. Remove the four
knobs that secure the ªtrunkº to the body. Lift the
Add-A-TrunkŸ out and place the knobs in the molded-in
storage area. Storage space is also provided for the wheel
lock, and lock key tool.
Do not leave the Add-A-TrunkŸ loose in your vehicle.
Remove it and store it in a safe place.
DUAL TOP Ð IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with a Dual Top,you must
remove one of the tops from the vehicle.The soft top
was installed at the factory for shipping purposes only.
The soft top and the hard top are to be used indepen-
dently.Removal is mandatory to prevent any possible
wear and tear on the soft top, should both tops remain on
the vehicle at the same time. Failure to do so may void
your soft top warranty.
Removing The Soft Top
1. Locate and remove the 2 boxes that contain the
following items:
²right and left door frames
²door frame attachment knobs (4)
²right and left quarter windows
²rear tailgate window
2. Remove the hard top. Refer to ªHard Top Removalº in
this section.
3. Remove the soft top bow assembly pivot bracket
screws (2 per side) using a #30 Torxthead driver.
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WARNING!
Only remove the carpet for cleaning purposes. It
provides insulation against high floor pan tempera-
tures. You or your passengers could be burned if the
carpet is not properly in place. Always put the carpet
back into the vehicle before driving.
Follow These Steps To Remove The Carpet:
1. Unsnap the front and rear floor carpets. A snap is
located on the outboard side of each front seat.
2. Remove the attachment cap from the front footwell
area on both the driver and passenger side. The cap is
removed by pulling it straight out.
3. Remove the front and rear floor carpets.
4. Remove the cargo floor and wheelhouse carpets.
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with an Add-A-
TrunkŸ it must be removed to be able to remove the cargo
floor and wheelhouse carpets. For Add-A-TrunkŸ removal
procedure, refer to ªStorageº in Section 3 of this manual.
Follow These Steps To Replace The Carpet:
1. Place the front floor carpets in the vehicle.
2. Attach the carpet to the studs in the footwell and press
on the attachment caps to secure the carpet.
3. Place rear floor carpet in vehicle and snap rear carpet
to front floor carpet.
4. Install wheelhouse carpet followed by the cargo floor
carpet.
5. Reinstall Add-A-TrunkŸ if so equipped.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage will also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or
lukewarm water. Do not remove the belts from the
vehicle to wash them.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
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About Your Brakes...................... 177
Add-A-Trunk........................... 65
Adding Washer Fluid.................... 155
Air Cleaner, Engine..................... 234
Air Conditioner Maintenance.............. 235
Air Conditioning....................... 151
Air Conditioning Controls................ 152
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips........... 154
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............. 236
Air Filter............................. 234
Air Pressure, Tires...................... 192
Airbag................................ 22
Airbag Deployment...................... 27
Airbag Light........................29,118
Airbag Maintenance...................... 29
Airbag On/Off Switch.................... 26
Alignment and Balance.................. 195
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............ 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio.................. 147
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 258
Anti-Lock Brake System.................. 179
Anti-Lock Warning Light................. 119
Appearance Care....................... 248Ashtray............................... 62
Ashtrays and Lighter..................... 62
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 46
Automatic Transmission...............165,245
Adding Fluid........................ 246
Fluid and Filter Changes................ 245
Fluid Level Check..................... 245
Fluid Type.......................... 245
Gear Ranges......................... 166
Shifting............................ 165
Special Additives..................... 246
Torque Converter..................... 170
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet................. 63
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 63
Battery............................... 234
Emergency Starting.................... 216
Voltmeter........................... 116
Belts, Drive........................... 231
Belts, Seat............................. 17
Body Mechanism Lubrication.............. 237
Brake System.......................... 243
Anti-Lock........................... 179
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