maintenance JEEP WRANGLER 2006 Owner's Manual

Failure to perform the required maintenance items
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2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE.............................11
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................49
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................143
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................179
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................251
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................263
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................317
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................339
10INDEX....................................................................347
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Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
CAUTION!
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv-
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin-
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.

Fuel Filter
A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the
speed at which a vehicle can be driven. Should an
excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank,
frequent replacement of the fuel filter which is mounted
in the fuel tank may be necessary.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Under normal driving conditions, replace the air filter at
the intervals shown on “Maintenance Schedule A.” If,
however, you drive the vehicle frequently under dusty or
severe conditions, the filter element should be inspected
periodically and replaced if necessary at the intervals
shown on “Maintenance Schedule B.”
WARNING!
The air cleaner can provide protection in the case of
engine backfire. Do not remove the air cleaner
unless it is necessary for repair or maintenance.
Make sure that no one is near the engine compart-
ment before starting the vehicle with the air cleaner
removed. Failure to do so can result in serious
personal injury.

Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.WARNING!

2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE.............................11
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................49
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................143
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................179
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................251
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................263
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................317
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................339
10INDEX....................................................................347
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Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
8
M A I
N T
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N A
N C E
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C
H E
D
U L
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2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE.............................11
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................49
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................143
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................179
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................251
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................263
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................317
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................339
10INDEX....................................................................347
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