JEEP WRANGLER 2016 JK / 3.G Owners Manual

POWER INVERTER
• A 115 Volt, 150 Watt AC power in-verter is located on the front of the
center console.
• This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power de-
vices requiring power up to 150 Watts.
• The power inverter switch is located on the instrument panel below the cli-
mate controls. To turn on the power
outlet, push the switch once. The indi-
cator light will illuminate. Push 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 of 150 Watts is exceeded, the power
inverter will automatically shut down. Once the electrical device has been removed
from the outlet, the inverter should automatically reset. If the power rating exceeds
approximately 170 Watts, the power inverter may have to be reset manually. To reset
the inverter manually, unplug the device and plug it in again. To avoid overloading the
circuit, check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter.
WARNING!
To Avoid Serious Injury or Death DO NOT:
• insert any objects into the receptacles
• touch with wet hands
Close the lid when not in use. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
Power Inverter
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POWER OUTLETS
There are three possible 12 Volt Power Outlets in this vehicle.
• The front 12 Volt power outlet is located below the climate controls in the CenterConsole, and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. The
outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed
for use with a standard power outlet adapter.
• The center console 12 Volt power outlet is powered directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this outlet may discharge the
battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.
Power Outlet — Front
Power Outlet — Center Console
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• On vehicles equipped with a rear subwoofer, there is also a 12 Volt power outletlocated in the rear cargo area of the vehicle. This power outlet has power available
directly from the battery (power available at all times). Items plugged into this
outlet also may discharge the battery and/or prevent the engine from starting.
NOTE: •
Do not exceed the maximum power of160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If
the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is
exceeded the fuse protecting the sys-
tem will need to be replaced.
• Power outlets are designed for ac-
cessory plugs only. Do not insert any
other object in the power outlet as
this will damage the outlet and blow
the fuse. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not cov-
ered by your new vehicle warranty.
Power Outlet — Rear Cargo Area
Power Outlet Fuses
1 — #M7 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow – Power Outlet Rear (If Equipped)
2 — #M6 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow – Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel
3 — #M36 Fuse 20 Amp Yellow – Power Outlet Console Bin
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COMMAND-TRAC/ROCK-TRAC
The transfer case provides four mode
positions: 2H (Two-wheel drive high
range), 4H (Four-wheel drive high range),
N (Neutral), and 4L (Four-wheel drive low
range).
The transfer case is intended to be driven
in the 2H position for normal street and
highway conditions such as hard-
surfaced roads.
Shifting Between 2H And 4H
Shifting between 2H and 4H can be
made with the vehicle stopped or in mo-
tion. Shift the transfer case lever firmly to
4H at any speed up to 50 mph (80 km/h).
Shifting Between 4H And 4L (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting between 4H and 4L should be made with the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph
(3 to 5 km/h). Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL then shift the transfer
case lever firmly to 4L (do not pause with the transfer case in NEUTRAL). Once the
shift is completed, place the automatic transmission into DRIVE.
Shifting Between 4H And 4L (Manual Transmission)
Shifting between 4H and 4L should be made with the vehicle rolling at 2 to 3 mph
(3 to 5 km/h). Fully depress the clutch pedal and shift the transfer case lever firmly
to 4L (do not pause with the transfer case in NEUTRAL). Once the shift is completed,
release the clutch pedal.
NOTE:
To enhance off-road performance in 4L mode, manual transmission vehicles will start
regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal is depressed.
Transfer Case Lever
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AXLE LOCK (TRU-LOK) RUBICON ONLY
The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument panel (to the left of the steering
column).
This feature will only activate when the following conditions are met:
• Key in Run Position, vehicle in 4L (Low) range.
• Vehicle speed at 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Push the bottom of the AXLE LOCK switch once to lock the rear axle only and a
second time to lock the front axle (the rear and front axle lock indicator lights will
illuminate).
After the rear axle lock is engaged, pushing the bottom of the locker switch will cycle
the front axle lock on and off. To disengage any of the axle locks, push the top of the
axle lock switch.
The indicator light will flash until the axles are fully locked or unlocked.
ELECTRONIC SWAY BAR DISCONNECT – RUBICON
ONLY
Off-Road
This feature will only activate when the following conditions are met:
• Key in Run position, vehicle in 4L (Low) or 4H (High) range.
• Vehicle speed under 18 mph (29 km/h).
• Push the SWAY BAR switch, located on the instrument panel (to the left of thesteering column), once to disconnect the Sway Bar.
• The Sway Bar indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
On-Road
Push the SWAY BAR switch a second time to reconnect the Sway Bar.
The Sway Bar should remain in on-road mode during normal driving conditions.
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TRAILER TOWINGTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR (Gross Com-
bined Wt. Rating) Frontal AreaMax. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.(See Note)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Two–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 6,900 lbs
(3 130 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Two–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 8,400 lbs
(3 810 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 588 kg) 350 lbs
(1 598 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.21 Two–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 6,900 lbs
(3 130 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.73 Two–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 8,400 lbs
(3 810 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 588 kg) 350 lbs
(1 598 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Two–Door Sahara
Model (4WD) 7,000 lbs
(3 175 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Two–Door Sahara
Model (4WD) 8,500 lbs
(3 856 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 588 kg) 350 lbs
(1 598 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.21 Two–Door Sahara
Model (4WD) 7,000 lbs
(3 175 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) 8,500 lbs
(3 856 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 588 kg) 350 lbs
(1 598 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 Two–Door Rubi-
con Model (4WD) 8,600 lbs
(3 900 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 3,500
lbs
(1 588 kg) 350 lbs
(1 598 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.73 Two–Door Rubi-
con Model (4WD) 8,600 lbs
(3 900 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 588 kg) 350 lbs
(1 598 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 4.10 Two–Door Rubi-
con Model (4WD) 8,600 lbs
(3 900 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 588 kg) 350 lbs
(1 598 kg)
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Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR (Gross Com-
bined Wt. Rating) Frontal AreaMax. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.(See Note)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 7,400 lbs
(3 357 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Four–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 8,900 lbs
(4 037 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.21 Four–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 7,400 lbs
(3 357 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.73 Four–Door Sport
Model (4WD) 8,900 lbs
(4 037 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door Sahara
Model (4WD) 7,500 lbs
(3 402 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Four–Door Sahara
Model (4WD) 9,000 lbs
(4 082 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.21 Four–Door Sahara
Model (4WD) 7,500 lbs
(3 402 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Automatic 3.73 Four–Door Sahara
Model (4WD) 9,000 lbs
(4 082 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 Four–Door Rubi-
con Model (4WD) 9,200 lbs
(4 173 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
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Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR (Gross Com-
bined Wt. Rating) Frontal AreaMax. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.(See Note)
3.6L/Automatic 3.73 Four–Door Rubi-
con Model (4WD) 9,200 lbs
(4 173 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 Rubi-
con Model (4WD) 9,200 lbs
(4 173 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs (159 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE:
The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo (ie. the GVWR), and the GVWR
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety Information” in
“Starting And Operating” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the Ground Four-Wheel Drive Models
Flat Tow NONESee Instructions
• Automatic transmission in PARK
• Manual transmission in gear (NOT in
NEUTRAL [N])
• Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N)
• Tow in forward direction
Dolly Tow Front
NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOK
NOTE:
When recreational towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety
offices for additional details.
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Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
NOTE:
The transfer case must be shifted intoNEUTRAL (N),automatic transmission must be
shifted into PARK,and manual transmission must be placed in gear (NOT in
NEUTRAL) for recreational towing.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Towing with only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear) will cause severe transmission and/or transfer case
damage. Tow with all four wheels either ON the ground, or OFF the ground
(using a vehicle trailer).
• Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this vehicle backwards can cause
severe damage to the transfer case.
• Automatic transmissions must be placed in PARK for recreational towing.
• Manual transmissions must be placed in gear (not in Neutral) for recreational
towing.
• Before recreational towing, perform the procedure outlined under “Shifting
Into NEUTRAL (N)” to be certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL
(N). Otherwise, internal damage will result.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper
face bar will be damaged.
Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the
transfer case in the NEUTRAL (N) position without first fully engaging the parking
brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) position disengages both the front and rear
drive shaft from the powertrain, and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the
automatic transmission is in PARK (or manual transmission is in gear). The
parking brake should always be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.
CAUTION!
It is necessary to follow these steps to be certain that the transfer case is fully in
NEUTRAL (N) before recreational towing to prevent damage to internal parts.
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