check transmission fluid JEEP WRANGLER 2023 Owners Manual

120GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light indicates the ESC is off.
Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN or
ACC/ON/RUN, the ESC system will be on, even
if it was turned off previously.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light —
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the fuel
filler cap is loose. Properly close the filler cap to
disengage the light. If the light does not turn
off, please see an authorized dealer.
Low Fuel Warning Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0
gal (7.5 L), this light will turn on and a chime will
sound. The light will remain on until fuel is
added.
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light —
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the
windshield washer fluid is low Úpage 314.
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator
Warning Light (MIL)
The MIL is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic
System called OBD II that monitors engine and
automatic transmission control systems. This
warning light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb
does not come on when turning the ignition switch from
OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the light after engine
start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving styles. In most situations,
the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert
serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of
power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle
should be serviced by an authorized dealer as soon as
possible if this occurs.
AdBlue® (UREA) Injection System Failure
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate along with a
dedicated message on the display (if equipped)
if an unknown fluid not conforming with
acceptable characteristics is inserted, or if an
average consumption of AdBlue® (UREA) over 50% is
detected. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
If the problem is not solved, a specific message will appear
on the instrument cluster display whenever a certain
threshold is reached until it will no longer be possible to
start the engine.
When about 125 miles (200 km) are remaining before the
AdBlue® (UREA) tank is empty, a continuous dedicated
message will appear on the instrument panel,
accompanied by a chime.
Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to signal a fault
with the 4WD system. If the light stays on or
comes on during driving, it means that the 4WD
system is not functioning properly and that
service is required. We recommend you drive to the
nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced
immediately.
Service Adaptive Cruise Control Warning
Light — If Equipped
This light will turn on when a ACC is not
operating and needs service Úpage 152.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as previously
referenced, can reach higher temperatures than in
normal operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you
drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as
dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in
death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or
others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) on could cause damage to the vehicle control
system. It also could affect fuel economy and
driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.

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182STARTING AND OPERATING
DRIVING ACROSS AN INCLINE
If at all possible, avoid driving across an incline. If it is
necessary, know your vehicle's abilities. Driving across an
incline places more weight on the downhill wheels, which
increases the possibilities of a downhill slide or rollover.
Make sure the surface has good traction with firm and
stable soils. If possible, transverse the incline at an angle
heading slightly up or down.
IF YOU STALL OR BEGIN TO LOSE HEADWAY
If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a steep
hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and immediately
apply the brake. Restart the engine and shift into
REVERSE. Back slowly down the hill allowing engine
braking to control the descent and apply your brakes, if
necessary, but do not allow the tires to lock.
Driving Through Water
Extreme care should be taken crossing any type of water.
Water crossings should be avoided, if possible, and only
be attempted when necessary in a safe, responsible
manner. Only drive through areas which are designated
and approved. Tread lightly and avoid damage to the
environment. Know your vehicle's abilities and be able to
recover it if something goes wrong. Never stop or shut a
vehicle off when crossing deep water unless you ingested
water into the engine air intake. If the engine stalls, do not
attempt to restart it. Determine if it has ingested water
first. The key to any crossing is low and slow. Shift into
FIRST gear (manual transmission), or DRIVE (automatic
transmission), with the transfer case in the 4L position
and proceed very slowly with a constant slow speed of {3
to 5 mph (5 to 8 km/h) maximum} and light throttle. Keep
the vehicle moving; do not try to accelerate through the
crossing. After crossing any water higher than the bottom
of the axle differentials, inspect all of the vehicle fluids for
signs of water ingestion.
BEFORE YOU CROSS ANY TYPE OF WATER
As you approach any type of water, you need to determine
if you can cross it safely and responsibly. If necessary, get
out and walk through the water or probe it with a stick. You
need to be sure of its depth, approach angle, current and
bottom condition. Be careful of murky or muddy waters;
check for hidden obstacles. Make sure you will not be
intruding on any wildlife, and you can recover the vehicle
if necessary. The key to a safe crossing is the water depth,
current and bottom conditions. On soft bottoms, the
vehicle will sink in, effectively increasing the water level on
the vehicle. Be sure to consider this when determining the
depth and the ability to safely cross.
CROSSING PUDDLES, POOLS, FLOODED
AREAS OR OTHER STANDING WATER
Puddles, pools, flooded or other standing water areas
normally contain murky or muddy waters. These water
types normally contain hidden obstacles and make it
difficult to determine an accurate water depth, approach
angle, and bottom condition. Murky or muddy water holes
are where you want to hook up tow straps prior to entering.
This makes for a faster, cleaner and easier vehicle
recovery. If you are able to determine you can safely cross,
than proceed using the low and slow method.
WARNING!
Driving across an incline increases the risk of a rollover,
which may result in severe injury.
WARNING!
If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot make
it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never attempt to
turn around. To do so may result in tipping and rolling
the vehicle, which may result in severe injury. Always
back carefully straight down a hill in REVERSE. Never
back down a hill in NEUTRAL using only the vehicle
brakes. Never drive diagonally across a hill, always drive
straight up or down.
CAUTION!
Water ingestion into the axles, transmission, transfer
case, engine or vehicle interior can occur if you drive
too fast or through too deep of water. Water can
cause permanent damage to engine, driveline or
other vehicle components, and your brakes will be
less effective once wet and/or muddy.
 When driving through water, do not exceed 5 mph
(8 km/h). Always check water depth before entering
as a precaution, and check all fluids afterward.
Driving through water may cause damage that may
not be covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
Muddy waters can reduce the cooling system
effectiveness by depositing debris onto the radiator.

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332SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
FRONT/REAR AXLE FLUID
For normal service, periodic fluid level checks are not
required. When the vehicle is serviced for other reasons
the exterior surfaces of the axle assembly should be
inspected. If gear oil leakage is suspected inspect the fluid
level.
Fluid Level Check
Lubricant should be approximately 1/8 inch (3 mm) below
the bottom edge of the oil fill hole.
NOTE:Make sure that the vehicle is level and supported by the
axles.
Adding Fluid
Add lubricant only at the fill hole and only to the level
specified above.
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only manufacturer recommended fluid Úpage 376.
TRANSFER CASE
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level should be to the bottom edge of the fill hole
when the vehicle is in a level position.

Transfer Case

Drain And Refill
For the proper maintenance intervals Úpage 307.
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer recommended fluid Úpage 376.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid
level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a
point not more than 3/16 of an inch (4.76 mm) below the
bottom of the hole.
Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Frequency Of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of
the vehicle. If the fluid becomes contaminated with water,
it should be changed immediately. Otherwise, change the
fluid as recommended in the Maintenance Plan. Refer to
the Maintenance Plan for the proper maintenance
intervals
Úpage 307.
Selection Of Lubricant
Use only the manufacturer recommended manual
transmission fluid Úpage 376.

To avoid contamination from foreign matter or mois -
ture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in an open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause
it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged
braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
 Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the
brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also damage
painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be taken to
avoid its contact with these surfaces.
 Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
WARNING!
1 — Fill hole
2 — Drain hole

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE333
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
I
F EQUIPPED
Special Additives
It is strongly recommended against using any special
additives in the transmission. Automatic Transmission
Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its performance
may be impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore, do
not add any fluid additives to the transmission. Avoid
using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect
seals.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not require
adjustment under normal operating conditions. Routine
fluid level checks are not required; therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. An authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission
malfunction, visit an authorized dealer immediately to
have the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the
vehicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the life
of the vehicle.
Routine fluid and filter changes are not required. However,
change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission is
disassembled for any reason.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer specified transmission fluid
Úpage 376. It is important to maintain the transmission
fluid at the correct level using the recommended fluid.
NOTE:No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission;
only the approved lubricant should be used.
FUSES
General Information
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the
chemicals can damage your transmission components.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an authorized
dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage may
occur. An authorized dealer has the proper tools to
adjust the fluid level accurately.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufacturer
recommended fluid may cause deterioration in
transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder
Úpage 376.
WARNING!
 When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro -
priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as
the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another
fuse of higher amp rating. The use of a fuse with a
rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous
electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse
continues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit
that must be corrected. Never replace a blown fuse
with metal wires or any other material. Failure to use
proper fuses may result in serious personal injury,
fire and/or property damage.
 Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition
is off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
 If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho -
rized dealer.
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INDEX
AAbout Your Brakes ....................................................... 368
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) ................................................... 151
, 152
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............................ 329
Adding Fuel.......................................................... 165
, 166
Additives, Fuel .............................................................. 369
Advance Phone Connectivity ....................................... 220
Air Bag Air Bag Operation.................................................... 269
Air Bag Warning Light .................................... 267
, 269
Enhanced Accident Response ...................... 276, 305
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................................... 305 Front Air Bag .................................................. 268
, 269
If Deployment Occurs ............................................. 275
Knee Impact Bolsters ............................................. 274
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .......................... 277
Maintenance ........................................................... 277
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ......................... 267
Transporting Pets.................................................... 288
Air Bag Light ...............................................117
, 267, 289
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ........... 319
Air Conditioner Maintenance ...................................... 324
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................................. 324
, 325
Air Conditioner System ................................................ 324
Air Conditioning Filter ........................................... 59
, 325
Air Conditioning System..................................................59 Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..................................... 59Air Filter......................................................................... 319
Air Pressure Tires ......................................................................... 352 Alarm
Arm The System......................................................... 20
Disarm The System ................................................... 20
Security Alarm...................................................19
, 119
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle.......................................................................... 8
Android Auto........................................................ 222
, 223
Android Auto™
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....................................................... 222
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............................... 329, 373
Disposal ...................................................................330
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 244
Anti-Lock Warning Light................................................ 119
Apple CarPlay ...................................................... 222
, 225
Apple CarPlay®
S
...................................................... 224
Assist, Hill Start ............................................................. 249
Audio Settings ............................................................... 208
Audio Systems (Radio) ................................................. 184
Auto Down Power Windows............................................ 66
Automatic Dimming Mirror ............................................. 45 Automatic Door Locks .................................................... 23Automatic Headlights ..................................................... 51Automatic High Beams ................................................... 51
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) .......................... 59
Automatic Transmission ............................................... 138 Adding Fluid ............................................................. 333
Fluid And Filter Change ...........................................333
Fluid Change ............................................................333Fluid Level Check ....................................................333Fluid Type ....................................................... 333
, 376
Gear Ranges ............................................................138 Special Additives ..................................................... 333 Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode ............... 139
AutoPark ....................................................................... 127
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...................... 62
Auxiliary Power Outlet .................................................... 62
Auxiliary Switches ........................................................... 64
Axle Fluid....................................................................... 376
Axle Lock ....................................................................... 144
BBattery..................................................................117, 317
Charging System Light ............................................ 117
Keyless Key Fob Replacement................................. 14
Belts, Seat..................................................................... 288
Blind Spot Monitoring .................................................. 252
Bluetooth Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone OrAudio Device After Pairing ................................. 216
Body Mechanism Lubrication ...................................... 326
B-Pillar Location ........................................................... 349
Brake Assist System..................................................... 245
Brake Control System .................................................. 245
Brake Fluid...........................................................331
, 376
Brake System ......................................................331, 368
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................................................ 368 Fluid Check .............................................................. 331Master Cylinder ....................................................... 331Parking..................................................................... 133Warning Light .......................................................... 117
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................................... 138

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Door Locks
Automatic ...................................................................23
Door Off Mirror Kit...........................................................29
Door Off Mirror Kit — If Equipped

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............................ 29
Doors................................................................................ 20 Removal .............................................................. 24
, 27
Removal, Front...........................................................24
Removal, Rear ...........................................................27
Drag & Drop.................................................................. 200
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter ......................... 321
Driver Memory Presets ................................................ 207
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ............................................. 37
, 38
Driving ........................................................................... 178
EElectric Brake Control System..................................... 245 Anti-Lock Brake System ......................................... 244
Electronic Roll Mitigation .............................. 245
, 251
Electric Remote Mirrors ..................................................46 Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...................... 62Electrical Power Outlets..................................................62Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................................ 246
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light................... 118
Emergency In Case Of ................................................................ 291SOS Emergency Call ............................................... 291
Emergency Brake ......................................................... 133
Emergency, In Case Of Jacking..................................................................... 293
Jump Starting .......................................................... 298
Tow Hooks ............................................................... 304
Emission Control System Maintenance...................... 125 Engine............................................................................314
Air Cleaner ............................................................... 319
Block Heater ............................................................129Break-In Recommendations ...................................133
Checking Oil Level ...................................................317
Compartment........................................ 314
, 315, 316
Compartment Identification................. 314, 315, 316
Coolant (Antifreeze)................................................. 374
Cooling .....................................................................328
Exhaust Gas Caution ............................................... 290
Fails To Start ............................................................128 Flooded, Starting ..................................................... 128Fuel Requirements ........................................ 369
, 373
Idling......................................................................... 131
Jump Starting...........................................................298
Oil .......................................................... 318
, 373, 374
Oil Filler Cap ............................................................. 314
Oil Filter ....................................................................319 Oil Reset...................................................................110Oil Selection ................................................... 318
, 373
Oil Synthetic ............................................................. 318
Starting.....................................................................126
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............. 276
, 305
Ethanol .......................................................................... 370
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................................................290
Exhaust Gas Cautions ..................................................290
Exhaust System .................................................. 290
, 328
Exterior Lights ........................................................50, 290
FFabric Care ....................................................................361
Fabric Top...................................................................... 361
Family Alerts .................................................................. 236
FAQ ................................................................................ 237 Features ........................................................................ 228
Filters
Air Cleaner ............................................................... 319Air Conditioning ................................................ 59
, 325
Engine Fuel .............................................................. 321 Engine Oil................................................................. 319
Engine Oil Disposal ................................................. 319
Flashers Hazard Warning....................................................... 291Turn Signal............................................................... 290Turn Signals.................................................... 123
, 344
Flash-To-Pass.................................................................. 51
Flat Tire Changing ...............................................345
, 355
Flat Tire Stowage .................................................345, 355
Flooded Engine Starting............................................... 128
Fluid Capacities ............................................................ 373
Fluid Leaks.................................................................... 290
Fluid Level Manual Transmission ............................................. 332
Fluid Level Checks ....................................................... 332 Brake........................................................................ 331
Engine Oil................................................................. 317
Fluid, Brake................................................................... 376
Fog Lights...................................................................... 344
Fog Lights, Service ....................................................... 344
Fold And Tumble Rear Seat ........................................... 39
Fold-Flat Seats ................................................................ 37
Folding Rear Seats ......................................................... 39
Folding Windshield ......................................................... 97
Forward Collision Warning ........................................... 255
Four Wheel Drive .......................................................... 140 Operation ........................................................140
, 141
Shifting..................................................................... 140 System ..................................................................... 140

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K
Key Fob Arm The System .........................................................20
Disarm The System....................................................20
Programming Additional Key Fobs ...........................15
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) .........14
Key Fob Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ............ 15
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ ...................................................... 21 Passive Entry .............................................................. 21
Keys .................................................................................13 Replacement .............................................................. 15
LLane Change Assist ........................................................52
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................................................... 262
Latches ......................................................................... 290 Hood ............................................................... 100
, 118
Leaks, Fluid .................................................................. 290
Life Of Tires .................................................................. 354
Light Bulbs ........................................................... 290
, 342
Lights ............................................................................ 290 Air Bag ...................................................117
, 267, 289
Automatic Headlights ................................................51
Brake Assist Warning ............................................. 247
Brake Warning ........................................................ 117 Bulb Replacement ......................................... 342
, 343
Center Mounted Stop ............................................. 345
Cruise.............................................................. 123
, 124
Daytime Running ....................................................... 51
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.........................................51
Electric Power Steering .......................................... 118
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator .. 118
, 119

Exterior ............................................................. 50, 290
Fog ........................................................................... 344 Fuel Filler Cap .......................................................... 120
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................................... 291
Headlights ................................................................ 343
High Beam ................................................................. 51
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................................. 51
Hill Descent Control Indicator................................. 248
Interior........................................................................ 52
Lights On Reminder................................................... 51
Low Fuel ...................................................................120 Low Washer Fluid ....................................................120Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).................... 120
Oil Temperature ....................................................... 118
Park .......................................................................... 123Passing....................................................................... 51
Rear Servicing.......................................................... 344
Rear Tail Lamps....................................................... 344
Seat Belt Reminder ................................................. 118
Security Alarm.......................................................... 119
Service ........................................................... 342
, 343
Side Marker ............................................................. 344
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............................ 257
Traction Control ....................................................... 247
Transmission Temperature..................................... 119
Turn Signal ............................................................... 290
Turn Signals ................................................... 123
, 344
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions.... 118, 123
Load Floor, Cargo.......................................................... 102
Load Shed Battery Saver Mode ...................................114
Load Shed Battery Saver On ........................................ 114
Load Shed Electrical Load Reduction ......................... 114
Load Shed Intelligent Battery Sensor..........................114
Loading Vehicle............................................................. 169 Tires.......................................................................... 349
Locking Axle ...........................................................................144 Locks
Automatic Door ......................................................... 23
Child Protection ......................................................... 23
Power Door ................................................................ 21
Low Tire Pressure System............................................ 257
Lowering The Soft Top Into Sunrider® Position

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.... 67
Lubrication, Body.......................................................... 326
Lug Nuts/Bolts ............................................................. 368
Luggage Carrier ............................................................ 102
MMaintenance................................................................... 91
Maintenance Free Battery ........................................... 317
Maintenance Schedule .......................................306
, 310
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) ......120, 125
Manage My Account..................................................... 237
Manual Park Release ........................................................... 301
Service ..................................................................... 380
Manual Transmission..........................................134
, 332
Fluid Level Check .................................................... 332
Lubricant Selection ........................................332
, 376
Shift Speeds ............................................................ 135
Media Mode .................................................................. 210
Methanol ....................................................................... 370
Mirrors ............................................................................. 45 Automatic Dimming .................................................. 45
Electric Powered ....................................................... 46
Electric Remote ......................................................... 46
Heated ....................................................................... 46
Outside....................................................................... 46
Rearview .................................................................... 45
Vanity ......................................................................... 46
Mobile App .................................................................... 227

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