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CLIMATE CONTROLS ..........................................................54Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
And Functions.............................................................. 54
Manual Climate Control Descriptions And
Functions ..................................................................... 57
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped .................................................................. 59
Climate Voice Commands ......................................... 59
Operating Tips ............................................................ 59
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT ............................60 Storage ........................................................................ 60
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped ............................. 61
USB/AUX Control ......................................................... 61
Power Outlets ............................................................. 62
Power Inverter — If Equipped .................................... 63
Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped ............................... 64
POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED ................................65 Auto-Down Feature .................................................... 66
Window Lockout Switch.............................................. 66
Wind Buffeting ............................................................ 66
WRANGLER TOPS ..............................................................66 Provided Tools ............................................................. 66
Lowering The Soft Top Into Sunrider®
Position

S
................................................................. 67
Raising The Soft Top
S
............................................ 77
Removing The Soft Top
S
....................................... 80
Installing The Soft Top ................................................ 81
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Removal

S
....................... 83
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Installation .......................... 87
Removing The Hard Top ............................................. 87
Installing The Hard Top............................................... 89
Sunrider® For Hard Top ............................................. 89
Power Sliding Top — If Equipped ................................ 91 DOOR FRAME ..................................................................... 95
Door Frame Removal................................................... 95
Door Frame Installation Four Door Models —
If Equipped ................................................................... 96
Door Frame Installation Two Door Models —
If Equipped ................................................................... 97
FOLDING WINDSHIELD ..................................................... 97 Lowering The Windshield ............................................ 98
Raising The Windshield ............................................... 99
HOOD ................................................................................ 100 Opening The Hood .................................................... 100
Closing The Hood ...................................................... 101
REAR SWING GATE ......................................................... 101 Cargo Area Features................................................. 102
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ........................ 102
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .................................................. 104 Instrument Cluster Descriptions
S
...................... 108
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .................................. 108 Instrument Cluster Display Location And
Controls ..................................................................... 109
Oil Change Reset — If Equipped

S
....................... 110
Display And Messages ............................................. 110
Instrument Cluster Display Selectable Items ......... 112
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message —
Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped ... 114
Diesel Displays.......................................................... 115
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Messages ............... 115 Fuel System Messages ............................................ 116 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ..............................116
Red Warning Lights ................................................... 117
Yellow Warning Lights ............................................... 119Yellow Indicator Lights .............................................. 122Green Indicator Lights............................................... 123White Indicator Lights ............................................... 123Blue Indicator Lights ................................................. 124
Gray Indicator Lights ................................................. 124
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ................... 124 Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ............................................................. 125
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ....................................................................... 125
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE
(IF EQUIPPED) ...................................................................126 Manual Transmission — If Equipped ....................... 126
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ................... 126
Normal Starting ........................................................ 126
AutoPark .................................................................... 127Extended Park Starting ............................................. 128If Engine Fails To Start .............................................. 128Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or −30°C) .. 128
After Starting.............................................................. 129
STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE
(IF EQUIPPED) ...................................................................129 Automatic Transmission ........................................... 129
Extreme Cold Weather .............................................. 129Normal Starting ......................................................... 130
Starting Fluids............................................................ 130

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NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE ..................... 130
Cold Weather Precautions........................................ 131Engine Idling .............................................................. 131Stopping The Engine ................................................. 132
Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission..... 132
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
GASOLINE ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) ................................ 133
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS — DIESEL
ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) .................................................... 133
PARKING BRAKE ............................................................. 133
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED .................... 134 Shifting....................................................................... 135
Downshifting.............................................................. 136
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED .............. 137 Ignition Park Interlock............................................... 137Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System ...................................................................... 138
8–Speed Automatic Transmission .......................... 138
FOUR–WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION ............................... 140 Four-Position Transfer Case — If Equipped ............ 141Five-Position Transfer Case — If Equipped .............. 142
Trac-Lok Rear Axle — If Equipped ............................ 144

Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Front And Rear — If Equipped ... 144

Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Rear Only — If Equipped .......... 144
Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect — If Equipped ...... 145
Off Road+ — If Equipped........................................... 146
ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING .................... 146
STOP/START SYSTEM — AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
(IF EQUIPPED) .................................................................. 147 Autostop Mode .......................................................... 147
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop.. 148
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode.......... 148
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System ......... 148
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System.......... 149
System Malfunction .................................................. 149 STOP/START SYSTEM — MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(IF EQUIPPED) .................................................................. 149
Autostop Mode.......................................................... 149
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop .................................................................... 150
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode ......... 150
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System ......... 150
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System ......... 151
System Malfunction.................................................. 151
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS — IF EQUIPPED ............. 151 Cruise Control ........................................................... 151
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).................................. 152
PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ...... 160 ParkSense Sensors .................................................. 160ParkSense Warning Display ..................................... 160
ParkSense Display.................................................... 160
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense ......................... 162
Service The ParkSense Rear Park Assist System... 162
Cleaning The ParkSense System ............................. 163ParkSense System Usage Precautions ................... 163
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA ........................... 163
TRAILCAM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .............................. 164
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — GASOLINE ENGINE
(IF EQUIPPED) .................................................................. 165 Fuel Filler Cap ........................................................... 165
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............................... 166
REFUELING THE VEHICLE — DIESEL ENGINE
(IF EQUIPPED) .................................................................. 166 Avoid Using Contaminated Fuel............................... 167
Bulk Fuel Storage — Diesel Fuel .............................. 167
Diesel Exhaust Fluid ................................................. 167
VEHICLE LOADING ........................................................... 169 Certification Label..................................................... 169 TRAILER TOWING ............................................................170
Common Towing Definitions..................................... 170
Trailer Hitch Classification ........................................ 172Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings) ..................................................................... 172
Trailer And Tongue Weight........................................ 173Towing Requirements ............................................... 173Towing Tips ................................................................ 175
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) ...... 176 Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle ........... 176Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models ... 176
DRIVING TIPS ....................................................................178 On-Road Driving Tips ................................................. 178
Off-Road Driving Tips................................................. 178
MULTIMEDIA
UCONNECT SYSTEMS ......................................................184
CYBERSECURITY ..............................................................184
UCONNECT SETTINGS ......................................................184 Customer Programmable Features ......................... 184
UCONNECT INTRODUCTION ............................................ 197 System Overview ...................................................... 197Drag & Drop Menu Bar ............................................. 200Safety And General Information ............................... 200
UCONNECT MODES .......................................................... 201 Steering Wheel Audio Controls ................................ 201Radio Mode .............................................................. 201
Media Mode .............................................................. 210
Phone Mode ............................................................. 212

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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ................................................ 318
Engine Oil................................................................... 318
Engine Oil Filter ......................................................... 319
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................................... 319
Draining Fuel/Water Separator Filter —
Diesel Engine............................................................. 321Fuel Filter Replacement — Diesel Engine................ 321
Priming If The Engine Has Run Out Of Fuel —
Diesel Engine ............................................................ 323
Intervention Regeneration Strategy —
Message Process Flow ............................................ 323
Diesel Exhaust Fluid ................................................. 323
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection ............................... 324
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................................... 324
Body Lubrication ....................................................... 326Windshield Wiper Blades.......................................... 326
Exhaust System ........................................................ 328
Cooling System.......................................................... 328
Brake System ........................................................... 331
Front/Rear Axle Fluid ............................................... 332Transfer Case ........................................................... 332
Manual Transmission — If Equipped ....................... 332
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .................. 333Fuses ........................................................................ 333
Bulb Replacement .................................................... 342
TIRES ................................................................................ 345 Tire Safety Information ............................................. 345
Tires — General Information ..................................... 352
Tire Types................................................................... 355
Spare Tires — If Equipped ........................................ 355Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..................................... 356
Snow Traction Devices ............................................ 357
Tire Rotation Recommendations ............................ 358 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES .................................................. 358
Treadwear ................................................................. 358Traction Grades ........................................................ 359Temperature Grades ................................................ 359
STORING THE VEHICLE ................................................... 359
BODYWORK ...................................................................... 360 Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...................... 360Body And Underbody Maintenance ......................... 361
Preserving The Bodywork ......................................... 361
INTERIORS ....................................................................... 362 Carpet Safety Information ........................................ 362
Carpet Removal ........................................................ 363Seats And Fabric Parts ............................................. 367
Plastic And Coated Parts .......................................... 367Leather Surfaces ...................................................... 367
Glass Surfaces ......................................................... 367
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)..................... 368
BRAKE SYSTEM ............................................................... 368
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .............. 368 Torque Specifications ............................................... 368
FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE ............... 369 2.0L Engine ............................................................... 3693.6L Engine ............................................................... 369Reformulated Gasoline ............................................ 369
Materials Added To Fuel .......................................... 369Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ................................... 370Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ............ 370
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications.................. 370
MMT In Gasoline ....................................................... 370
Fuel System Cautions ............................................... 370 FUEL REQUIREMENTS – DIESEL ENGINE ..................... 371
Diesel Fuel Specifications ........................................ 371Biodiesel Fuel Requirements ................................... 371
FLUID CAPACITIES ...........................................................373
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................................374
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................. 376
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE ................................................................. 377 Prepare For The Appointment .................................. 377
Prepare A List ............................................................ 377Be Reasonable With Requests ................................. 377
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE .............................................377 Roadside Assistance ................................................. 377
FCA US LLC Customer Center ................................... 378
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center........................... 378
Mexico ........................................................................ 378
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands............................ 378
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired
(TDD/TTY)................................................................... 379Service Contract ....................................................... 379
WARRANTY INFORMATION.............................................379
MOPAR® PARTS ..............................................................379
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ......................................379 In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C........ 379
In Canada................................................................... 380
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .......................................380
CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR ADDRESS.......................380
GENERAL INFORMATION................................................. 381

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INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Jeep® vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.
This is a specialized utility vehicle. It can go places and perform tasks that are not intended for conventional passenger vehicles. It handles and maneuvers differently from many
passenger vehicles both on-road and off-road, so take time to become familiar with your vehicle. If equipped, the two-wheel drive version of this vehicle was designed for on-road use
only. It is not intended for rugged off-road driving or use in other severe conditions suited for a four-wheel drive vehicle. Before you start to drive this vehicle, read this Owner’s Manual.
Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting. Learn how your vehicle handles on different road
surfaces. Your driving skills will improve with experience. When driving off-road, or working the vehicle, don’t overload the vehicle or expect the vehicle to overcome the natural laws of
physics. Always observe federal, state, provincial and local laws wherever you drive. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control
or a collision
Úpage 178.
This Owner's Manual has been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle. It is
supplemented by customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services that FCA US LLC offers to its customers as well as the details of the
terms and conditions for maintaining its validity. Please take the time to read all of these publications carefully before driving your vehicle for the first time. Following the instructions,
recommendations, tips, and important warnings in this manual will help ensure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
This Owner's Manual describes all versions of this vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the text. Therefore, you should
only consider the information that is related to the trim level, engine, and version that you have purchased. Any content introduced throughout the Owner's Information, which may or
may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be identified with the wording "If Equipped" or, if applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement” for additional information. All data contained
in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA US LLC aims at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason, it reserves
the right to make changes to the model described for technical and/or commercial reasons. For further information, contact an authorized dealer.
When it comes to service, remember that authorized dealers know your Jeep® best, have factory-trained technicians, genuine Mopar® parts, and care about your satisfaction.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE
ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED)
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
Apply the parking brake, place the gear selector in
NEUTRAL, and press the clutch pedal before starting the
vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking
ignition system. It will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
Four-Wheel Drive Models Only
In 4L mode, if the vehicle is stalled, the engine will start
regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal is pressed to
the floor. This feature enhances off-road performance by
allowing the vehicle to start when in 4L without having to
press the clutch pedal. The 4L Indicator Light will
illuminate when the transfer case has been shifted into
this mode.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
I
F EQUIPPED
Start the vehicle with the gear selector in the PARK
position (vehicle can also be started in NEUTRAL). Apply
the brake before shifting to any driving range.
NORMAL STARTING
To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/STOP
Button

1. The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the
ENGINE START/STOP button once. 3. The system takes over and attempts to start the
vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the button again.
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is
obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
To Turn Off The Engine Using The ENGINE START/STOP
Button

1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button.

2. The ignition will return to the OFF position.
3. If the gear selector is not in PARK (with vehicle stopped) and the ENGINE START/STOP button is
pushed once, the transmission will automatically
select PARK and the engine will turn off while the
ignition will remain in the ACC position (NOT the OFF
position). Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK
position, or it could roll.
4. If the gear selector is in NEUTRAL, and the vehicle speed is below 5 mph (8 km/h), pushing the START/
STOP button once will turn the engine off. The ignition
will remain in the ACC position.
5. If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
 Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the gear selector.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
 Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehi -
cles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup may cause
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Do Not Operate The Engine With Failed
Parts
All engine failures give some warning before the parts fail.
Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, and
visual evidence that the engine requires service. Some
important clues are:
Engine misfiring or vibrating severely
 Sudden loss of power
 Unusual engine noises
 Fuel, oil or coolant leaks
 Sudden change, outside the normal operating range, in
the engine operating temperature
 Excessive smoke
 Oil pressure drop
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
GASOLINE ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED)
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades
Úpage 374.
NOTE:A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter
-
preted as a problem.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS —
DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED)
The diesel engine does not require a break-in period due
to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, providing
the following recommendations are followed:
 Warm up the engine before placing it under load.
 Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods.
 Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent
engine lugging.
 Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indica -
tors.
 Check the coolant and oil levels frequently.
 Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carrying
or towing significant weight.
NOTE:Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load
operation will extend the time before the engine is at full
efficiency. Reduced fuel economy and power may be seen
at this time.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions
under which vehicle operations will occur. For
recommended viscosity and quality grades see
Úpage 374. NON-DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL
OILS MUST NEVER BE USED.
PARKING BRAKE
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an
automatic transmission in PARK, or manual transmission
in REVERSE or FIRST gear.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up
slightly, push the center button, then lower the lever
completely.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in
the engine or damage may result.
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Parking Brake Lever

When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch
ON, the Brake Warning Light in the instrument cluster will
illuminate.
NOTE:
When the parking brake is applied and the automatic
transmission is placed in gear, the Brake Warning Light
will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime will
sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking
brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
 This light only shows that the parking brake is applied.
It does not show the degree of brake application.
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from
the curb on an uphill grade. For vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission, apply the parking brake before
placing the gear selector in PARK, otherwise the load on
the transmission locking mechanism may make it difficult
to move the gear selector out of PARK.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
WARNING!
 Never use the PARK position on an automatic trans -
mission as a substitute for the parking brake. Always
apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard
against vehicle movement and possible injury or
damage.
 When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob
from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
 Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be warned
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the
gear selector.
 Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
 Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and
a collision.
 Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving
your vehicle or it may roll and cause damage or
injury. Also, be certain to leave an automatic trans -
mission in PARK, a manual transmission in REVERSE
or FIRST gear. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle
to roll and cause damage or injury.
CAUTION!
If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking
brake released, a brake system malfunction is
indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle
unattended without having the parking brake fully
applied. The parking brake should always be applied
when the driver is not in the vehicle, especially on an
incline.
CAUTION!
 Never drive with your foot resting on or partially
depressing the clutch pedal. Never attempt to hold
the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially
engaged. Operating vehicle in this manner may
cause the clutch to overheat and cause permanent
damage to the clutch. If you continue to operate the
vehicle in this manner, the “CLUTCH HOT” message
or Transmission Temperature Warning Light will be
displayed in the instrument cluster. For more infor -
mation
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NOTE:During cold weather, you may experience increased effort
in shifting until the transmission fluid warms up. This is
normal.

Transmission Gear Selector

To shift the gears, fully press the clutch pedal and place
the gear selector into the desired gear position (the
diagram for the engagement of the gears is displayed on
the handle of the selector). The engaged gear will be
displayed in the instrument cluster.
To engage REVERSE gear from the NEUTRAL position, lift
the REVERSE ring, located below the knob and move the
gear selector all the way left and then forward.
SHIFTING
Fully press the clutch pedal before shifting gears. As you
release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator
pedal.
You should always use FIRST gear when starting from a
standing position.
NOTE:A certain amount of noise from the transmission is normal.
This noise can be most noticeable when the vehicle is
idling in NEUTRAL with the clutch engaged (clutch pedal
released), but it may also be heard when driving. The noise
may also be more noticeable when the transmission is
warm. This noise is normal and is not an indication of a
problem with your clutch or transmission.
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
To utilize your manual transmission efficiently for both fuel
economy and performance, it should be upshifted as
listed in recommended shift speed chart. Shift at the
vehicle speeds listed for acceleration. When heavily
loaded or pulling a trailer, these recommended up-shift
speeds may not apply.
NOTE:Vehicle speeds shown in the chart above are for 2H and 4H only. Vehicle speeds in 4L would be significantly less.
Do not drive with your hand resting on the gear
selector as the force exerted, even if slight, over time
could lead to premature wear of the gearbox internal
components.
CAUTION!
Manual Transmission Shift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)
Engine Speeds 1 to 22 to 33 to 44 to 55 to 6
3.6L Accel.
15 (24) 24 (39)50 (80)65 (104) 70 (112)
Cruise 10 (16) 19 (31)40 (64)55 (88)65 (105)
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DOWNSHIFTING
Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is
recommended to preserve brakes when driving down
steep hills. In addition, downshifting at the right time
provides better acceleration when you desire to resume
speed. Downshift progressively. Do not skip gears to avoid
overspeeding the engine and clutch.
NOTE:The manual transmission shift system is equipped with
gear blockers, which will prevent downshifts into FIRST or
SECOND gear above certain vehicle speeds.
Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds
NOTE:Vehicle speeds shown in the chart above are for 2H and 4H only, vehicle speeds in 4L would be significantly less.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a
slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip,
and the vehicle could skid.
CAUTION!
Skipping gears and downshifting into lower gears at
higher vehicle speeds can damage the engine and
clutch systems. Any attempt to shift into lower gear
with clutch pedal pressed may result damage to the
clutch system. Shifting into lower gear and releasing
the clutch may result in engine damage.
 When descending a hill, be very careful to downshift
one gear at a time to prevent overspeeding the
engine which can cause engine damage, and/or
clutch damage, even if the clutch pedal is pressed. If
transfer case is in low range the vehicle speeds to
cause engine and clutch damage are significantly
lower.Failure to follow the maximum recommended down-
shifting speeds may cause the engine damage and/
or damage the clutch, even if the clutch pedal is
pressed.
 Descending a hill in low range with clutch pedal
pressed could result in clutch damage.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
Failure to follow the maximum recommended downshifting speeds may cause the engine to overspeed and/or damage the clutch disc, even if the clutch pedal is pressed.
Manual Transmission Downshift Speeds in MPH (KM/H)
Gear Selection 6 to 55 to 44 to 33 to 22 to 1
Maximum Speed 80 (129)70 (113) 50 (81)30 (48)15 (24)

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138STARTING AND OPERATING
BRAKE/TRANSMISSION SHIFT
I
NTERLOCK (BTSI) SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with a BTSI system that holds the
transmission gear selector in PARK unless the brakes are
applied. To shift the transmission out of PARK, the engine
must be running and the brake pedal must be pressed.
The brake pedal must also be pressed to shift from
NEUTRAL into DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is
stopped or moving at low speeds.
8–SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The transmission gear range (PRNDM) is displayed both
beside the gear selector and in the instrument cluster. To
select a gear range, push the lock button on the gear
selector and move the selector rearward or forward. To
shift the transmission out of PARK, the engine must be
running and the brake pedal must be pressed. You must
also press the brake pedal to shift from NEUTRAL into
DRIVE or REVERSE when the vehicle is stopped or moving
at low speeds. Select the DRIVE range for normal driving.
NOTE:In the event of a mismatch between the gear selector
position and the actual transmission gear (for example,
driver selects PARK while driving), the position indicator
will blink continuously until the selector is returned to the
proper position, or the requested shift can be completed.
The electronically controlled transmission adapts its shift
schedule based on driver inputs, along with environmental
and road conditions. The transmission electronics are
self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new
vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few
hundred miles (kilometers).
Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the
accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting
between these gears.

The transmission gear selector provides PARK, REVERSE,
NEUTRAL, DRIVE and MANUAL (AutoStick) shift positions.
Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift control.
Toggling the gear selector forward (-) or rearward (+) while in
the MANUAL (AutoStick) position (beside the DRIVE
position) will manually select the transmission gear, and will
display the current gear in the instrument cluster


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Transmission Gear Selector

NOTE:If the gear selector cannot be moved to the PARK,
REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when pushed forward), it
is probably in the AutoStick (+/-) position (beside the
DRIVE position). In AutoStick mode, the transmission gear (1, 2, 3, etc.) is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Move the gear selector to the right (into the DRIVE [D]
position) for access to PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL.
Gear Ranges
Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting out of
PARK or NEUTRAL.
NOTE:After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the
selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is espe
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cially important when the engine is cold.
PARK (P)
This range supplements the parking brake by locking the
transmission. The engine can be started in this range.
Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in motion.
Apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle in this
range.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before
shifting the transmission to PARK. As an added
precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a
downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade.
When exiting the vehicle, always:
 Apply the parking brake.
 Shift the transmission into PARK.
 Turn the ignition OFF.
 Remove the key fob from the vehicle.
NOTE:On four-wheel drive vehicles, be sure that the transfer
case is in a drive position.

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