roof JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED 2013 Owners Manual

9. Unsnap and remove the black boot cover. This cover
should be discarded. It was intended as a protective
cover for shipping only.
NOTE: A visual instruction sheet is enclosed in the dual
top wrap.
10. Put up the soft top. Refer to “Soft Top — Putting Up
The Soft Top” in this section.
FREEDOM TOP™ THREE-PIECE MODULAR
HARD TOP — IF EQUIPPED
CAUTION!• The hard top is not designed to carry any addi-
tional loads such as roof racks, spare tires, build-
ing, hunting, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued)etc. Also, it was not designed as a structural mem-
ber of the vehicle, and thus cannot properly carry
any additional loads other than environmental
(rain, snow, etc.).
• Do not move your vehicle until the top has been
either fully attached to the windshield frame and
bodyside, or fully removed.
CAUTION!Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew:
• It is recommended that the top be free of water
prior to panel removal. Removing the top, opening
a door or lowering a window while the top is wet
may allow water to drip into the vehicles interior. (Continued)202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION! (Continued)• The hard top assembly must be positioned prop-
erly to ensure sealing. Improper installation can
cause water to leak into the vehicles interior.
• Careless handling and storage of the removable
roof panels may damage the seals, causing water to
leak into the vehicles interior.
• The front panel(s) must be positioned properly to
ensure sealing. Improper installation can cause
water to leak into the vehicles interior.
Front Panel(s) Removal
NOTE: Left panel must be removed before removing
right panel.
1. Fold down the sun visor, and move it to the side. 2. Turn the rear fasteners (knobs) (located on the over-
head speaker bar assembly) counterclockwise until
they can be removed.
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3. Turn the center L-shaped locks (two) from the center
of the roof panel. 4. Turn the rear L-shaped lock (located above the shoul-
der belt anchorage).204 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

SOFT TOP — TWO-DOOR MODELS
Please visit the owners section of Jeep.com for instruc-
tional videos.
CAUTION!The soft top is not designed to carry any additional
loads such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunting,
or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it was
not designed as a structural member of the vehicle and,
thus, cannot properly carry any additional loads other
than environmental (rain, snow, etc.).
If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top
has been folded down for a period of time, the top will
appear to have shrunk when you raise it, making it
difficult to put up. This is caused by a natural contraction
of the vinyl coating on the fabric top. Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top
fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and
the top can then be installed. If the temperature is 41°F
(5°C) or below, do not attempt to put the top down or
roll the rear or side curtains.
CAUTION!• Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car
wash. Window scratches and wax build up may
result.
• Do not lower the top when the temperature is
below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result.
• Do not move your vehicle until the top has been
either fully attached to the windshield frame, or
fully lowered.
• Do not lower the top with the windows installed.
Window and top damage may occur. (Continued)3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 221

4. Release the sail panel retainers from the body side
channel at the rear corners of the vehicle.
NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is
helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow. 5. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so
that they rest on top of the soft top.
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11. Finish releasing the sail panel retainers from the body
side channel at the rear corners of the vehicle.
NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is
helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow. 12. As you begin to lower the top, fold the sail panels so
that they rest on top of the soft top.236 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

7. If the swing gate brackets were removed, install them
by hooking the rear edge of the bracket on the interior
side of the body channel. Then, rotate it rearward and
over the channel until it snaps onto the exterior part of
the rail. To be properly located, the bracket must only
be clipped to the shortened rail edge. 8. Move to the rear of the vehicle and gently pull the sail
panels over the rear roof bow.242 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

9. Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body
side channel, leaving the last 3 in (7.6 cm) toward the
rear window loose (on both sides). Pulling down on
the rear roof bow (3–bow) will aid to reach the channel
with the retainers. 10. To install the side windows, affix the window tem-
porarily by attaching to the Velcro  in the rear corner.
Start the zipper but close only about 1 in (2.5 cm).
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SOFT TOP — FOUR-DOOR MODELS
Please visit the owner’s section of Jeep.com for instruc-
tional videos.
CAUTION!The soft top is not designed to carry any additional
loads such as roof racks, spare tires, building, hunt-
ing, or camping supplies, and/or luggage, etc. Also, it
was not designed as a structural member of the
vehicle, and thus cannot properly carry any addi-
tional loads other than environmental (rain, snow,
etc.).
If the temperature is below 72°F (24°C) and/or the top
has been folded down for a period of time, the top will
appear to have shrunk when you raise it, making it
difficult to put up. This is caused by a natural contraction
of the vinyl coating on the fabric top. Place the vehicle in a warm area. Pull steadily on the top
fabric. The vinyl will stretch back to its original size and
the top can then be snapped into place. If the tempera-
ture is 41°F (5°C) or below, do not attempt to put the top
down or roll the rear or side curtains.
CAUTION!• Do not run a fabric top through an automatic car
wash. Window scratches and wax buildup may
result.
• Do not lower the top when the temperature is
below 41°F (5°C). Damage to the top may result.
• Do not lower the top when the windows are dirty.
Grit may scratch the window.
• Do not move your vehicle until the top has been
either fully attached to the windshield frame, or
fully lowered. (Continued)3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 249

3. Release header latches from the windshield frame. 4. Release the sail panel retainers from the body side
channel at the rear corners of the vehicle.
NOTE: When releasing the sail panel retainers, it is
helpful to pull down on the rear roof bow.
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