warning light JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED 2014 User Guide

- Charging System Light• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging
system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with
the charging system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when
this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we
recommend you drive to the nearest authorized dealer immediately and have the
vehicle serviced immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light• This light informs you of a problem with the system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle
the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed
in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be
drivable; however, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing
when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience
reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may
require towing.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the
vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a
“clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the
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OIL CHANGE EVIC INDICATOR Message
• If an “oil change” message (shown as "Change Oil Soon" and "Oil Change Needed")
appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
HOTOIL – Transmission Temperature Warning Message • The HOTOIL cluster message will appear in the odometer accompanied with a
chime to indicate that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might
occur with severe usage such as trailer towing.
• It may also occur when operating the vehicle in a high torque converter slip condition,
such as 4-wheel-drive operation (e.g., snow plowing, off-road operation).
• If this HOTOIL message turns on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle or
faster, with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the message turns off.
CAUTION!Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature HOTOIL Warning message
illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage and transmission
failure.
WARNING!Continued operation with the Transmission Temperature HOTOIL Warning mes-
sage illuminated could cause the fluid to boil over, come into contact with the hot
engine or exhaust components causing a fire that may result in personal injury.
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OPENING THE HOOD • Release the two hood latches located
on the left and right side of the hood.
• Raise the hood and locate the safety
latch, in the middle of the hood opening.
• Push the latch to the left side of the
vehicle, to open the hood. You may
have to push down slightly on the hood
before pushing the safety latch.
• Insert the support rod into the slot on
the hood.
• To close the hood, remove the support
rod and place it in the retaining clip,
then lower the hood slowly.
• Secure both of the hood latches.
WARNING!Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure
to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
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4WD...................89
Operation ..............89
Shifting ...............89
Systems ..............89
Airbag..................13
Air Conditioning ............28
Alarm (Security Alarm) .........11
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .....114
Arming Theft System (Security
Alarm) ................11
Automatic Headlights .........23
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ............28
Belts, Seat ...............12
Break-In Recommendations,
New Vehicle .............23
BulbReplacement ..........125
Calibration,Compass .........85
Capacities, Fluid ...........114
ChangeOilIndicator.........100
ChangingAFlatTire .........102
Child Restraint .............14
Climate Control .............28
Compass Calibration ..........85
Cooling System
Coolant Capacity .........114
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ............114
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....26
Customer Assistance .........126
Defects, Reporting ..........127
Dimmer Control .............24
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ......24
Disarming, Theft System .......12
ECO ...................85
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) ...........26
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .96
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center(EVIC)..........84,86
Emergency, In Case of
Brake Warning Light .......98
Jacking ..............102 Overheating ............101
Engine
Break-In Recommendations . . .23
Compartment ...........113
FuelRequirements .......114
Oil .................114
Oil Selection ...........114
Overheating ............101
Event Data Recorder .........111
Exterior Lights .............125
Flash-To-Pass ..............24
Fluid Capacities ............114
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts ................114
FogLights .............23,24
FoldingRearSeat ...........20
Four Wheel Drive Operation ......89
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .......110
Front Heated Seats ...........22
Fuel
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ........99
Requirements ..........114
Tank Capacity ..........114
Fuse ..................120
Fuses..................120
Headlights
Automatic .............23
Dimmer Switch ..........24
HighBeam .............24
Heated Seats ..............22
High
Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer)
Switch ..........24
Hood Release .............112
Instrument Cluster ............8
Indicators ..............9
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights...............8,96
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . .120
Interior and Instrument Lights .....7
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . .25
Inverter Outlet (115V) .........87
Inverter, Power .............87
iPod ®
/USB/MP3 Control ........77
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ....84INDEX
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Jacking Instructions .........103
Jack Location .............102
Jack Operation ......... 102, 103
Jump Starting .............107
KeyFob.................10
Key Fob Programmable Features . . .86
LaneChangeandTurnSignals....24
Lane Change Assist ..........24
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...........12
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren).....14,15,16,17,18
Lights
Engine Temperature Warning . . .98
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) ...............96
TurnSignal .............24
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) .............8
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ...............15
Maintenance Record .........119
MaintenanceSchedule........115
Malfunction Indicator Light
(CheckEngine) ...........98
Navigation Voice Prompt
Volume .............59,70
New Vehicle Break-In Period .....23
Oil Change Indicator .........100
Oil Change Indicator, Reset .....100
Oil, Engine
Capacity ..............114
Recommendation ........114
Viscosity .............114
Outlet
Power ................88
Overheating, Engine .........101
Placard, Tire and Loading
Information .............123
Power
Inverter ...............87
Outlet
(Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ....88 Preparation for Jacking ........103
Programmable Electronic
Features ...............86
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .....25
RearSeat,Folding...........20
Recreational Towing ..........93
Shifting into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .............94
Shifting out of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .............94
Remote Starting System ........11
Replacement Bulbs ..........125
Reporting Safety Defects .......127
Schedule,Maintenance .......115
Seat Belts ................12
Seats ...................19
Adjustment .............19
EasyEntry .............19
Heated ...............22
RearFolding ............20
Security Against Theft .........11
Shifting
Transfer Case, Shifting into
Transfer Case Neutral (N) .....94
Transfer Case, Shifting out of
Transfer Case Neutral (N) .....94
Shift Lever Override .........109
Signals, Turn ..............24
SpareTire...............102
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....26
Starting
Remote ...............11
Steering
TiltColumn .............21
Steering
Wheel Audio Controls ....
77
Stuck, Freeing .............110
Supplemental Restraint System -
Airbag ................13
Sway Bar Disconnect,
Electronic ..............90
Temperature Control,
Automatic (ATC) ...........28
Theft System Arming ..........11
Theft System Disarming ........12
Tilt Steering Column ..........21INDEX
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Tires
Air Pressure ...........123
Changing .............102
Jacking ..............102
SpareTire .............102
Tow Hooks, Emergency ........109
Towing..................91
Disabled Vehicle .........110
Recreational ............93
Trailer Towing
Trailer and Tongue Weight ....91
Trailer Weight ..............91
TurnSignals...............24
Uconnect ®
Voice Command ......81 Voice Command ............81
Voice Prompt Volume
Navigation ...........59,70
Volume
Navigation Voice Prompt . . .59, 70
Warning Lights .............96
Washer
Rear .................25
Washers, Windshield ..........25
WheelandWheelTrimCare.....125
Windshield Washers ..........25
Windshield Wipers ...........25
Wiper,Rear...............25
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OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES (4WD OPERATION)
• How do I shift into different four-wheel drive selections? pg. 89
UTILITY
• How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Wrangler? pg. 91
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 96
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 102
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 107
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 120
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 114
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 115
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 123
FAQ (How To?)
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