Jeep TJ (2006 year). Instruction

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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STARTING AND OPERATING

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

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INDEX

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INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

䡵 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

▫ Roll Over Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

䡵 How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

䡵 Warnings And Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
䡵 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
䡵 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . 9

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting a Jeep

威 Wrangler and welcome to

our worldwide family.

This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for both
on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform
tasks for which conventional two-wheel drive enclosed
vehicles were not intended. It handles and maneuvers
differently from many passenger cars both on-road and
off-road, so take time to become familiar with your
vehicle.

Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Owner’s
Manual. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis-
sion, 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 it or expect it to

overcome the laws of nature. 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 an
accident. Be sure to read “On-Road/Off-Road Driving
Tips” in this manual.

Roll Over Warning
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll over rate
than other types of vehicles. This vehicle has a higher
ground clearance, higher center of gravity, and narrower
track than many passenger cars. It is capable of perform-
ing better in a wide variety of off-road applications.
Driven in an unsafe manner, all vehicles can be caused to
go out of control. Because of the higher center of gravity
and the narrower track, if this vehicle is out of control it
may roll over when some other vehicles may not.

Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other
unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle

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control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result
in an accident, roll over of the vehicle and serious injury
or death. Because of its open-body construction, your
vehicle offers less protection than closed vehicles in the
event of an accident.

Failure to use driver and passenger seat belts

provided

is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.
government notes that the universal use of existing seat
belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more
each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2
million annually. In a roll over crash, an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing
a seal belt. Always buckle up.

Although your vehicle may be equipped with a soft top
or optional hard top to give the occupants protection
from the weather, these tops do not offer structural
protection in the event of an accident and do not change
the open-body characteristic of the vehicle. Even though
your vehicle has a sport bar and side bars for some extra
protection, it is a truly open vehicle-there is no structural
integrated top and it has low sides and a folding wind-
shield. Many of these vehicles do not have fully enclosed
hard doors.

Roll Over Warning Label

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Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or while
intoxicated may result in loss of control, collision with
other vehicles or objects, going off the road, or overturn-
ing, any of which may lead to serious injury or death.
Also, failure to use standard seat belts subjects the
driver and passengers to a greater risk of being thrown
out of an open-body vehicle than out of a closed vehicle
in an accident which can result in injury or death.

This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

NOTE:

After you read the manual, it should be stored

in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained
technicians and genuine Mopar

威 parts, and is interested

in your satisfaction.

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WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.

The detailed index, at the rear of the manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual contains WARNINGS against operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on a
stamped plate located on the left front corner of the
instrument panel pad, visible from outside of vehicle
through windshield. This number also appears on the
Automobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a
window on your vehicle. Save this label for a convenient
record of your vehicle identification number and optional
equipment.

NOTE:

It is illegal to remove the VIN plate.

Vehicle Identification Number

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CONTENTS

䡵 A Word About Your Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

▫ Ignition Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

䡵 Sentry Key Immobilizer System — If Equipped . .14

▫ Important Note About Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ Replacement Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ Customer Key Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

䡵 Illuminated Entry — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . .17

䡵 Steering Wheel Lock — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . .17

▫ To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel . . . . . . .18
▫ To Release The Steering Wheel Lock . . . . . . . . .18

䡵 Doors And Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

▫ Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

䡵 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
▫ Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage . . . .25
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women . . . . . . . . . . . .26

▫ Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
▫ Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental

Restraint Systems (SRS) — Airbags . . . . . . . . . .27

▫ Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

䡵 Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . .44
䡵 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

▫ Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside

The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Outside

The Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The keys for your new vehicle are enclosed in a plastic
bag with the key code number on it. If you received your
keys without the bag, ask your dealer to give you the
number. The key code can also be obtained by the dealer
from your vehicle invoice.

Ignition Key
Insert the key fully, then turn the switch to one of the four
illustrated positions. The key can be inserted or with-
drawn only in the LOCK position.

To remove the ignition key on models with an automatic
transmission, place the gearshift lever in P (Park), turn
the ignition key to LOCK, and remove the key.

Ignition Key Positions

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To remove the ignition key on models with a manual
transmission, depress and hold the key release button,
turn the ignition key to LOCK, and remove the key.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition,
sounds a signal to remind you to remove the key.

CAUTION!

Always remove the key from the ignition, and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIM) prevents
unauthorized operation of the vehicle by disabling the
engine. The system will shut the engine down after 2
seconds of running if an invalid key is used to start the
vehicle. This system utilizes ignition keys which have an
electronic chip (transponder) embedded into them. Only

Ignition Key Removal

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keys that have been programmed to the vehicle can be
used to start and operate the vehicle for longer than the
2 second validation time period.

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System does not need to be
armed or activated. Operation of the system is automatic
regardless of whether or not the vehicle is locked or
unlocked. During normal operation, the SKIM indicator
light will come on for 3 seconds immediately after the
ignition switch is turned on for a bulb check. Afterwards,
if the bulb remains on, this indicates a malfunction in the
electronics. If the bulb begins to flash immediately after
the ignition switch is turned on, this indicates that an
invalid key is being used to start the vehicle. Both of
these conditions will result in the engine being shut
down after 2 seconds of running. Keep in mind that a key
which has not been programmed is also considered an
invalid key even if it is cut to fit the ignition for that
vehicle.

If the SKIM indicator light comes on during normal
vehicle operation (it has been running for longer than 10
seconds) a fault has been detected in the electronics and
the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible.

NOTE:

• The Sentry Key Immobilizer System is not compatible

with remote starting systems. Use of these systems
may result in vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.

• Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys, or any

other transponder equipped components on the same
keychain will not cause a key-related (Transponder)
fault unless the additional part is physically held
against the ignition key

being used when starting the

vehicle. Also, cell phones, pagers, or other RF electron-
ics will not cause interference with this system.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

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Important Note About Service
A four digit PIN number is needed to service the Sentry
Key Immobilizer System. This number can be obtained
from your authorized dealer. However, this number can
also be found on your customer invoice that you were
given upon receipt of your vehicle.

Replacement Keys

NOTE:

Only keys that have been programmed to the

vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.

At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four digit PIN number. This number is required
for dealer replacement of keys. Duplication of keys may
be performed at an authorized dealer or by using the
Customer Key Programming procedure. This procedure

consists of programming a blank key to the vehicle
electronics. A blank key is one which has never been
programmed.

NOTE:

When having the Sentry Key System serviced,

bring all vehicle keys to the dealer.

Customer Key Programming

You can program new keys to the system if you have two
valid keys by doing the following:

1. Cut the additional Sentry Key Transponder blank(s) to
match the ignition switch lock cylinder key code.

2. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and
turn the ignition switch ON for at least 3 seconds but no
longer than 15 seconds. Turn the ignition switch OFF and
remove the first key.

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