Jeep Wrangler JK (2018 year). Instruction - part 8

14. The swing gate brackets do not need to be removed

unless the hard top is being installed. To remove the
swing gate brackets, pull the front of the bracket
forward while rolling the entire bracket back in toward
the vehicle to disengage.

15. Completely release the latches from the loops on the

windshield frame. If your vehicle is not equipped
with the Sunrider package, proceed to Step 18.

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16. Make sure the plastic sleeves are slid rearward over the

Sunrider link to lock in the link (Sunrider Models
only).

17. Unlatch the side bows from both door rails (Sunrider

Models only).

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18. Before lowering the top, open the swing gate to prevent

possible damage to the rear center high-mounted brake
light. Move to the front of the vehicle. Grasp the side
bow behind the header and lift the top, folding it
toward the rear of the vehicle.

NOTE:

Help from another person will ease this operation.

19. Tuck the fabric and the check straps between the bows

and as far inward as possible. This will keep any
portion of the top from flapping outside of the vehicle.

20. Close the front header latches.

21. Remove the door frames, if desired. Refer to “Door

Frame” in this section for further information.

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Raising The Soft Top

1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.

2. Install door frames, if removed. Refer to “Door Frame”

in this section for further information.

3. Make sure the plastic sleeve is slid over Sunrider link

(Sunrider Models only).

4. Standing on the side of the vehicle, lift the top by the

side bow and the 2–bow (middle bow) up and over the
sports bar until the header rests on the top of the
windshield frame.

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5. Make sure the Sunrider bracket on the side bows latches

to the door rails (Sunrider Models only).

6. Open the header latches and engage the hook on each

side onto the windshield loops (do not close the latches).

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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.

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9. Partially install the sail panel retainers into the body

side channel, leaving the last 3 inches (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 tempo-

rarily by attaching to the Velcro in the rear corner. Start
the zipper but close only about 1 inch (2.5 cm).

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11. Insert the front retainer of the window into the door

channel, making sure the retainer is fully seated and
properly positioned on the door frame. Failure to do so
can result in wind and water leaks or damage to the
window.

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Retainer Insertion

1 — Incorrect Insertion
2 — Correct Insertion

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12. Insert the retainer along the bottom edge of the win-

dow into the bottom side channel, beginning at the
front and working to the rear of the vehicle. Finish by
closing the zipper completely and attaching the Velcro
along the top and rear of the window. Repeat this step
for the opposite side.

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13. Locate the black swing gate bar. Slide the swing gate

bar over the receiver at the bottom inside of the rear
window. The spongy part of the seal should be down
and pointed outward to seal with the swing gate when
closed.

14. Install the rear window by starting both zipper ends at

the lower left corner of the rear window opening.
Ensure that the zippers are properly started and
aligned before zipping to prevent damage.

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15. Run the zipper fully around to the right side of the

window.

16. Grasp the swing gate bar and position it into the swing

gate brackets.

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17. Insert the rear window retainer into the swing gate

bracket on both the left and right sides.

18. Apply downward pressure on the top corner of the rear

soft top bow (3–bow), then complete attaching the sail
panel retainers into the body side channel.

19. Close the header latches and return the sun visors to

their secured position.

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SUNRIDER (TWO-DOOR MODELS) — IF EQUIPPED

CAUTION!

Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a
window while the top is wet may allow water to drip
into the vehicle’s interior.

NOTE:

If you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph

(64 km/h) with the Sunrider feature open, it is recom-
mended that you remove the rear window of the vehicle.

Opening The Sunrider

1. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.

2. Release the header latches from the loops on the wind-

shield frame.

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3. Make sure to slide the plastic sleeves forward to unlock

the Sunrider links.

4. Grasp the header and lift the top back. Make sure the

material is folded back as shown.

NOTE:

The Sunrider latch on the door rail should not be

activated for Sunrider use. If activated, the soft top must be
reinstalled starting from the sail panels.

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5. Locate the straps to secure the side bows. Wrap the

straps around the bows as shown. Repeat on the other
side.

6. Reposition the sun visors.

Closing The Sunrider

1. Remove the straps from the side bows.

2. Unclip and move the sun visors to the side.

3. Grasp the front header and pull it to the front of the

vehicle.

4. Hook the header latches to the loops on the windshield

frame, close latches, and return the sun visors to their
original positions.

5. Slide the plastic sleeve rearward over the Sunrider link.

SOFT TOP — FOUR-DOOR MODELS

Please visit http://www.jeep.com/en/wrangler-rooftop-
instructions/ for instructional videos.

WARNING!

• Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window

curtain up unless the side curtains are also removed.
Dangerous exhaust gases could enter the vehicle
causing harm to the driver and passengers.

• The fabric upper doors and fabric top are designed

only for protection against the elements. Do not rely
on them to contain occupants within the vehicle or to
protect against injury during an accident. Remember,
always wear seat belts.

• Make sure hands and fingers are clear of all pinch

points when installing and removing the soft tops.
The zippers and side bows may cause serious injury
if fingers or hands get caught in between.

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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 snapped into place. 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.

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• 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.

• Refer to “Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models” in

“Bodywork” in “Servicing And Maintenance” for fur-
ther information. It contains important information on
cleaning and caring for your vehicle’s fabric top.

• Do not use any tools (screwdrivers, etc.) to pry or

force any of the clamps, clips, or retainers securing
the soft top. Do not force or pry the soft top frame-
work when opening or closing. Damage to the top
may result.

Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew on the top material:
• It is recommended that the top be free of water prior

to opening it. Operating the top, opening a door or
lowering a window while the top is wet may allow
water to drip into the vehicle’s interior.

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