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Jeep Wrangler JK (2018 year). Instruction - part 11

6. Secure the top by using the two provided straps. Each

strap will wrap around the side bow and Velcro to itself;
use one strap on each side of the vehicle.

Closing The Sunrider

Perform the above steps in the opposite order.

NOTE:

Failure to fold the fabric rearward will allow the

material to sag and may block the rearview mirror.

FOLDING WINDSHIELD

The fold-down windshield and removable side bars on
your vehicle are structural elements that can provide some
protection in some accidents. The windshield also provides
some protection against weather, road debris and intrusion
of small branches and other objects.

Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the windshield
down and the side bars removed as you lose the protection
these structural elements can provide.

If required for certain off-road uses, the side bars can be
removed and the windshield folded down. However, the
protection afforded by these features is then lost. If you
remove the side bars and fold down the windshield, drive
slowly and cautiously. It is recommended that the speed of
the vehicle be limited to 10 mph (16 km/h), with low range
operation preferred if you are driving off-road with the
windshield folded down.

Raise the windshield and reinstall the side bars as soon as
the task that required their removal is completed and
before you return to on-road driving. Both you and your
passenger should wear seat belts at all times, on-road and
off-road, regardless of whether the windshield is raised or
folded down.

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Outside rearview mirrors are mounted on the doors. If you
choose to remove the doors, see your authorized dealer for
a replacement cowl-mounted outside mirror. Federal law
requires outside mirrors on vehicles for on-road use.

WARNING!

Carefully follow these warnings to help protect against
personal injury:

• Do not drive your vehicle on-road with the wind-

shield down.

• Do not drive your vehicle unless the windshield is

securely fastened, either up or down.

• Eye protection, such as goggles, should be worn at all

times when the windshield is down.

• Be sure that you carefully follow the instructions for

raising the windshield. Make sure that the folding
windshield, windshield wipers, side bars, and all
associated hardware and fasteners are correctly and
tightly assembled before driving your vehicle. Fail-
ure to follow these instructions may prevent your
vehicle from providing you and your passengers’
protection in some accidents.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• If you remove the doors, store them outside the

vehicle. In the event of an accident, a loose door may
cause personal injury.

Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side Bars

1. Lower the fabric top or remove the hard top following

the instructions in this manual.

NOTE:

To assist in properly reinstalling side bars, mark

the original locations prior to removing.

2. Remove the two top hex bolts (13 mm), and the one side

hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the trim (Do not
remove plastic corner trim, sun visor bolts, or sport bar
covering).

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3. Remove the sun visor.

4. Remove the A-pillar cap.

5. Disconnect microphone (if equipped with Uconnect

phone).

6. Open the sport bar Velcro covering.

7. Remove the one hex bolt (13 mm) visible through the

plastic trim on the bottom side of the side bar, one hex
bolt (13 mm) on the side of the side bar, and one hex bolt
(13 mm) on top of the side bar.

NOTE:

Pull side bar out horizontally when removing.

CAUTION!

Do not remove the head impact foam from the side
bars, as damage to the foam may result.

NOTE:

Store all of the mounting bolts in their original

threaded holes and tighten for safekeeping.

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8. Remove the side bar assembly, and reattach the sport

bar Velcro covering.

9. To safely store the side bars in your vehicle, use four

cinch straps (available from your authorized dealer).
Attach the straps through the slots located on the floor
behind the folded rear seat at the front of the storage bin
cover.

WARNING!

You or others could be injured if you carry the side bars
loose in your vehicle. Remove the side bars from the
vehicle or securely store them as described or they may
cause personal injury if an accident occurs. See your
authorized dealer for the cinch straps.

10. Remove the windshield wiper arms by first pulling the

wiper away from the windshield and out to the “lock”
position. Unsnap the wiper arm nut caps, and remove
the retaining nuts. Lift the wiper arms off and store
them in the center console or securely behind the rear
seat.

NOTE:

It may be necessary to use a battery terminal puller

tool in order to separate the wiper arms from the shaft after
the nuts have been removed.

11. Remove the lower windshield plates by removing the

six black round-headed Torx head screws (using a #40
Torx head driver) on each side of the base of the
windshield.

12. Lower the windshield gently until it contacts the

rubber hood bumpers.

13. Secure the windshield by passing a cinch strap through

the footman hoop on the center of the hood and on the
center of the windshield frame. Tighten the strap to
secure the windshield in place.

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Raising The Windshield And Replacing Side Bars

1. Raise the windshield.

2. Loosely attach the rear of the side bar to the sport bar.

Refer to Step 4 of “Lowering Windshield And Removing
Side Bars” earlier in this section.

3. Reattach the sport bar Velcro covering.

4. Attach the front of the side bar to the windshield frame.

5. Install the top two hex bolts (13 mm) first, then the lower

side hex bolt (13 mm). The lower side bolt will not align
until the top two bolts are installed.

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6. Tighten all side bar attachment bolts.

7. Install the lower windshield plates with the six black

round-headed Torx head screws (using a #40 Torx head
driver) on each side of the base of the windshield.

8. Reinstall the wiper arms.

HOOD

Opening The Hood

Release both the hood latches.

Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, located in the
middle of the hood opening. Push the safety 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.

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Hood Latch

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Closing The Hood

To close the hood, remove the support rod from the hood
panel and place it in the retaining clip. 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.

REAR SWING GATE

The rear swing gate can be unlocked by using the key,
Remote Keyless Entry key fob, or by activating the power
door lock switches located on the front doors.

To open the swing gate, push the button on the gate
handle.

NOTE:

Close the rear flip-up window before attempting to

close the swing gate (hard top models only).

WARNING!

Driving with the flip-up window open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and
your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep
the flip-up window closed when you are operating the
vehicle.

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CAUTION!

Do not push on rear wiper blade when closing the rear
flip-up window, as damage to the blade will result.

INTERNAL EQUIPMENT

Storage

Glove Compartment

The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of
the instrument panel.

To open the glove compartment, pull the release handle.

Console Storage Compartment

To lock or unlock the storage compartment, insert the
ignition key and turn. To open the storage compartment,
push the latch and lift the cover.

There is an extra storage area underneath the console lid.
The console lid has an integrated paper clip feature that
can hold small items.

Center Console

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Rear Storage Compartment — If Equipped

The rear cargo area storage compartment cover is held by
a spring-loaded latch. In order to remove the rear storage
compartment cover, use the following procedure:

NOTE: The rear storage compartment latch should not
be used as cargo tie-down.

1. Flip up the pull loop so it is perpendicular (straight up)

to the top surface of the tray.

2. Pull up on the loop and twist it 90 degrees, so it is

parallel to the slotted hole in the tray.

3. Open the rear compartment cover.

Center Console Lid Storage

Rear Storage Cover

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Cupholders

The front cupholders are located in the center console.

The rear cupholders are located on the back of the center
console.

Electrical Power Outlets

There are two 12 Volt (13 Amp) auxiliary power outlets that
can provide power for accessories designed for use with
the standard power outlet adapters.

The front power outlet is located in the center of the
instrument panel below the climate controls, and is pow-
ered from the ignition switch. Power is available when the
ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position.

Front Cupholders

Rear Cupholders

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When the optional cigar lighter heating element is used in
the power outlet, it heats when pushed in and pops out
automatically when ready for use. To preserve the heating
element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position.

A second power outlet is located inside the center console
and is powered directly from the vehicle battery.

CAUTION!

• Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13

Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power
rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will
need to be replaced.

• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.

Do not insert any other object in the power outlets as
this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage
not covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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On vehicles equipped with a rear subwoofer, there is a
third power outlet located in the right rear cargo area.

WARNING!

To avoid serious injury or death:
• Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.

• Do not touch with wet hands.

• Close the lid when not in use.

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Rear Power Outlet — If Equipped

Power Outlet Fuse Locations

1 — M36 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Console Bin
2 — M6 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel
3 — M7 Fuse 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Rear With Sub Woofer
(Opt.)

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WARNING! (Continued)

• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric

shock and failure.

CAUTION!

• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from

the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular
phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the
vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade
battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.

• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,

vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the bat-
tery even more quickly. Only use these intermit-
tently and with greater caution.

• After the use of high power draw accessories, or long

periods of the vehicle not being started (with acces-
sories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to
recharge the vehicle’s battery.

• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.

Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory
bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage.

Power Inverter — If Equipped

There is a 115 Volt, 150 Watt inverter outlet located on the
front of the center console to convert DC current to AC
current. This outlet can power cellular phones, electronics
and other low power devices requiring power up to 150
Watts. Certain high-end video game consoles will exceed
this power limit, as will most power tools.

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The power inverter is designed with built-in overload
protection. If the power rating of 150 Watts is exceeded, the
power inverter will automatically shut down. Once the
electrical device has been removed from the outlet, the
inverter should automatically reset. If the power rating
exceeds approximately 170 Watts, the power inverter may
have to be reset manually. To reset the inverter manually,
push the power inverter button to turn it off and then push
it again to turn it back on. To avoid overloading the circuit,
check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using
the inverter.

The power inverter button is located on
the instrument panel below the climate
controls. To turn on the power outlet,
push the button once. The indicator
light will illuminate. Push the button a
second time to turn the power inverter
outlet off.

NOTE:

When the power inverter button is pushed, there

will be a delay of approximately one second before the
inverter indicator light turns on.

WARNING!

To avoid serious injury or death:
• Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.

• Do not touch with wet hands.

• Close the lid when not in use.

• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric

shock and failure.

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