Jeep Wrangler (2018 year). Manual — part 9

NOTE:

If leaving the soft top in the Sunrider position,

secure the top by using the two velcro straps provided in

the center console.

Lowering The Soft Top Into Fully Lowered Position

1. From the Sunrider position, remove straps if previously

secured and move to the rear of the vehicle.

2. Locate the Sunrider latch beneath the #6 Bow of the soft

top on the driver’s side.

Secured Top When In Sunrider Position

Sunrider Latch Beneath #6 Bow

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3. Pull the latch to release the top, and allow the soft top to

slide rearward freely in the guide tracks to the stowed

position.

4. While pushing downward slightly on the folded soft

top, slide the lock lever on the driver and passenger side

lift assist mechanisms to the “lock” position.

Step Three

Step Four (Locked Position)

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5. Once the lock is in the “lock” position, push downward

on each side of the folded soft top to ensure it is secure.

An audible “click” may be heard.

Raising The Soft Top

Raising The Soft Top From The Fully Lowered Position

1. While pushing down on the rear of the top, slide the

lock lever on the driver and passenger side Lift Assist

Mechanisms to the “unlock” position.

Step Five

Unlocked Position

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2. Push up and forward from the #5 Bow along the guide

track until it locks into the Sunrider position with an

audible “click”.

3. Gently pull rearward on the #6 Bow to ensure the top is

locked in the Sunrider position.

4. Using the side link, lift and push the soft top toward the

front of the vehicle manually guiding the top into the

closed position.

Step Two

Lift From Side Link

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5. From inside the vehicle, pull the handle on the header

latch downward to engage the hook into its receiver.

Repeat on the other side.

Lower Top Into Closed Position

Step Five

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6. Pull the handle back upward while squeezing the hook,

locking the latch into place.

Install The Right And Left Quarter Windows

1. From the rear of the vehicle, guide the top of the

window into the retainer and slide forward while keep-

ing the window level. Repeat on the other side.

Step Six

Step One

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2. Place the top of the quarter window pillar into the top

cover, and insert the bottom tab into the clip.

Step Two

Step Two

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3. Engage the plastic retainers along the bottom of the

quarter window and up the front of the window. Repeat

on the other side.

Install The Rear Window

1. Guide the rear window into the retainer from left to

right while keeping the window level.

Step Three

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2. Insert the tailgate bar into the retainers at the bottom of

the window from left to the right.

3. Rotate the swing gate bar into the left and right side

retainers.

Step Two

Step Three

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4. Line up the rear window to the passenger side quarter

window first, and engage the plastic retainers.

5. Repeat with the driver’s side quarter window.

6. Engage the rear window retainers in the lower right and

left corners.

Step Five

Step Six

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POWER SLIDING TOP — IF EQUIPPED

If your vehicle is equipped with a Power Sliding Top, the

control switch can be found on the front trim panel, to the

right of the driver’s side sun visor.

NOTE:
• The Power Top is non-removable. If desired, the rear

quarter windows can be removed and stored in pro-

vided storage bags. Refer to “Quarter Window Re-

moval” in this section for further information.

• The Power Top will not open in temperatures below

–4°F (-20°C). However, if it is opened at a higher

temperature, it can be closed at temperatures above

–40°F (-40°C).

• The Power Top will not operate at vehicle speeds above

60 mph (96 km/h).

WARNING!

• Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible
to children. Do not leave the ignition of a vehicle
equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by the power top
while operating the power top switch. Such entrap-
ment may result in serious injury or death.

(Continued)

Power Sliding Top Control Switch

1 — Open Switch
2 — Close Switch

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WARNING! (Continued)

• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown

from a vehicle with an open power top. You could
also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers
are also properly secured.

• Do not allow small children to operate the power top.

Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object, to project through the power top opening.
Injury may result.

Opening The Power Top

Express Mode

Push the open switch and release it within one-half second.

The power top will open automatically to the open posi-

tion. This is called “Express Open”. During Express Open

operation, any movement of the open switch will stop the

power top.

Manual Mode

To open the power top manually, push and hold the open

switch. The power top will stop automatically at the open

position. Any release of the switch will stop the movement.

The power top will remain in a partially opened position

until the switch is pushed and held again.

Closing The Power Top

Express Mode

Push the close switch and release it within one-half second.

The power top will close fully and stop automatically. This

is called “Express Close”. During Express Close operation,

any movement of the switch will stop the power top.

Manual Mode

To close the power top manually, push and hold the close

switch. The power top will move forward and automati-

cally stop at the fully closed position. Any release of the

switch will stop the movement. The power top will remain

in a partially closed position until the switch is pushed and

held again.

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of

pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.

Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows

down, or the power top in certain open or partially open

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positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be mini-

mized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open,

then open the front and rear windows together to minimize

the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the power top

open, adjust the power top opening to minimize the

buffeting or open any window.

Pinch Protect Feature

This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the

power top during Express Close operation. If an obstruc-

tion in the path of the power top is detected, the power top

will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this

occurs. Next, push the close switch and release to Express

Close.

WARNING!

There is no anti-pinch protection when the power top
is almost closed. To avoid personal injury be sure to
clear your arms, hands, fingers and all objects from the
top’s path before closing.

NOTE:

If three consecutive power top close attempts result

in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and

the power top must be closed in Manual Mode.

Power Top Maintenance

Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean the

quarter window glass panel.
Refer to “Bodywork” in Servicing And Maintenance” for

further information. It contains important information on

cleaning and caring for your vehicle.

Ignition Off Operation

The power top switch can remain active in Accessory Delay

for up to approximately 10 minutes after the vehicle’s

ignition is placed to the Off position. Opening either front

door will cancel this feature.

NOTE:

Ignition Off time is programmable through the

Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings/Customer

Programmable Features” in “Multimedia” for further in-

formation.

Relearn Procedure

For vehicles equipped with a power top, there is a relearn

procedure that allows you to calibrate the power top when

the “Express Mode” stops working. To reset the power top,

follow these steps:
1. Place the ignition in the RUN position.

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2. Ensure the power top is in the fully closed position.
3. Push and hold the Close switch for 10 seconds. This will

put the power top into calibration mode.

4. Continue holding down the close button while the top

goes fully open and then back to fully close.

5. Once the power top has stopped in the fully closed

position, release the close button. The power top is now

reset and ready to use.

NOTE:

If the close button is released anytime during the

relearning process, the relearn may not be complete, and

the procedure must be repeated.

Rear Quarter Window Removal

On vehicles equipped with a Power Sliding Top, the rear

quarter windows can be removed. To remove these win-

dows, follow the procedure below:
1. Open the swing gate, and lift the rear window.
2. Open both side doors nearest the quarter windows.
3. Locate the rear quarter window latches (one on each

window) on the interior of the windows.

4. Rotate the left hand side latch clockwise to release.
5. Rotate the right hand side latch counterclockwise to

release.

6. From the outside of the vehicle, lift each window

upward and away from the vehicle.

Rear Quarter Window Release Latches

1 — Rotate Left Handle Clockwise
2 — Rotate Right Handle Counterclockwise

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NOTE:

Do not pull down or apply any weight to the

windows after the latches are released. Damage could

result to the pins holding the windows in place.

7. Store the rear quarter windows in the provided storage

bag and keep in a safe location, or securely fasten the

bag to the rear seat.

Lift Quarter Window Upward And Outward

Quarter Window Pins Location

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FOLDING WINDSHIELD

The fold-down windshield on your vehicle is a structural

element that can provide some protection in some acci-

dents. 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, as you lose the protection this structural element can

provide.
If required for certain off-road uses, the windshield can be

folded down. However, the protection afforded by the

windshield is then lost. If you 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 as soon as the task that required its

removal is completed and before you return to on-road

driving. Both you and your passengers should wear seat

belts at all times, on-road and off-road, regardless of

whether the windshield is raised or folded down.
Outside rearview mirrors are mounted on the doors. If you

choose to remove the doors, see an 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.

• If you remove the doors, store them outside the

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

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