Jeep Wrangler (2018 year). Manual — part 8

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.

6. Pull the handle back upward while squeezing the latch

plate, locking the latch into place.

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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.

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

cover, and insert the bottom tab into the clip.

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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.

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Install The Rear Window

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

right while keeping the window level.

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

the window from left to the right.

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

retainers.

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.

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

left corners.

SOFT TOP FOUR DOOR MODELS — IF EQUIPPED

WARNING!

• Do not drive the vehicle with the rear window

up/removed unless the quarter windows are also
removed. Dangerous exhaust gases could enter the
vehicle causing harm to the driver and passengers.

• The fabric quarter windows and fabric top are de-

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

• Make sure hands and fingers are clear of all pinch

points when installing and removing the soft tops.
The lift assist mechanism 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 installed. 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.

• 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
further information. It contains important informa-
tion 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.

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CAUTION! (Continued)

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.

• Careless handling and storage of the soft top may

damage the seals, causing water to leak into the
vehicle’s interior.

• The soft top must be positioned properly to ensure

sealing. Improper installation can cause water to leak
into the vehicle’s interior.

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Lowering The Soft Top

Side View Top And Components

1 — #1 Bow

6 — #6 Bow

2 — #2 Bow

7 — Rear Quarter Window

3 — #3 Bow

8 — Lower Window Retainer

4 — #4 Bow

9 — Front Window Retainer

5 — #5 Bow

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Rear View Top And Components

1 — Rear Window Retainer Attachment Points
2 — Quarter Window Pillars
3 — Swing Gate Bar Retainers

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NOTE:

The rear window and rear quarter windows must

be removed before lowering the soft top to prevent damage

to the top. Clean side and rear windows before removal to

assist in preventing scratching during removal of the soft

top. If the plastic retainers are difficult to operate due to

road dust, etc., clean them with a mild soap solution and a

small brush. Cleaning products are available through your

authorized dealer.

Remove The Rear Window:

1. With the swing gate open, remove the rear window’s

plastic retainers from the lower right and left corners.

2. Grasp the swing gate bar, rotate it outward and upward

releasing it from both the right and left retainers.

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3. While holding the window in place, slide the tailgate bar

to the left separating it from the rear window. Store in

soft window bag, or a safe location.

4. Remove the plastic retainers from both quarter window

pillars.

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5. While keeping the rear window level, slide to the left

until it is completely separate from its retainer. Do not
pull downward while removing the rear window.
Damage to the retainer could result.

Remove The Right And Left Quarter Windows:

1. Through the rear opening, push the bottom corner

outward and release tab from the bottom of the window

pillar.

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2. Starting at the rear of the vehicle, remove plastic retainer

from along the bottom of the window moving toward

the front of the vehicle.

3. Remove plastic retainer from the bottom to the top of

the front window.

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4. While keeping the window level, slide rearward until it

is completely separate from its retainer. Do not pull
downward while removing the window. Damage to
the retainer could result.

5. Store in soft window bag or a safe location.

Lowering The Soft Top Into Sunrider Position

1. After removing the rear window and quarter panel

windows, move to the front of the vehicle.

2. Fold both sun visors forward against the windshield.
3. Release the header latches from the crossbar by pulling

the handle downward. Make sure the hook is disen-

gaged from its receiver.

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4. From both the driver and passenger sides, lift up on the

#1 Bow of the soft top to start the operation.

5. Move to the side of the vehicle and use the side link to

fold the soft top rearward into the Sunrider position.

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