2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Owner's Manual
Year:
2016
Make:
Jeep
Model:
Wrangler Unlimited
Rating:
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
5
INTRODUCTION
6
ROLLOVER WARNING
7
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
8
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
10
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
10
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
11
Ignition Key Removal
16
Replacement Keys
19
Customer Key Programming
20
Rearming The System
22
To Arm The System
22
To Disarm The System
23
To Unlock The Doors And Swing Gate
25
Remote Key Unlock On First Push
25
To Lock The Doors And Swing Gate
26
Sound Horn On Lock
27
Using The Panic Alarm
27
To Turn Off Flash Lights With Lock
28
Programming Additional Transmitters
28
Transmitter Battery Replacement
29
How To Use Remote Start
31
Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
32
To Enter Remote Start
32
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The Vehicle
33
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
33
Upper Half Door Window Removal — If Equipped
34
Upper Half Door Window Installation — If Equipped
34
Front Door Removal
35
Manual Door Locks
40
Power Door Locks — If Equipped
42
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
43
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit — If Equipped
43
Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit Programming
43
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors
44
Power Windows — If Equipped
45
Auto-Down
46
Window Lockout Switch — Four-Door Models
47
Rear Power Windows — Four-Door Models
48
Wind Buffeting
48
Important Safety Precautions
50
Seat Belt Systems
51
Driver And Passenger BeltAlert (If Equipped)
51
Lap/Shoulder Belts
53
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
56
Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor Lockout
58
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
58
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
59
Seat Belt Extender
60
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
61
Seat Belt Pretensioner
61
Energy Management Feature
62
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
62
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
65
Air Bag System Components
65
Advanced Front Air Bags
65
Advanced Front Air Bag Features
67
Advanced Front Air Bag Operation
68
Knee Impact Bolsters
69
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs)
69
If A Deployment Occurs
71
Enhanced Accident Response System
73
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
73
Air Bag Warning Light
73
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
75
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
76
Child Restraints
77
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
78
Infants And Child Restraints
79
Older Children And Child Restraints
80
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
81
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
83
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System
84
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
85
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
88
Locating Tether Anchorages
89
Center Seat LATCH: Two Door
90
Center Seat LATCH: Four Door
90
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
91
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt:
92
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
93
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
94
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
96
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage:
97
Transporting Pets
100
Transporting Passengers
101
Exhaust Gas
102
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
103
Seat Belts
103
Air Bag Warning Light
103
Defroster
104
Floor Mat Safety Information
104
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
105
Tires
105
Lights
106
Door Latches
106
Fluid Leaks
106
Inside Day/Night Mirror — If Equipped
113
Outside Mirrors
114
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
114
Power Mirrors — If Equipped
115
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
116
Operation
119
Voice Command Tree
120
Help Command
120
Cancel Command
120
Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone to a Mobile Phone
120
Dial by Saying a Number
121
Call by Saying a Name
122
Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone
122
Add Names to Your Uconnect Phonebook
123
Edit Uconnect Phonebook Entries
124
Delete Uconnect Phonebook Entry
125
Delete/Erase “All” Uconnect Phonebook Entries
126
List All Names in the Uconnect Phonebook
126
Phone Call Features
127
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress
127
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress
127
Making a Second Call While Current Call is in Progress
127
Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold
128
Toggling Between Calls
128
Conference Call
128
Three-Way Calling
128
Call Termination
129
Redial
129
Call Continuation
129
Uconnect Phone Features
130
Language Selection
130
Emergency Assistance
130
Roadside Assistance/Towing Assistance
131
Paging
132
Voice Mail Calling
132
Working with Automated Systems
132
Barge In – Overriding Prompts
133
Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off
133
Phone And Network Status Indicators
134
Dialing Using The Mobile Phone Keypad
134
Mute/Un-Mute (Mute ON/OFF)
135
Advanced Phone Connectivity
135
Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone
135
Connect or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect Phone and Mobile Phone
135
List Paired Mobile Phone Names
135
Select Another Mobile Phone
136
Delete Uconnect Phone Paired Mobile Phones
136
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone
137
Uconnect Phone Tutorial
137
Voice Training
137
Reset
138
Voice Command
138
Far End Audio Performance
139
Recent Calls
140
Voice Text Reply
140
Bluetooth Communication Link
142
Power-Up
142
Voice Command System Operation
148
Commands
150
Changing The Volume
150
Main Menu
150
Radio AM
151
Radio FM
151
Satellite Radio
151
Disc Mode
152
USB Mode
152
Bluetooth Streaming (BT) Mode
152
Memo Mode
153
Setup
153
Front Seat Adjustment
155
Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If Equipped
156
Front Seatback Recline
156
Front Passenger Easy Entry Seat — Two-Door Models
157
Tip n' Slide Seats — Two-Door Models
158
Driver's Seat
158
Passenger Seat
159
Heated Seats — If Equipped
161
Head Restraints
162
Front Head Restraints
162
Rear Head Restraints — 2 Door Model
163
Rear Head Restraints — 4 Door Model
164
Removing the Rear Seat — Two-Door Models
165
Replacing The Rear Seat — Two-Door Models
167
60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat — Four-Door Models
167
To Fold Down The Rear Seat
168
To Raise The Rear Seat
169
Multifunction Lever
170
Headlights And Parking Lights
171
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
171
Turn Signals
172
Lane Change Assist
173
Lights-On Reminder
173
High/Low Beam Switch
173
Flash-To-Pass
173
Front Fog Lights
173
Instrument Panel Dimmer
174
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
174
Interior Lights
175
Courtesy/Reading Lights
175
Windshield Wiper Operation
179
Intermittent Wiper System
180
Windshield Washers
181
Mist Feature
181
To Activate
184
To Set A Desired Speed
184
To Deactivate
185
To Resume Speed
185
To Vary The Speed Setting
185
To Accelerate For Passing
186
Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills
186
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
187
Front Cupholders
193
Glove Compartment
194
Console Storage Compartment
194
Removing The Soft Top — Two-Door Models
196
Removing The Soft Top — Four-Door Models
201
Front Panel(s) Removal
209
Freedom Top Storage Bag
211
Front Panel(s) Installation
215
Front Panel(s) Installation With Rear Hard Top Removed
216
Rear Hard Top Removal
216
Door Frame Removal
221
Door Frame Installation — Two-Door Models — If Equipped
223
Quick Steps To Lowering The Soft Top
230
Quick Steps To Raising The Soft Top
234
Lowering The Soft Top
239
Opening The Sunrider
258
Quick Steps For Lowering The Soft Top
263
Quick Steps For Raising The Soft Top
268
Folding Down The Soft Top
274
Opening The Sunrider
294
Lowering The Windshield And Removing Side Bars
298
Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped
303
Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped
304
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
307
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
311
Red Telltale Indicator Lights
317
Charging System Warning Light
317
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
318
Oil Pressure Warning Light
319
Brake Warning Light
320
Air Bag Warning Light
322
Coolant Temperature Warning Light
323
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
324
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
325
Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights
326
Low Fuel Warning Indicator Light
326
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
327
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
328
Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light
330
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
333
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped
334
Front Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped
334
Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light — If Equipped
335
4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
335
Sway Bar Indicator Light — If Equipped
336
Green Telltale Indicator Lights
336
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
336
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
337
White Telltale Indicator Lights
337
Cruise Control On Indicator Light
337
Hill Decent Control (HDC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
338
Blue Telltale Indicator Lights
339
Control Buttons
340
Compass/Temperature Display
342
Compass Variance
342
To Set The Variance
342
Manual Compass Calibration
343
Average Fuel Economy / Distance To Empty (DTE) / Elapsed Time
344
Trip Conditions
344
Trip Odometer (ODO) / ECO (Fuel Saver Indicator) — If Equipped
344
Trip A
345
Trip B
345
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
348
EVIC Main Menu
349
Compass, Outside Temperature Display / ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped
350
ECO (Fuel Saver Mode) — If Equipped
351
Automatic Compass Calibration
351
Manual Compass Calibration
351
Compass Variance
352
Digital Speedometer
353
Average Fuel Economy
353
Distance To Empty (DTE)
353
Elapsed Time
354
Vehicle Information
354
Oil Change Required
355
EVIC Units Selection (UNITS IN Display)
355
System Warnings
356
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
356
Language
356
Auto Lock Doors — IF Equipped
356
Auto Unlock On Exit
357
RKE Unlock — If Equipped
357
Sound Horn With Lock
357
Flash Lamp with Lock
357
Headlamp Off Delay
357
Headlamps with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)
358
Key Off Power Delay
358
Illumin. Approach
358
Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped
358
Display Units In
359
Nav–Turn By Turn — If Equipped
359
Display Fuel Saver — If Equipped
359
Compass Variance
359
Calibrate Compass
359
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode
360
Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
360
Electronic Volume Control
360
SEEK Buttons
360
TIME Button
361
Clock Setting Procedure
361
RW/FF
361
TUNE Control
361
Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade
361
AM/FM Button
362
SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
362
Buttons 1 - 6
363
DISC Button
363
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play
363
Inserting Compact Disc(s)
363
EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD
364
SEEK Button
364
TIME Button
365
RW/FF
365
AM/FM Button
365
SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)
365
Notes On Playing MP3 Files
365
Supported Media (Disc Types)
365
Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
366
Supported MP3 File Formats
366
Playback Of MP3 Files
367
Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode
368
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode
369
Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
369
Electronic Volume Control
369
SEEK Buttons
369
Voice Command System (Radio) — If Equipped
370
Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped
370
Phone Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped
370
TIME Button
370
Clock Setting Procedure
370
INFO Button
371
RW/FF
371
TUNE Control
371
Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade
372
MUSIC TYPE Button
372
SETUP Button
374
AM/FM Button
374
SET/RND Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
374
Buttons 1 - 6
375
DISC/AUX Button
375
Operation Instructions — CD MODE For CD And MP3 Audio Play
375
Inserting Compact Disc(s)
375
EJECT Button — Ejecting A CD
376
SEEK Button
377
TIME Button
377
RW/FF
377
AM/FM Button
377
SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)
377
Notes On Playing MP3 Files
377
Supported Media (Disc Types)
378
Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
378
Supported MP3 File Formats
379
Playback Of MP3 Files
380
LIST Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play
380
INFO Button — CD Mode For MP3 Play
380
Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode
381
TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)
381
Uconnect (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped
381
System Activation
381
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
382
ESN/SID Access
382
Selecting Uconnect (Satellite) Mode
382
Satellite Antenna
382
Reception Quality
383
Operating Instructions — Uconnect (Satellite) Mode
383
SEEK Buttons
383
SCAN Button
383
INFO Button
383
RW/FF
384
TUNE Control (Rotary)
384
MUSIC TYPE Button
384
SETUP Button
384
SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
385
Buttons 1 - 6
385
Operating Instructions — Radio Mode
386
Power Switch/Volume Control (Rotary)
386
Electronic Volume Control
386
SEEK Buttons
386
SCAN Button
387
Voice Command Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped
387
Phone Button Uconnect Phone — If Equipped
387
TIME Button
387
Clock Setting Procedure
387
INFO Button
388
RW/FF
388
TUNE Control
388
Setting The Tone, Balance And Fade
388
MUSIC TYPE Button
389
SETUP Button
391
AM and FM Buttons
393
SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
394
Buttons 1 - 6
394
DISC Button
394
Operation Instructions — DISC Mode For CD And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD – Video
394
LOAD Button — Loading Compact Disc(s)
395
Eject Button — Ejecting Compact Disc(s)
395
SEEK Button (CD MODE)
396
SCAN Button (CD MODE)
396
TIME Button (CD MODE)
396
RW/FF (CD MODE)
396
AM Or FM Button (CD MODE)
396
Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files
396
Supported Media (Disc Types)
397
Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)
397
Supported MP3/WMA File Formats
398
Playback Of MP3/WMA Files
399
LIST Button — DISC Mode For MP3/WMA Play
399
INFO Button — DISC Mode For MP3/WMA Play
399
Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode
400
SEEK Button (Auxiliary Mode)
400
SCAN Button (Auxiliary Mode)
400
EJECT Button (Auxiliary Mode)
400
TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)
400
RW/FF (Auxiliary Mode)
401
SET Button (Auxiliary Mode)
401
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped
401
Operating Instructions (Uconnect Phone) — If Equipped
401
Dolby
401
Macrovision
401
DTS
401
Uconnect (Satellite Radio) — If Equipped
401
System Activation
402
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
402
ESN/SID Access
402
Selecting Uconnect (Satellite) Mode
403
Satellite Antenna
403
Reception Quality
403
Operating Instructions — Uconnect (Satellite) Mode
403
SEEK Buttons
403
SCAN Button
404
INFO Button
404
RW/FF
404
TUNE Control (Rotary)
404
MUSIC TYPE Button
404
SETUP Button
405
SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory
405
Operating Instructions (Voice Command System) — If Equipped
406
Connecting An External USB Device
407
Using This Feature
407
Controlling The iPod Or External USB Device Using Radio Buttons
408
Play Mode
408
List Or Browse Mode
409
Bluetooth Streaming Audio (BTSA)
411
Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons
412
Play Mode
412
Selecting A Different Audio Device
412
Next Track
412
Previous Track
412
Radio Operation
413
CD Player
414
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
417
Blower Control
417
Temperature Control
417
Air Conditioning Control
418
Mode Control (Air Direction)
418
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
421
Automatic Operation
421
Temperature Control
421
Blower Control
423
Manual Operation
423
Operating Tips
427
Summer Operation
427
Winter Operation
428
Vacation Storage
428
Window Fogging
428
Side Window Demisters
429
Outside Air Intake
429
A/C Air Filter — If Equipped
429
Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions
430
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
436
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
436
Normal Starting
437
Tip Start Feature — Automatic Transmission Only
437
Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or −30°C)
437
If Engine Fails To Start
437
After Starting
439
Shifting
441
Recommended Vehicle Shift Speeds
441
Downshifting
442
Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds
443
Key Ignition Park Interlock
446
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
446
Five-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
447
Gear Ranges
448
PARK (P)
448
REVERSE (R)
451
NEUTRAL (N)
451
DRIVE (D)
452
Transmission Limp Home Mode
452
Operating Instructions/Precautions
456
Shift Positions
458
2H Position
458
4H Position
458
N (Neutral) Position
458
4L Position
458
Shifting Procedure
459
2H to 4H or 4H to 2H
459
4H to 4L or 4L to 4H
459
TRAC-LOK REAR AXLE — IF EQUIPPED
460
AXLE LOCK (TRU–LOK) — RUBICON MODELS
461
ELECTRONIC SWAY BAR DISCONNECT — IF EQUIPPED
462
Side Step Removal — If Equipped
465
The Basics Of Off-Road Driving
466
When To Use 4L (Low) Range
467
Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation
467
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
468
Snow
468
Mud
468
Sand
468
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
469
Using A Spotter
470
Crossing Large Rocks
470
Crossing A Ravine, Gully, Ditch, Washout Or Rut
470
Crossing Logs
471
Getting High-Centered
471
Hill Climbing
472
Before Climbing A Steep Hill
472
Driving Up Hill
472
Driving Downhill
473
Driving Across An Incline
473
If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway
474
Driving Through Water
474
Before You Cross Any Type Of Water
475
Crossing Puddles, Pools, Flooded Areas Or Other Standing Water
476
Crossing Ditches, Streams, Shallow Rivers Or Other Flowing Water
476
Power Steering Fluid Check
479
PARKING BRAKE
480
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
483
Brake System Warning Light
483
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
484
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
485
Brake Assist System (BAS)
486
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
486
Towing With HSA
488
Disabling And Enabling HSA
488
Traction Control System (TCS)
489
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
490
4H Range (4WD Models)
491
4L Range (4WD Models)
494
2H Range (4WD Models) Or 2WD Models
495
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light and ESC OFF Indicator Light
496
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
497
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
498
Tire Markings
501
Tire Sizing Chart
502
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
504
Tire Terminology And Definitions
506
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
507
Tire And Loading Information Placard Location
507
Tire And Loading Information Placard
508
Tire Pressure
511
Safety
511
Fuel Economy
512
Tread Wear
512
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
512
Tire Inflation Pressures
512
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
514
Radial Ply Tires
514
Tire Types
515
All Season Tires — If Equipped
515
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
515
Snow Tires
516
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
516
Spare Tires — If Equipped
517
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
517
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
518
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
518
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
519
Tire Spinning
519
Tread Wear Indicators
520
Life Of Tire
521
Replacement Tires
521
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
523
Base TPM System
528
Premium System — If Equipped
531
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
532
SERVICE TPM SYSTEM Warning
533
3.6L Engine
536
Reformulated Gasoline
537
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
537
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
538
MMT In Gasoline
538
Materials Added To Fuel
539
Fuel System Cautions
539
Fuel Filler Cap
541
Certification Label
543
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
543
Payload
544
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
544
Tire Size
544
Rim Size
544
Inflation Pressure
544
Curb Weight
544
Common Towing Definitions
546
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
546
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
546
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
546
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
547
Tongue Weight (TW)
547
Frontal Area
547
Trailer Sway Control – If Equipped
547
Weight-Carrying Hitch
547
Weight-Distributing Hitch
548
Trailer Hitch Classification
548
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
550
Trailer And Tongue Weight
557
Towing Requirements
558
Towing Requirements — Tires
560
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
560
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
561
Towing Tips
563
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
563
AutoStick — If Equipped
564
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
564
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
565
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
566
Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)
567
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL (N)
569
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
571
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
572
Jack Location
576
Spare Tire Removal
577
Preparations For Jacking
577
Jacking Instructions
578
Preparations For Jump-Start
584
Jump Starting Procedure
585
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
587
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
588
Without The Ignition Key
592
Four–Wheel Drive Models
592
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
595
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
598
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
599
REPLACEMENT PARTS
600
Engine Oil
602
Checking Oil Level
602
Change Engine Oil
602
Engine Oil Selection
603
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
603
Engine Oil Viscosity — 3.6L Engine
604
Synthetic Engine Oils
604
Materials Added To Engine Oil
604
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
604
Engine Oil Filter
605
Engine Oil Filter Selection
605
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
605
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
606
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement — Gasoline Engine
606
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
609
Maintenance-Free Battery
611
Air Conditioner Maintenance
612
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If Equipped
613
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf — If Equipped
613
Air Conditioning Filter Replacement (A/C Air Filter)
614
Body Lubrication
616
Windshield Wiper Blades
617
Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
618
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
620
Adding Washer Fluid
623
Exhaust System
624
Cooling System
626
Engine Coolant Checks
626
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
627
Selection Of Coolant
627
Adding Coolant
628
Cooling System Pressure Cap
630
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
630
Engine Coolant Level
631
Points To Remember
631
Brake System
632
Power Disc Brakes
633
Brake Master Cylinder
633
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
634
Selection Of Lubricant
634
Special Additives
635
Fluid Level Check
635
Fluid And Filter Changes
637
Clutch Hydraulic System (Manual Transmission) — If Equipped
637
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
638
Selection Of Lubricant
638
Fluid Level Check
638
Frequency Of Fluid Change
638
Transfer Case
639
Fluid Level Check
639
Adding Fluid
639
Drain
639
Selection Of Lubricant
639
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
640
Fluid Level Check
640
Adding Fluid
640
Selection Of Lubricant
640
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
640
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
640
What Causes Corrosion?
641
Washing
641
Special Care
642
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
643
Interior Care
644
Glass Surfaces
645
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
645
Seat Belt Maintenance
645
Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models
646
Totally Integrated Power Module
650
VEHICLE STORAGE
656
Headlamp
658
Front Park/Turn Signal
659
Front Side Marker
659
Front Fog Lamp
659
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamp
660
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
660
Engine
662
Chassis
664
Maintenance Chart
668
Prepare For The Appointment
675
Prepare A List
675
FCA US LLC Customer Center
676
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
676
In Mexico Contact
677
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands
677
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
677
Service Contract
677
WARRANTY INFORMATION
679
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
679
In Canada
679
Treadwear
681
Traction Grades
681
Temperature Grades
682
INDEX
683
2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Overview
Introduction
The 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the quintessential off-road vehicle, blending ruggedness with modern comfort and technology. With its iconic design and unparalleled capability, this four-door SUV is perfect for outdoor adventurers and urban explorers alike. The Wrangler Unlimited offers a spacious interior, making it an ideal choice for families who appreciate both functionality and adventure.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2016 Wrangler Unlimited boasts a robust 3.6-liter V6 engine that delivers 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain is coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 5-speed automatic for a smooth driving experience. With its sturdy 4x4 capability and impressive ground clearance, the Wrangler Unlimited is designed to tackle any terrain, be it rocky trails or sandy beaches.
Trims
The 2016 Wrangler Unlimited is available in several well-equipped trims: the Sport, Sport S, Sahara, and the rugged Rubicon. Each trim level offers an array of features, with the Sport providing essential amenities while the Sahara adds additional comforts such as premium upholstery and advanced tech options. The Rubicon is geared for serious off-road enthusiasts, showcasing enhanced suspension, locking differentials, and specialized rock rails.
Features
Despite its rugged nature, the Wrangler Unlimited doesn’t skimp on technology and comfort. Standard features include a 5-inch touchscreen interface, Bluetooth connectivity, and a premium sound system in higher trims. Optional upgrades such as GPS navigation, leather seating, and a larger 6.5-inch touchscreen enhance the driving experience, making every journey enjoyable.
Owners Manual
The owners manual for the 2016 Wrangler Unlimited serves as a comprehensive guide, offering valuable insights into vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. It empowers owners to maximize their driving experience while ensuring their vehicle remains in top condition. This handy resource is an essential companion, making it easy to navigate the features and capabilities of this legendary SUV.
User manual download
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited owner manual for the 2016 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2016 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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