2027 Jeep Gladiator Owner's Manual
Year:
2027
Make:
Jeep
Model:
Gladiator
Table of Contents
CONTENTS
3
INTRODUCTION
10
WELCOME
10
ROLLOVER WARNING
11
SYMBOLS KEY — DANGER, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
11
ROLLOVER WARNING
11
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
12
Campers
12
KEYS
17
Key Fob
17
To Lock/Unlock The Doors And Tailgate
17
Key Left Vehicle Feature
18
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
18
Programming And Requesting Additional Key Fobs
19
Sentry Key
19
Auto Key Off
19
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
19
Description
19
How To Use Remote Start
20
To Exit Remote Start Mode
20
Remote Start Front Defrost Activation — If Equipped
21
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
21
Remote Start Cancel Message
21
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
21
Description
21
To Arm The System
21
To Disarm The System
22
Rearming Of The System
22
Security System Manual Override
22
DOORS
22
Description
22
Manual Door Locks
22
Power Door Locks — If Equipped
23
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry (If Equipped)
23
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped
25
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors
25
Front Door Removal
25
Rear Door Removal (Four-Door Models)
28
Door Off Mirror Kit — If Equipped
30
Door Frame — If Equipped With A Soft Top
31
Door Frame Removal
32
Door Frame Installation
32
WINDOWS
33
Power Windows — If Equipped
33
Auto-Down Feature
34
Manual Sliding Rear Window — If Equipped
34
Window Lockout Switch
34
Wind Buffeting
35
MIRRORS
35
Inside Rearview Mirror
35
Manual Mirror — If Equipped
35
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
35
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors
35
Outside Mirrors
35
Power Mirrors — If Equipped
36
Outside Mirrors With Turn Signal — If Equipped
36
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
36
HEAD RESTRAINTS
36
Description
36
Front Head Restraints
37
Rear Head Restraints
37
FRONT SEATS
38
Description
38
Power Adjustment Front Seats — If Equipped
38
Reclining The Seatback Forward Or Rearward
38
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
38
Manual Adjustment Front Seats
39
Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
39
Manual Seat Height Adjustment
39
Manual Front Seatback Recline Adjustment
39
Lumbar Support
39
Manual Adjustment Rear Seats
40
60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat
40
Folding The Rear Seats
40
Rear Seat Stadium Position
41
Rear Seat Armrest — If Equipped
42
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
42
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
42
Important Safety Precautions
42
Seat Belt Systems
43
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)
43
Lap/Shoulder Belts
44
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
45
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
45
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage
46
Seat Belt Extender
46
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
46
Seat Belt Pretensioner
47
Energy Management Feature
47
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
47
Stow Clips Behind Rear Seat (Gladiator)
48
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (SRS)
48
Air Bag System Components
48
Air Bag Warning Light
48
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light
49
Front Air Bags
49
Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features
50
Front Air Bag Operation
50
Occupant Classification System (OCS) — Front Passenger Seat
51
Knee Impact Bolsters
56
Supplemental Side Air Bags
56
Air Bag System Components
57
If A Deployment Occurs
58
Enhanced Accident Response System
58
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
59
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
59
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
59
CHILD RESTRAINTS
59
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
60
Infant And Child Restraints
61
Older Children And Child Restraints
61
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
61
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
62
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH)
63
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
63
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
65
Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages
65
Center Seat LATCH
65
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
66
How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:
66
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
66
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
67
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
68
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage
68
STEERING WHEEL AND CONTROLS
69
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
69
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
69
Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering
70
START BUTTON
70
Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ Ignition — Gas Models Only
70
WIPERS AND WASHERS
72
Description
72
Windshield Wiper Operation
72
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
73
Headlight Switch
73
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) — If Equipped
73
High/Low Beam Switch
74
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control — If Equipped
74
Flash-To-Pass
74
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
74
Lights-On Reminder
74
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped
74
Turn Signals
75
Lane Change Assist — If Equipped
75
Bed Lights — If Equipped
75
INTERIOR LIGHTS
75
Interior Courtesy Lights
75
Dimmer Control
76
ROOF SYSTEMS
76
Gladiator Tops
76
Provided Tools
76
Lowering The Soft Top
77
Removing The Rear Window And Quarter Panel Cover Assemblies
80
Soft Top Rear Window Storage Bag — If Equipped
81
Raising The Soft Top
82
Removing The Soft Top
83
Installing The Soft Top
83
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Removal
85
Hard Top Panel(s) Storage Bag — If Equipped
87
Hard Top Front Panel(s) Installation
87
Removing The Hard Top
87
Installing The Hard Top
89
Sunrider® For Hard Top — If Equipped
89
Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped
91
Bed Rail Tie Down System — If Equipped
92
Folding Windshield
93
Lowering The Windshield
93
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)/Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Sensor Protective Cover — If Equipped
94
Raising The Windshield
94
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HOMELINK®) — IF EQUIPPED
95
Description
95
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®
96
Erasing All The HomeLink® Channels
96
Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device
96
Programming HomeLink® To A Garage Door Opener
96
Programming HomeLink® To A Miscellaneous Device
97
Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button
97
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
97
Security
98
Troubleshooting Tips
98
INTERIOR STORAGE AND FEATURES
98
Storage
98
Glove Compartment
98
Console Storage Compartment
99
Under Seat Storage — If Equipped
99
Rear Behind Seat Storage — If Equipped
100
Lighted Cupholders — If Equipped
100
AUX/USB Control
100
Jeep® Wireless Speaker — If Equipped
101
Getting To Know Your Speaker
102
Jeep® Wireless Speaker Location
102
Charging External Devices
102
Charging The Speaker
103
Operating Temperature
103
Phone & Bluetooth® Pairing
103
Resetting Your Jeep® Wireless Speaker
104
Speakerphone
104
Volume And Playback Control
104
Qualcomm TrueWireless™ Stereo
104
Waterproof Features
104
Warnings, Caution & Legal Information
104
Power Outlets
105
Auxiliary Switches — If Equipped
106
Power Inverters — If Equipped
108
TAILGATE
108
Opening
108
Three-Position Tailgate
109
Closing
110
Tonneau Cover — If Equipped
110
Tonneau Cover Installation
110
Tonneau Cover Removal
111
Tonneau Cover Precautions
112
Bed Rail Tie Down System — If Equipped
113
HOOD
113
Opening The Hood
113
Closing The Hood
114
DASHBOARD INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
115
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
115
3.5-Inch Instrument Cluster
115
7-Inch Instrument Cluster
116
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
116
Instrument Cluster Display
117
Instrument Cluster Display Location And Controls
117
Oil Change Reset
118
Display — If Equipped
118
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items
119
Speedometer
119
Vehicle Info
119
Off Road — If Equipped
119
Driver Assist — If Equipped
119
Fuel Economy
120
Trip
120
Stop/Start — If Equipped
120
Audio
120
Stored Messages
120
Screen Setup
120
Battery Saver On/Battery Saver Mode Message — Electrical Load Reduction Actions — If Equipped
121
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
122
Red Warning Lights
122
Air Bag Warning Light
122
Brake Warning Light
122
Battery Charge Warning Light
123
Door Open Warning Light
123
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault Warning Light
123
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
123
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
124
Hood Open Warning Light
124
Oil Pressure Warning Light
124
Oil Temperature Warning Light
124
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
124
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
124
Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
125
Yellow Warning Lights
125
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
125
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light — If Equipped
125
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light — If Equipped
125
Fuel Level Sensor Failure Warning Light
125
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Warning Light — If Equipped
125
Low Fuel Warning Light
125
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light — If Equipped
125
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
125
Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
126
Service Adaptive Cruise Control Warning Light — If Equipped
126
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light — If Equipped
126
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light — If Equipped
126
Sway Bar Fault Warning Light
126
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
126
Yellow Indicator Lights
127
4WD Indicator Light — If Equipped
127
4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
127
4WD Part Time Indicator Light — If Equipped
127
Axle Locker Fault Indicator Light
127
Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light
127
Front And Rear Axle Lock Indicator Light
127
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator Light — If Equipped
127
Neutral Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
Sway Bar Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
Cargo Light On Indicator Light
128
Green Indicator Lights
128
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No Target Detected Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With Target Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
4WD Auto Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — If Equipped With A Premium Instrument Cluster
128
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light
128
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — If Equipped
128
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
128
Rear Seat Belt Fastened Indicator Light
128
White Indicator Lights
129
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready Indicator Light — If Equipped
129
Two-Wheel Drive High Indicator Light — If Equipped With A Premium Instrument Cluster
129
Rear Seat Unoccupied Indicator Light — If Equipped
129
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light
129
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light — If Equipped With A Base Instrument Cluster
129
Cruise Control SET Indicator Light — If Equipped With A Base Instrument Cluster
129
Selec Speed Control (SSC) Indicator Light — If Equipped
129
Blue Indicator Lights
129
High Beam Indicator Light
129
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
129
Description
129
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
130
Description
130
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
130
CLIMATE CONTROLS
131
Description
131
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions And Functions
131
MAX A/C Button
131
A/C Button
131
Recirculation Button
131
AUTO Button
131
Front Defrost
131
Rear Defrost Button
132
Driver And Passenger Temperature Up And Down Buttons
132
SYNC Button
132
Blower Control
132
Mode Control
132
Panel Mode
132
Bi-Level Mode
133
Floor Mode
133
Mix Mode
133
Climate Control OFF Button
133
Manual Climate Control Descriptions And Functions
133
MAX A/C Setting
133
A/C Button
133
Recirculation Button
133
Front Defrost
133
Rear Defrost Button
134
Temperature Control
134
Blower Control
134
Mode Control
134
Panel Mode
134
Bi-Level Mode
134
Floor Mode
134
Mix Mode
134
Climate Control OFF Button
134
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
135
Automatic Operation
135
Manual Operation Override
135
Climate Voice Commands
135
Operating Tips
135
Summer Operation
135
Winter Operation
135
Vacation/Storage
135
Window Fogging
135
Outside Air Intake
135
Cabin Air Filter
135
Stop/Start System — If Equipped
136
Operating Tips Chart
136
INFOTAINMENT
137
INTRODUCTION
137
Identifying Your Radio
137
RADIO OPERATION, MOBILE PHONES, AND CYBERSECURITY
137
Description
137
Regulatory And Safety Information
137
Cybersecurity
137
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS
138
Steering Wheel Audio Controls — If Equipped
138
Radio Operation
138
Media Mode
138
Uconnect Voice Recognition
138
Introducing Voice Recognition
138
Basic Voice Commands
138
Get Started
138
Additional Information
139
Uconnect Settings
139
Customer Programmable Features
139
More Information Icon
140
Display
140
My Profile
140
Safety/Assistance
140
Clock & Date
140
Phone/Bluetooth®
140
Voice
140
Navigation
140
Camera
140
Mirrors & Wipers
140
Lights
140
Doors & Locks
140
Seats & Comfort
140
AUX Switches
141
Key Off Options
141
Audio
141
SiriusXM® Setup
141
Reset
141
System Information
141
OFF-ROAD PAGES — IF EQUIPPED
141
Vehicle Dynamics
141
Accessory Gauge
141
Pitch & Roll
142
TrailCam — If Equipped
142
GPS Trail Logs (Trail Recording) — If Equipped
142
STARTING AND OPERATING
145
STARTING PROCEDURE
145
Description
145
Automatic Transmission
145
Normal Starting
145
AutoPark
146
Extreme Cold Weather
147
Extended Park Starting
147
If Engine Fails To Start
147
After Starting
147
Stop/Start System
148
Start/Stop Mode
148
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop
148
To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode
149
To Manually Turn Off The Stop/Start System
149
To Manually Turn On The Stop/Start System
149
System Malfunction
149
BRAKES
149
Brake System
149
Parking Brake
150
TRANSMISSIONS
150
Automatic Transmission
150
Ignition Park Interlock
151
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) System
151
Automatic Transmission
151
Gear Ranges
152
Transmission Limp Home Mode
154
AutoStick
154
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE — IF EQUIPPED
155
Four-Position Transfer Case — If Equipped
155
Shifting Procedures
156
2H To 4H Or 4H To 2H
156
4H To 4L Or 4L To 4H
156
Five-Position Transfer Case — If Equipped
156
Shifting Procedures
158
2H To 4H AUTO Or 4H AUTO To 2H
158
2H/4H AUTO To 4H PART TIME Or 4H PART TIME To 2H/4H AUTO
158
4H PART TIME/4H AUTO To 4L Or 4L To 4H PART TIME/4H AUTO
158
Trac-Lok Rear Axle — If Equipped
158
Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Front And Rear — If Equipped
158
Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Rear Only — If Equipped
159
Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Rear Only For High Speed Operation — If Equipped
159
Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect — If Equipped
160
— If Equipped
161
Winch Usage — If Equipped
162
Things To Know Before Using Your Winch
162
General Winch Information
162
Tensioning The Winch Rope
162
Understanding The Features Of Your Winch
162
Winch Accessories
163
Operating Your Winch
163
General Information
163
Vehicle Recovery Using The Winch
164
Rigging Techniques
167
How To Change The Pulling Direction
167
Increasing Pulling Power
167
Double Line
167
REFUELING THE VEHICLE
168
Description
168
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
168
VEHICLE LOADING
169
Certification Label
169
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
169
Payload
169
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
169
Tire Size
169
Rim Size
169
Inflation Pressure
169
Curb Weight
169
Loading
169
RECREATIONAL TOWING
170
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
170
Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
170
Shifting Into N (Neutral)
171
Shifting Out of N (Neutral)
171
TRAILER TOWING
172
Description
172
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
172
Common Towing Definitions
172
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
172
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
172
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
172
Tongue Weight (TW)
172
Frontal Area
172
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) — If Equipped
172
Weight-Carrying Hitch
172
Weight-Distributing Hitch
172
Trailer Hitch Classification
173
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
174
Trailer And Tongue Weight
174
Towing Requirements
174
Towing Requirements — Tires
175
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
175
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
175
Towing Tips
176
Automatic Transmission
176
AutoStick
176
Cruise Control — If Equipped
176
DRIVING TIPS
176
On-Road Driving Tips
176
Off-Road Driving Tips
177
Side Step Removal — If Equipped
177
Bumper End Cap Removal — If Equipped
177
The Basics Of Off-Road Driving
178
When To Use 4L Range
178
Simultaneous Brake And Throttle Operation
178
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
178
Snow
178
Mud
178
Sand
179
Crossing Obstacles (Rocks And Other High Points)
179
Using A Spotter
179
Crossing Large Rocks
179
Crossing A Ravine, Gully, Ditch, Washout Or Rut
179
Crossing Logs
180
Getting High-Centered
180
Hill Climbing
180
Before Climbing A Steep Hill
180
Driving Up Hill
180
Driving Downhill
180
Driving Across An Incline
180
If You Stall Or Begin To Lose Headway
181
Driving Through Water
181
Before You Cross Any Type Of Water
181
Crossing Puddles, Pools, Flooded Areas Or Other Standing Water
181
Crossing Ditches, Streams, Shallow Rivers Or Other Flowing Water
181
After Driving Off-Road
182
ENHANCED DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
183
SENSORS
183
Rear Seat Reminder Alert (RSRA)
183
COLLISION AVOIDANCE ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
183
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With Mitigation — If Equipped
183
Turning FCW On Or Off
184
FCW Braking Status And Sensitivity
184
FCW Limited Warning
185
Service FCW Warning
185
Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) — If Equipped
185
Brake Assist System (BAS)
186
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
186
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
186
ESC Operating Modes
187
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light
187
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
188
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
188
Traction Control System (TCS)
188
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
189
BRAKING PERFORMANCE ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
189
Brake System Warning Light
189
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
189
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
190
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
190
Rain Brake Support (RBS)
190
Ready Alert Braking (RAB)
190
VISIBILITY ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
190
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) — If Equipped
190
Rear Cross Path (RCP)
192
Blind Spot Modes
193
PARKING AND REVERSE OPERATIONS ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
194
ParkSense Front/Rear Part Assist System — If Equipped
194
ParkSense Sensors
194
ParkSense Warning Display
194
ParkSense Display
194
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense
197
Service The ParkSense Park Assist System
197
Cleaning The ParkSense System
197
ParkSense System Usage Precautions
197
ParkView Rear Backup Camera
198
TrailCam System — If Equipped
199
SPEED CONTROL ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
200
Cruise Control Systems — If Equipped
200
Cruise Control
201
To Activate
201
To Set A Desired Speed
201
To Vary The Speed Setting
201
To Accelerate For Passing
201
Using Cruise Control On Hills
201
To Resume Speed
202
To Deactivate
202
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
202
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operation
203
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Menu
203
Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
203
To Activate/Deactivate
204
To Set A Desired Speed
204
To Cancel
204
To Turn Off
205
To Resume
205
To Vary The Speed Setting
205
Setting The Following Distance In ACC
205
Overtake Aid
206
ACC Operation At A Stop (Automatic Transmission Only)
206
Display Warnings And Maintenance
207
“Wipe Front Radar Sensor In Front Of Vehicle” Warning
207
“Clean Front Windshield” Warning
207
Service ACC/FCW Warning
207
Precautions While Driving With ACC
207
Towing A Trailer
208
Offset Driving
208
Turns And Bends
208
Using ACC On Hills
208
Lane Changing
208
Narrow Vehicles
208
Stationary Objects And Vehicles
209
OFF ROAD OPERATIONS ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
209
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
209
Disabling And Enabling HSA
209
Towing With HSA
209
Selec-Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped
210
UTILITY FEATURES ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
211
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
211
System Operation
212
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
213
Service TPMS Warning
213
Tire Fill Alert
214
Selectable Tire Fill Alert — If Equipped
214
TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped
215
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
216
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
216
Description
216
ASSIST AND SOS — IF EQUIPPED
216
Assist And SOS System — If Equipped
216
JACKING THE VEHICLE AND WHEEL CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED
218
Preparations For Jacking
218
Jack Location
219
Spare Tire Location And Removal
220
Jacking Instructions
221
To Stow The Flat Or Spare
223
Reinstalling The Jack And Tools
224
JUMP STARTING
225
Description
225
Preparations For Jump Start
225
Jump Starting Procedure
226
REFUELING IN AN EMERGENCY — IF EQUIPPED
227
Description
227
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
228
Description
228
OVERRIDE - IF EQUIPPED
228
Description
228
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
229
Description
229
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
229
Four–Wheel Drive Models
230
Without The Key Fob
230
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped
230
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)
231
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
231
MAINTENANCE AND VEHICLE CARE
232
SAFETY TIPS
232
Transporting Passengers
232
Transporting Pets
232
Connected Vehicles
232
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
232
Seat Belts
232
Air Bag Warning Light
232
Defroster
232
Floor Mat Safety Information
233
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
233
Tires
233
Lights
233
Door Latches
233
Fluid Leaks
233
Exhaust Gas
234
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
234
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
234
Description
234
Maintenance Plan
235
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
239
3.6L Engine
239
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
240
Description
240
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
240
Description
240
Engine Oil
240
Engine Oil Selection
240
American Petroleum Institute (API) Approved Engine Oil
240
Synthetic Engine Oils
240
Materials Added To Engine Oil
240
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
240
Checking Oil Level
241
Engine Oil Filter
241
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
241
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and Replacement
241
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
242
Air Conditioner Maintenance
243
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R-1234yf
243
Cabin Air Filter Replacement
243
Maintenance-Free Battery
244
Pressure Washing
245
Body Lubrication
245
Windshield Wiper Blades
245
Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
246
Adding Washer Fluid
246
Exhaust System
247
Cooling System
247
Coolant Checks
248
Cooling System — Drain, Flush, And Refill
248
Selection Of Coolant
248
Adding Coolant
248
Cooling System Pressure Cap
249
Disposal Of Used Coolant
249
Coolant Level
249
Cooling System Notes
249
Brake System
250
Fluid Level Check — Brake Master Cylinder
250
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
250
Fluid Level Check
250
Adding Fluid
250
Selection Of Lubricant
250
Transfer Case
250
Fluid Level Check
250
Drain And Refill
251
Selection Of Lubricant
251
— If Equipped
251
Special Additives
251
Fluid Level Check
251
Fluid And Filter Changes
251
Selection Of Lubricant
251
FUSES
251
General Information
251
Power Distribution Center (PDC)
252
LIGHT REPLACEMENT
260
Replacement Bulbs, Names, And Part Numbers
260
Bulb Replacement
261
Halogen Headlamps — If Equipped
261
Front Park/Turn Signal
262
LED Front Side Marker
262
Front Fog Lamp — If Equipped
262
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Backup Lamp — If Equipped
262
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
263
License Plate Lamps — If Equipped
263
TIRES AND WHEELS
263
Tire Safety Information
263
Tire Markings
263
Tire Sizing Chart
264
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
266
Tire Terminology And Definitions
267
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
267
Loading
268
Tires — General Information
270
Tire Pressure
270
Tire Inflation Pressures
270
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
271
Radial Ply Tires
271
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
271
Tire Spinning
271
Tread Wear Indicators
271
Life Of Tire
272
Replacement Tires
272
Tire Types
273
All Season Tires — If Equipped
273
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
273
Snow Tires
273
Spare Tires — If Equipped
273
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
273
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
273
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
274
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
274
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
274
Snow Traction Devices
275
Tire Rotation Recommendations
276
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
276
Description
276
Treadwear
277
Traction Grades
277
Temperature Grades
277
VEHICLE STORAGE
278
Description
278
BODYWORK AND EXTERIOR CARE
278
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
278
What Causes Corrosion?
278
Body And Underbody Maintenance
279
Cleaning Headlights
279
Exterior Lamp Lens Fogging or Condensation
279
Preserving The Bodywork
279
Washing
279
Special Care
279
Appearance Care For Fabric Top Models
280
Care Of Fabric Top Windows
280
INTERIOR CARE
281
Carpet Safety Information
281
Carpet Removal
281
Seats And Fabric Parts
282
Seat Belt Maintenance
282
Plastic And Coated Parts
283
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
283
Leather Surfaces
283
Glass Surfaces
283
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
284
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
284
Description
284
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
284
Description
284
3.6L Engine
284
Reformulated Gasoline
284
Materials Added To Fuel
284
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
284
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
285
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
285
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline
285
Fuel System Cautions
285
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
286
Engine Fluid and Lubricants
286
Chassis Fluids And Lubricants
287
FLUID CAPACITIES
288
Specifications
288
WHEEL AND TIRES
288
Description
288
Torque Specifications
288
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
290
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
290
Roadside Assistance
290
For California Residents
291
FCA US LLC Customer Center
291
FCA Canada Customer Care
292
Mexico
292
Puerto Rico And US Virgin Islands
292
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
292
Service Contract
292
Warranty Information
292
Mopar® Parts
293
Reporting Safety Defects
293
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
293
In Canada
293
Accessing Additional Owner’s Information
293
Change Of Ownership Or Address
293
General Information
294
INDEX
295
2027 Jeep Gladiator Overview
Owner's Manual
The Owner's Manual for the 2027 Jeep Gladiator is the primary resource that explains safe operation, routine maintenance, and recommended service schedules. It guides new owners through vehicle controls, settings, warning indicators, and cargo or towing limits. Use it to understand tire pressures, fluid types, fuse locations, and scheduled inspections. Regular reference prevents premature wear, maintains warranty coverage, supports safe off-road use, and helps owners confidently personalize settings without risking vehicle integrity.
Introduction
The 2027 Jeep Gladiator blends pickup utility with iconic Jeep capability, tailored for drivers who want on-road refinement and uncompromising off-road performance. Its short-bed truck layout, removable roof panels, and robust frame make it equally at home in daily commutes, weekend adventures, and trail work. Refined interior materials, updated infotainment, and modular storage solutions balance comfort and practicality, while purposeful styling signals capability and ruggedness.
Powertrains
A selection of modern powertrains meets varied needs: an efficient turbocharged four-cylinder for everyday driving, a torque-rich V6 for towing and spirited off-road use, and an optional mild-hybrid system that improves low-speed responsiveness and fuel economy. Advanced transmissions and selectable drive modes optimize traction across sand, mud, rock, and highway. Engineers tuned chassis and calibration to preserve low-end torque and deliver predictable throttle response under load.
Trims
Available trims range from practical to extreme: a base utility model with durable materials and essential tech for work-focused owners, a mid-level Overland with enhanced comfort and convenience, a Desert-tuned Mojave for high-speed sandy terrain, and an uncompromising Rubicon with heavy-duty axles, enhanced crawl ratios, and locking differentials. Special edition packages add cosmetic touches, expanded towing, and tailored off-road hardware to match owner priorities and regional demands.
Features
Features emphasize capability and daily usability: a durable steel frame and reinforced bed, factory-integrated tow hooks, and a full suite of driver-assist systems for highway confidence. Interior appointments include a large touchscreen with wireless smartphone integration, premium materials, and configurable storage. Removable doors and roof sections, native skidplates, heavy-duty suspension options, and all-terrain tires support serious off-road use. Owners also benefit from customizable drive modes, precise trail camera views, and intuitive controls designed for gloved-hand operation and enhanced durability testing.
User manual download
The Jeep Gladiator owner manual for the 2027 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2027 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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