Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE / Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission

Jeep Wrangler: NORMAL OPERATION — DIESEL ENGINE / Cooling System Tips — Automatic Transmission

To reduce the potential for engine and transmission overheating in high ambient temperature conditions, take the following actions:

City Driving — When stopped, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N) and increase engine idle speed.
Highway Driving — Reduce your speed.
Up Steep Hills — Select a lower transmission gear.
Air Conditioning — Turn it off temporarily.

NOTE:

If the coolant temperature is too high, the A/C will automatically turn off.

Stopping The Engine

After full load operation, idle the engine for a few minutes before shutting it down. This idle period will allow the lubricating oil and coolant to carry excess heat away from the turbocharger...

Do Not Operate The Engine With Low Oil Pressure

If the low oil pressure warning light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut down the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when the light turns on...

Other information:

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Replacement Tires

The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. FCA strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size, quality and performance when replacement is needed...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Apple CarPlay®

Use this QR code to access your digital experience. Uconnect works seamlessly with Apple CarPlay®, the smarter, more secure way to use your iPhone® in the car, and stay focused on the road. Use your Uconnect Touchscreen display, the vehicle's knobs and controls, and your voice with Siri to get access to Apple Music®, Maps, Messages, and more...

Turn Signals. Lane Change Assist — If Equipped

Turn Signals

Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation.