Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual / IN CASE OF EMERGENCY / JUMP STARTING / Jump Starting Procedure

Jeep Wrangler: JUMP STARTING / Jump Starting Procedure

WARNING!

Failure to follow this jump starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.

CAUTION!

Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.

NOTE:

Make sure at all times that unused ends of jumper cables are not contacting each other or either vehicle while making connections.

Preparations For Jump Start

Supplemental Battery — If Equipped WARNING! Only use the positive battery post on the main battery to jump start your vehicle. Serious injury or death could result if you attempt to jump start using the supplemental battery...

Connecting The Jumper Cables

Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the remote positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery...

Other information:

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Closing The Hood

If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement” for additional information. To close the hood, remove the support rod from the slot and replace it on the hood panel retaining clip. Lower the hood slowly. Secure both of the hood latches. WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Preparations For Jacking

Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel...

Bi-Level Mode

Jeep Wrangler. Bi-Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.