Jeep Wrangler: DRIVING TIPS / Off-Road Driving Tips

On-Road Driving Tips

Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than conventional passenger cars...

Side Step Removal — If Equipped

NOTE: Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be removed to prevent damage if so equipped. Remove both nuts and bolt from the underside of the vehicle for each bracke Underside Nuts Remove the side step assembly...

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Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Selec-Speed Control (SSC) — If Equipped

SSC is intended for off-road driving in 4WD Low only. SSC maintains vehicle speed by actively controlling engine torque and brakes. SSC has three states: Off (feature is not enabled and will not activate) Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but activation conditions are not met, or driver is actively overriding with brake or throttle application) Active (feature is enabled and actively controlling vehicle speed) Enabling SSC SSC is enabled by pushing the SSC switch, but the following conditions must also be met to enable SSC: The driveline is in 4WD Low...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: STOP/START SYSTEM — MANUAL TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED)

The Engine Stop/Start (ESS) function is developed to reduce fuel consumption. The system will stop the engine automatically during a vehicle stop if the required conditions are met. Pressing the clutch pedal will automatically restart the vehicle...