Jeep Wrangler: Off-Road Driving Tips / 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.
The end caps on your vehicle’s front fascia/
bumper can be removed by following the steps
below:
NOTE:
Bumper end caps are removable on steel
fascia/bumper only...
Other information:
When the gear selector is in NEUTRAL, the
engine will start when the clutch pedal is
pressed (does not require complete/full pedal
press). The vehicle will go into STOP/START
SYSTEM NOT READY mode until the vehicle
speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h)...
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide
proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating...