Jeep Wrangler: Off-Road Driving Tips / Bumper End Cap Removal
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.
-
Loosen the two bolts that retain the GAWR
bracket (Bolts #1 and #2) to the end cap
using a T45 torx bit screw driver. Do not
remove the bolts.
Bolt #1
Bolt #2
-
Remove the remaining 8 bolts.
- Gently remove the end cap from the vehicle
and store it where it will not get damaged.
- Repeat this procedure on the other side.
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...
You will encounter many types of terrain driving
off-road. You should be familiar with the terrain
and area before proceeding. There are many
types of surface conditions: hard-packed dirt,
gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow and ice...
Other information:
A rotary switch on the center portion of the
windshield wiper/washer lever controls the
operation of the rear wiper/washer function.
Rear Wiper/Washer Control
Rotate the switch upward to the
first
detent position for intermittent
operation and to the second detent
for continuous rear wiper operation...
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or
snow, it can often be moved using a rocking
motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to
clear the area around the front wheels. For
vehicles with automatic transmission, push and
hold the lock button on the gear selector...