Jeep Wrangler: STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) / Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Apply the parking brake, place the gear selector
in NEUTRAL, and press the clutch pedal before
starting the vehicle. This vehicle is equipped
with a clutch interlocking ignition system. It will
not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to
the floor.
Four-Wheel Drive Models Only
In 4WD Low mode, if the vehicle is stalled, the
engine will start regardless of whether or not
the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor. This
feature enhances off-road performance by
allowing the vehicle to start when in 4WD Low
without having to press the clutch pedal. The
“4WD Low Indicator Light” will illuminate when
the transfer case has been shifted into this
mode.
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and
fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always remove
the key fob from the ignition and lock your
vehicle...
Start the vehicle with the gear selector in the
PARK position (vehicle can also be started in
NEUTRAL). Apply the brake before shifting to
any driving range...
Other information:
This light will turn on when
“Selec-Speed Control” is activated.
To activate “Selec-Speed Control”, ensure the
vehicle is in 4WD Low and push the button on
the Instrument Panel.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is not in 4WD Low, “To Enter
Selec-Speed Shift to 4WD Low” will appear in
the instrument cluster display...
Remove the rear seats.
Remove the sides grommets (one left and
one right). First the grommet from the side
carpet and then the rear carpet.
Side Carpet
Remove the grommets under the front seat
(one left and one right).
Then pull the carpet out to the rear and
open the carpet split around the front seats
brackets...