Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) / Automatic Transmission

Jeep Wrangler: STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) / Automatic Transmission

Start the engine with the transmission gear selector in the PARK (P) position. Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range.

STARTING THE ENGINE — DIESEL ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED)

Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. The starter is allowed to crank for up to 30-second intervals...

Extreme Cold Weather

The engine block heater is a resistance heater installed in the water jacket of the engine. It requires a 110–115 Volt AC electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire extension cord...

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Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Transmission Limp Home Mode

Transmission function is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission may operate only in certain gears, or may not shift at all...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime

When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/ Chime mode, the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the appropriate side view mirror based on a detected object. If the turn signal is then activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the vehicle, an audible chime will also be sounded...

Basic Voice Commands

The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button on the steering wheel. After the beep, say:

“Cancel” to stop a current voice session. “Help” to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands. “Repeat” to listen to the system prompts again.