Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / DRIVING TIPS / Off-Road Driving Tips / Bumper End Cap Removal

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.

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 Basics Of Off-Road Driving

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:

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: ASSIST AND SOS SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

Assist And SOS Buttons Assist Button SOS Button If equipped, the overhead console contains an ASSIST and an SOS button. WARNING! ALWAYS obey traffic laws and pay attention to the road. ALWAYS drive safely with your hands on the steering wheel...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Wait To Start Light — If Equipped

This indicator light will illuminate for approximately two seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position. Its duration may be longer based on colder operating conditions. Vehicle will not initiate start until telltale is no longer displayed...