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:
Push and release the Remote Start button on
the key fob twice within five seconds. The
vehicle doors and swing gate will lock, the turn
signals will flash twice, and the horn will chirp
twice. Pushing the Remote Start button again
will shut the engine off...
ESC enhances directional control and stability
of the vehicle under various driving conditions.
ESC corrects for oversteering or understeering
of the vehicle by applying the brake of the
appropriate wheel(s) to counteract the above
conditions. Engine power may also be reduced
to help the vehicle maintain the desired path...