Jeep Wrangler: HOOD / Opening The Hood
If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement”
for additional information.
Release both the hood latches.

Hood Latch Locations
Raise the hood and locate the safety latch,
located in the middle of the hood opening. Push
the safety latch to the right to open the hood.
You may have to push down slightly on the hood
before pushing the safety latch. Unhook the
support rod from the hood and insert it into the
slot on the front end above the radiator.
If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement”
for additional information.
To close the hood, remove the support rod from
the slot and replace it on the hood panel
retaining clip...
Other information:
WARNING!
Do not open hot engine cooling system.
Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when
the engine is overheated. Do not loosen or
remove the cap to cool an overheated
engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in
the cooling system. To prevent scalding or
injury, do not remove the pressure cap
while the system is hot or under pressure...
Remove the grommets under the rear seat
(one left and one right).
Pull the carpet out to the rear and open the
carpet split around the seat belt
attachment.
Under Rear Seat
Carpet Split
Rear Carpet
Remove the carpet under the load floor and
the side support and then pull the carpet
out...