Jeep Wrangler: STOP/START SYSTEM — MANUAL TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED) / Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not Autostop

Prior to engine shut down, the system will check many safety and comfort conditions to see if they are fulfilled. Situations when the engine will not stop include (but not limited to):

  • Driver’s seat belt is not buckled.
  • Outside temperature is less than 10°F (–12°C) or greater than 109°F (43°C).
  • Actual cabin temperature is significantly different than temperature set on Auto HVAC.
  • HVAC is set to full defrost mode.
  • Engine has not reached normal operating temperature.
  • Battery discharged.
  • When driving in REVERSE.
  • Hood is open.
  • Transfer case is in 4WD Low or N (Neutral).
  • Driver's seat is not occupied or driver’s door is open.
  • Vehicle is at high altitude.
  • The vehicle is on a steep grade.
  • Forward Gear is engaged.
  • Steering angle beyond threshold. (ESS Models Only).
  • System fault is present.
  • HVAC set to MAX A/C.

It may be possible for the vehicle to be driven several times without the Stop/Start system going into a STOP/START READY state under more extreme conditions of the items listed above.

    Autostop Mode

    WARNING! Vehicles with the Stop/Start system will be equipped with two batteries. Both the main and the supplemental batteries must be disconnected to completely de-energize the 12 Volt electrical system...

    To Start The Engine While In Autostop Mode

    When the gear selector is in NEUTRAL, the engine will start when the clutch pedal is pressed (does not require complete/full pedal press). The vehicle will go into STOP/START SYSTEM NOT READY mode until the vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h)...

    Other information:

    Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: How To Use Remote Start


    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...

    Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Additional Maintenance — B6 To B20 Biodiesel


    NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 8,000 miles (12,875 km) or six months, whichever comes first when using biodiesel blends greater than 5% (B5). The owner is required to monitor mileage for B6-B20 biodiesel, the automatic oil change indicator system does not reflect the use of biofuels...

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    Remote Start system

    Jeep Wrangler. Remote Start system This system uses the key fob to start the engine conveniently from outside the vehicle while still maintaining security. The system has a range of approximately 300 ft (91 m).

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