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.
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...
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:
To safely store the soft top rear window, and
rear quarter windows, proceed as follows:
NOTE:
The swing gate bar, once removed from the rear
window, does not store in the soft window
storage bag (if equipped).
With the bag opened completely, fold both
fabric dividers downward and lay the first
quarter window all the way to the right side
with the inside of the window facing
downward and the window pillar to the
outside...
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. Lower the hood slowly. Secure
both of the hood latches.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle...