Jeep Wrangler: STOP/START SYSTEM — AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED) / System Malfunction
If there is a malfunction in the Stop/Start
system, the system will not shut down the
engine. A “SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM”
message will appear in the instrument cluster
display.
If the “SERVICE STOP/START SYSTEM”
message appears in the instrument cluster
display, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.
If a malfunction occurs during an autostop, the
vehicle may not auto start and will need a key
start.
TO MANUALLY TURN OFF THE STOP/START SYSTEM
Stop/Start OFF Switch
Push the Stop/Start OFF switch (located on the
switch bank). The light on the switch will
illuminate...
The Engine Stop/Start (ESS) function is
developed to reduce fuel consumption. The
system will stop the engine automatically during
a vehicle stop if the required conditions are
met...
Other information:
NOTE:
Before fully lowering the soft top, the rear
window and rear quarter windows must be
removed.
Remove The Rear Window:
With the swing gate open, remove the rear
window’s plastic retainers from the lower
right and left corners.
Step One
Grab the swing gate bar, rotate it outward
and upward releasing it from both the right
and left retainers...
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight
stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch.
Weight Distribution
Consider the following items when computing
the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
The tongue weight of the trailer.
The weight of any other type of cargo or
equipment put in or on your vehicle...