Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / STARTING THE ENGINE — GASOLINE ENGINE (IF EQUIPPED) / Normal Starting / To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button

Jeep Wrangler: Normal Starting / To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button

The transmission must be in PARK or NEUTRAL.
Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
The system takes over and attempts to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start, the starter will disengage automatically after 10 seconds.
If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior to the engine starting, push the button again.

NOTE:

Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the accelerator pedal.

Normal Starting

To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE START/STOP Button

Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button. The ignition will return to the OFF mode. If the gear selector is not in PARK (with vehicle stopped) and the ENGINE START/ STOP button is pushed once, the transmission will automatically select PARK and the engine will turn off while the ignition will remain in the ACC mode (NOT the OFF mode)...

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Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: BRAKE SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability, the remaining system will still function. However, there will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential activation of the Brake Warning Light...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)

The MIL is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. This warning light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the ignition switch from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly...

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).