2020 Jeep Gladiator Owner’s Manual

The 2020 Jeep Gladiator is an amazing combination of Jeep’s famous off-road skills and the usefulness of a pickup truck. It is a rugged and versatile vehicle that stands out in both the Jeep and truck markets. The Gladiator is made for people who want to go on exciting off-road adventures. It looks like a Jeep, has a moveable roof and doors, and has a strong 4×4 system. But it doesn’t give up on utility because it has a truck bed that can carry goods and can tow as much as a regular pickup. Inside, it has modern technology, comfortable seats, and Jeep’s famous ability to go anywhere. This makes it a truly unique and capable vehicle for people who want to go off-roading and hauling.

STARTING AND OPERATING

STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING

• When exiting the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, and other controls, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
Apply the parking brake, place the gear selector in NEUTRAL, and press the clutch pedal before starting the vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system. It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor.

Four-Wheel Drive Models Only
In 4L mode, if the vehicle is stalled, the engine will start regardless of whether or not the clutch pedal is pressed to the floor. This feature enhances off-road performance by allowing the vehicle to start when in 4L without having to press the clutch pedal. The “4WD Low Indicator Light” will illuminate when the transfer case has been shifted into this mode.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
Start the vehicle with the gear selector in the PARK position (the vehicle can also be started in NEUTRAL). Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range.

NORMAL STARTING
To Turn On The Engine use the ENGINE START/STOP Button

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

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

To Turn Off The Engine Use the ENGINE START/STOP Button

1. Place the gear selector in PARK, then push and release the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. The ignition will return to the OFF mode.
3. If the gear selector is not in PARK (with the vehicle stopped) and the ENGINE START/STOP button is pushed once, the transmission will automatically select PARK and the engine will turn off, however, the ignition will remain in the ACC mode (NOT the OFF mode). Never leave a vehicle out of the PARK position, or it could roll.
4. If the gear selector is in NEUTRAL, and the vehicle speed is below 5 mph (8 km/h), pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button once will turn the engine off. The ignition will remain in the ACC mode.
5. If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph (8 km/h), the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds (or three short pushes in a row) to turn the engine off. The ignition will remain in the ACC mode (NOT the OFF mode) if the engine is turned off when the transmission is not in PARK.
   NOTE: The system will automatically time out and the ignition will cycle to the OFF mode after 30 minutes of inactivity if the ignition is left in the ACC or RUN (engine not running) mode and the transmission is in PARK.

ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions — With Driver’s Foot Off The Brake Pedal (In PARK Or NEUTRAL Position)
The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similarly to an ignition switch. It has three modes: OFF, ACC, and RUN. To change the ignition modes without starting the vehicle and use the accessories, follow these steps:

1. Start with the ignition in the OFF mode.
2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once to place the ignition to the ACC mode (the instrument cluster will display “ACC”).
3. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to place the ignition to the RUN mode (the instrument cluster will display “ON/RUN”).
4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition to the OFF mode (the instrument cluster will display “OFF”).

AutoPark
AutoPark is a supplemental feature to assist in placing the vehicle in PARK should the situations on the following pages occur. It is a backup system and should not be relied upon as the primary method by which the driver shifts the vehicle into PARK.
The conditions under which AutoPark will engage are outlined on the following pages.
WARNING

• Driver inattention could lead to failure to place the vehicle in PARK. ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK that your vehicle is in PARK by verifying that a solid (not blinking) “P” is indicated in the instrument cluster display and on the gear selector. If the “P” indicator is blinking, your vehicle is not in PARK. As an added precaution, always apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
• AutoPark is a supplemental feature. It is not designed to replace the need to shift your vehicle into PARK. It is a backup system and should not be relied upon as the primary method by which the driver shifts the vehicle into PARK.

If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns off the engine, the vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions are met:

• The vehicle is equipped with an eight-speed transmission
• Driver door is ajar or in conditions where the driver door is removed an additional trigger would be if the driver is off the seat (seat pad sensor detects driver missing)
• The vehicle is not in PARK
• Vehicle speed is 0 mph (0 km/h)
• Ignition switched from RUN to OFF

NOTE: For Keyless Enter-N-Go equipped vehicles, the engine will turn off and the ignition will change to ACC mode.
If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage when all of these conditions are met:

• The vehicle is equipped with an eight-speed transmission
• Driver door is ajar or in conditions where the driver door is removed an additional trigger would be if the driver is off the seat (seat pad sensor detects driver missing)
• The vehicle is not in PARK
• The driver door is removed
• Vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (2.0 km/h) or less
• Driver seat belt is unbuckled
• The driver’s door is ajar
• The brake pedal is not depressed

The message “AutoPark Engaged Shift to P then Shift to Gear” will display in the instrument cluster.
NOTE: In some cases, the ParkSense graphic will be displayed in the instrument cluster. In these cases, the gear selector must be returned to “P” to select the desired gear.

If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the vehicle may AutoPark. AutoPark will engage ONLY when vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (2.0 km/h) or less. The message “Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to P” will be displayed in the instrument cluster if vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (2.0 km/h).
WARNING: If the vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (2.0 km/h), the transmission will default to NEUTRAL until the vehicle speed drops below 1.2 mph (2.0 km/h). A vehicle left in the NEUTRAL position can roll. As an added precaution, always apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.

4WD LOW
AutoPark will be disabled when operating the vehicle in 4WD LOW. The message “AutoPark Disabled” will be displayed in the instrument cluster. Additional customer warnings will be given when both of these conditions are met:

• The vehicle is not in PARK
• The driver’s door is ajar

The message “AutoPark Not Engaged” will be displayed in the instrument cluster. A warning chime will continue until you shift the vehicle into PARK or the driver’s door is closed. ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK that your vehicle is in PARK by looking for the “P” in the instrument cluster display and on the gear selector. As an added precaution, always apply the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.

FAQ’s