2012 Jeep Wrangler Owner Manual - Page 414

412 STARTING AND OPERATING • Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These • If you experience unusual vibration after driving in things could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and impacted material. Impacted material can cause a propeller shafts. wheel imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will correct the situation. • After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or similar dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake POWER STEERING rotors, wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected The standard power steering system will give you good and cleaned as soon as possible. vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical WARNING! steering capability if power assist is lost. Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might not have full braking power when you need it to prevent a collision. If you have been operating your vehicle in dirty conditions, get your brakes checked and cleaned as necessary. If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers.