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I think your dealer forgot to give you one. They come shipped with the vehicle but many dealers will pull them and the other paperwork and guides until sale.
It was a very lightly used CPO. I doubt that the PO kept it. Perhaps the original selling dealer forgot but my dealer said they didn't have it and to call Jeep and they would get me one.
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It was a very lightly used CPO. I doubt that the PO kept it. Perhaps the original selling dealer forgot but my dealer said they didn't have it and to call Jeep and they would get me one.
If Jeep will not get you a paper copy, may want to check Ebay.
 

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If Jeep will not get you a paper copy, may want to check Ebay.
I can print off pages from the PDF IF I have to. Don't really want to print 200 or so 8.5x11 pages to keep in the Jeep.

After spending $47K on a JT, why should I have to buy an OM that should be included with it?
 

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I can print off pages from the PDF IF I have to. Don't really want to print 200 or so 8.5x11 pages to keep in the Jeep.

After spending $47K on a JT, why should I have to buy an OM that should be included with it?
I am with you but giving options if the reality is Jeep will not provide one and you want a glove box size manual.

Salvage yards are alway pulling and posting original owners manuals for sale on Ebay.

If it is a matter of principle thing for you, that is your prerogative.
 

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Hmm. Interesting. @JeepCares care to comment?
I do.

To clarify my response, the 2021 model year was when it was decided to go digital. It seems that didn't last, because Manuals are available to purchase after that MY. I greatly apologize for any confusion. You all can double check my work by visiting: TechAuthority. This is the website where hard copies of the Owner's Manual can be purchased, as you can see; the 2021 model year is not available. Thanks.

Kate
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I do.

To clarify my response, the 2021 model year was when it was decided to go digital. It seems that didn't last, because Manuals are available to purchase after that MY. I greatly apologize for any confusion. You all can double check my work by visiting: TechAuthority. This is the website where hard copies of the Owner's Manual can be purchased, as you can see; the 2021 model year is not available. Thanks.

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Good Afternoon,

I just bought a 24 Rubicon X. No physical owner's manual. Is there still a way to get a free one? Kind of hard to stomach paying for one after dropping all this cash.

Please and thank you
 

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Good Afternoon,

I just bought a 24 Rubicon X. No physical owner's manual. Is there still a way to get a free one? Kind of hard to stomach paying for one after dropping all this cash.

Please and thank you
I'd recommend you start taking with the sales department then go from there up to a manager. It seems that someone probably took "the goodies" from that vehicle. That is one thing that I always want in my vehicle(s) I've still got e XJ owner manuals, MJ and my TJ Unlimited all are in the glove box. My TJ is in it's camo bag with warranty cards etc but stuffed under the seat. And a PDF copy on my phone, that I downloaded months before I got mine and had read it too. Did you get the 1/4 ratcheting wrench and bit set? If not that's something else.
 

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I'd recommend you start taking with the sales department then go from there up to a manager. It seems that someone probably took "the goodies" from that vehicle. That is one thing that I always want in my vehicle(s) I've still got e XJ owner manuals, MJ and my TJ Unlimited all are in the glove box. My TJ is in it's camo bag with warranty cards etc but stuffed under the seat. And a PDF copy on my phone, that I downloaded months before I got mine and had read it too. Did you get the 1/4 ratcheting wrench and bit set? If not that's something else.
They stopped providing a full printed Owners Manual with the vehicles. They only include a printed "Owners Handbook" that is very truncated with just limited basics. They expect new owners to download the PDF or use the APP if they want access to a full owners manual in digital format.
 

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They stopped providing a full printed Owners Manual with the vehicles. They only include a printed "Owners Handbook" that is very truncated with just limited basics. They expect new owners to download the PDF or use the APP if they want access to a full owners manual in digital format.
That's really f###ed up. I'll have to remember that.
 

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Good Afternoon,

I just bought a 24 Rubicon X. No physical owner's manual. Is there still a way to get a free one? Kind of hard to stomach paying for one after dropping all this cash.

Please and thank you
Hi there,

Please send us a private message with your VIN and we can further look into your owner's manual request. Thank you.

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I was wondering about this...Not surprise they put the owness on the customer, the way of the world today, well beyond "Jeep".

I'm old school and want a hard copy, nothing like curling up with a book with a cup of coffee and your favorate recliner...

Not only that you can take it out to the car and place it on the hood, engine or whatever, get it a little dirty (a good sign), drop it with impunity, whatever (can't do that with your laptop, well you could but it will cost you ;-)).

Another WTH, 50-60+ K$ for a Truck and no hard copy manual unless you ask for it...Goes on the same list as no locking gas cap, no hood-lock, and no CD player...What will they think of "next"! -LOL

Does it come with a stearing wheel? LoL! Oh yea, they added one so they can charge you for the heated stearing wheel "Group" - LOL!

Now how the heck did we ever survive all these years without a heated stearing wheel! LOL.

Well as long as Jeep has their priority's right, a heated stearing wheel is way more important then the other items I mentioned above. :headbang:

Just some morning fun Gentlemen.

Yep, I am old school.?
I agree with you, except I would like the heated steering wheel and seats in Wisconsin but the Cold Weather Group did not come in my 2025 Nighthawk. I am ordering the $60.00 printed owner's manual. I also prefer a printed book. Technology is not always reliable when you need to look up something and your phone in at home and you don't have a WIFI connection out in the country. I am very disappointed that Jeep no longer gives you that nice heavy duty Canvas Jeep Logo Owner's Manual book bag. For $60.00 I want to keep my manual in good condition for the next 20 years and those canvas book bags were perfect. I kept my manuals in the one that came with my 1995 Liberty and it is still in good condition. I have been using it for small tools but if the new 2025 Manual will fit in it, that will be alright. I can always find a small tool bag.
 

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I was able to get full Owners Manual and Radio Manual by calling Jeep Customer Care and telling them this was my first jeep and I needed the full manuals. They were very helpful and sent me the Owners and Radio Manuals at no charge. Phone is: 1-800-399-2668
 

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I can fully understand them not including a printed book that almost no one ever looks as and if you don't believe that, then just search for "what colors are the aux switch wires" and "how many amps to the switches handle" and "what's this light on the dash".............................
 

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I was able to get full Owners Manual and Radio Manual by calling Jeep Customer Care and telling them this was my first jeep and I needed the full manuals. They were very helpful and sent me the Owners and Radio Manuals at no charge. Phone is: 1-800-399-2668
Thank you so much for posting this phone number. I tried ordering it from the MOPAR accessories page and they wanted $60.00 for just the truck manual, more for the radio. Zel was my customer care rep and she was wonderful. She processed my order and I will have it in the mail in about a week free of charge!
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