Jeep Wrangler Off-Road Gear Review
March 2007
Leave the Paved World Behind: Mopar® Outfits All-new 2007 Jeep® Wrangler With Authentic Accessories to Suit Any Lifestyle. Interior enhancements offer unmatched functionality as well as style - Exterior options provide more off-road capability, convenience and designer good looks - Stay on track when off the beaten path with the TrailGuide™ Navigation System
Mopar®, DaimlerChrysler’s original equipment manufacturer, revealed its full line of Authentic Jeep Accessories for the all-new 2007 Jeep® Wrangler. The most capable off-road vehicle in the world, the Wrangler is offered in three models: Wrangler X; Wrangler Sahara; and Wrangler Rubicon®.
“Our Authentic Jeep Accessories from Mopar suit the Wrangler’s rugged, durable, capable, and adventurous nature — so our customers can enjoy the world’s most-demanding trails or their daily commute,” said Chris Cortez, Senior Vice President – Global Service & Parts, Chrysler Group. “Our factory-engineered accessories are designed as well as performance and safety tested to provide compatibility in function, fit and color.”
Unmatched Interior Functionality
The rugged Rubber Floor Covering for the passenger, cargo area and wheelhouse are easy to clean. Resistant to most liquids and chemicals, the covering features a textured surface with raised Jeep logo.
Bring on the slush. Featuring a custom design with unique tire-tread and mud graphics, the Front and Rear Slush Mats prevent water, snow and mud from doing a number on the Wrangler's carpet.
Dirt and moisture are no match for the custom-fit Water-resistant Seat Covers. Constructed of “wet suit” material and featuring the Jeep logo, the front and rear seat covers can be easily removed for cleaning.
Keep valuables out-of-sight and worries out-of-mind with Add-a-Trunk. It creates 3.1 feet in the Wrangler two-door model and 9.4 feet in the four-door model of lockable and accessible cargo space behind the rear seat. It’s large enough to hold outdoor gear and keep it secure. Easy to install and remove, it also works with the child-seat tether.
A modern twist to classic Jeep styling, the Interior Panel Appliqués add a personalized look to the tough interior. Following the contours of the door panels, instrument panel and center bezel, they’re available in a variety of finishes, including brushed aluminum, carbon fiber, Dark Bird’s-eye Maple and a unique “Red Rock” scene pattern.
Exterior That’s All Attitude and Style
For extreme off-roading, the Off-road Front and Rear Bumpers feature heavy-duty steel construction to withstand off-road abuse, compact dimensions and excellent ground clearance for off-road obstacles. The front bumper incorporates energy absorbers and works with the air bag system — a feature not necessarily found on other brands. It has an integrated universal winch mount and grille guard. It’s also available without the winch mount. The rear bumper is designed to clear the factory tow hook and trailer hitch and features tow eyes for off-road recovery. Both front and rear bumpers come with a laser-cut Jeep logo and textured satin black triple anti-chip coating that meets tough Jeep corrosion standards.
Need a little pull? The Warn® Winch gets the job done. Built to last with a range of capabilities and strengths, this winch features an automatic load brake, three-stage planetary gear set with Hawse fairlead and mounting hardware and heavy steel cable. A remote control with light is included with the lead. It’s compatible with the Off-road Bumper from Mopar.
Store and protect the Wrangler hard-top panels with the Freedom Top™ Panel Carrier and Hard Top Storage Dolly. The carrier mounts to the Wrangler’s spare tire and is designed for quick and secure on-vehicle storage of the Freedom Top panels, freeing interior space. For the ultimate in off-vehicle storage and convenience, the storage dolly holds a hard top, top panels and two doors in a compact 35-inch x 67-inch storage area. It features large caster wheels and zippered cover.
The Electronic Sway Bar Disconnect Kit replaces the production front sway bar and allows the driver to disengage the sway bar with the push of a button. This permits greater axle articulation while off road so the suspension flexes over obstacles.
Tow and go. The Tow Bar allows for safe and secure towing behind recreational vehicles and trucks with a 5,000 lb.-rated coupler. Collapsible for convenient vehicle or home storage, the bracket mounts to the vehicle frame. A convenient safety cable is included as well as wiring loops. An RV-to-Jeep wiring harness is also available to operate the taillamps.
All chromed up and so many places to go. The Black Tie Package features chrome enhancements providing a bright complement to any body color — sure to turn heads on the trail or the red carpet. Chrome features include 18-inch premium wheels, fuel filler door, front and rear bumpers, side steps, mirror covers, exhaust tip and taillamp guards. A Black-tie Decal proudly states this Wrangler is dressed to the nines.
See what’s left behind with a Mirror Mount Relocation Kit. The bracket allows this auxiliary side-view mirror to be mounted on the driver’s side. Easily folded away, it retains the outside mirror for doors-off driving.
Top it off with the weather-resistant Cab Cover or Combination Kit Top. Available in black or sun-reflective silver nylon, the cab cover protects the hard or soft top and interior. Elastic loops attach around the taillamps and mirrors while two integrated cords attach to the vehicle securing the cover under the door area. It folds into an included storage bag when not in use. The combination kit top includes rear-seat-area Tonneau Cover with snapless attachment system; Windscreen (including rear window); and durable, soft-top material sun bonnet. This kit top is available in black or khaki.
Light the way with Off-road Lights and Installation Kit. The lights are windshield-pillar mounted. The wiring kit features interior and exterior harnesses, switch, and relay for the pair of off-road lights.
Rock Rails provide lower body-side protection and can withstand world-class abuse over the toughest of trail conditions. The rails are constructed of heavy-gauge steel with easy bolt-on mounting at body height so they don’t reduce ground clearance. Available with or without an optional “rub bar” for maximum protection. The rock rails are painted in a satin black finish.
The epitome of practical, the Swing-away Tire Carrier ensures a spare is always at hand. The entire weight of the tire and carrier is mounted to the frame through mounting brackets on the rear bumper. It holds up to 35-inch tall tires preventing excess strain on the tailgate. This is compatible with the off-road rear bumper from Mopar.
To equip for towing, the Trailer Hitch and Wiring Kit is capable of carrying 3,500 lbs. of trailer load (class 2). A four- or seven-way plug-in trailer light wiring harness is also available.
No Wrangler is complete without a good-looking set of wheels. The 16-inch x 7-inch Wheels feature five-spoke, machine-finished aluminum with black vent pockets. The 17-inch x 7.5-inch Hulk Wheels feature five-spoke, mineral grey clearcoat finish. Both wheel sizes feature a Jeep logo center cap and are designed to match the Wrangler hubs so they’ll run true and balanced for a smooth ride in even the rockiest of places. They undergo stringent testing to prove their strength and durability and ensure a long-lasting sparkle. 18-inch x 7-inch Chrome Wheels are also available.
Customize the top with Complete Hard- and Soft-top Kits. The kits allow owners to install a black or khaki top. A full-range of window kits and hard or soft sun bonnets are also available as well as a hard top wiring kit for Jeeps not originally built with a hard top.
On Track When off the Beaten Path
Forge ahead to new adventures with the TrailGuide™ Navigation System. The portable GPS module includes a docking/charging station with dual speakers. The docking station permanently mounts to the top of the center bezel. Featuring full-mapping view, turn-by-turn directional voice prompts and color screen, it provides pre-programmed map coverage for North America. The system may be removed for hiking and biking, and remembers the route traveled.
Hit the Trail and Rock on
Bring music to the trail with the iPod® Integration Kit. The kit provides direct connectivity between the iPod and the vehicle’s audio sound system — offering optimal digital audio quality so all passengers can enjoy the iPod tracks. Using the audio system or steering wheel controls, drivers can browse their iPod music collection of playlists, song titles, and artists that are viewable on the radio display face. Specifically engineered to interface with select model year 2006 and newer Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicle electronics.
Authentic Jeep Accessories from Mopar are available for purchase and installation at Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships across the country. Mopar accessories are covered under DaimlerChrysler’s 3-year/36,000-mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty or Mopar’s 12-month/12,000-mile Limited Warranty, whichever is more favorable to the customer. These warranties are serviced by Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships.
Visit www.mopar.com for a full line of authentic accessories from Mopar. Pricing is also available.
About DaimlerChrysler’s Mopar Brand
When Chrysler bought Dodge in 1928, the need for a dedicated parts supplier led to the formation of the Chrysler Motor Parts Division. In 1937, Mopar (a simple contraction of the words MOtor and PARts) was created for the business of distributing parts through a depot system and car divisional wholesalers.
Mopar made its mark in the 1960s — the muscle car era. Beginning in 1962, Mopar carried a line of “Special Parts” for super stock drag racers and developed its racing parts division called Mopar Performance Parts to enhance speed and handling for both road and racing use.
Today, the Chrysler Group’s Global Service & Parts division is responsible for the manufacturing and distribution of nearly 250,000 authentic Mopar replacement parts, components and accessories for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles sold around the world. To assure quality, reliability and durability, all Mopar parts and accessories are designed in strict adherence to DaimlerChrysler engineering standards.
