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Jeep Wrangler OBD port location

Two generations, 2007–2024. Pick yours.

2018–2024

JL

Location

Driver's side, lower dash beneath the steering column. Port faces downward; may require working by feel. A metal cross-brace on some build dates partially obstructs line of sight.

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  • KeysSmart key
  • Tools confirmed5
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2007–2018

JK

Illustration — use it to know where to look.

Location

Driver's side, lower dash above the pedals on the left. Port faces downward and is visible without removing trim. No SGW module on this generation — standard OBD2 connection is sufficient.

Also on this Wrangler

  • KeysRemote head key
  • Tools confirmed4
  • Transponder chipSubscribers
  • Programming procedureSubscribers
Open the full Wrangler JK record

Questions

Jeep Wrangler OBD questions

JL (2018–2024): Driver's side, lower dash beneath the steering column. JK (2007–2018): Driver's side, lower dash above the pedals on the left.

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