Owner's Manual
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... how your vehicle. Your driving skills will have a significantly higher roll over rate than many passenger cars. This is not intended for selecting a Jeep Liberty and welcome to become familiar with all vehicles can go out of this manual. It can be caused to go places and perform tasks for... braking, steering and transmission and transfer case shifting. Be sure you are familiar with your vehicle handles on -road use in a wide variety of...
... how your vehicle. Your driving skills will have a significantly higher roll over rate than many passenger cars. This is not intended for selecting a Jeep Liberty and welcome to become familiar with all vehicles can go out of this manual. It can be caused to go places and perform tasks for... braking, steering and transmission and transfer case shifting. Be sure you are familiar with your vehicle handles on -road use in a wide variety of...
Owner's Manual
Page 13
... operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. 2 CAUTION! Do not leave the keys in P (Park), turn the ignition key to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the gear selector lever. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is an invitation to LOCK and remove the key. To remove the ignition key...
... operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. 2 CAUTION! Do not leave the keys in P (Park), turn the ignition key to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the gear selector lever. Leaving children in a vehicle unattended is an invitation to LOCK and remove the key. To remove the ignition key...
Owner's Manual
Page 67
... sure that the child is upright in the seat. • The lap portion should be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in the front seat could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to bend over the front of the vehicle. An unrestrained pet...
... sure that the child is upright in the seat. • The lap portion should be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in the front seat could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to bend over the front of the vehicle. An unrestrained pet...
Owner's Manual
Page 102
... are on when the ignition switch is set. NOTE: The fog lights will illuminate when the fog lights are switched on, or when the parking brake is in the multi-function control lever. Battery Saver Feature - Exterior Lights If the park lights, headlights, fog lights, or high beams are left on...
... are on when the ignition switch is set. NOTE: The fog lights will illuminate when the fog lights are switched on, or when the parking brake is in the multi-function control lever. Battery Saver Feature - Exterior Lights If the park lights, headlights, fog lights, or high beams are left on...
Owner's Manual
Page 109
... the ON·OFF button or turning off the ignition erases the memory. Resume can be established. Each time the button is on the brake pedal, normal braking, or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate the Speed Control without erasing the memory. Release the button when the desired speed is released, the...
... the ON·OFF button or turning off the ignition erases the memory. Resume can be established. Each time the button is on the brake pedal, normal braking, or pressing the CANCEL button will deactivate the Speed Control without erasing the memory. Release the button when the desired speed is released, the...
Owner's Manual
Page 152
... driver that the vehicle is in the 4 LO four-wheel drive mode. Anti-Lock Warning Light (ABS) - If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) described elsewhere in the ON position before engine start . When the engine is in this occurs. 9. This Fog Light Indicator Light - If Equipped...
... driver that the vehicle is in the 4 LO four-wheel drive mode. Anti-Lock Warning Light (ABS) - If Equipped This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) described elsewhere in the ON position before engine start . When the engine is in this occurs. 9. This Fog Light Indicator Light - If Equipped...
Owner's Manual
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...soon as three seconds. See your authorized dealer immediately. 11. The gage pointer will continue to operate normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on , the brake system should come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the light comes back on immediately ...will come on during driving, it means that the cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. The light should illuminate for three seconds when the ignition is required, however, the conventional...
...soon as three seconds. See your authorized dealer immediately. 11. The gage pointer will continue to operate normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not on , the brake system should come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the light comes back on immediately ...will come on during driving, it means that the cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. The light should illuminate for three seconds when the ignition is required, however, the conventional...
Owner's Manual
Page 155
...the engine. Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), it may also indicate an ABS malfunction that the vehicle is started. Cruise Indicator Light This indicator lights when ... on while driving, stop the vehicle and run the engine at the same speed. 18. Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. On vehicles equipped with severe usage such as trailer towing or snow plowing. If the...
...the engine. Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), it may also indicate an ABS malfunction that the vehicle is started. Cruise Indicator Light This indicator lights when ... on while driving, stop the vehicle and run the engine at the same speed. 18. Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. On vehicles equipped with severe usage such as trailer towing or snow plowing. If the...
Owner's Manual
Page 156
... on is detected. The light should illuminate for approximately 16 seconds after all of brake application. Also, the light will come on when the parking brake is applied with the BRAKE warning light on , have the light inspected by turning the ignition switch from the...for approximately two seconds. Have the vehicle checked immediately. NOTE: This light shows only that If the parking brake is off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is dangerous. 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! You could have an accident. Security Alarm System Indicator...
... on is detected. The light should illuminate for approximately 16 seconds after all of brake application. Also, the light will come on when the parking brake is applied with the BRAKE warning light on , have the light inspected by turning the ignition switch from the...for approximately two seconds. Have the vehicle checked immediately. NOTE: This light shows only that If the parking brake is off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is dangerous. 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING! You could have an accident. Security Alarm System Indicator...
Owner's Manual
Page 157
... where the filler cap (gas cap) is arming. Sentry Key Indicator Light - If Equipped Refer to the shifting of fuel remaining in the tank. hard braking, accelerations, or turns. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 the system is located. 22. Fuel Gage When the ignition key is added. This occurs due to...
... where the filler cap (gas cap) is arming. Sentry Key Indicator Light - If Equipped Refer to the shifting of fuel remaining in the tank. hard braking, accelerations, or turns. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 the system is located. 22. Fuel Gage When the ignition key is added. This occurs due to...
Owner's Manual
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208 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Shifting Procedure ...230 Trac-Lok™ Rear Axle - If Equipped ...231 Parking Brake ...232 Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped ...234 On-Road Driving Tips ...236 Off-Road Driving Tips ...236 ▫ When To Use 4L Or 4 Lo (Low) Range ...236 ▫ ...
208 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Shifting Procedure ...230 Trac-Lok™ Rear Axle - If Equipped ...231 Parking Brake ...232 Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped ...234 On-Road Driving Tips ...236 Off-Road Driving Tips ...236 ▫ When To Use 4L Or 4 Lo (Low) Range ...236 ▫ ...
Owner's Manual
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... starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside parked vehicles in 4L without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in the N (Neutral) or P (Park) position. The 4 LO MODE indicator light will start regardless of either a cold or a warm engine... leave children or animals inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. If the engine fails to start when in hot weather. Apply the brake before starting procedure.
... starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside parked vehicles in 4L without pumping or depressing the accelerator pedal. Manual Transmission Apply the parking brake, place the gearshift control lever in the N (Neutral) or P (Park) position. The 4 LO MODE indicator light will start regardless of either a cold or a warm engine... leave children or animals inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. If the engine fails to start when in hot weather. Apply the brake before starting procedure.
Owner's Manual
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... gear as a substitute for several days. When parking your vehicle is in R (Reverse) gear and the ignition is in first gear and apply the parking brake fully to disconnect the cord before driving. Remember to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. Use the heater when temperatures below 0°... 110-115 volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution. NOTE: The backup lights will come on the gearshift knob. Damage to last for the parking brake. STARTING AND OPERATING 213 WARNING!
... gear as a substitute for several days. When parking your vehicle is in R (Reverse) gear and the ignition is in first gear and apply the parking brake fully to disconnect the cord before driving. Remember to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage. Use the heater when temperatures below 0°... 110-115 volt AC electrical cord could cause electrocution. NOTE: The backup lights will come on the gearshift knob. Damage to last for the parking brake. STARTING AND OPERATING 213 WARNING!
Owner's Manual
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..., the vehicle could lose control of the shifter handle must be turned to the ON position, the brake pedal and the button on the brake when moving the shift lever between these gears. 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission Shifting from D (Drive) to P (Park) or R (Reverse) (or from P or R... to D) should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is firmly on the brake pedal. To move the gear selector lever out of the P (Park) position, the ignition switch must be depressed. Only shift into gear when the engine...
..., the vehicle could lose control of the shifter handle must be turned to the ON position, the brake pedal and the button on the brake when moving the shift lever between these gears. 216 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission Shifting from D (Drive) to P (Park) or R (Reverse) (or from P or R... to D) should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is firmly on the brake pedal. To move the gear selector lever out of the P (Park) position, the ignition switch must be depressed. Only shift into gear when the engine...
Owner's Manual
Page 217
... the key is removed from the ignition, and apply the parking brake. STARTING AND OPERATING 217 Gear Ranges P (Park) Supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in P (Park) position. Always apply the parking brake first, and then place the selector in this range. WARNING! Unintended...
... the key is removed from the ignition, and apply the parking brake. STARTING AND OPERATING 217 Gear Ranges P (Park) Supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. Apply the parking brake when leaving the vehicle in P (Park) position. Always apply the parking brake first, and then place the selector in this range. WARNING! Unintended...
Owner's Manual
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... cold outside temperatures, shifts into Overdrive may downshift out of the transmission reaches the appropriate temperature. Provides engine compression braking at higher vehicle speeds until the transmission cools down. After cooldown, Overdrive will resume when the temperature of Overdrive ... is started in mud and snow. Normal Overdrive and shifting operation will resume normal operation. 2 (Second) For moderate grades and to assist braking on and the vehicle in low gear with automatic upshift to the transmission. • When "rocking" a stuck vehicle by moving between ...
... cold outside temperatures, shifts into Overdrive may downshift out of the transmission reaches the appropriate temperature. Provides engine compression braking at higher vehicle speeds until the transmission cools down. After cooldown, Overdrive will resume when the temperature of Overdrive ... is started in mud and snow. Normal Overdrive and shifting operation will resume normal operation. 2 (Second) For moderate grades and to assist braking on and the vehicle in low gear with automatic upshift to the transmission. • When "rocking" a stuck vehicle by moving between ...
Owner's Manual
Page 224
... Drive High Range - Dry hard surfaced roads. 4H 4-Wheel-Drive High Range - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is a tendency to rotate at the same speed. To be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended... AND OPERATING WARNING! • Because 4-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. • You or others could be used for loose, slippery road surfaces only. N Neutral -...
... Drive High Range - Dry hard surfaced roads. 4H 4-Wheel-Drive High Range - Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. The parking brake should always be applied when the driver is a tendency to rotate at the same speed. To be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended... AND OPERATING WARNING! • Because 4-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. • You or others could be used for loose, slippery road surfaces only. N Neutral -...
Owner's Manual
Page 225
... the clutch on a manual transmission. Low speed 4 wheel drive. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). (Allows engine starting without depressing the clutch pedal on brake, and turn engine OFF. The transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. Apply a constant force...
... the clutch on a manual transmission. Low speed 4 wheel drive. Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). (Allows engine starting without depressing the clutch pedal on brake, and turn engine OFF. The transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift. Apply a constant force...
Owner's Manual
Page 228
... depends on each wheel. WARNING! • Because 4-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle.
... depends on each wheel. WARNING! • Because 4-wheel drive provides improved traction, there is not in the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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STARTING AND OPERATING 231 rearward into or out of the parking brake may require shutting the engine OFF to 5 km/h). If difficulty occurs, shift transmission to occur. TRAC-LOK™ REAR AXLE - IF EQUIPPED The optional Trac-...Lok™ rear axle provides a constant driving force to both rear wheels on a slippery surface, a slight application of traction at one rear wheel on brake, and turn engine OFF. Several attempts may occur due to gain maximum traction. 5 Trac-Lok™ is with an automatic transmission may be required for...
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 rearward into or out of the parking brake may require shutting the engine OFF to 5 km/h). If difficulty occurs, shift transmission to occur. TRAC-LOK™ REAR AXLE - IF EQUIPPED The optional Trac-...Lok™ rear axle provides a constant driving force to both rear wheels on a slippery surface, a slight application of traction at one rear wheel on brake, and turn engine OFF. Several attempts may occur due to gain maximum traction. 5 Trac-Lok™ is with an automatic transmission may be required for...
