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Power
Seat
—
If
Equipped
The
power
seat
switch
is
on
the
outboard
side
of
the
seat
near
the
floor
.
For
vehicles
equipped
with
a
power
driver’s
seat,
use
this
switch
to
move
the
seat
up,
down,
forward,
rearwar
d,
or
to
tilt
the
seat.
For
vehicles
equipped
with
a
power
passenger
seat,
use
this
switch
to
move
the
seat
forward
and
rearward.
Fold
Flat
Passenger
Seat
Power
Seat
Switch
UNDERST
ANDING
THE
FEA
TURES
OF
YOUR
VEHICLE
129
3
129
131
Table of Contents
Introduction 1
4
Introduction
2
Table of Contents
4
Introduction
5
Rollover Warning
5
How to Use this Manual
6
Warnings and Cautions
8
Vehicle Identification Number
8
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
9
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
10
A Word about Your Keys
13
Ignition Key Removal
13
Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle
13
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
15
Sentry Key
15
Replacement Keys
17
Customer Key Programming
17
General Information
18
Security Alarm System - if Equipped
19
Rearming of the System
20
To Arm the System
20
To Disarm the System
21
Steering Wheel Lock - if Equipped
19
To Manually Lock the Steering Wheel
19
To Release the Steering Wheel Lock
19
Illuminated Entry System
21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
22
To Unlock the Doors and Liftgate
22
To Lock the Doors and Liftgate
24
To Unlatch the Liftgate Flip-Up Window
25
Using the Panic Alarm
26
Programming Additional Transmitters
26
Battery Replacement
26
General Information
28
Remote Starting System - if Equipped
28
How to Use Remote Start
29
Door Locks
31
Manual Door Locks
31
Power Door Locks
32
Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
35
Windows
37
Power Windows
37
Wind Buffeting
40
Liftgate
41
Occupant Restraints
41
Lap/Shoulder Belts
42
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
48
Seat Belt Pretensioners
48
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert )
49
Automatic Locking Mode - if Equipped
50
Energy Management Feature
51
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women
51
Seat Belt Extender
52
Driver and Front Passenger Supplemental
52
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag
52
Child Restraint
71
Engine Break-In Recommendations
80
Safety Tips
81
Exhaust Gas
82
The Vehicle
83
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle
86
Mirrors
91
Inside Day/Night Mirror
91
Automatic Dimming Mirror - if Equipped
91
Outside Mirrors
92
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature - if Equipped
93
Power Remote Control Mirrors
93
Heated Remote Control Mirrors - if Equipped
94
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - if Equipped
94
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect ) - if Equipped
95
Operation
97
Phone Call Features
104
Uconnect System Features
107
Advanced Phone Connectivity
111
Things You Should Know about Your Uconnect System
113
General Information
122
Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle 121
122
Voice Recognition System (VR) Operation
122
Commands
123
Voice Training
126
Voice Recognition System (VR) - if Equipped
122
Seats
127
Manual Front Seat Adjustments
127
Power Seat - if Equipped
130
Head Restraints
131
Heated Seats - if Equipped
132
60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat with Fold Flat Feature
133
Driver Memory Seat - if Equipped
136
Programming the Memory Feature
136
Linking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless Entry
137
(RKE) Transmitter to the Memory Feature
137
Memory Position Recall
138
Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)
138
To Open and Close the Hood
140
Lights
141
Exterior and Interior Lighting Control
142
Headlights and Parking Lights
142
Automatic Headlights - if Equipped
142
Headlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)
143
Headlight Time Delay - if Equipped
143
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - if Equipped
144
Lights-On Reminder
144
Fog Lights - if Equipped
144
Turn Signals
145
Highbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch
146
Flash to Pass
146
Interior Lights
147
Windshield Wipers and Washers
149
Intermittent Wiper System
150
Mist Feature
151
Headlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)
151
Rain Sensing Wipers - if Equipped
152
Windshield Washers
153
Adding Washer Fluid
154
Tilt Steering Column
154
Electronic Speed Control - if Equipped
155
Electronic Speed Control Operation
155
To Activate
156
To Set at a Desired Speed
157
To Deactivate
157
To Resume Speed
157
To Vary the Speed Setting
158
To Accelerate for Passing
158
Rear Park Assist System - if Equipped
159
System Usage Precautions
159
Enabling and Disabling the System
161
System Operation
162
Garage Door Opener - if Equipped
164
Programming Homelink
165
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
168
Using Homelink
169
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
169
Security
169
Troubleshooting Tips
169
General Information
170
Power Sunroof - if Equipped
170
Opening Sunroof - Express
171
Closing Sunroof - Express
171
Pinch Protect Feature
172
Pinch Protect Override
172
Venting Sunroof - Express
172
Sunshade Operation
172
Wind Buffeting
172
Sunroof Maintenance
173
Ignition off Operation
173
Sky Slider Full Length Open Roof
173
Sky Slider Usage Precautions
173
Power Top Control
175
Opening the Sky Slider
176
Closing the Sky Slider
177
Anti-Pinch Protect Feature
178
Wind Buffeting
178
Sky Slider Maintenance
178
Electrical Power Outlet
178
Maintaining Your Vehicle
178
Electrical Outlet Use with Engine off
180
Power Inverter - if Equipped
180
Cupholders
182
Storage
182
Front Storage Compartment
183
Console Storage Compartment
183
Cargo Area Features
184
Cargo Load Floor
184
Rear Window Features
189
Rear Window Wiper/Washer - if Equipped
189
Rear Window Defroster - if Equipped
191
Roof Luggage Rack - if Equipped
192
Instrument Panel and Controls
194
Instrument Panel and Controls
196
Instrument Panel Features
197
Instrument Cluster
198
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
199
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) - if Equipped
216
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays
217
Oil Change Required
219
Trip Functions
219
Compass Display
221
Telephone (Uconnect ) - if Equipped
223
Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
225
Radio General Information
230
Radio Broadcast Signals
230
Two Types of Signals
230
Electrical Disturbance
230
AM Reception
231
FM Reception
231
Sales Code REQ - AM/FM Stereo Radio and 6-Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX Jack)
231
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
232
Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)
240
Notes on Playing MP3/WMA Files
242
List Button (Disc Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
245
Info Button (Disc Mode for MP3/WMA Play)
245
Sales Code RER - Multimedia System - if Equipped
247
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio
248
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free
248
Communication (Uconnect ) (if Equipped)
248
Clock Setting Procedure
249
Sales Code RES - AM/FM Stereo Radio with CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)
251
Operating Instructions - Radio Mode
251
Operation Instructions - CD Mode for CD and MP3 Audio Play
257
Notes on Playing MP3 Files
260
List Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
262
Info Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)
262
Satellite Radio - if Equipped (REN/REQ/RER/RES Radios Only)
264
System Activation
264
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID)
264
Selecting Satellite Mode
265
Satellite Antenna
265
Reception Quality
265
Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode
266
Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone
268
Equipped
268
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
268
System (VES ) (if Equipped)
268
Remote Sound System Controls - if Equipped
268
Right-Hand Switch Functions
269
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Radio Operation
269
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Media (I.e., CD) Operation
269
CD/DVD Disc Maintenance
270
Climate Controls
270
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System
271
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - if Equipped
275
Operating Tips
281
Starting and Operating
286
Starting Procedures
290
Automatic Transmission
290
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
290
Normal Starting
290
Extreme Cold Weather (below -20°F or -29°C)
291
If Engine Fails to Start
292
After Starting
293
Automatic Transmission
294
Shift Lock Manual Override - if Equipped
295
Brake/Transmission Interlock System
296
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
296
Engine Block Heater - if Equipped
294
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
302
Shifting
303
Downshifting
304
Four-Wheel Drive Operation
305
MP1522 Command-Trac Transfer Case - if Equipped
305
MP3022 Selec-Trac II Transfer Case - if Equipped
311
Off-Road Driving Tips
317
When to Use 4WD Low Range
317
Driving through Water
318
Driving in Snow, Mud and Sand
319
Hill Climbing
319
Traction Downhill
320
After Driving Off-Road
320
On-Road Driving Tips
317
Parking Brake
322
Anti-Lock Brake System
324
Power Steering
327
Electronic Brake Control System
328
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
328
Traction Control System (TCS)
329
Brake Assist System (BAS)
330
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
331
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) - if Equipped
332
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
333
HDC (Hill Descent Control) - if Equipped
336
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
338
ESP/BAS Warning Light and ESP/TCS Indicator
342
Light
342
Tire Safety Information
343
Tire Markings
343
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
346
Tire Loading and Tire Pressure
348
Tires - General Information
352
Tire Pressure
352
Tire Inflation Pressures
354
Tire Pressures for High Speed Operation
355
Radial-Ply Tires
356
Tire Spinning
356
Tread Wear Indicators
357
Life of Tire
357
Replacement Tires
358
Alignment and Balance
359
Tire Chains
360
Tire Rotation Recommendations
361
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) - if Equipped
362
Base System - if Equipped
365
Premium System - if Equipped
367
General Information
372
Fuel Requirements
372
Reformulated Gasoline
373
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
373
MMT in Gasoline
374
Materials Added to Fuel
374
Fuel System Cautions
374
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
375
Adding Fuel
376
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)
376
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
378
Vehicle Loading
378
Certification Label
378
Trailer Towing
381
Common Towing Definitions
381
Trailer Hitch Classification
384
Trailer Towing Weights
385
Ratings)
385
Trailer and Tongue Weight
387
Towing Requirements
388
Towing Tips
393
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
395
Towing - 2WD Models
395
Towing - 4WD Models
395
What to Do in Emergencies
400
Hazard Warning Flasher
401
If Your Engine Overheats
401
Jacking and Tire Changing
402
Jack Location
403
Spare Tire Stowage
403
Spare Tire Removal
403
Preparations for Jacking
404
Jacking Instructions
406
Jump-Starting
409
Towing a Disabled Vehicle
411
Maintaining Your Vehicle
414
Engine Compartment - 3.7L
417
Maintaining Your Vehicle
417
Onboard Diagnostic System - OBD II
418
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
418
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
419
Replacement Parts
420
Authorized Dealer Service
421
Maintenance Procedures
421
Engine Oil
422
Engine Oil Filter
425
Drive Belts - Check Condition and Tension
425
Spark Plugs
425
Catalytic Converter
426
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
426
Fuel Filter
426
Crankcase Emission Control System
428
Maintenance-Free Battery
428
Air Conditioner Maintenance
430
A/C Air Filter - if Equipped
431
Power Steering - Fluid Check
431
Body Lubrication
432
Driveline and Steering Component Lubrication
432
Windshield Wiper Blades
432
Windshield and Rear Window Washers
433
Exhaust System
434
Cooling System
435
Fuel System
440
Hoses and Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses
440
Brake System
441
Clutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission (if Equipped)
443
Automatic Transmission
444
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
445
Transfer Case
445
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
447
Appearance Careand Protection from Corrosion
447
Sky Slider Top Care
453
Washing
453
General Cleaning
453
Additional Cleaning Procedure
454
Protection
454
Weather Strip Care
455
Fuses (Integrated Power Module)
455
Bulb Replacement
462
Headlight
462
Front Fog Light
463
Replacement Light Bulbs
462
Engine
465
Fluid Capacities
465
Chassis
466
Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts
465
If You Need Consumer Assistance
476
If You Need Assistance
478
Daimlerchrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center
479
Daimlerchrysler Canada Inc. Customer Center
479
In Mexico Contact
479
Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
480
Service Contract
480
Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle
478
Prepare for the Appointment
478
Prepare a List
478
Be Reasonable with Requests
478
Mopar Parts
481
Reporting Safety Defects
481
In the 50 United States and Washington, D
481
In Canada
482
Warranty Information (U.S. Vehicles Only)
481
If You Need Consumer Assistance 481
482
Publication Order Forms
482
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality
483
Grades
483
Temperature Grades
484
Treadwear
484
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Brand
Jeep
Model
Liberty 2008
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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