2002 JEEP LIBERTY The

HEADLINER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the a-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM AND GRAB HANDLE -
REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the visors. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTE-
RIOR/SUN VISOR - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove the sun visor support. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/SUN VISOR SUPPORT -
REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the overhead console. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - REMOVAL)
(5) Cut rear washer hose at the mark about half-
way up the a-pillar.
(6) Remove the upper b-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM -
REMOVAL)
(7) Remove the assist handles. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/ASSIST HANDLE - REMOVAL)
(8) Remove the quarter trim. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL)
(9) Disconnect the electrical connector along the
left d-pillar and remove the ground wire.
(10) Remove the dome light in the rear.
(11) Remove the sunroof opening trim lace, if
equipped. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SUNROOF/OPENING
TRIM LACE - REMOVAL)(12) Remove the rear washer nozzle.
(13) Remove the headliner.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the headliner.
(2) Install the assist handles. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/ASSIST HANDLE - INSTALLATION)
(3) Install the visors. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERI-
OR/SUN VISOR - INSTALLATION)
(4) Install the visor supports. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INTERIOR/SUN VISOR SUPPORT - INSTALLA-
TION)
(5) Install the overhead console. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - INSTALLA-
TION)
(6) Connect the rear washer hose, previously cut,
with a hose junction.
(7) Install the a-pillar trim and grab handles.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM -
INSTALLATION)
(8) Install the upper b-pillar trim. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM -
INSTALLATION)
(9) Install the rear washer nozzle.
(10) Connect the electrical connector and ground
wire at the left d-pillar.
(11) Install the quarter trim panels. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM PANEL -
INSTALLATION)
(12) Install the rear dome light.
(13) Install the sunroof opening trim lace, if
equipped. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SUNROOF/OPENING
TRIM LACE - INSTALLATION)
QUARTER TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent,
remove the rear header trim.
(2) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent,
remove the rear sill plate.
(3) Remove the hook pin type connector.
(4) Fold down the rear seat.
(5) Remove the seat belt anchor and pivot. (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT &
RETRACTOR - REMOVAL)
(6) Remove the belt access panel. (Fig. 4)
(7) Remove the storage cover.
(8) Disconnect the 12v power supply electrical con-
nector, if equipped.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the 12v power supply electrical con-
nector, if equipped.
(2) Install the storage cover.
Fig. 3 FLOOR CONSOLE
1 - SHIFT BEZEL
2 - ACCESSORY CUP
3 - BOLTS (4)
4 - FLOOR CONSOLE
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FLOOR CONSOLE LID LATCH (Continued)

(3) Install the belt access panel.
(4) Install the seat belt anchor and pivot. (Refer to
8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT &
RETRACTOR - INSTALLATION)
(5) Install the hook pin type connector.
(6) Position the rear sill plate and seat the retain-
ing clips.
(7) Position the rear header trim and seat the
retaining clips.
REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE
REMOVAL
(1) Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent,
release the retaining clips and remove the scuff
plate.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the scuff plate and seat the retaining
clips.
SUN VISOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the screws at the visor pivot.
(2) Disconnect the electrical connector and remove
the visor.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the electrical connector and install the
visor.
(2) Install the screws at the visor pivots.
SUN VISOR SUPPORT
REMOVAL
(1) Using a small pry tool or equivalent, release
the support retaining clip by prying out and remove
the support. (Fig. 5)
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the visor support and seat the retain-
ing clip.
Fig. 4 QUARTER TRIM PANEL
1 - C-PILLAR
2 - D-PILLAR
3 - BELT ACCESS PANEL
4 - QUARTER TRIM PANEL
Fig. 5 SUN VISOR SUPPORT
1 - HEADLINER
2 - RETAINER CLIP
3 - SUN VISOR SUPPORT
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QUARTER TRIM PANEL (Continued)

REAR VIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL
(1) If equipped, disconnect mirror harness connec-
tor.
(2) Loosen the mirror base setscrew (Fig. 6).
(3) Slide the mirror base upward and off the
bracket.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the mirror base at the bracket and
slide it downward onto the support bracket (Fig. 6).
(2) Tighten the setscrew 1 N´m (15 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) If equipped, connect mirror harness connector.
INSTALLATION - REARVIEW MIRROR
SUPPORT BRACKET
(1) Mark the position for the mirror bracket on the
outside of the windshield glass with a wax pencil.
(2) Clean the bracket contact area on the glass.
Use a mild powdered cleanser on a cloth saturated
with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. Finally, clean the
glass with a paper towel dampened with alcohol.
(3) Sand the surface on the support bracket with
fine grit-sandpaper. Wipe the bracket surface clean
with a paper towel.
(4) Apply accelerator to the surface on the bracket
according to the following instructions:
(a) Crush the vial to saturate the felt applicator.
(b) Remove the paper sleeve.
(c) Apply accelerator to the contact surface on
the bracket.
(d) Allow the accelerator to dry for five minutes.
(e) Do not touch the bracket contact surface
after the accelerator has been applied.
(5) Apply adhesive accelerator to the bracket con-
tact surface on the windshield glass. Allow the accel-
erator to dry for one minute. Do not touch the glass
contact surface after the accelerator has been
applied.
(6) Install the bracket according to the following
instructions:
(a) Apply one drop of adhesive at the center of
the bracket contact-surface on the windshield
glass.
(b) Apply an even coat of adhesive to the contact
surface on the bracket.
(c) Align the bracket with the marked position
on the windshield glass.
(d) Press and hold the bracket in place for at
least one minute.
NOTE: Verify that the mirror support bracket is cor-
rectly aligned, because the adhesive will cure rap-
idly.
(7) Allow the adhesive to cure for 8-10 minutes.
Remove any excess adhesive with an alcohol-damp-
ened cloth.
(8) Allow the adhesive to cure for an additional
8-10 minutes before installing the mirror.
Fig. 6 Rear View Mirror
1 - CONNECTOR
2 - SCREW
3 - REAR VIEW MIRROR
4 - SUPPORT BUTTON
5 - WINDSHIELD
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PAINT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PAINT
SPECIFICATIONS - PAINT CODES.........162
PAINT CODE
DESCRIPTION........................162
BASE COAT/CLEAR COAT FINISH
DESCRIPTION........................162PAINT TOUCH-UP
DESCRIPTION........................163
FINESSE SANDING/BUFFING & POLISHING
DESCRIPTION........................163
PAINT
SPECIFICATIONS - PAINT CODES
EXTERIOR COLORS
EXTERIOR COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Black Clear Coat DX8
Bright Cactus Green
Pearl CoatAFM
Bright Silver Metallic
Clear CoatWS2
Dark Garnet Red Pearl
CoatXRV
Flame Red Clear Coat PR4
Patriot Blue Pearl Coat WB7
Salsa Red Pearl Coat WE5
Shale Green Metallic
Clear CoatXGR
Steel Blue Pearl Coat XBQ
Stone White Clear Coat SW1
Woodland Brown Satin
GlowYU2
INTERIOR COLORS
INTERIOR COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Taupe L5
Dark Slate Gray DV
Dark Slate Gray/Light
TaupeD2
Taupe/Light Taupe L2
ACCESSORY COLORS
PART COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Renegade
Roof
Rack/Light
BarDeep Gray ZSP
Sport
Fascia/Wheel
FlareDark Neutral
GrayHS5
PAINT CODE
DESCRIPTION
The paint code is identified on the Vehicle Safety
Certification Label which is located on the drivers
door shut face. The color names provided in the Paint
and Trim Code Description chart are the color names
used on most repair product containers.
BASE COAT/CLEAR COAT
FINISH
DESCRIPTION
The original equipment finish is a multi step pro-
cess that involves cleaning, applying electro de-posi-
tion (E-coat), anti-chip primer, base coat, and clear
coat steps.
On most vehicles a two-part paint application (base
coat/clear coat) is used. Color paint that is applied to
primer is called base coat. The clear coat protects the
base coat from ultraviolet light and provides a dura-
ble high-gloss finish.
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CAUTION: Do not use abrasive chemicals or com-
pounds on painted surfaces. Damage to finish can
result.
Do not use harsh alkaline based cleaning solvents
on painted surfaces. Damage to finish or color can
result.
PAINT TOUCH-UP
DESCRIPTION
When a painted metal surface has been scratched
or chipped, it should be touched-up as soon as possi-
ble to avoid corrosion. For best results, use Mopart
Scratch Filler/Primer, Touch-Up Paints and Clear Top
Coat. Refer to Introduction group of this manual for
Body Code Plate information.
WARNING: USE AN OSHA APPROVED BREATHING
FILTER WHEN SPRAYING PAINT OR SOLVENTS IN
A CONFINED AREA. PERSONAL INJURY CAN
RESULT.
OPERATION
(1) Scrape loose paint and corrosion from inside
scratch or chip.
(2) Clean affected area with MopartTar/Road Oil
Remover, and allow to dry.
(3) Fill the inside of the scratch or chip with a coat
of filler/primer. Do not overlap primer onto good sur-
face finish. The applicator brush should be wet
enough to puddle-fill the defect without running. Do
not stroke brush applicator on body surface. Allow
the filler/primer to dry hard.
(4) Cover the filler/primer with color touch-up
paint. Do not overlap touch-up color onto the originalcolor coat around the scratch or chip. Butt the new
color to the original color, if possible. Do not stroke
applicator brush on body surface. Allow touch-up
paint to dry hard.
(5) On vehicles without clear coat, the touch-up
color can be lightly finesse sanded (1500 grit) and
polished with rubbing compound.
(6) On vehicles with clear coat, apply clear top coat
to touch-up paint with the same technique as
described in Step 4. Allow clear top coat to dry hard.
If desired, Step 5 can be performed on clear top coat.
WARNING: AVOID PROLONGED SKIN CONTACT
WITH PETROLEUM OR ALCOHOL ± BASED CLEAN-
ING SOLVENTS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
AVOID PROLONGED SKIN CONTACT WITH PETRO-
LEUM OR ALCOHOL ± BASED CLEANING SOL-
VENTS. PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
FINESSE SANDING/BUFFING &
POLISHING
DESCRIPTION
Minor acid etching, orange peel, or smudging in
clear coat or single-stage finishes can be reduced
with light finesse sanding, hand buffing, and polish-
ing.If the finish has been finesse sanded in the
past, it cannot be repeated. Finesse sanding
operation should be performed by a trained
automotive paint technician.
CAUTION: Do not remove clear coat finish, if
equipped. Base coat paint must retain clear coat for
durability.
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BASE COAT/CLEAR COAT FINISH (Continued)

SEATS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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HEADREST
REMOVAL............................164
INSTALLATION........................164
HEADREST SLEEVE
REMOVAL............................164
INSTALLATION........................164
SEAT - FRONT
REMOVAL............................165
INSTALLATION........................165
SEAT BACK - FRONT
REMOVAL............................166
INSTALLATION........................166
SEAT BACK RECLINER - FRONT
REMOVAL............................166
INSTALLATION........................166
SEAT BACK COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL............................166
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT BACK CUSHION - FRONT
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT CUSHION - FRONT
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT CUSHION COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167
SEAT CUSHION SIDE SHIELDS
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................167MANUAL SEAT RISER
REMOVAL............................167
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT TRACK
REMOVAL............................168
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT - REAR
REMOVAL............................168
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT BACK - REAR
REMOVAL............................168
INSTALLATION........................168
SEAT BACK COVER - REAR
REMOVAL............................169
INSTALLATION........................169
SEAT BACK CUSHION - REAR
REMOVAL............................170
INSTALLATION........................170
FOLDING REAR SEAT BACK LATCH / LOCK
REMOVAL............................170
INSTALLATION........................170
REAR SEAT BACK LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL............................170
INSTALLATION........................171
SEAT BACK FRAME - REAR
REMOVAL............................171
INSTALLATION........................171
SEAT CUSHION - REAR
REMOVAL............................171
INSTALLATION........................171
HEADREST
REMOVAL
(1) Depress head restraint release button and lift
head restraint to full up position.
(2) Using a small flat blade, depress tab on right
side head restraint release button and using your
hand, simultaneously press tab on left side head
restraint release button and pull head restraint up to
separate from seat back.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position head restraint in seat back, press tab
on left side head restraint release button and push
down head restraint to secure.
HEADREST SLEEVE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the headrest. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/HEADREST - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the headrest sleeve cover.
(3) Rotate head restraint sleeve 1/4 turn counter-
clockwise to release retaining tab.
(4) Pull sleeve from seat back frame.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position sleeve in seat back frame.
(2) Rotate head restraint sleeve 1/4 turn clockwise
to engage retaining tab.
(3) Install the headrest sleeve cover.
(4) Install the headrest. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/HEADREST - INSTALLATION)
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SEAT - FRONT
REMOVAL
WARNING: DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINTS SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER
AIRBAG, PASSENGER AIRBAG, SEAT BELT TEN-
SIONER, SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT
PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE.
DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGA-
TIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES
FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS-
ABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS SYSTEM.
FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING: DURING AND FOLLOWING ANY SEAT
BELT SERVICE, CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL SEAT
BELTS, BUCKLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND
RETRACTORS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION,
OPERATION, OR DAMAGE. REPLACE ANY BELT
THAT IS CUT, FRAYED, OR TORN. STRAIGHTEN
ANY BELT THAT IS TWISTED. TIGHTEN ANY
LOOSE FASTENERS. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT
HAS A DAMAGED OR INOPERATIVE BUCKLE OR
RETRACTOR. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT HAS A
BENT OR DAMAGED LATCH PLATE OR ANCHOR
PLATE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A SEAT BELT
COMPONENT. ALWAYS REPLACE DAMAGED OR
FAULTY SEAT BELT COMPONENTS WITH THE COR-
RECT, NEW AND UNUSED REPLACEMENT PARTS
LISTED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
(1) Remove the seat belt anchor bolt. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT &
RETRACTOR - REMOVAL)
(2) Slide seat back and remove the front bolts.
(Fig. 1)
(3) Slide seat to forward position and remove the
rear bolt/nut.
(4) Disconnect the electrical connectors and
remove the seat.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINTS SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER
AIRBAG, PASSENGER AIRBAG, SEAT BELT TEN-
SIONER, SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT
PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE.
DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGA-TIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES
FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS-
ABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS SYSTEM.
FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING: DURING AND FOLLOWING ANY SEAT
BELT SERVICE, CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL SEAT
BELTS, BUCKLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND
RETRACTORS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION,
OPERATION, OR DAMAGE. REPLACE ANY BELT
THAT IS CUT, FRAYED, OR TORN. STRAIGHTEN
ANY BELT THAT IS TWISTED. TIGHTEN ANY
LOOSE FASTENERS. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT
HAS A DAMAGED OR INOPERATIVE BUCKLE OR
RETRACTOR. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT HAS A
BENT OR DAMAGED LATCH PLATE OR ANCHOR
PLATE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A SEAT BELT
COMPONENT. ALWAYS REPLACE DAMAGED OR
FAULTY SEAT BELT COMPONENTS WITH THE COR-
RECT, NEW AND UNUSED REPLACEMENT PARTS
LISTED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
(1) Install the seats and connect the electrical con-
nectors.
(2) Slide the seat to the rearward position and
install the bolts.
(3) Tighten the outboard bolt to 43 N´m (32 ft. lbs.)
and then tighten the inboard bolt to 43 N´m (32 ft.
lbs.).
Fig. 1 FRONT SEATS
1 - FRONT SEATS
2 - BOLTS
3 - STUDS
4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS
5 - NUTS
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(4) Slide the seat to the forward position and
install the rear bolt and nut.
(5) Tighten the fasteners to 43 N´m (32 ft. lbs.).
(6) Install the seat belt anchor and bolt. (Refer to
8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT &
RETRACTOR - INSTALLATION)
SEAT BACK - FRONT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seat. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
SEAT - FRONT - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the seat cushion side shields. (Refer to
23 - BODY/SEATS/SEAT CUSHION SIDE SHIELDS
- REMOVAL)
(3) Disconnect the lock out cable from both reclin-
ers. (Fig. 2)
(4) Remove the bolts and remove the seat back.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the seat back and install the bolts.
(2) Tighten the bolts to 28 N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
(3) Connect the lock out cable to both recliners.
(4) Install the belt buckle. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/RESTRAINTS/SEAT BELT BUCKLE - INSTAL-
LATION)
(5) Install the side shields. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT CUSHION SIDE SHIELDS - INSTAL-
LATION)
(6) Install the seat. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/
SEAT - FRONT - INSTALLATION)
SEAT BACK RECLINER -
FRONT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT BACK - FRONT - REMOVAL)
(2) Position the seat back cover out of the way and
remove the bolts. (Fig. 3)
(3) Remove the recliners from the seat back frame.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the recliners onto the seat back.
(2) Position the seat back cover aside and install
the recliner bolts.
(3) Tighten the bolts to 28 N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT BACK - FRONT - INSTALLATION)
SEAT BACK COVER - FRONT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seat back. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
SEATS/SEAT BACK - FRONT - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the head rest and remove the trim
caps. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/HEADREST -
REMOVAL)
(3) Disconnect the j-straps.
(4) Remove the two lower hog rings.
(5) Partially remove the seat back cover and
remove the two upper hog rings.
(6) Remove the seat back cover.
Fig. 2 SEAT BACK RECLINER
1 - LOCK OUT CABLE
2 - BOLTS
3 - RECLINER
4 - SEAT BACK
Fig. 3 SEAT BACK RECLINER
1 - SEAT BACK RECLINER
2 - BOLTS
3 - SEAT BACK
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SEAT - FRONT (Continued)