2004 JEEP LIBERTY instrument cluster

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel And Interior Controls.......149
mInstrument Cluster......................150
mInstrument Cluster Description.............151
mElectronic Digital Clock..................158
NClock Setting Procedure.................158
mRadio General Information................158
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................158
NTwo Types Of Signals..................159
NElectrical Disturbances..................159NAM Reception.......................159
NFM Reception........................159
mSales Code RBBÐAM/FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer
Capability............................160
NOperating Instructions..................160
NPower Button........................160
NElectronic Volume Control...............160
NSeek..............................161
NTune ..............................1614

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Tachometer
Indicates the permissible engine revolutions-per-minute
for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up
on the accelerator to prevent engine damage.
2. Turn Signal Indicator Light
The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior
turn signals, when using the multi-function control
lever. A chime will sound if the turn signals are left on
continuously for 2 miles (3 km) until they are deacti-
vated.
3. High Beam Indicator Light
This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the multi-function control lever to-
wards the steering wheel to switch the headlights from
high to low beam.4. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
5. Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Light Ð If Equipped
This light will turn on when there is a low tire
pressure condition. The light will also turn on
if a problem exist with any tire sensor. The light
will remain on until the tire pressure is prop-
erly set or the problem with the sensor is corrected.
This light will turn on momentarily as a bulb check when
the engine is started.
When the ªTire Pressure Monitor Warning Lightº is lit,
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible,
and inflate them to the proper pressure as indicated on
the vehicle's tire information placard. Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to over-
heat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also
reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect
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towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed the
upper limits of the normal operating range.
If the pointer rises to the red zone (five chimes will
occur), pull over and stop the vehicle. Do not turn the
engine off. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioning
turned off, until the pointer drops back into the normal
range. If the engine remains in the high range, turn the
engine off and call for service.
12. Reset Button
Press this button to toggle between the odometer and trip
odometer display. When in the trip odometer mode,
holding the button in resets the trip odometer. Also,
pressing the ªResetº button will clear out any warning
messages in the odometer display.
13. Odometer/Trip Odometer
A vacuum fluorescent display indicates the total distance
the vehicle has been driven. Also, the cluster will display,
replacing the odometer/trip odometer, vehicle warningmessages such as: door/gate/glass ajar and low washer
fluid. See appropriate sections for more information.
NOTE:If vehicle is equipped with the optional Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the overhead
console, all warnings including ªdoorº, ªGATEº,
ªGLASSº, and ªLOWASHº will only be displayed in the
EVIC display (not in the instrument cluster). For addi-
tional information, refer to ªOverhead Console Ð If
Equippedº in Section 3.
U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There-
fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so that the correct mileage can
be determined.
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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
Command-TracTOperating
Information/Precautions
The Command-Tracttransfer case provides 4 mode
positions-2(rear) wheel drive high range, 4-wheel drive
high range, neutral, and 4-wheel drive low range.
This transfer case is intended to be driven in the 2-wheel
drive position (2H) for normal street and highway con-
ditions such as dry hard surfaced roads.
When additional traction is required the transfer case 4H
and 4L positions can be used to lock the front and rear
driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels
to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by
simply moving the shift lever to these positions. The 4H
and 4L positions are intended for loose, slippery road
surfaces only. Driving in the 4H and 4L positions on dry
hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and
damage to the driveline components.The PART TIME indicator light, located in the instrument
cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to the
4H position.
The 4 LO MODE indicator light, located in the instru-
ment cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is shifted
to the 4L position. There is no light for the 2H or N
(Neutral) positions.
222 STARTING AND OPERATING

WARNING!
On vehicles equipped with a limited-slip differen-
tial, never run the engine with one rear wheel off the
ground. The vehicle may drive through the rear
wheel remaining on the ground and cause you to
lose control of your vehicle.
PARKING BRAKE
To set the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
possible. When the parking brake is applied with the
ignition ON, the ªBrake Warning Lightº in the instru-
ment cluster will light.
NOTE:The instrument cluster ªBrake Warning Lightº
indicates only that the parking brake is applied. You must
be sure the parking brake is fully applied before leaving
the vehicle.To release the parking brake, pull up slightly, press the
center button, then lower the lever completely.
232 STARTING AND OPERATING

VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
²Remove Cartridge fuse #15 in the Power Distribution
Center labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
²Store the removed IOD fuse in the Power Distribution
Center location #11 labeled ªIOD Storage.º
²Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
²Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
insure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Lights Bulb Type
A/C Heater.................... NotServiceable
Ashtray Receiver Light.................... 161
Climate Control (Manual A/C)................ 74
Front Reading........................... 192
Rear Cargo Light.......................214±2
Lighted Vanity Mirror *.............. P/N6501966
Underpanel Courtesy Lights................. 906
Instrument Cluster (General Illumination)....... 103
Telltale/Hazard Light...................... 74
* Available only from authorized dealers.
324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Instrument Cluster....................... 150
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 149
Interior Appearance Care.................. 317
Interior Fuses.......................... 320
Interior Lighting......................... 98
Interior Lights........................... 98
Intermittent Wipers...................... 107
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 274
Jack Operation.......................... 276
Jacking Instructions...................... 276
Jump Starting.......................... 279
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key Release Button....................... 13
Key, Replacement........................ 15
Key, Sentry............................. 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14Keyless Entry System...................... 23
Keys................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 151
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 35
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................62,63
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 259
Light Bar............................. 103
Lighter, Cigar.......................... 135
Lights..............................98,324
Airbag............................58,157
Anti-Lock........................... 152
Battery Saver......................... 102
Brake Warning........................ 155
Cargo ............................99,137
Cruise.............................. 155
Daytime Running...................... 102
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............99,101
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