2004 JEEP LIBERTY maintenance

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1INTRODUCTION.............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE..............................71
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...................................145
5STARTING AND OPERATING.................................................207
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES..............................................271
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...............................................283
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES..................................................329
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE.........................................347
10INDEX....................................................................357
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and the narrower track, if this vehicle is out of control it
may roll over when some other vehicles may not.
Do not attempt sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers or other
unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle
control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result
in an accident, roll over of the vehicle, and severe or fatal
injury. Drive carefully.Failure to use driver and passenger seat beltsprovided
is a major cause of severe or fatal injury. In fact, the U.S.
government notes that the universal use of existing seat
belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more
each year, and could reduce disabling injuries by 2
million annually. In a roll over crash an unbelted person
is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing
a seat belt. Always buckle up.
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
INTRODUCTION 5
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WARNING!
²You need proper knee impact protection in a
collision. Do not mount or locate any aftermarket
equipment on or behind the knee bolsters.
²It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the
airbag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who
works on your vehicle that it has an airbag system.
Airbag Warning Light
You will want to have the airbag system ready to inflate
for your protection in an impact. The airbag system is
designed to be maintenance free. If any of the following
occurs, have an authorized dealer service the system
promptly:
²Does not come on during the 6 to 8 seconds after the
ignition switch is first turned on.
²Remains on after the 6 to 8 second interval.
²Comes on for any period of time while driving.
Child Restraint
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the
time Ð babies and children, too. Every state in the United
States and all Canadian provinces require that small
children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law,
and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
Children 12 years and under should ride properly buck-
led up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash
statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seats rather than in the front.
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mElectronic Speed Control..................108
NTo Activate..........................108
NTo Set At A Desired Speed...............109
NTo Deactivate........................109
NTo Resume Speed.....................109
NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............109
NTo Accelerate For Passing...............109
mOverhead Console Ð If Equipped...........110
NDome/Reading Lights..................111
NElectronic Vehicle Information Center.......112
NTire Pressure Monitor System.............113
NGeneral Information...................115
NCustomer Programmable Features.........115NMini-Trip Computer...................120
mGarage Door Opener Ð If Equipped.........125
NWhen Your Vehicle Is New..............126
NProgramming Homelink................126
NGate Operator/Canadian Programming.....129
NUsing Homelink......................130
mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped.............130
NExpress Open Feature..................132
NSunroof Maintenance...................132
mPower Outlet..........................133
mCigar Lighter Ð If Equipped...............135
mGlove Compartment.....................135
mCup Holders..........................136
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73
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²SPARE LOW PRESSURE
²SPARE HIGH PRESSURE
²TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE
²TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE
²TIRE SENSOR BAD/MISSING
²SPARE SWAP DETECTED
Tire Pressure Monitor System
The Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system uses wireless
technology to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors,
mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem transmit
tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the over-
head console.
The tire pressure is shown in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) display. The TPM system
remains active even if it is not displayed in the EVIC.
CAUTION!
The TPM system is designed to monitor your tire
pressure and will not function as a tire pressure
gauge while adjusting the pressure in your tires.
There will be a delay between the instant you adjust
the air pressure in a tire and when the system
updates the display.
NOTE:The TPM system can inform you about a low or
high tire pressure condition, but it does not replace
normal tire maintenance.
The TPM system is not intended to provide you with
notification of rapid pressure loss.
1. If any tire pressure has exceeded the low or high
pressure (refer to STARTING AND OPERATING Ð
TIRES AND WHEELS), the TPM system will display a
message in the EVIC and sound a chime. It will then go
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113
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Express Open Feature
During the Express Open operation, any movement of
the switch will stop the sunroof and it will remain in a
partial open position. Again, momentarily pressing the
switch rearward will activate the Express Open Feature.
To close the sunroof, hold the switch in the forward
position. Again, any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open
condition until the switch is pushed forward again. The
sunroof is not completely closed until the rear of the
sunroof glass moves upward at the end of it's travel.
The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sunroof is open.WARNING!
²In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
²Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
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mSatellite Radio Ð If Equipped..............190
NSystem Activation.....................190
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................190
NSelecting Satellite Mode In RBB And RBK
Radios.............................191
NSelecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ,
And RBQ Radios.....................191
NSelecting a Channel....................192
NStoring And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......192
NUsing The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................192
NPTY Button9Scan9.....................193
NPTY Button9Seek9.....................193NSatellite Antenna......................193
NReception Quality.....................193
mRemote Sound System Controls Ð If Equipped . . 194
NRadio Operation......................195
NTape Player.........................195
NCD Player Ð Single Disc In Radio.........195
NCD Player Ð 6 Disc In Cargo Area.........196
mCassette Tape And Player Maintenance.......196
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............197
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........198
mClimate Controls.......................198
NHeater.............................198
NAir Conditioning.....................200
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147
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If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch has no
function in this mode.
CD Player Ð 6 Disc in Cargo Area
Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once
will go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.
If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.
The button in the center of the left hand switch will cause
the CD changer to play the next available disc in the
6±disc magazine.
CASSETTE TAPE AND PLAYER MAINTENANCE
To keep the cassette tapes and player in good condition,
take the following precautions:
1. Do not use cassette tapes longer than C-90; otherwise,
sound quality and tape durability will be greatly dimin-
ished.
2. Keep the cassette tape in its case to protect from
slackness and dust when it is not in use.
3. Keep the cassette tape away from direct sunlight, heat
and magnetic fields such as the radio speakers.
4. Before inserting a tape, make sure that the label is
adhering flatly to the cassette.
5. A loose tape should be corrected before use. To rewind
a loose tape, insert the eraser end of a pencil into the tape
drive gear and twist the pencil in the required directions.
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