2005 JEEP LIBERTY Owners Manual

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which can kill.
Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
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garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for a extended period. If the vehicle is
stopped in an open area with engine running for more
than a short period, adjust the ventilation system to
force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
•Guard against carbon monoxide with proper mainte-
nance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time
the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions
repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side
windows fully open.
•Always run the climate control in panel or floor mode
when driving with any windows open, even if only
slightly, to help keep fresh air circulating inside ve-
hicle. Otherwise poisonous gases could be drawn into
the vehicle.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident if
they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
pretensioners, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
NOTE:The “Seat Belt Indicator Light” will remain on
until the driver’s seat belt is buckled.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned on. If the bulb is not lit during starting, have the
system checked by an authorized dealer.
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Defrosters
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should feel the air
directed against the windshield.
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The
Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of all exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes
are detected, the cause should be located and corrected
immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

Mirrors...............................81
▫Inside Day/Night Mirror.................81
▫Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror —
If Equipped..........................82
▫Outside Mirrors.......................82
▫Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors —
If Equipped..........................83
▫Heated Remote Control Mirrors —
If Equipped..........................84
▫Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped....84
Hands–Free Communication (UConnect™) —
If Equipped............................85
▫Operation............................87
▫Phone Call Features....................93
▫UConnect™ System Features..............96
▫Advanced Phone Connectivity............100
▫Things You Should Know About Your
UConnect™ System....................102

Seats................................108
▫Front Seat (Manual) Adjustment...........108
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▫Front Seat Adjustment — Recline..........109
▫Head Restraints......................110
▫Power Seat Adjuster — If Equipped........111
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............112
▫65/35 Split Folding Rear Seat.............113

To Open And Close The Hood.............116

Lights...............................117
▫Interior Lights.......................117
▫Front Map/Reading Lights..............118
▫Multi-Function Control Lever.............118
▫Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, And
Headlights..........................119
▫High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......119▫Passing Light........................119
▫Turn Signals.........................119
▫Lights-On Reminder...................120
▫Battery Saver Feature — Exterior Lights.....120
▫Fog Lights — If Equipped...............120
▫Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped.....120
▫Light Bar — If Equipped................121

Windshield Wipers And Washers............123
▫Windshield Washers...................124
▫Mist Feature.........................125
▫Windshield Wiper Operation.............125
▫Intermittent Wiper System...............125

Tilt Steering Column....................126
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Electronic Speed Control..................127
▫To Activate..........................127
▫To Set At A Desired Speed...............128
▫To Deactivate........................128
▫To Resume Speed.....................128
▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............128
▫To Accelerate For Passing...............129

Overhead Console — If Equipped...........129
▫Dome/Reading Lights..................130
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center.......131
▫Customer Programmable Features.........132
▫Mini-Trip Computer...................135

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........139▫When Your Vehicle Is New..............140
▫Programming Homelink................141
▫Gate Operator/Canadian Programming.....144
▫Using Homelink......................145

Power Sunroof — If Equipped.............145
▫Express Open Feature..................147
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................147

Power Outlet..........................148

Cup Holders..........................150
▫Smoker’s Package — If Equipped..........150

Cargo Area Features.....................151
▫Cargo Light.........................151
▫Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped . 151
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▫Cargo Tie-Down Hooks.................152
▫Cargo Organizer — If Equipped...........154

Rear Window Features...................156▫Rear Window Wiper/Washer.............156
▫Rear Window Defroster.................158

Roof Luggage Rack.....................159
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