2005 JEEP LIBERTY Oil fluid

Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120]
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary.X
Replace the spark plugs.X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve, if necessary. X
Inspect the ignition cables, and replace if necessary (2.4L Only).X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Not required if pre-
viously replaced.XX
Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze if not done at
102,000 miles (163 000 km).X
Replace the timing belt (2.4L Only). X
Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X
Inspection and service should be performed anytime a
malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts. This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but it is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.
SCHEDULE “A” — GASOLINE ENGINES 377
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At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent, add as required.
Once a Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery, clean and tighten the terminals as
required.
•Check the fluid levels of engine coolant/anti-freeze
deaeration bottle, brake master cylinder, and transmis-
sion, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect brake hoses.
•Check the engine coolant/anti-freeze level, hoses, and
clamps.
•Inspect engine accessory drive belts. Replace as neces-
sary.
•Inspect for the presence of water in the fuel filter/
water separator unit.
Tire Rotation
•Rotate the tires every 6,000 miles (10 000 km).
SCHEDULE “A” — GASOLINE ENGINES 379
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Miles 6,250 12,500 18,750 25,000 31,250
(Kilometers) (10 000) (20 000) (30 000) (40 000) (50 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as
necessary.X X XXX
Replace the engine air filter element.XX
Inspect the boost pressure solenoid filter. Replace
as necessary.X X XXX
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid. X X
SCHEDULE “B” — DIESEL ENGINES 381
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Miles 37,500 43,750 50,000 56,250 62,500
(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as
necessary.X X XXX
Replace the engine air filter element.XXX
Inspect the boost pressure solenoid filter. Replace
as necessary.X X XXX
Replace the boost pressure solenoid filter, if not
previously replaced.X
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X
Replace the engine accessory drive belt. X
Inspect the brake linings. X X X
Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid. X X X
Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X
Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid,
and replace sump filter. X
382 SCHEDULE “B” — DIESEL ENGINES
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Schedule “A” — Diesel Engines
Miles 12,500 25,000 37,500 50,000
(Kilometers) (20 000) (40 000) (60 000) (80 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element. Replace as neces-
sary.XXXX
Replace the engine air filter element.XX
Inspect the boost pressure solenoid filter. Replace as nec-
essary.XXXX
Replace the boost pressure solenoid filter, if not previ-
ously replaced.X
Replace the fuel filter/water separator unit. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X
SCHEDULE “A” — DIESEL ENGINES 385
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Selection of Coolant..................326,356
Temperature Gauge..................... 171
Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 319
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 127
Cruise Light........................... 172
Cup Holder............................ 150
Customer Assistance..................... 390
Cylinder, Retest Requirements............... 120
Daytime Running Lights................... 120
Dealer Service.......................... 312
Defroster, Rear Window................... 158
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 309
Diesel Engine Maintenance................. 378
Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming.............. 225
Diesel Fuel Water Separator................ 225
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 119
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine).......................... 312Power Steering........................ 322
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 302
Disarming, Theft System................... 31
Disposal
Engine Oil........................... 316
Used Engine Fluids..................... 316
Door Locks............................. 20
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 23
Door Opener, Garage..................... 139
Doors................................. 20
Drive Belts............................ 316
Driving............................... 249
Off-Pavement......................... 249
Off-Road............................ 249
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 83
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary................. 148
Electrical Power Outlets................... 148
Electronic Speed Control................... 127
INDEX 403
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Exhaust Gas Caution...................73,280
Exhaust System......................... 324
Exterior Finish Care...................... 338
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 319
Engine Oil........................... 316
Finish Care............................ 338
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 292
Turn Signal.....................168,352,355
Flooded Engine Starting................... 222
Fluid Capacities......................... 356
Fluid Leaks............................. 75
Fluid Level Checks....................... 75
Automatic Transmission................. 333
Clutch Fluid.......................... 335
Engine Oil........................... 312
Manual Transmission................... 335Power Steering........................ 322
Fog Light Service........................ 353
Fog Lights..........................120,353
Folding Rear Seat........................ 113
Four Wheel Drive....................... 236
Operation........................... 236
Shifting..........................239,243
Systems..........................236,240
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 292
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 236
Front Axle............................. 337
Fuel..............................276,280
Diesel.............................. 280
Filler Cap............................ 281
Filler Door........................... 281
Gasoline............................ 276
Gauge.............................. 174
Materials Added....................... 279
Octane Rating........................ 276
INDEX 405
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Maintenance.......................333,335
Manual............................. 227
Shifting............................. 227
Warning Light........................ 172
Transmitter Battery Service.................. 29
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 139
Transmitter Programming................... 28
Transporting Pets........................ 72
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 266
Trip Odometer.......................... 171
Turbo Cool Down....................... 224
Turn Signals................... 119,168,352,355
Underhood Fuses........................ 345
Universal Transmitter..................... 139
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 276
Upholstery Care........................ 340
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 330Vanity Mirrors........................... 84
Variance, Compass....................... 138
Vehicle Identification Number................ 8
Vehicle Loading......................... 259
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 9
Vehicle Storage......................... 349
Vinyl Trim............................. 340
Viscosity, Engine Oil...................314,315
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 292
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 168
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 393
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 157
Washers, Windshield..................124,324
Washing Vehicle......................... 338
Waxing and Polishing..................... 338
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 267
Wheel Mounting........................ 298
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