2005 JEEP LIBERTY roof rack

WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured be-
cause the airbags are not there to protect you. These
protective covers for the airbag cushions are de-
signed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
•If your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do
not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough
to block the location of the window bag. The area
where the window bag is located should remain
free from any obstructions.
•If your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do
not have any accessory items installed which will
alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your
vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma-
nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation
on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of
the vehicle for any reason.
Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the
instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved
protection for the driver and front passenger. Window
bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant
protection.
The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types
of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to
severe frontal collisions.
NOTE:The passenger front airbag may not deploy even
when the driver front airbag has if the Occupant Classi-
fication System (refer to “Occupant Classification Sys-
tem” in this section) has determined the seat is empty or
is occupied by someone that is classified in the “child”
category. This could be a child, a teenager, or even a small
adult.
If your vehicle is so equipped, the window bag on the
crash side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to
severe side collisions. But even in collisions where the
50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

▫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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ROOF LUGGAGE RACK
External racks do not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant
and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the
luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity as
shown on the label attached to the drivers door shut face.CAUTION!
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity
of 150 lbs (68 kg) or 65 lbs (29.5 kg) on Renegade
models. Always distribute heavy loads as evenly
as possible and secure the load appropriately.
•Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, should be
secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle.
•Place a blanket or other protection between the
surface of the roof and the load.
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully
when carrying large or heavy loads on the roof rack.
Wind forces, due to natural causes or nearby truck
traffic, can add sudden upward loads. This is espe-
cially true on large flat loads and may result in
damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
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WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof
rack “Cautions” when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
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Transmission Warning................... 172
Turn Signal.................. 119,168,352,355
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 168
Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 258
Locks
Automatic Door........................ 23
Child Protection........................ 24
Door................................ 20
Power Door........................... 23
Steering Wheel......................... 19
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................67,68
Lubrication, Body....................... 323
Luggage Carrier......................... 159
Luggage Rack.......................... 159
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 320
Maintenance Procedures................... 312Maintenance Schedule.................360,378
Diesel.............................. 378
Light Duty ScheduleA..............373,385
Light Duty ScheduleB...............363,380
ScheduleA.......................373,385
ScheduleB.......................363,380
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 147
Malfunction Indicator Light..............169,310
Manual, Service......................... 396
Manual Transmission..................227,335
Fluid Level Check...................... 335
Lubricant Selection..................... 335
Shift Speeds.......................... 229
Map/Reading Lights..................... 130
Master Cylinder......................... 332
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 135
Mirrors................................ 81
Automatic Dimming..................... 82
Electric Remote........................ 83
INDEX 409
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Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 156
Rearview Mirrors........................ 81
Reclining Front Seats..................... 109
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 357
Recreational Towing...................... 287
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N)....... 287
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N)..... 288
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 277
Refrigerant............................ 322
Reminder, Lights On..................... 120
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 46
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 25
Remote Sound System Controls.............. 208
Replacement Keys........................ 17
Replacement Parts....................... 311
Replacement Tires....................... 266
Reporting Safety Defects................... 395
Re-Priming Diesel Fuel System.............. 225Restraint, Head......................... 110
Restraints, Child......................... 63
Restraints, Infant......................... 64
Restraints, Occupant...................... 37
Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 151
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 236
Roof Rack............................. 159
Rotation, Tires.......................... 275
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 74
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 75
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 395
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 73
Safety Information, Tire................... 254
Safety Tips............................. 73
Satellite Radio.......................... 203
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 207
Schedule, Maintenance.................360,378
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 46
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