2005 JEEP LIBERTY wheel alignment

NOTE:Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the
vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may oc-
cur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly
aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch
teeth alignment and shift completion to occur. The pre-
ferred method is with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to
5 km/h). Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L
with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5
km/h).
Selec-TracOperating Information/Precautions —
If Equipped
The Selec-Tractransfer case provides 5 mode positions -
normal 2-wheel drive mode, part-time 4-wheel drive
high range, full-time 4-wheel drive high range, neutral,
and 4-wheel drive low range.
This transfer case is equipped with an inter-axle differ-
ential which allows driving the vehicle in the 4 FULL
TIME position at all times on any given road surfaceincluding dry hard surfaced roads. The 4 FULL TIME
mode allows the front and rear wheels to rotate at
different speeds which eliminates driveline binding and
component wear that is normally associated with driving
the vehicle in the 4 PART TIME position on dry hard
surfaced roads. This feature provides the safety, security,
and convenience of operating in 4–wheel drive at all
times regardless of road conditions.
When additional traction is required the 4 PART TIME
and 4LO positions can be used to lock the front and rear
driveshafts together through the transfer case inter-axle
differential and force the front and rear driveshafts to
rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by simply
moving the shift lever to these positions. The 4 PART
TIME and 4LO positions are intended for loose, slippery
road surfaces only. Driving in the 4 PART TIME and 4LO
positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause in-
creased tire wear and damage to driveline components.
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that
specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unap-
proved tires and wheels may change suspension dimen-
sions and performance characteristics, resulting in
changes to steering, handling, and braking of your
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling and
stress to steering and suspension components. You
could lose control and have an accident resulting in
serious injury or death. Use only the tire and wheel
sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire smaller than the minimum tire size
listed on your vehicle’s tire label. Using a smaller tire
could result in tire overloading and failure. You could
lose control and have an accident.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate
speed capability can result in sudden tire failure and
loss of vehicle control.
•Overloading your tires is dangerous. Overloading can
cause tire failure. Use tires of the recommended load
capacity for your vehicle - never overload them.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings. Check with your dealer before replacing tires
with a different size.
Alignment and Balance
The suspension components of your vehicle should be
inspected and aligned when needed, to obtain maximum
tire tread life.
Poor suspension alignment may result in:
•reduced tread life;
•uneven tire wear, such as feathering and one-sided
wear;
•vehicle pull to the right or to the left.
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Tires may also cause the vehicle to pull left or right.
Alignment will not correct this problem. See your dealer
for proper diagnosis of the problem.
Improper alignment will not normally cause vehicle
vibration, which may be a result of tire and wheel
out-of-balance. Proper balancing will reduce vibration
and avoid tire cupping and spotty wear.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED
Tire Pressure Monitoring — Base System
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPM) system uses
wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic
sensors to monitor tire pressure levels (EXCLUDING
THE SPARE TIRE). Sensors, mounted to each wheel as
part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to
the Receiver Module.NOTE:
It is particularly important, for you to check the
tire pressure in all of your tires regularly and to maintain
the proper pressure.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Lamp will
illuminate in the instrument cluster, and an au-
dible chime will be activated when one or more
tire pressures is low. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Indi-
cator Lamp will flash on and off for ten seconds when a
system fault is detected. The flash cycle will repeat every
ten minutes or until the fault condition is removed and
reset.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System consists of the
following components:
•Receiver Module
•4/5 Wheel Sensors
•Amber Colored Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator
Lamp
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Timing Belt............................ 319
Tire and Loading Information Placard......258,259
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 257
Tire Markings.......................... 254
Tire Safety Information.................... 254
Tires ................................. 262
Air Pressure.......................... 263
Alignment and Balance.................. 267
Chains.............................. 274
Changing............................ 294
General Information.................... 262
High Speed.......................... 264
Inflation Pressures..................... 263
Jacking............................. 294
Load Capacity.....................258,259
Pressure Monitor System................. 268
Radial.............................. 265
Replacement......................... 266
Rotation............................. 275Safety............................75,254
Sizes............................... 255
Spare Tire........................... 295
Spinning............................ 265
Tread Wear Indicators................... 266
Torque Converter Clutch.................. 235
Tow Hooks, Emergency................... 301
Towing............................283,302
Disabled Vehicle....................... 302
Recreational.......................... 287
Trailering............................ 283
Trac-Lok Rear Axle...................... 245
Trailer Towing.......................... 283
Minimum Requirements................. 286
Transfer Case........................236,336
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation.............. 236
Maintenance.......................... 336
Transmission
Automatic........................230,333
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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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