2006 JEEP LIBERTY traction control

and/or the flow rate is reduced. If you must cross
flowing water avoid depths in excess of 9 inches. The
flowing water can erode the streambed causing your
vehicle to sink into deeper water. Determine exit point(s)
that are downstream of your entry point to allow for
drifting.
Standing Water
Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 20 inches,
and reduce speed appropriately to minimize wave ef-
fects. Maximum speed in 20 inches of water is less than 5
mph (8 km/h).
Maintenance
After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle
fluids and lubricants (engine oil, transmission oil, axle,
transfer case) to assure the fluids have not been contami-
nated. Contaminated fluid (milky, foamy in appearance)
should be flushed/changed as soon as possible to pre-
vent component damage.Driving In Snow, Mud and Sand
In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional
control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low
gear and shift the transfer case to 4L or 4LO if necessary.
Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in this section.
Do not shift to a lower gear than necessary to maintain
headway. Over-revving the engine can spin the wheels
and traction will be lost.
Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads, be-
cause engine braking may cause skidding and loss of
control.
Hill Climbing
NOTE: Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the
conditions at the crest and/or on the other side.
Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a
lower gear and shift the transfer case to 4L or 4LO. Use
first gear and 4L or 4LO for very steep hills.
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If you stall or begin to lose headwaywhile climbing a
steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and
immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine and
shift to R (Reverse). Back slowly down the hill allowing
the compression braking of the engine to help regulate
your speed. If the brakes are required to control vehicle
speed, apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding
the tires.
WARNING!
If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot
make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never
attempt to turn around. To do so may result in
tipping and rolling the vehicle. Always back care-
fully straight down a hill in R (Reverse) gear. Never
back down a hill in N (Neutral) using only the brake.
Remember, never drive diagonally across a hill-always
drive straight up or down.
If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a
hill, ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by
turning the front wheels slowly left and right. This may
provide a fresh “bite” into the surface and will usually
provide traction to complete the climb.
Traction Downhill
Shift the transmission into a low gear and the transfer
case to 4L or 4LO range. Let the vehicle go slowly down
the hill with all four wheels turning against engine
compression drag. This will permit you to control the
vehicle speed and direction.
When descending mountains or hills, repeated braking
can cause brake fade with loss of braking control. Avoid
repeated heavy braking by downshifting the transmis-
sion whenever possible.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car. All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-
ditions on a specified government test course. For ex-
ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions
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on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 174
Map Reading ......................... 116
Oil Pressure .......................... 177
Park ............................... 116
Passing ............................. 117
Reading ............................. 136
Rear Servicing ........................ 360
Rear Tail ............................ 360
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 180
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 179
Sentry Key ........................... 179
Service .............................. 356
Side Marker .......................... 360
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........... 173
Traction Control .................... 129,182
Transfer Case ...................... 178,179
Transmission Warning ................... 177
Turn Signal .................. 1 17,173,357,360
Wait to Start .......................... 181 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)
..... 173
Water in Fuel ......................... 180
Loading Vehicle Tires ............................... 257
Locks Automatic Door ........................ 21
Child Protection ........................ 21
Door ................................ 18
Power Door ........................... 20
Steering Wheel ......................... 17
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) ............................ 65,66
Lubrication, Body ....................... 329
Luggage Carrier ......................... 164
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ................. 164
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 326
Maintenance Procedures ................... 319
Maintenance Schedule .................366,384
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Sizes............................... 254
Spare Tire ........................... 303
Spinning ............................ 264
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 265
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 287
Torque Converter Clutch .................. 232
Tow Hooks, Emergency ................... 309
Towing ............................ 282,310
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 310
Guide .............................. 285
Recreational .......................... 294
Weight .............................. 285
Trac-Lok Rear Axle ...................... 243
Traction Control ......................... 126
Traction Control Light .................... 182
Trailer Towing .......................... 282
Cooling System Tips .................... 294
Hitches ............................. 285
Minimum Requirements ................. 288 Trailer and Tongue Weight
................ 287
Wiring .............................. 291
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 285
Trailer Weight .......................... 285
Transfer Case ........................ 234,342
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation .............. 234
Maintenance .......................... 342
Transmission Automatic ........................ 227,340
Maintenance ....................... 340,342
Manual ............................. 224
Shifting ............................. 224
Warning Light ........................ 177
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . 27
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink ) . . 145
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . 25
Transporting Pets ........................ 71
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 265
Trip Odometer .......................... 176
418 INDEX