2008 JEEP LIBERTY Owners Manual

windows open, then open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the Sky Slidertopen, adjust the Sky Slidertopening
to minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sky SliderTMaintenance
Refer to ªSky SlidertTop Careº under ªMaintaining Your
Vehicleº in Section 7 of this manual.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET
Your vehicle is equipped with a fused 12-volt power
outlet. This outlet is located on the instrument panel
below the climate controls. It has power available when
the ignition switch is in the ON position. It can operate a
conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories
designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter.NOTE:If desired, the instrument panel power outlet
can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide
power with the ignition switch in the LOCK position.
Front Power Outlet
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Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
CAUTION!
²Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power
from the vehicle's battery, even when not in use (i.e.
cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle's battery will discharge sufficiently
to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
²Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers, vacuum
cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the battery even more
quickly. Only use these intermittently and with greater
caution.
²After the use of high power draw accessories, or long
periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories
still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient
length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the
vehicle's battery.
²Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do
not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from
the plug.
POWER INVERTER Ð If EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a 115 Volt AC (150
Watt maximum) power outlet located on the back of the
center console. This outlet can power small appliances
and electronic devices.
115VAC (150W) Power Outlet
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A control switch for the outlet is located in the lower
switch bank below the climate controls.
Press and release the switch once to turn on the power
outlet. A status indicator in the switch will illuminate in
approximately one second to indicate that power isavailable at the outlet. Press and release the switch again
to turn off the power outlet. The status indicator will also
turn off.
NOTE:Due to built-in overload protection, the power
outlet will shut down if the 115 Volt AC (150 Watt
maximum) power rating is exceeded.
WARNING!
To Avoid Serious Injury or Death:
²Do not use a 3-Prong Adaptor.
²Do not insert any objects into the receptacles.
²Do not touch with wet hands.
²Close the lid when not in use.
²If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.
115VAC (150W) Power Outlet Control Switch
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CUP HOLDERS
Front and rear cup holders are located in the center
console.
Front Cup Holders
Rear Cup Holders
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STORAGE
Front Storage Compartment
The front storage compartment (located on the left side of
the instrument panel) can hold cell phones, PDA's, and
other small items.
Console Storage Compartment
To open, press the latch and lift the cover.
Front Storage Compartment
Center Console
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The center console has a removable storage tray, which
can hold cell phones, PDA's, and other small items.CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Load Floor
The cargo load floor system has a load capacity of 400 lbs
(181 kg). The load floor has a built-in storage bin that can
hold a variety of items. The underside of the storage bin
cover also contains a plastic lined tray. The cover can be
installed with either side facing up for added utility.
To provide additional storage area, each rear seat can be
folded flat. This allows for extended cargo space and still
maintains some rear seating room. Refer to ªSeatsº in this
Section for additional information on the 60/40 Split
Folding Rear Seat with Fold Flat feature.
Accessing the Storage Bin
NOTE: The spring-loaded latches that retain the
storage bin cover to the cargo load floor should not be
used as cargo tie-downs.
1. Flip the spring-loaded latch pull-loops up.
Removable Storage Tray
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2. Pull the loops upward and twist them1¤4turn so that
they are parallel to the slots in the storage bin cover.
3. Lift the cover upward over the loops.
4. When done, reinstall the cover with the handle recess
facing toward you.NOTE:You can install the cover with either side facing
upward.
5. With the cover seated in the floor, pull upward on
loops and twist them
1¤4turn so that they are no longer
parallel to the slots in the cover.
6. Flip the loops down.
WARNING!
A loose storage bin cover thrown forward in a colli-
sion or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
vehicle. Always latch the storage bin cover to the
cargo load floor with the spring-loaded latches when
not accessing the storage bin.
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Cargo Tie-Down Hooks & Loops
The tie-downs located on cargo area floor should be used
to secure loads safely when the vehicle is moving.NOTE: The spring-loaded latches that retain the
storage bin cover to the cargo load floor should not be
used as cargo tie-downs.
Cargo tie-down loops are located on the trim panels.
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
Cargo Tie-Down Loops
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