2008 JEEP LIBERTY remote start

remote start mode is exited. Refer to ªRemote Start
Systemº in Section 2 of this manual for information on
remote start operation.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the Windshield Wiper / Washer
Control lever toward you and hold it for as long as
washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the delay range, the wipers will operate in low speed for
two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume
the intermittent interval previously selected.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two wipe
cycles and then turn OFF.
Adding Washer Fluid
NOTE:Refer to the ªEngine Compartmentº diagram in
Section 7 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir.
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located
in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid
level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir
with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze)
and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
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your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SE-
LECT button until ªOff,º ª45 sec.,º ª5 min.,º or ª10 min.º
appears.
Illumination Approach
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter. To
make your selection, press and hold the RESET button
until ªOFF,º ª30 sec,º ª60 sec,º or ª90 secº appears.
Confirmation of Voice Commands Ð If Equipped
When ON is selected, all voice commands from the
UConnectŸ system are confirmed. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until ªONº or ªOFFº appears.
Park Assist System Ð If Equipped
When ON is selected, the system will scan for objects
behind the vehicle when the transmission is in the ªRº
(Reverse) and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph (18
km/h). Refer to ªRear Park Assist Systemº in Section 3 of
this manual for system function and operating informa-
tion. To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until ªONº or ªOFFº ap-
pears.
Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ð If Equipped
When ON is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to
ªHSA (Hill Start Assist)º under ªElectronic Brake Control
Systemº in Section 5 of this manual for system function
and operating information. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until ªONº
or ªOFFº appears.
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²Angle ± Repeatedly Pressing SELECT will change
the viewing angle if supported by the DVD disc (If
Equipped).
NOTE:The available selections for each of the above
entries varies depending upon the disc.
NOTE:These selections can only be made while playing
a DVD.
²VES Power -Allows you to turn VES ON and OFF (If
Equipped).
²VES Lock -Locks out rear VES remote controls (If
Equipped).
²VES CH1/CH2 -Allows the user to change mode of
either the IR1 or IR2, wireless headphones, by pressing
the Audio/Select button (If Equipped).
²Set Home Clock -Pressing the SELECT button will
allow user to set the clock. Turn the TUNE control
knob to adjust the hours and then press and turn the
TUNE control knob to adjust the minutes. Press the
TUNE control knob again to save changes.
²Player Defaults -Selecting this item will allow the
user to scroll through the following items, and set
defaults according to customer preference.
Menu Language Ð If Equipped
Selecting this item will allow the user to choose the
default startup DVD menu language (effective only if
language supported by disc). If customer wishes to select
a language not listed, then scroll down and select9other.9
Enter the 4-digit country code using the TUNE control
knob to scroll up and down to select the # and then push
to select.
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Power Steering Fluid..................412,449
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 50
Preparation for Jacking.................... 387
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 47
Programmable Electronic Features............ 216
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)................................. 20
Radial Ply Tires......................... 340
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......... 418
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 221
Radio, Navigation....................... 237
Radio Operation........................ 239
Radio Remote Controls.................... 258
Radio, Satellite....................237,239,254
Radio (Sound Systems).................... 237
Rain Sensitive Wiper System................ 143
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 428Rear Cup Holder........................ 172
Rear Park Sense System................... 150
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 124
Rear Washer Fluid....................... 181
Rear Window Defroster................... 181
Rear Window Features.................... 180
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 180
Rearview Mirrors........................ 88
Reception, Radio........................ 221
Reclining Front Seats..................... 119
Recorder, Event Data...................... 67
Recreational Towing...................... 378
Reformulated Gasoline.................... 356
Refrigerant............................ 412
Release, Hood.......................... 131
Reminder, Lights On..................... 135
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 48
Remote Control
Starting System........................ 27
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 258
Remote Starting System.................... 27
Replacement Bulbs....................... 443
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 402
Replacement Tires....................... 342
Reporting Safety Defects................... 463
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........201,209
Restraint, Head......................... 122
Restraints, Child......................... 69
Restraints, Occupant...................... 41
Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 178
Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof
Sky Slider Power....................164,434
Roof Type Carrier....................... 182
Rotation, Tires.......................... 345Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 81
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 82
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 463
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 80
Safety Information, Tire................... 329
Safety Tips............................. 79
Satellite Radio....................237,239,254
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 255
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 452
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 433
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 48
Seat Belts............................42,81
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 46
And Pregnant Women................... 50
Child Restraint.......................69,76
Extender............................. 51
Front Seat............................ 42
Inspection............................ 81
Pretensioners.......................... 47
486 INDEX

Side View Mirror Adjustment................ 89
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 271
Signals, Turn.................82,136,194,444,445
Sky Slider Power Roof.................164,434
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 344
Sound Systems (Radio).................... 237
Spare Tire............................. 386
Spark Plugs.........................406,448
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 448
Oil ..............................404,448
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 147
Speedometer........................... 194
Starting.............................27,277
Automatic Transmission................. 277
Cold Weather......................... 278
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 390
Engine Block Heater.................... 280
Engine Fails to Start.................... 278Manual Transmission................... 277
Remote.............................. 27
Starting and Operating.................... 277
Starting Procedures...................... 277
Steering
Power...........................313,412
Tilt Column.......................... 146
Wheel Lock........................... 18
Wheel, Tilt........................... 146
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 258
Storage............................... 173
Storage Bin............................ 173
Storage, Vehicle......................... 270
Sun Roof.............................. 161
Sun Roof (Sky Slider Power).............164,434
Sun Visor Extension....................... 92
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 164
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 52
488 INDEX

Sway Control, Trailer..................... 318
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 405
System, Navigation...................... 237
System, Remote Starting.................... 27
Tachometer............................ 195
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 264
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......... 198
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 73
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 176
Tilt Steering Column..................... 146
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 134
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 333
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 332
Tire Markings.......................... 329
Tire Safety Information.................... 329
Tires ............................82,337,466Air Pressure.......................... 338
Alignment and Balance.................. 343
Chains.............................. 344
Changing............................ 385
General Information.................... 337
High Speed.......................... 340
Inflation Pressures..................... 338
Jacking............................. 385
Life of Tires.......................... 342
Load Capacity.....................333,334
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 346
Quality Grading....................... 466
Radial.............................. 340
Replacement......................... 342
Rotation............................. 345
Safety.............................. 329
Sizes............................... 330
Spare Tire........................... 386
Spinning............................ 340
INDEX 489
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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A
WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED To Manually Lock the Steering WheelTo Release the Steering Wheel
LockSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To Unlock the Doors and LiftgateTo Lock the Doors and LiftgateTo Unlatch the Liftgate Flip-Up
WindowUsing the Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementGeneral InformationREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED HowTo Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild-Protection Door Lock System
(Rear Doors)WINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingLIFTGATE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Automatic Locking Mode - If Equipped
Energy Management FeatureSeat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagChild RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersLock Your Vehicle
Exhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OFYOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside
MirrorsExterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If EquippedPower Remote Control MirrorsHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call FeaturesUConnect
System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS Manual Front Seat AdjustmentsPower Seat - If EquippedHead RestraintsHeated Seats - If Equipped60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat with Fold
Flat FeatureDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Programming The Memory FeatureLinking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless (RKE) Transmitter to the MemoryFeatureMemory Position RecallEasy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)TO OPEN AND
CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Exterior and Interior Lighting ControlHeadlights and Parking LightsAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Headlight Time Delay - If EquippedDaytime Running Lights (DRL) - If Equipped
Lights-On ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHighbeam/Lowbeam Select SwitchFlash to PassInterior LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSIntermittent Wiper SystemMist FeatureHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Rain Sensing
Wipers - If EquippedWindshield WashersAdding Washer FluidTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Speed Control OperationTo ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed Setting
To Accelerate For PassingREAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED System Usage PrecautionsEnabling and Disabling the SystemSystem OperationGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing
HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof - ExpressClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade
OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceIgnition Off OperationSKY SLIDER FULL LENGTH OPEN ROOF Sky Slider Usage PrecautionsPower Top ControlOpening the Sky SliderClosing the Sky SliderAnti-Pinch Protect FeatureWind BuffetingSky Slider Maintenance
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffPOWER INVERTER - If EQUIPPED CUP HOLDERS STORAGE Front Storage CompartmentConsole Storage CompartmentCARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Load FloorREAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer - If EquippedRear Window Defroster - If EquippedROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysOil Change RequiredTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayTelephone (UConnect) - If EquippedPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio
ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes On Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF
EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite RadioOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio
ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SATELLITE RADIO (RSC) - IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY) System Activation
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)Selecting Satellite ModeSatellite AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - Satellite ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System
(VES) (If Equipped)REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Right-Hand Switch FunctionsLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Radio OperationLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e. CD) OperationCD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE CLIMATE CONTROLS
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If Equipped Operating TipsSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionManual Transmission - If EquippedNormal StartingExtreme Cold Weather
(below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails to StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Shift Lock Manual Override - If EquippedBrake/Transmission Interlock System4-Speed Automatic TransmissionMANUAL
TRANSMISSION - IF EQUIPPED Clutch Interlocking Ignition System6-Speed Manual TransmissionFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION MP1522 Command-Trac Transfer Case - If EquippedMP3022 Selec-Trac II Transfer Case - If EquippedON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS When To Use 4WD Low RangeDriving Through WaterDriving In Snow, Mud and SandHill ClimbingTraction DownhillAfter Driving Off-RoadPARKING BRAKE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM POWER STEERING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL
SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)TCS (Traction Control System)BAS (Brake Assist System)ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)TSC (Trailer Sway Control) - If EquippedHSA (Hill Start Assist)HDC (Hill Descent Control) - If EquippedESP (Electronic Stability Program)
ESP/BAS Warning Light and ESP/TCS Indicator LightTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresTire Pressures for High Speed
OperationRadial-Ply TiresTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment and BalanceTIRE CHAINS TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Base System - If EquippedPremium
System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap
MessageVEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing - 2WD ModelsTowing - 4WD ModelsWHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationSpare Tire StowageSpare Tire RemovalPreparations For JackingJacking
InstructionsJUMP STARTING TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose FuelFiller Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark PlugsEngine Air Cleaner FilterFuel FilterCatalytic ConverterCrankcase Emission Control SystemMaintenance-Free
BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceA/C Air Filter - If EquippedPower Steering - Fluid CheckDriveline and Steering Component LubricationBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield and Rear Window WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses and
Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesFuel SystemBrake SystemClutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission (If Equipped)Automatic TransmissionManual Transmission - If EquippedTransfer CaseFront/Rear Axle FluidAppearance Care And Protection From CorrosionSKY SLIDER
TOP CARE WashingGeneral CleaningAdditional Cleaning ProcedureProtectionWeather Strip CareFUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT HeadlightFront Turn Signal and Front Side Marker LightsFront Fog Light
Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up LightsFLUID CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance
IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles
Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX