2008 JEEP LIBERTY ignition

13. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light
will turn on and remain on when the ignition
switch is turned from the LOCK or ACC position to the
ON position. The light will turn off after the engine is
started. If the light does not turn on during starting, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
If the light turns on and remains on while driving, safely
bring the vehicle to a stop and shut off the engine. DO
NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS
CORRECTED.
This light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked using the proper
procedure. (See page 403 for more information.)
14. Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem. This light will turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position and it may
stay on for approximately 3 seconds.If the light remains on or turns on during driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally, provided the BRAKE warning light is not on.
If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as
soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti-Lock Brakes.
The ABS Warning light should be checked frequently to
assure that it is operating properly. Turn the ignition
switch to the ON position, but do not start the vehicle.
The light should turn on. If the light does not turn on,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer. (See
page 310 for more information.)
15. Tachometer
This gauge measures engine revolutions-per-minute
(rpm x 1000). Before the pointer reaches the red area, ease
up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage.
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cluster comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the
ªONº position. It should go out with the engine running.
If the ªESP/BAS Warning Lampº comes on continuously
with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected
in either the ESP or the BAS system, or both. If this light
remains on after the several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles at speeds greater
than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as
soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and
corrected.(See page 314 for more information.)
NOTE:The ªESP/BAS Warning Lampº comes on mo-
mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON.
NOTE:Each time the ignition switch is turned ON, the
ESP System will be ON even if it was turned off previ-
ously.
NOTE:The ESP Control System will make buzzing or
clicking sounds when it is active. This is normal; thesound will stop when the ESP becomes inactive following
a maneuver that caused the ESP activation.
21. SERV (Service) 4WD Indicator Light Ð If Equipped
The ªSERV 4WD Indicator Lightº will turn on
when the ignition key is turned to the ON
position and it will stay on for 2 seconds. If the
light stays on or turns on during driving, it
means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly
and that service is required.
22. Coolant Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. If the light turns on while driving, safely pull
over and stop the vehicle. If the air conditioner is
on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into ªNº
(Neutral) and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading
does not return to normal, turn the engine off immedi-
ately and call for service. (See page 384 for more infor-
mation.)
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NOTE:If the instrument cluster is equipped with the
optional Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC),
then most warnings will display in the EVIC. (See page
206 for more information.)
Fuel Cap Fault Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, the
words ªgASCAPº will display in the odometer. If this
occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
odometer reset button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the next time
the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler cap
may also turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
(See page 399 for more information.)Change Oil Message (Base & Mid Line Clusters Only)
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The ªCHANgE OILº message will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12
seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the
next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon
your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. To
turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset
the oil change indicator system (after performing the
scheduled maintenance) perform the following proce-
dure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not
start the engine).
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2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three
times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
28. Cruise Indicator Light Ð If Equipped
This indicator lights when the electronic speed
control system is turned on. (See page 147 for
more information.)
29. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows automatic transmission
gear selection. (See page 281 for more information.)
30. Seat Belt Reminder Light
This light will turn on for several seconds after the
ignition is turned ON as a reminder to ªbuckleup.º This light will remain on as long as the seat belt
remains unbuckled. (See page 48 for more information.)
31. Brake System Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the light turns on, it may indi-
cate that the parking brake is applied, that the
brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the
anti-lock brake system (if equipped).
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac-
ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic
system. Failure of either half of the dual brake system is
indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on
when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
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NOTE:The light may flash momentarily during sharp
cornering maneuvers, which can change fluid level con-
ditions. The vehicle should have service performed, and
the brake fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces-
sary.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger-
ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will
take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an
accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately.
Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also
equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light
will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair
to the ABS system is required.
The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked
by turning the ignition switch from the LOCK or ACC
position to the ON position. The light should turn on for
approximately two seconds. The light should then turn
off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is
detected. If the light does not turn on, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer. (See page 310 for more
information.)
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.
NOTE:This light only shows that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
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32. Vehicle Security Alarm Indicator Light Ð If
Equipped
This light will flash rapidly for approximately
16 seconds when the vehicle security system is
arming and then flash slowly when the system
is armed. The light will also turn on for about
three seconds when the ignition is first turned ON. (See
page 18 for more information.)
33. Airbag Warning Light
This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light does not
turn on during starting, stays on, or turns on
while driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer. (See page 57 for more information.)34. Vacuum Fluorescent Display (Mid Line & Premium
Clusters Only)
On vehicles equipped with a Premium Cluster, this
display shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) messages when the appropriate conditions exist.
(See page 206 for more information.)
On vehicles equipped with a Mid Line Cluster, this
display shows the compass heading (N, S, E, W, NE, NW,
SE, and SW) and the outside temperature.
Setting Compass Variance (Mid Line Cluster Only)
Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic
North and Geographic North. In some areas of the
country, the difference between magnetic and geographic
North is great enough to cause the compass to give false
readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set
using the following procedure:
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NOTE:Magnetic materials should be kept away from
the top of the right rear quarter window. This is where
the compass sensor is located.
NOTE:The vehicle speed must be at 0 mph (0 km/h)
(manual transmission) or the gear selector lever in ªPº
(Park) (auto transmission) to enter the variance setting
mode.
To set the variance, first, turn the ignition switch to the
ON position. Next, press and hold the trip odometer
button until the current variance zone number displays
(approximately ten seconds). Then, press and release the
button to increment the variance value by one, until the
proper variance zone is selected according to the map.
Finally, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position to
exit this mode.
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Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON position. To
turn off the message temporarily, press and release the
Menu button. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance) perform
the following procedure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (Do not
start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times
within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.Trip Functions
Press and release the MENU button until one of the
following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC:
²Average Fuel Economy
²Distance To Empty
²Elapsed Time
²Display Units of Measure in
Press the SCROLL button to cycle through all the Trip
Computer functions.
The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa-
tion:
²Average Fuel Economy
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read
ªRESETº or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the
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