2009 JEEP LIBERTY headlights

High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch
Push the multifunction lever away from you to switch
the headlights to high beam. Pull the multifunction lever
toward you, to switch the headlights back to low beam.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This will
turn on the high beam headlights until the lever is released.
NOTE:If the multifunction lever is held in the flash-to-
pass position for more than 15 seconds, the high beams
will shut off. If this occurs, wait 30 seconds before
activating the flash-to-pass function again.
Interior Lights
Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors on the
overhead console and above the rear doors by the grab
handles. Each light is turned on by pressing the lens.
Press the lens a second time to turn off the light. These
lights also turn on when a door is opened, or when the
UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is pressed, or when the dimmer control is
turned completely upward to the second detent.
High Beam Functions
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Cargo Light
The cargo light is mounted in the headliner above the
rear cargo area. This light will turn on when you open the
liftgate or any door, or if you press the UNLOCK button
on the RKE transmitter, or rotate the dimmer control on
the multifunction lever completely upward to the second
detent.
Battery Saver Feature
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open.
Dimmer Control
The dimmer control is part of the multifunction lever. It
controls the operation of the interior lights and the
brightness of the instrument panel lights.
Instrument Panel Dimming
With the parking lights or headlights on, rotate the
dimmer control upward or downward to change the
brightness of the instrument panel lights.
Dimmer Control
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Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness Feature)
Rotate the dimmer control to the first detent to brighten
the odometer and radio display when the parking lights
or headlights are on during daylight conditions.
Interior Light On
Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the
second detent to turn on the interior lights. The interior
lights will remain on when the dimmer control is in this
position.
Interior Light Defeat Off
Rotate the dimmer control completely downward to the
(O) OFF position. The interior lights will remain off when
the doors are open.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is
located on the right side of the steering column.Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent past the
intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation, or to
the second detent past the intermittent settings for high-
speed wiper operation.
NOTE:
The wipers will automatically return to the
“Park” position if you turn OFF the ignition switch while
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
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Headlights with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on
if the multifunction lever (on the left side of the steering
column) is placed in the AUTO position. In addition, the
headlights will turn off when the wipers are turned off if
they were turned on by this feature.
The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or
off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) — if equipped. For details, refer to ”Headlights
On with Wipers,” under “Personal Settings (Customer-
Programmable Features)” under “Electronic Vehicle In-
formation Center” in Section 4 of this manual.
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and
automatically activates the wipers for the driver. This
feature is especially useful for road splash or oversprayfrom the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate
the end of the windshield wiper/washer control lever to
one of the five intermittent wiper settings to activate this
feature.
The sensitivity of the system is adjustable from the
windshield wiper/washer control lever. Wiper delay
position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position
5 is the most sensitive. Choose position 3 for normal rain
conditions. Choose position 2 or 1 if you desire less wiper
sensitivity. Choose position 4 or 5 if you desire more
sensitivity. Place the lever in the off position when not
using the system.
NOTE:
•The rain-sensing feature will not operate when the
wiper speed is in the low or high position.
•The rain-sensing feature may not function properly
when ice or dried salt water is present on the wind-
shield.
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Automatically Move Seat Back on Exit — If
Equipped
This feature provides automatic driver seat positioning to
enhance driver mobility when entering and exiting the
vehicle. To make your selection, press and release the
FUNCTION SELECT button until “On” or “Off” appears.
NOTE:The seat will return to the memorized seat
location (if Recall Memory with Remote Key Unlock is set
to ON) when the RKE transmitter is used to unlock the
door. Refer to “Easy Entry/Exit Seat” under “Driver
Memory Seat” in Section 3 of this manual for more
information.
Flash Lights with Remote Key Lock
When on is selected, the front and rear turn signals will
flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the
RKE transmitter. This feature may be selected with or
without the sound horn on lock feature selected. To make your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SE-
LECT button until “On” or “Off” appears.
Headlights On with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When on is selected, and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. If the
headlights were turned on by this feature they will also
turn off when the wipers are turned off. To make your
selection, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT
button until “On” or “Off” appears.
NOTE:
Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to “Lights” in Section 3 of this manual.
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Delay Turning Headlights Off
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds
when exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press
and release the FUNCTION SELECT button until “0,”
“30,” “60,” or “90” appears.
Turn Headlights On with Remote Key Unlock
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked with the RKE transmitter. To make your selec-
tion, press and release the FUNCTION SELECT button
until “Off,” “30 sec.,” “60 sec.,” or “90 sec.” appears.
Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, hands–free system (if equipped), DVD
video system (if equipped), power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position.Opening a vehicle door will cancel this feature. To make
your selection, press and release the FUNCTION SE-
LECT button until “Off,” “45 sec.,” “5 min.,” or “10 min.”
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 RKE transmitter. To make your selec-
tion, press and hold the RESET button until “Off,”
“30 sec,” “60 sec,” or “90 sec” appears.
Park Assist System — If Equipped
When on is selected, the system will scan for objects
behind the vehicle when the transmission is in the
REVERSE and the vehicle speed is less than 11 mph
(18 km/h). Refer to “Rear Park Assist System” in Sec-
tion 3 of this manual for system function and operating
information. To make your selection, press and release
the FUNCTION SELECT button until “On” or “Off”
appears.
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WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments, which may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
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Automatic Headlights.................... 143
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........212,218
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 277
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 294
Special Additives ...................... 431
Automatic Transmission .............296,430,431
Adding Fluid ...................... 431,452
Fluid and Filter Changes ..............430,431
Fluid Change ......................... 431
Fluid Level Check ..................... 430
Fluid Type ........................... 452
Gear Ranges ......................... 297
Special Additives ...................... 431
Torque Converter ...................... 301
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 180
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 180
Axle Fluid ............................. 452
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 452Battery
............................... 417
Emergency Starting ..................... 402
Gas Caution .......................... 417
Jump Starting ......................... 402
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ....... 25
Belts, Seat ............................ 43,82
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 419
B-Pillar Location ........................ 342
Brake Assist System ...................... 325
Brake Assist Warning Light ................. 208
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 324
Brake Fluid ............................ 452
Brake, Parking .......................... 320
Brake System ........................... 429
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................... 321,324
Fluid Check ....................... 429,452
Master Cylinder ....................... 429
Parking ............................. 320
Warning Light ........................ 213
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