2009 JEEP LIBERTY seats

To Raise the Rear Seat
NOTE:If interference from the cargo area prevents the
seatback from fully locking, you will have difficulty
returning the seat to its proper position.
1. If locked in the folded position, pull the release strap
(toward the front of the vehicle).
2. Raise the seatback and lock it into place.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback in not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper stability
for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.
Recliner Adjustment
The rear seatback also reclines for additional passenger
comfort. Pull the release strap while sitting in the rear
seat to recline the seatback.
Rear Seatback Release Strap
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The center console has a removable storage tray which
can hold cell phones, PDAs, 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 “Seats” 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.
Removable Storage Tray
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WARNING!
•Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child
seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision, a
tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat
to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use
only the anchors provided for child seat tethers.
•To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The
rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit
in seats and use seat belts.
WARNING!
The weight and position of cargo and passengers can
change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle
handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in per-
sonal injury, follow these guidelines for loading your
vehicle:
•Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits
described on the label attached to the left door or
left door center pillar.
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as
possible.
•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed
weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the
vehicle to sway.(Continued)
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of
the seatback. This could impair visibility or be-
come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or
collision.
Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped
NOTE:The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to
secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or
protect passengers from loose cargo.
The removable retractable cargo area cover mounts in the
cargo area behind the top of the rear seats. The cover, when extended, covers the cargo area to keep
items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near the
liftgate opening secure the extended cover in place.
The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not
in use. You can also remove the cover from the vehicle to
make more room in the cargo area.
To install the cover, position it in the vehicle so that the
flat side of the housing faces upward. Then, insert either
the left or the right spring-loaded post (located on the
ends of the cover housing) into either of the left or the
right attachment points shown.
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•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., assure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MOPARTouch Up Paint or equivalent on
scratches or chips as soon as possible. Your authorized
dealer has touch up paint to match the color of your
vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR 
Wheel Cleaner or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic
cleaner. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle
brush, or metal polishes. Only MOPAR cleaners are
recommended. Do not use oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that
may damage the wheels’ protective finish.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If
Equipped
You can identify if your vehicle has Stain Repel Seat
Fabric that makes spills easy to clean, reduces odor from
spills and reduces static by the presence of a tag on the
side of the seat.
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MOPAR
Total Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove the
stain. Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
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Cav-ity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
J1 — — —
J2 30 Amp Pink — Transfer Case Module - if
equipped
J3 40 Amp Green — Rear Door Modules
J4 25 Amp White — Driver Door Node
J5 25 Amp White — Passenger Door Node
J6 40 Amp Green — Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Pump/ESP - if
equipped
J7 30 Amp Pink — Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Valve/ESP - if
equippedCav-ity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
J8 40 Amp Green — Power Seats - if equipped
J9 40 Amp Green — PZEV/Flex Fuel - if
equipped
J10 — — —
J11 — — —
J13 60 Amp Yellow — Ignition Off Draw (IOD)
J14 40 Amp Green — EBL (Rear Window De-
fogger) - if equipped
J15 — — —
J17 40 Amp Green — Starter Solenoid
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Cav-ity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
J18 20 Amp Blue — Powertrain Control Mod-
ule (PCM) Transmission
Relay
J19 60 Amp Yellow — Radiator Fan
J20 30 Amp Pink — Front Wiper
J21 20 Amp Blue — Front Washer/Rear
Washer - if equipped
J22 25 Amp White — Sunroof Module - if
equipped
M1 — 15 Amp BlueStop Light Switch Feed
— Center High Mounted
Stop Light (CHMSL)
M2 — 20 Amp YellowTrailer Lighting - if
equippedCav-
ity Car-
tridge Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
M3 — — —
M4 — 10 Amp RedTrailer Tow - if equipped
M5 — 25 Amp NaturalPower Inverter – if
equipped
M6 — 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #1 (cigar
lighter)/Rain Sensor - if
equipped/Trailer Tow - if
equipped
M7 — 20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #2 (BATT/
ACC SELECT)
M8 — 20 Amp YellowFront Heated Seats - if
equipped
M9 — — —
442 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Automatic........................... 143
Bulb Replacement ...................... 447
Cleaning ............................ 439
Delay .............................. 144
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 147
Lights On Reminder .................... 145
On With Wipers .................... 143,152
Passing ............................. 147
Replacing ........................... 447
Switch ........................... 142,143
Time Delay .......................... 144
Heated Mirrors .......................... 93
Heated Seats ........................... 132
Heater ............................... 274
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 293
High Beam Indicator ..................... 205
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 147
Hill Descent Control ..................... 331
Hill Descent Control Indicator ............207,331Hill Start Assist
......................... 328
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 379
Holder, Coin ........................... 185
Holder, Cup ........................... 184
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 165
Hood Release .......................... 140
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ................................ 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 14
Infant Restraint ........................ 71,72
Inflation Pressure Tires .................... 347
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 215
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 90
Instrument Cluster .................... 201,202
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 200
488 INDEX