2009 JEEP LIBERTY clutch

To Deactivate
A soft tap on the brake pedal, or pulling the Electronic
Speed Control lever toward you (cancel), or normal brake
or clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deacti-
vate the speed control without erasing the set speed from
memory. Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning off the
ignition erases the set speed from memory.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with a manual transmis-
sion, pressing the clutch pedal will disengage the speed
control. A slight increase in engine RPM before the
Electronic Speed Control disengages is normal.
To Resume Speed
If you deactivated the Electronic Speed Control without
erasing the set speed from memory and your vehicle
speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h) you can resume the
previous set speed. To do so, push the lever up and
release (Resume Accel), and then remove your foot from
the accelerator pedal.
To Vary the Speed Setting
When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in-
crease speed by pushing up and holding the RESUME
ACCEL lever. Release the lever when the desired speed is
reached and the new set speed will be established.
Tapping RESUME ACCEL once will result i na1mph
(2 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped,
speed increases so that tapping the lever three times will
increase speed by 3 mph (5 km/h), etc.
To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is
set, push down and hold the SET DECEL lever. Release
the lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new
set speed will be established.
Tapping the SET DECEL button once will result in a
1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is
tapped, speed decreases.
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Overdrive Operation
The overdrive automatic transmission contains an elec-
tronically controlled 4th speed (OVERDRIVE). The trans-
mission will automatically shift from 3rd gear to OVER-
DRIVE if the following conditions are present:
•the shift lever is in DRIVE
•the engine coolant has reached normal operating tem-
perature
•vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph
(48 km/h)
•the TOW/HAUL button has not been activated
•the transmission has reached normal operating
temperature
NOTE:
•If the vehicle is started in extremely cold temperatures,
the transmission may not shift into OVERDRIVE and will automatically select the most desirable gear for
operation at this temperature. Normal operation will
resume when the transmission fluid temperature has
risen to a suitable level. Refer to the “Note” under
“Torque Converter Clutch” in this section.
•If the transmission temperature gets extremely hot, the
transmission will automatically select the most desir-
able gear for operation at this temperature. If the
transmission temperature becomes hot enough, the
“Transmission Temperature Warning Light” may illu-
minate and the transmission may downshift out of
OVERDRIVE until the transmission cools down. After
the transmission cools down, the transmission will
resume normal operation.
The transmission will downshift from OVERDRIVE to
DRIVE if the accelerator pedal is fully pressed at vehicle
speeds above approximately 35 mph (56 km/h).
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Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored for abnormal condi-
tions. If a condition is detected that could result in
transmission damage, the Transmission Limp Home
Mode will be engaged. In this mode, the transmission
will remain in second gear in any forward driving range.
To reset the transmission, use the following procedure:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Move the shift lever to the PARK position.
3. Turn OFF the engine and be sure to turn the key to the
LOCK position.
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds, then restart the en-
gine.
5. Move the shift lever to the desired gear range.If the problem is no longer detected, the transmission will
return to normal operation. If the problem persists,
PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper-
ate. Only second gear range will operate in the DRIVE
position. Have the transmission checked at your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible.
Torque Converter Clutch
A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been
added to the automatic transmission of this vehicle. A
clutch within the torque converter engages automatically
at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly differ-
ent feeling or response during normal operation in high
gear. When the vehicle speed drops or during accelera-
tion, the clutch automatically and smoothly disengages.
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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 188
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 154
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 144
Tip Start .............................. 291
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 342
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 341
Tire Markings .......................... 337
Tire Safety Information .................... 337
Tires ............................ 83,346,476
Air Pressure .......................... 347
Chains .............................. 353
Changing ............................ 395
Compact Spare ........................ 350
General Information .................... 346
High Speed .......................... 349
Inflation Pressures ..................... 347
Jacking ............................. 395 Life of Tires
.......................... 352
Load Capacity ........................ 342
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 356
Pressure Warning Light .................. 202
Quality Grading ....................... 476
Radial .............................. 349
Replacement ......................... 352
Rotation ............................ 355
Safety .............................. 337
Sizes ............................... 339
Spare Tire ........................... 396
Spinning ............................ 351
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 351
To Open Hood .......................... 140
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 382
Torque Converter Clutch .................. 301
Tow/Haul Indicator Light ................. 207
Towing ............................... 374
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............... 108
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