2010 JEEP LIBERTY checking oil

damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed up engine is shut off.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Always
maintain the oil level within the SAFE zone on the
dipstick. Adding 1 quart (0.9 L) of oil when the reading is
at the bottom of the SAFE zone will result in a reading at
the top of the safe zone on these engines.
424 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been six months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your dealer will reset the oil change indicator message
after completing the scheduled oil change. If this sched-
uled oil change is performed by someone other than your
dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps
described under “Oil Change Required” in “Use Factory Settings” of the EVIC section in this manual or under
“Odometer/Trip Odometer” in the “Instrument Cluster
Descriptions section of this manual.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 471

Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 303
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 85
Bulb Replacement ....................... 461
Bulbs, Light .......................... 88,461
Calibration, Compass ..................... 229
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 465
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... 378
Oil (Engine) .......................... 426
Power Steering ........................ 327
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 438
Car Washes ............................ 449
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............86,377
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 197
Cargo Area Features ...................... 193
Cargo Compartment ...................... 193
Light ............................... 154
Cargo Light ............................ 154 Cargo Load Floor
........................ 193
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 195
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 380
Cellular Phone .......................... 98
Certification Label ....................... 380
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 405
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 345
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............210,421
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 85
Checks, Safety ........................... 85
Child Restraint .................... 75,76,80,83
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............79,80
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 373
Cleaning Windshield Wiper Blades ................ 431
Climate Control ......................... 281
Clock ........................ 237,251,254,263
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Checking Oil Level..................... 424
Compartment ......................... 419
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................. 435,466
Cooling ............................. 435
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 86,377
Fails to Start .......................... 300
Flooded, Starting ...................... 300
Fuel Requirements ..................... 373
Jump Starting ......................... 412
Oil ........................... 424,465,466
Oil Change Interval ...............220,226,425
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 426
Oil Filter ............................ 427
Oil Filter Disposal ..................... 426
Oil Selection ....................... 425,465
Oil Synthetic ......................... 426
Overheating .......................... 404
Starting ............................. 299
Temperature Gauge .................... 215 Engine Oil Viscosity
...................... 426
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ................. 426
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 72
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 19
Ethanol ............................... 374
Exhaust Gas Caution ................86,377,433
Exhaust System ....................... 86,433
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 449
Exterior Lights .......................... 88
Fabric Care ............................ 451
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... 427
Air Conditioning .................... 293,430
Engine Oil ........................ 427,466
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 426
Finish Care ............................ 449
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... 404
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Rearview............................. 94
Vanity ............................... 97
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 363
Mopar Parts ......................... 422,494
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 374
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 148
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 85
Occupant Restraints ....................... 40
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ................. 60
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............373,466
Odometer Trip ................................ 217
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 321
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 321
Oil Change Indicator .................. 220,226
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............220,226Oil, Engine
......................... 424,466
Capacity ............................ 465
Change Interval .................. 220,226,425
Checking ............................ 424
Dipstick ............................. 424
Disposal ............................ 426
Filter ............................ 427,466
Filter Disposal ........................ 426
Identification Logo ..................... 425
Materials Added to ..................... 426
Recommendation ................... 425,465
Synthetic ............................ 426
Viscosity ......................... 426,465
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 427
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............420,421
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 173
Operating Precautions .................... 420
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 95
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