CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off
immediately and call for service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from
your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the
hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING!
• Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the
jack or changing the wheel.
• Getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never get any part of your body under a
vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
• The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a
firm, level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
• If it is necessary to retrieve the spare tire from under the vehicle on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of
being hit.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
Jack Location
• The scissor-type jack and tire changing toolsare located in the left rear trim panel behind
the second row seat.
Spare Tire Stowage
•To remove the spare tire, remove the
jack-handle components from the storage bin
in the left rear trim panel and assemble them.
• Lower the spare tire by turning the winchdrive nut, located in the rear cargo area
inside the vehicle, counterclockwise with the
jack-handle assembly until the spare tire is
on the ground with enough cable slack to
allow you to pull the spare tire out from
underneath the vehicle.
• When the spare is clear, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel.
Preparations For Jacking
• Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
• Set the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into PARK.
• Turn the ignition to LOCK and turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
• Block both the front and rear of the wheeldiagonally opposite of the jacking position.
For example, if changing the right front tire,
block the left rear wheel.
NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the
vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.
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Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing procedures to help prevent personal injury or
damage to your vehicle: Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of
the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
• Remove the spare tire, jack and tools from the stored location.
• Loosen (but do not remove) the wheel lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
• Assemble the jack and jacking tools. Connect the jack handle driver to the extension, then to the lug wrench.
• Locate the jack: • For the front tires, place it (rearward) of the notch on the body weld seam behind thewheel to be changed.
• For the rear tires, place it under the axle by the wheel to be changed.
• Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and
cause an accident. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the
vehicle only enough to remove the tire.
• Remove the lug nuts, wheel cover (if equipped) and the wheel.
• Position the spare wheel/tire on the vehicle and install the lug nuts with the cone-shaped end toward the wheel. Do NOT attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on the
compact spare. Lightly tighten the lug nuts clockwise. To avoid the risk of forcing the
vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
• Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw counterclockwise, and remove the jack and wheel blocks.
• Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternate nuts until each one has been tightened twice. The correct wheel nut
tightness is 95 ft lbs (130 N•m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service station.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in an accident or hard stop, could endanger the
occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places
provided.
• Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper locations.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four
wheels on the ground)Flatbed Towing (all
four wheels suspended
OFF the ground)Front Wheels Raised,
Rear Wheels on the
GroundRear Wheels Raised,
Front Wheels on the
Ground
Two-Wheel Drive Shift lever must be in
NEUTRAL, the speed
less then 30 mph
(48 km/h) and the
distance traveled less
than 15 mi (24 km) OR
the rear drive shaft
must be removed.Recommended Method Shift lever must be in
NEUTRAL, the speed
less then 30 mph
(48 km/h) and the
distance traveled less
than 15 mi (24 km).Shift lever must be in
NEUTRAL, the speed
less then 30 mph
(48 km/h) and the
distance traveled less
than 15 mi (24 km).
Four-Wheel Drive Transfer case must be
in NEUTRAL and the
transmission must be
in Park.Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXX X X X X
Rotatethetires. XXXXXXXXX X X X X
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-
road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; re-
place if necessary. XXXX X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXX X X
Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. XX X X
Inspect the exhaust system. Perform the first inspection
at 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. XX X X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXX X X
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using your
vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer
towing. XXX X
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer towing. X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four
wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if us-
ing your vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet
or frequent trailer towing. X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and boot seals for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper
looseness or end play; replace if necessary. XXXX X X
Replace the spark plugs (3.7L engine). X X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
TIRE PRESSURES
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly andinflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
• The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE: Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for more information regarding tire
warnings and instructions.
WARNING!
Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect
vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the
recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
WARNING!
Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. Under-inflation is
the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component
separation, or “blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock.
Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure.
Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your
vehicle. Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail
suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR
®Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use
oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel’s protective finish. Avoid
automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage
the wheel’s protective finish. Only MOPAR
®Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is
recommended.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MOPAR®ACCESSORIES
• The following highlights just some of the authentic Jeep Accessories by MOPAR®that
have been engineered to customize your Jeep Liberty.
• To see the full line of accessories, stop by your Jeep dealer or visit MOPAR.com.
CHROME:
• Mirror Covers • Tubular Side Steps • Body Side Moldings
• Front Air Deflector • Fuel Door • Grille
EXTERIOR:
• Black Tubular Side Steps • Tubular Grille Guard • Black Front Air Deflector
• Sunroof Air Deflector • Molded Running Boards • Molded Splash Guards
• Wheels • Front End Cover • Rear Air Deflector
INTERIOR:
• Premium Floor Mats • Slush Floor Mats • Door Sill Guards
• Security Cover • Molded Splash Guards • Molded Cargo Tray
• Door sill guards • Bright Pedal Kit • Ambient Light Kit
ELECTRONICS:
• Portable Navigation Systems • Uconnect™ Web (WiFi) • Media Center 430
(REN/RBZ Multimedia
Radio)
• Media Center 730N (RER Navigation Radio) • Remote Start
• Rear Seat Video
•iPod
®Adapter • Rear View Camera • Heated Seats
CARRIERS:
• Hitch-Mount Bike Carrier • Sport Utility Bars • Roof-Mount Bike Carrier
• Roof Top Cargo Basket • Roof Top Ski and Snowboard Carrier• Roof Box Cargo Carrier
iPod
®is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
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