2011 JEEP LIBERTY automatic transmission

TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)Engine/Transmission ModelFrontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Tongue Wt. (See Note)
3.7L/Automatic 4x232 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.7L/Automatic 4x432 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should
never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.When Towing Trailers With Gross Trailer Weight (Gtw) Between 3,500 Lbs (1 588 Kg) And 5,000
Lbs (2 268 Kg)• The following chart provides maximum trailer weight ratings towable for the following engine/transmission combinations, ONLY if using a weight distributing hitch.Engine/Transmission Model Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Tongue Wt.
3.7L/Automatic
w/Trailer Tow Package 4x2
64 sq ft (5.94 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg)
3.7L/Automatic
w/Trailer Tow package 4x4
64 sq ft (5.94 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
UTILITY
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Spare Tire Stowage
• To remove the spare tire, remove the jack-handle components from the storage binin the left rear trim panel and assemble them.
• Lower the spare tire by turning the winch drive 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 thewheel diagonally 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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JUMP-STARTING
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumpercables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
• Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and precautions.
Preparations for Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly.
NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to
gain access to the positive battery post.
• Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn theignition to LOCK.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
• If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
• Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of thedischarged vehicle.
• Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 3.7L MOPAR
®Antifreeze/
Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology) or
equivalent. 14 Quarts (13.3 Liters)
Includes heater and coolant
recovery bottle filled to MAX
level.
Engine Oil with Filter 3.7L API certified 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to your oil
filler cap for correct SAE
Grade.5 Quarts (4.7L Liters)
Fuel Selection 3.7L 87 Octane 19.5 Gallons (73.8 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 3.7L MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter
or equivalent. —
Spark Plug 3.7L ZFR6F–11G (Gap 0.043 in
[1.09 mm]) —
Automatic Transmission MOPAR
®ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4
®product. —
Transfer Case MOPAR®ATF+4®
Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4
®product. —
Front Axle SAE 80W-90
Multi–Purpose Type GL-5
Gear Lube or equivalent. —
Rear Axle MOPAR
®Synthetic Gear &
Axle Lubricant SAE
75W-90 or equivalent. —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR
®DOT 3 and SAE
J1703 should be used or
equivalent. If DOT 3 is not
available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only
recommended Brake
Fluids. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR
®Power Steering
Fluid +4 or MOPAR®
ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed ATF+4
®
product. —
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before scheduled maintenance. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner fil-
ter; replace if necessary. XXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. X X X X X X
Inspect the CV joints. XXXX
Inspect the exhaust system. X XXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X X X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X X X X X X
Inspect the front and rear axle fluid, change if using
your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent
trailer towing. XXXX
Inspect the transfer case fluid. X X
Change the transfer case fluid if using your vehicle for
the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent trailer tow-
ing. X
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with
four wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if
using 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. XXXXXX
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Air Conditioning...........21,22
Airbag ..................10
AirbagLight ...............55
Alarm,Panic ...............8
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ....54
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . 9
Audio Jack ...............32
Audio Settings ............29,30
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . 22
Automatic Transmission FluidType ...............68
AxleFluid ................68
Battery Charging System Light .......54
Belts, Seat ................9
BrakeFluid ...............68
Brake System WarningLight .............53
Bulb Replacement ...........77
Calibration, Compass ..........41
Change Oil Indicator ..........55
Charging System Light .........54
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
IndicatorLight) .............54
Child Restraint ..............11
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ....11
Climate Control ...........21,22
Clock Setting ............30,33
Compass Calibration ..........41
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ...........68
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....20
CruiseLight ...............20
Customer Assistance ..........78
Defects, Reporting ...........79
Defroster, Rear Window ........21
Defroster,Windshield ..........21
Dimmer Control .............18
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .......18
Disarming, Theft System .........9
Driver Cockpit ..............4
ECO ...................42
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) .............20 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) . . . 52
Electronic Throttle Control Warning
Light ...................54
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)
............41,42
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System ....26
Engine Compartment .............67
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) ............54
Oil Selection .............68
Overheating ..............55
Event Data Recorder ..........65
Express Down Windows .........8
Exterior Lights ..............77
Flash-To-Pass ..............18
Flipper Glass, Liftgate ........8,23
Fluid Capacities .............68
Fluids ...................68
FogLights ................18
Folding Front Passenger Seat .....14
Folding Rear Seat ............15
Four Wheel Drive Operation ......46
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ........64
Front Heated Seats ...........16
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .........55
Specifications .............
68
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink
®)..43
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ........55
Hard Disk Drive .............33
Headlights ................18
Dimmer Switch ............18
High Beam ..............18
HeatedSeats ..............16
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch ..................18
HomeLink
®(Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ................43
Hood Release ..............66
Instrument Cluster ............6
Indicators ................7
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Stuck,Freeing ..............64
Sun Roof.................23
Supplemental Restraint System
-Airbag .................10
Temperature Control, Automatic
(ATC) ...................22
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......9
Theft System Arming ...........9
Theft System Disarming .........9
TiltSteeringColumn ..........17
Tires Air Pressure ..............76
Changing ...............58
Flat Changing .............58
Jacking ................58
PressureWarningLight .......52
Touch-Screen Radio ..........31
Tow/Haul.................50
Towing ..................49 24-Hour Towing Assistance .....52
DisabledVehicle ...........63
Recreational .............50
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . 50
Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight ......49TrailerWeight ..............49
Transfer Case
Fluid ..................68
Transmission Fluid ..................68
TurnSignals ...............19
Uconnect™ Phone ...........38
Uconnect™ Voice Command .....40
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink
®) ...............43
USBPort ................34
Voice Command ............40
Warning Lights .............52
Washer Rear ..................19
Washers, Windshield ..........19
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ......76
Wind Buffeting .............25
Windows, Express Down ........8
Windshield Washers ..........19
WindshieldWipers ...........19
Wiper,Rear ...............19
INDEX
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