2012 JEEP LIBERTY climate control

HDC control speed. If more speed is desired during HDC
control, the accelerator pedal will increase vehicle speed
in the usual manner. When either the brake or the
accelerator is released, HDC will control the vehicle at the
original set speed.
NOTE:HDC is available on vehicles equipped with the
MP1522 transfer case.
•The transfer case must be in 4WD LOW range to
enable HDC.
•HDC is enabled only when the “Hill Descent Control
Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster is on solid.
•HDC will NOT activate when the automatic transmis-
sion is in PARK.
•HDC will NOT activate on level ground.
•HDC will NOT activate at vehicle speeds above
30 mph (50 km/h). The “Hill Descent” button is located in the lower switch
bank below the climate control.
Enabling HDC
1. Shift the transfer case into 4WD LOW range. Refer to
“Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in “Starting and Operat-
ing” for further information.
Hill Descent Button
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Partial Off – Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles And
Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles In 2WD And 4WD High
Range
The “Partial Off” mode is intended for driving in deep
snow, sand, or gravel. This mode raises the threshold for
TCS and ESC activation, which allows for more wheel
spin than what ESC normally allows.
The “ESC Off” button is located in the lower switch bank
below the climate control. To enter the “Partial Off”
mode, momentarily press the “ESC Off” button and the
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will illu-
minate. To turn the ESC on again, momentarily press the
ESC Offbutton and the ESC Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light” will turn off. This will restore the normal
“ESC On” mode of operation.
NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving
with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow,
sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off” mode by momentarily pressing the “ESC
Off” button. Once the situation requiring “Partial Off”
mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily
pressing the “ESC Off” button. This may be done while
the vehicle is in motion.
Full Off – Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles In 4WD High
And 4WD Low Range
The “Full Off” mode is intended for off-highway and
off-road use when ESC stability features could inhibit
vehicle maneuverability due to trail conditions.
The “ESC Off” button is located in the lower switch bank
below the climate control panel. To enter “Full Off”
mode, press and hold the “ESC Off” button for five
seconds while the vehicle is stopped with the engine
running. After five seconds, the “ESC Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light” will illuminate and an “ESC
OFF” message will appear in the odometer. Press and
release the trip odometer button located on the instru-
ment cluster to turn off this message.
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the
switch bank below the climate controls.Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all directional
turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Press the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating your engine by taking the
appropriate action.
•On the highways — slow down.
•In city traffic — while stopped, put transmission in
NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads “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
the “H” and you hear continuous chimes, turn the
engine off immediately and call for service.
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-
Fuse Description
M11 — 10 Amp RedClimate Control Sys-
tem – If Equipped
M12 — 30 Amp GreenRadio/Amplifier – If
Equipped
M13 — 20 Amp YellowInstrument Cluster/
Wireless Control
Module/
Multifunction Control
Switch, Siren – If
Equipped
M14 — 20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow (Export
Only) – If EquippedCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
Fuse Description
M15 — 20 Amp YellowInstrument Cluster/
Rear View Mirror/
Tire Pressure
Monitor/Transfer
Case Module – If
Equipped/Glow
Plugs – If Equipped
M16 — 10 Amp RedAirbag Module
M17 — 15 Amp BlueExterior Lighting –
Left Front Park and
Side Marker, Left Tail
and Running, License
Lights
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Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-
Fuse Description
M28 — 10 Amp RedPowertrain Control
Module
M29 — 10 Amp RedOccupant Classifica-
tion Module
M30 — 15 Amp BlueRear Wiper Module –
If Equipped/Power
Folding Mirror – If
Equipped/Diagnostic
Link
M31 — 20 Amp YellowBack-Up Lights
M32 — 10 Amp RedAirbag Module
M33 — 10 Amp RedPowertrain Control
ModuleCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
Fuse Description
M34 — 10 Amp RedPark Assist Module –
If Equipped/Climate
Control System Mod-
ule – If Equipped/
Compass Module – If
Equipped/Cabin
Heater – If
Equipped/Diesel Rad
Fan – If Equipped
M35 — 15 Amp BlueHeated Mirrors – If
Equipped
M36 — — —
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may departsignificantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 531

Bulbs, Light.......................... 92,498
Calibration, Compass ..................... 246
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 502
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 404
Oil (Engine) ........................ 464
Power Steering ...................... 350
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 476
Car Washes ............................ 487
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............89,403
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 406
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 212
Cargo Area Features ...................... 208
Cargo Compartment ...................... 208
Light ............................. 164
Cargo Light ............................ 164
Cargo Load Floor ........................ 208
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 210 Cellular Phone
....................... 103,301
Certification Label ....................... 406
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 435
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 369
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............226,459
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 88
Checks, Safety ........................... 88
Child Restraint .................... 78,79,83,85
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............82,83
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 400
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 489
Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 469
Climate Control ......................... 301
Clock ........................... 256,275,284
Coin Holder ........................... 207
Cold Weather Operation ................... 320
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