2012 JEEP LIBERTY key battery

If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, refer to “Shift Lever
Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc-
tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the
PARK position for towing.
CAUTION!
•Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when
towing. When securing the vehicle to a flat bed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension
components. Damage to your vehicle may result
from improper towing.
•If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the
ignition must be in the ON/RUN or ACC position,
not in the LOCK/OFF position.
Towing Without The Ignition Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF position. The only
approved method of towing without the ignition key is
with a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Two-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheelsOFFthe ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis-
sion is operable, the vehicle may be towed (with rear
wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEU-
TRAL. Speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) and the
distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
452 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion. Tighten the gas cap until aclickingsound is heard.
This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight-
ened.
Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
If the problem persists, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged
cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system
will turn on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the
MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition key-actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must
do the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not
crank or start the engine.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 459

Automatic Door Locks..................... 32
Automatic Headlights .................... 159
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ..........236,243
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 305
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 322
Special Additives ..................... 481
Automatic Transmission .............324,480,482
Adding Fluid .................... 482,504
Fluid and Filter Changes ............480,482
Fluid Change ....................... 482
Fluid Level Check .................... 481
Fluid Type ...................... 480,504
Gear Ranges ........................ 324
Special Additives ..................... 481
Torque Converter .................... 332
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ...... 202
Auxiliary Power Outlet ................... 202
Axle Fluid ............................. 504
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid) ............... 504B-Pillar Location
........................ 373
Battery ............................... 466
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 25
Belts, Seat ............................ 45,90
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 468
Brake Assist System ...................... 357
Brake Control System, Electronic ............. 355
Brake Fluid ............................ 504
Brake System ........................... 478
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................. 353,356
Fluid Check ..................... 479,504
Master Cylinder ..................... 479
Parking ........................... 351
Warning Light ....................... 237
Brake, Parking .......................... 351
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 323
Brakes ............................... 478
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 88
Bulb Replacement ..................... 498,499
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INDEX 535

Jack Location........................... 436
Jack Operation ....................... 435,439
Jacking Instructions ...................... 439
Jump Starting .......................... 444
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 162
Lane Change Assist ...................... 162
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 45
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....82,83
Latches ................................ 92
Hood ............................. 156 Lead Free Gasoline
...................... 399
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 92
Life of Tires ............................ 384
Liftgate ................................ 40
Liftgate Flipper Glass ...................... 40
Light Bulbs .......................... 92,498
Lights .............................. 92,158
Airbag ...................... 67,76,90,239
Anti-Lock .......................... 229
Automatic Headlights ................. 159
Back-Up ........................... 501
Battery Saver ....................... 164
Brake Assist Warning .................. 366
Brake Warning ...................... 237
Bulb Replacement ................. 498,499
Cargo ............................. 164
Cruise ............................ 236
Daytime Running .................... 161
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...........158,162
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INDEX 543

Transaxle............................. 322
Automatic ......................... 322
Operation .......................... 322
Transfer Case ........................... 482
Fluid .......................... 482,504
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation ............ 333
Maintenance ........................ 482
Transmission ........................... 324
Automatic ......................... 324
Fluid ............................. 504
Maintenance ........................ 480
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 184
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ........ 20
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 384
Trip Odometer .......................... 234 Trip Odometer Reset Button
................ 233
Turn Signals ................ 158,162,227,500,501
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ............. 103
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 531
Universal Transmitter ..................... 184
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 399
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .............. 50
Upholstery Care ........................ 490
Vanity Mirrors .......................... 102
Variance, Compass ....................... 246
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 406
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 7
Vehicle Loading ...................... 374,406
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 8
Vehicle Storage ......................... 311
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... 464
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INDEX 553