2012 JEEP LIBERTY four wheel drive

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler Group LLC..2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit..............4
Instrument Cluster ............6
GETTING STARTEDKeyFob ..................8
Remote Start...............9
Theft Alarm ................9
Seat Belt ..................9
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags ........... 10
Child Restraints .............11
FrontSeats ................13
RearSeats.................15
HeatedSeats .............. 16
Tilt Steering Column ..........17
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In
Recommendations............18
Turn Signal/Lights Lever ........18
Wiper/Washer Lever .........20
Speed Control ..............21
Manual Climate Controls .......22
Automatic Temperature Controls
(ATC) ..................23
Parksense® Rear Park Assist .....24
Liftgate Flipper Glass .........24
Power Sunroof .............25
Sky Slider® Roof ............26
Wind Buffeting .............27
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System ....28
Media Center 130
(Sales Code RES) ...........30
Media Center 130 With Satellite
Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . 32
Media Center 230 (Sales Code
REQ)...................34
Media Center 430/430N (Sales
Code RBZ/RHB) ............37
Media Center 730N (Sales Code
RHR) ...................46
Sirius XM™Satellite Radio/Travel
Link ....................56
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . 60
Uconnect™ Phone ...........60
Uconnect™ Voice Command .....63
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio .....65
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) .............65
Programmable Features .......66Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®)
..............68
Power Outlet ...............71
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIESFour-Wheel Drive Operation .....72
UTILITYCargoAreaFeatures .........74
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)........76
Tow/Haul Mode ............ 77
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.) ........... 77
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance .....79
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights ..................79
If Your Engine Overheats .......83
Jacking And Tire Changing .....84
Jump-Starting .............89
Shift Lever Override .......... 91
Towing A Disabled Vehicle ......92
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .......93
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .....94
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood..........95
Engine Compartment .........96
Fluids And Capacities .........97
Maintenance Chart ..........99
Fuses ...................102
TirePressures..............106
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .....107
Exterior Bulbs .............107
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC Customer
Center ..................108
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer
Center ..................108
Assistance For The Hearing
Impaired.................108
Publications Ordering .........108
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. ............109
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories By
MOPAR®.................110
INDEX................. 111
FAQ(HowTo?)Frequently Asked Questions .....114
TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
Command-Trac II® Transfer Case
• The Command-TracII® transfer case provides four positions:• Two-wheel drive (2WD) high range
• Four-wheel drive (4WD LOCK) high range
• Four-wheel drive (4WD LOW) low range
• NEUTRAL (N)
2WD To 4WD LOCK
• Move transfer case lever to the desired position.
• Shifts between 2WD and 4WD LOCK can be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion. With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will
engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator
pedal after moving the transfer case lever.
• If the vehicle is stopped, the key must be in the ON/RUN position.
• Shifts can not be completed if the key is in the ACC position.
4WD LOCK To 4WD LOW
• With the engine running, slow the vehicle speed to 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) and shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
• While still rolling, move the transfer case lever to the 4WD LOW position.
• After the indicator light is ON (not flashing) shift the transmission into gear.
• If the indicator light in the instrument cluster is flashing, the shift did not occur and the current transfer case position will be maintained.
• This transfer case is intended to be driven in the two-wheel drive position (2WD) for normal street and highway conditions such as dry,
hard-surfaced roads.
• When additional traction is required, select the transfer case 4WD LOCK position or 4WD LOW position. This position locks the front driveshaft
and rear driveshaft together and forces the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed.
• When operating in 4WD LOW, the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 4WD LOCK position at a given road speed. Take care
not to over-speed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
• Use the transfer case NEUTRAL position for recreational towing only.
Selec-Trac II® Transfer Case
• The Selec-Trac II® active on-demand transfer case provides four positions:
• Two-wheel drive (2WD) high range
• Four-wheel drive Auto (4WD AUTO) high range
• NEUTRAL (N)
• Four-wheel drive (4WD LOW) low range
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• This transfer case is intended to be driven in either the two-wheel driveposition (2WD) or the four-wheel drive Auto position (4WD AUTO) for
normal street and highway conditions such as dry, hard-surfaced roads.
• For added capability when traversing steep grades, rough terrain, or extremely poor traction surfaces, select the transfer case 4WD LOW
position. This position locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft
together and forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same
speed while multiplying engine torque.
• When operating in 4WD LOW, the engine speed is approximately three times that of the 4WD LOCK position at a given road speed. Take care
not to over-speed the engine and do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
• Use the transfer case NEUTRAL position for recreational towing only.
2WD To 4WD AUTO
• Move transfer case lever to the desired position.
• Shifts between 2WD and 4WD AUTO can be done with the vehicle stopped or in motion. With the vehicle in motion, the transfer case will
engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator
pedal after moving the transfer case lever.
• If the vehicle is stopped, the key must be in the ON/RUN position.
• Shifts can not be completed if the key is in the ACC position.
4WD AUTO To 4WD LOW
• With the engine running, slow the vehicle speed to 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) and shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
• While still rolling, move the transfer case lever to the 4WD LOW position.
• After the indicator light is ON (not flashing) shift the transmission into gear.
• If the indicator light in the instrument cluster is flashing, the shift did not occur and the current transfer case position will be maintained.
WARNING!
• You or others could be injured if you leave the vehicle unattendedwith the transfer case in the NEUTRAL position without first fully
engaging the parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL position
disengages both the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft from the
powertrain, and it will allow the vehicle to move even if the
transmission is in PARK. The parking brake should always be applied
when the driver is not in the vehicle.
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TOW/HAUL MODE
• When driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc.,and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the TOW/HAUL button.
This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission
overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating in
TOW/HAUL mode, the transmission will shift into third gear.
NOTE:The TOW/HAUL mode locks
out Overdrive.
• The “TOW/HAUL Indicator Light”will illuminate in the instrument
cluster to indicate when the
switch has been activated.
Pressing the switch a second time
restores normal operation. If the
TOW/HAUL mode is desired, the
switch must be pressed each time
the engine is started.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.)
Recreational Towing — Two-Wheel Drive Models
• Recreational towing is allowed if the rear wheels are OFFthe ground.
This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a
tow dolly, follow this procedure:
• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's instructions.
• Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly, firmly set the parking brake and place the transmission in PARK.
• Turn the ignition switch to the unlocked OFF position.
• Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
• Disconnect the negative battery cable and secure it away from the battery post.
• Flat towing (with all four wheels on the ground) is allowed ONLY if the
driveshaft is removed. Towing with the rear wheels on the ground while
the driveshaft is connected will result in severe transmission damage.
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• The parking brakemustbe firmly engaged and the wheels chocked
during driveshaft removal and installation. The parking brake must
remain engaged unless the vehicle is securely and properly connected to
the tow vehicle, or the driveshaft is completely reinstalled. See your
authorized dealer for proper driveshaft removal and reinstallation
procedures, including flange orientation/alignment, use of thread-locking
compound, proper bolt torque specifications, etc.
Towing – Four-Wheel Drive Models
• Depress the brake pedal and turn the ignition switch to ON/RUN
with the engine shut off.
• Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
• Shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL by holding down the
NEUTRAL Pin switch for four
seconds until the LED starts to
blink. The LED will stop blinking
and remain on when the shift is
complete.
• Start the engine and shift into DRIVE to ensure there is no vehicle movement.
• Shut the engine off and shift the transmission into PARK.
• Place the ignition switch in the OFF position and remove the key.
• Apply the parking brake, attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle with a tow bar and release the parking brake.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Towing with the rear wheels on the ground (while the driveshaft is
connected) will cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
WARNING!
• If the driveshaft is removed, the vehicle can roll even if the transmission is in PARK, which could cause serious injury or death.
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AirConditioning .........22,23
Airbag .................10
AirbagLight .............82
Alarm,Panic ..............8
Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS)..................82
Arming Theft System (Security
Alarm) ..................9
Audio
Settings . . 30,31,32,34,35,36,40,49
Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) ..................23
Automatic Transmission FluidType..............97
AxleFluid ...............97
Battery Charging System Light . . . . . . 81
Belts, Seat ................9
BrakeFluid ..............97
Brake System WarningLight ...........81
Break-In Recommendations,
NewVehicle ..............18
Bulb Replacement .........107
Calibration, Compass ........66
Change Oil Indicator ........83
Changing A Flat Tire . . ......84
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 81
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
IndicatorLight) ............81
ChildRestraint .............11
Child Restraint Tether Anchors . . 11
ClimateControl..........22,23
Clock Setting .....30,32,35,37,47
Compass Calibration . . . . . . . . 66
Cooling System Coolant Capacity .........97
Cruise Control (Speed Control) . . 21
CruiseLight ..............21
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . 108
Defects, Reporting .........109
Defroster, Rear Window . . . . . . 22
Defroster, Windshield . . . . . . . . 22 Dimmer Control . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . 19
Disarming,TheftSystem ......9
ECO ...................66
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control) .................21
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) . . . . . .
............79
Electronic Throttle Control
WarningLight ............82
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . 65,66
Electronics
Your Vehicle's Sound System..28
Emergency, In Case of Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Overheating ............83
Engine Break-In Recommendations . . 18
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Malfunction Indicator (Check
Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
OilSelection ............97
Overheating ............83
EventDataRecorder ........94
ExteriorLights ...........107
Flash-To-Pass .............19
Flipper Glass, Liftgate . . . . . . 8,24
Fluid Capacities . . . . . ......97
Fluids ..................97
FogLights ...............19
Folding Front Passenger Seat . . . 15
FoldingRearSeat ..........15
Four Wheel Drive Operation . . . 72
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . 93
Front Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . 16
Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) . . . . . . . 82
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®) . . . . .........68
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . . . 82
INDEX
111

Headlights...............18
Dimmer Switch ...........19
High Beam .............19
HeatedMirrors ..........22,23
HeatedSeats .............16
High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch ...........19
HomeLink® (Garage Door
Opener) Transmitter ........68
Hood Release .............95
Instrument Cluster ..........6
Indicators ...............7
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights ................6,79
Intermittent Wipers
(DelayWipers) ............20
Introduction ..............2
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio . . 65
Jack Location ............84
Jack Operation ..........84,85
Jacking Instructions .........85
Jump Starting ............89
KeyFob .................8
Key Fob Programmable
Features ................66
Lane Change Assist .........19
LATCH (Lower Anchors and
TetherforCHildren) .........11
Liftgate.................24
Liftgate Flipper Glass ........24
Liftgate,Power ............24
Lights
Engine Temperature Warning..80
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator . . 82
Headlights ..............18
Park ..................18
TransmissionWarning ......82
Turn Signal .............19
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) .............6 Maintenance Record . . . . . . . . 101
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 99
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Media Center Radio . . . . . 30,32,34
Memory Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Mirrors
Heated ..............22,23
MOPAR® Accessories . . . . . . . . 110
Navigation ............44,53
New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . 18
Oil Change Indicator . .......83
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . . 83
OilPressureLight ..........82
Oil, Engine Capacity ...............97
Outlet Power .................71
Overheating, Engine . . . . ....83
PanicAlarm ...............8
Park Sense System, Rear . . . . . 24
Phone (Pairing) ............61
Phone (Uconnect) . . . . . . . . . 60
Placard, Tire and Loading
Information .............106
Power Glass Sunroof . . .........25
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ................71
Seats .................13
Steering ...............97
Preparation for Jacking . . . . . . 85
Programmable Electronic
Features ................66
Radio Operation .........37,46
Rain Sensitive Wiper System . . . 20
Rear Park Sense System . . . . . . 24
RearSeat,Folding ..........15
Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . 77
Remote Starting System . . . . . . 9
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . 107
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 109
INDEX
112

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
• How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 11
• How do I program my Front Seat Memory? pg. 14
ELECTRONICS
• Which radio is in my vehicle? pg. 30, 32, 34, 37, 46
• How do I activate the Audio Jack? pg. 31, 34, 36, 40, 49
• How do I set the clock on my radio? pg. 30, 32, 35, 37, 47
• How do I use the Navigation feature? pg. 44, 53
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with the UConnect™Hands-Free Voice Activation System? pg. 60
• What does the ECO message mean on the EVIC display? pg. 66
• How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 68
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
• How do I shift into different four-wheel drive selections? pg. 72
UTILITY
• How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Liberty? pg. 76
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 79
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 84
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 89
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 102
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 97
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 99
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 106
FAQ (How To?)
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