JEEP LIBERTY 2008 KK / 2.G Owners Manual

CAUTION!
²Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to the
windshield wipers may result if the wiper control
is left in any position other than OFF.
²In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch
and allow the wipers to return to the park position
before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch
is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield,
damage to the wiper motor may occur when the
vehicle is restarted.
²Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
OFF position. If the windshield wiper control is
turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the
OFF position, damage to the wiper motor may
occur.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper system when weather condi-
tions make a single wiping cycle with a variable pause
between cycles desirable. Rotate the end of the Wind-
shield Wiper / Washer Control Lever to the first detent,
and then turn the end of the lever to select the desired
delay interval. There are five delay settings, which allow
you to regulate the wipe interval from a minimum of two
cycles every second to a maximum of approximately 36
seconds between cycles or from a minimum of one cycle
every second to a maximum of approximately 18 seconds
between cycles at vehicle speeds greater than 10 mph (16
km/h).
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WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with defroster before and during wind-
shield washer use.
Mist Feature
Push downward on the Windshield Wiper / Washer
Control Lever to activate a single wipe cycle to clear the
windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle.
The wipers will continue to operate until you release the
lever.Mist Control
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Headlights with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn ON
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on
if the Multi-Function Control Lever (on the left side of the
steering column) is placed in the (A) AUTO position. In
addition, the headlights will turn OFF when the wipers
are turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
The Headlights with Wipers feature can be turned on or
off through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Ð if equipped. For details, refer to ºHeadlights
On with Wipers,º under ªPersonal Settings (Customer
Programmable Features),º under ªElectronic Vehicle In-
formation Centerº in Section 4 of this manual.
Rain Sensing Wipers Ð If Equipped
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and
automatically activates the wipers for the driver. This
feature is especially useful for road splash or over spray
from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate
the end of the Windshield Wiper / Washer Control Lever
to one of the five intermittent wiper settings to activate
this feature.
The sensitivity of the system is adjustable from the
Windshield Wiper / Washer Control Lever. Wiper delay
position 1 is the least sensitive and wiper delay position
5 is the most sensitive. Choose position 3 or 4 for normal
rain conditions. Choose position 2 or 1 if you desire less
wiper sensitivity. Choose position 5 if you desire more
sensitivity. Place the lever in the OFF position when not
using the system.
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NOTE:
²The rain-sensing feature will not operate when the
wiper speed is in the LOW or HIGH position.
²The rain-sensing feature may not function properly
when ice or dried salt water is present on the wind-
shield.
²Use of Rain-Xtor products containing wax or silicone
may reduce rain sensor performance.
²The Rain Sense feature can be turned on and off
through the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Ð if equipped. For details, refer to ªPersonal
Settings (Customer Programmable Features)º under
ªElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)º in
Section 4 of this manual.
The rain sensing system has protective features for the
wiper blades and arms. It will not operate under the
following conditions:
²Low Temperature Wipe InhibitÐ The rain-sensing
feature will not operate when the ignition is first
switched ON, and the vehicle is stationary, and the
outside temperature is below 32É F (0É C), unless the
wiper control is moved, or the vehicle speed becomes
greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside tempera-
ture rises above freezing.
²Neutral Wipe InhibitÐ The rain-sensing feature will
not operate when the ignition is ON, and the trans-
mission selector lever is in the ªNº (Neutral) position,
and the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h),
unless the wiper control is moved or the selector lever
is moved out of the ªNº (Neutral) position.
²Remote Start Wipe Inhibit (Vehicles Equipped with
Remote Start System)Ð The rain-sensing feature will
not operate when the vehicle is in remote start mode.
This feature will return to normal operation once
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remote start mode is exited. Refer to ªRemote Start
Systemº in Section 2 of this manual for information on
remote start operation.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the Windshield Wiper / Washer
Control lever toward you and hold it for as long as
washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the delay range, the wipers will operate in low speed for
two wipe cycles after releasing the lever and then resume
the intermittent interval previously selected.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two wipe
cycles and then turn OFF.
Adding Washer Fluid
NOTE:Refer to the ªEngine Compartmentº diagram in
Section 7 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir.
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers is located
in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid
level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir
with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze)
and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
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TILT STEERING COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. The tilt control handle is located
below the steering wheel at the end of the steering
column.To unlock the steering column, push the control handle
downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steering
wheel upward or downward as desired. To lock the
steering column in position, pull the control handle
upward until fully engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The
tilt adjustment must be locked while driving. Adjust-
ing the steering wheel while driving or driving
without the tilt adjustment locked could cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Ð IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, this device takes over the accelerator
operation at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).
Electronic Speed Control Operation
The speed control lever is located on the right side of the
steering wheel.
To Activate:
Push and release the (ªON/OFFº) button lo-
cated on the end of the speed control lever. The
CRUISE indicator in the instrument cluster will
illuminate. To turn the system OFF, push and
release the (ªON/OFFº) button a second time. The
CRUISE indicator will turn off. Be sure to turn the system
OFF when not in use.
NOTE:
²The Electronic Speed Control System will automati-
cally turn off when the engine is turned off.
²The Electronic Speed Control System is designed to
shut down if you operate multiple speed control
switch-functions simultaneously (i.e. SET and CAN-
CEL). If this occurs, push and release the (ªON/OFFº)
button to reactivate the system and then reestablish
the desired SET speed.
Speed Control Lever
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WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.
To Set At A Desired Speed:
When the vehicle reaches the speed desired, press down
on the lever and release (ªSET DECELº). Release the
accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected
speed.
NOTE:
²The vehicle must be traveling at least 25 mph (40
km/h) for the speed control to set.
²The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and
on level ground before pressing the lever (ªSET DE-
CELº).
To Deactivate:
A soft tap on the brake pedal, or pulling the speed control
lever toward you (ªCANCELº), or normal brake or
clutch pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate
the speed control without erasing the set speed from
memory. Pressing the (ON/OFF) button or turning off
the ignition erases the set speed from memory.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with a manual transmis-
sion, depressing the clutch pedal will disengage the
speed control. A slight increase in engine RPM before the
speed control disengages is normal.
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To Resume Speed:
If you deactivated the speed control without erasing the
set speed from memory and your vehicle speed is above
20 mph (32 km/h) you can resume the previous set
speed. To do so, push the lever up and release (RESUME
ACCEL), and then remove your foot from the accelerator
pedal.
To Vary The Speed Setting:
When the speed control is set, you can increase speed by
pushing up and holding the lever (ªRESUME ACCELº).
Release the lever when the desired speed is reached, and
the new set speed will be established.
Tapping (ªRESUME ACCELº) once will result ina1mph
(2 km/h) speed increase. Each time the lever is tapped,
speed increases so that tapping the lever three times will
increase speed by 3 mph (5 km/h), etc.To decrease speed while the speed control is set, push
down and hold the lever (ªSET DECELº). Release the
lever when the desired speed is reached, and the new set
speed will be established.
Tapping the (ªSET DECELº) button once will result in a
1 mph (2 km/h) speed decrease. Each time the button is
tapped, speed decreases.To Accelerate For Passing
Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.
Using Speed Control On Hills
NOTE:The speed control system maintains speed up
and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills
is normal.
On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so
it may be preferable to drive without speed control.
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Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may need
to be shifted into a lower gear to climb hills without
speed loss.
WARNING!
Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
can't maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could
go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. An accident could be the result. Don't use
Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.
REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
The Rear Park Assist System is a driver aid that senses for
obstacles behind the vehicle and provides both visible
and audible warnings to indicate the range of the object.
System Usage Precautions
NOTE:
²Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debris
to keep the Rear Park Assist System operating prop-
erly.
²Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could
affect the performance of the Rear Park Assist System.
²When you turn off the Rear Park Assist System, the
instrument cluster will display ªPARK ASSIST DIS-
ABLED.º Furthermore, once you turn off the Rear
Park Assist System, it remains off until you turn it on
again, even if you cycle the ignition key.
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