adding oil JEEP LIBERTY 2006 KJ / 1.G Owners Manual

The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine has been shut off, or
before starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the ADD and SAFE markings on the
dipstick. Adding 1 U.S. Quart (0.95L) of oil when the
reading is at the ADD mark will result in a SAFE reading
on these engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling the crankcase will cause
aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage
your engine.
Change Engine Oil
Road conditions as well as your kind of driving affect the
interval at which your oil should be changed. Check the
following to determine if any apply to you:
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C)
•Stop and go driving
•Extensive engine idling
•Driving in dusty conditions
•Short trip driving of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
•More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C)
•Taxi, Police, or delivery service (commercial service)
•Trailer towing
•Off-road or desert driving
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Adding Fluid
Only at filler hole until fluid runs out of the hole, when
the vehicle is in a level position.
Drain
First remove fill plug (B), then drain plug (C). Recom-
mended tightening torque for drain and fill plugs is
15–25 ft. lbs. (20–34 N·m).
CAUTION!
When installing plugs, do not overtighten. You could
damage them and cause them to leak.
Selection of Lubricant
Use only manufacturer’s recommended fluid, refer to
Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts for correct fluid
type.
Front/Rear Axle Fluid
The front axle has a threaded “fill plug” on the cover
plate, and a threaded “drain plug” on the bottom side of
the carrier.
Fluid Level Check
Lubricant should be 1/2 (1 cm) below the oil fill hole.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343
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Turbo Cool Down....................... 220
Turn Signals ................... 1 17,173,357,360
Underhood Fuses ........................ 351
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 399
Universal Transmitter ..................... 145
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 276
Upholstery Care ........................ 347
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ................. 337
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 82
Variance, Compass ....................... 144
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 7
Vehicle Loading ......................... 258
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 8
Vehicle Storage ......................... 355
Viscosity, Engine Oil ................... 321,322
Warning Flasher, Hazard .................. 300 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 173
Warnings and Cautions
..................... 6
Warranty Information ..................... 397
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 163
Washers, Windshield .................. 122,330
Washing Vehicle ......................... 345
Waxing and Polishing ..................... 345
Wheel Alignment and Balance ............... 267
Wheel Mounting ........................ 306
Wind Buffeting .......................... 34
Window Fogging ........................ 210
Windows .............................. 32
Power ............................... 32
Windshield Washers ...................... 122
Fluid ............................... 330
Windshield Wiper Blades .................. 330
Windshield Wipers ....................... 123
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 123
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