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

5. Depress the fuel-water separator knob 20 consecutive
times.
6. Turn the ignition to START and crank the engine a
maximum of 10 seconds. The engine should start and
remain running.
NOTE: If the engine does not start, repeat the cycle as
many times as necessary.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms engine coolant and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect the cord
to a standard 110-115 volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded, three wire extension cord.
•The engine block heater cord is found under the hood
clipped to the heater line on the left side of the engine
(3.7L Engines).
•The engine block heater cord is strapped to the engine
oil dipstick tube on the left side of the engine (2.8L
Diesel Engines).
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the cord before driving.
Damage to the 110-115 volt AC electrical cord could
cause electrocution.
Use the heater when temperatures below 0°F (-18°C) are
expected to last for several days.
STARTING AND OPERATING 223
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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
320 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

To check the automatic transmission fluid level properly,
the following procedure must be used:
1. The vehicle must be on level ground.
2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
3. Fully apply parking brake.
4. Apply the brakes and shift the transmission into P
(Park).
5. The fluid MUSTbe checked with the transmission in
P (Park) to be sure that the fluid level is accurate.
6. Wipe the dipstick clean and reinsert until seated.
Remove dipstick and note reading.
At normal operating temperature (approximately 180° F
(82° C), the fluid level is correct if it is in the HOT region (cross-hatched area) on the oil level indicator. The fluid
level indicator should be in the COLD region at 70° F (21°
C) fluid temperature.
If the fluid level is low, add sufficient fluid to bring to the
proper level. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts for correct fluid type.
Fluid is added through the dipstick tube.
NOTE:
To prevent dirt and water from entering the
transmission after checking or replenishing fluid, make
certain that the dipstick cap is properly reseated.
Special Additives
The manufacturer recommends against the addition of
any additives to the transmission. Exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid
leaks.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341
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Temperature Gauge..................... 176
Crankcase Emission Control System .......... 326
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 133
Cruise Light ........................... 177
Cup Holder ............................ 155
Customer Assistance ..................... 394
Cylinder, Retest Requirements ............... 118
Daytime Running Lights ................... 118
Dealer Service .......................... 318
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 163
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 316
Diesel Engine Maintenance ................. 384
Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming .............. 222
Diesel Fuel Water Separator ................ 221
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 117
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .......................... 319
Power Steering ........................ 328 Disabled Vehicle Towing
................... 310
Disarming, Theft System ................... 28
Disposal Engine Oil ........................... 323
Used Engine Fluids ..................... 323
Door Locks ............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 21
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 145
Doors ................................. 18
Drive Belts ............................ 323
Driving ............................... 248
Off-Pavement ......................... 249
Off-Road ............................ 249
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 81
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ...... 153
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 153
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 125
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 133
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Capacity............................ 362
Change Interval ....................... 320
Checking ............................ 319
Dipstick ............................. 319
Identification Logo ..................... 321
Materials Added to ..................... 322
Pressure Warning Light .................. 177
Recommendation ................. 321,322,362
Synthetic ............................ 322
Viscosity ....................... 321,322,362
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... 323
Oil Pressure Light ....................... 177
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............316,317
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink ) ........... 145
Organizer, Cargo ........................ 160
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 80
Overhead Console ....................... 135
Overheating, Engine ...................... 301
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .......... 398 Paint Care
............................. 345
Paint Damage .......................... 345
Panic Alarm ............................ 25
Parking Brake .......................... 243
Passing Light ........................... 117
PCV Valve ............................ 326
Pets .................................. 71
Phone, Cellular .......................... 83
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™) ............. 83
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 258
Polishing and Waxing ..................... 346
Power Distribution Center ..................... 351
Door Locks ........................... 20
Mirrors .............................. 81
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 153
Seats ............................... 109
Steering .......................... 247,328
Sunroof ............................. 151
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