maintenance schedule JEEP LIBERTY 2007 KJ / 1.G User Guide

•Off-road or desert driving
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow “Schedule B” of the
“Maintenance Schedules” section of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace your engine coolant/anti-freeze every 102,000
miles (170 000 km) or 60 months, whichever comes first,
and follow “Schedule B” of the “Maintenance Schedules”
section of this manual.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule “B.”
Second is Schedule“A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule “B.”Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent, add as required.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 371
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Once a Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the exhaust system.
•Inspect brake hoses.
•Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
•After completion of off-road operation, the underside
of the vehicle should be thoroughly inspected. Exam-
ine threaded fasteners for looseness.
372 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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Schedule “B”
Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
•Day or night temperatures are below 32°F (0°C)
•Stop and go driving
•Excessive engine idling
•Driving in dusty conditions
•Short trips 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)
•Trailer towing
•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service)
•Off-road or desert driving
•If equipped for and operated with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow “Schedule B” of the
“Maintenance Schedules” section of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then flush and
replace your engine coolant/anti-freeze every 102,000
miles (170 000 km) or 60 months, whichever comes first,
and follow “Schedule B” of the “Maintenance Schedules”
section of this manual.
SCHEDULE “B” 373
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Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
† Applies only if vehicle is used for frequent trailer
towing or fleet/commercial service.
This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.‡Off-highway operation, trailer towing, taxi, limousine,
bus, snow plowing, or other types of commercial service
or prolonged operation with heavy loading, especially in
hot weather, require front and rear axle service indicated
witha‡inSchedule “B”. Perform these services if the
vehicle is usually operated under these conditions.
384 SCHEDULE “B”
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Miles 132,000 138,000 144,000 150,000
(Kilometers) (220 000) (230 000) (240 000) (250 000)
[Months] [132] [138] [144] [150]
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate the tires. X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary.X
Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary. X
Replace the spark plugs.X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the drive belt, and replace as needed. Not required if
previously replaced.XX
Inspect the manual transmission fluid, add as necessary. X
Inspect the transfer case fluid, add as necessary. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant/anti-freeze, if not done
at 120,000 miles (200 000 km).X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a
malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all receipts. This maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.
390 SCHEDULE “A”
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Rear Servicing........................ 365
Rear Tail............................ 365
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 173
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 172
Sentry Key........................... 172
Service.............................. 362
Side Marker.......................... 365
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 166
Traction Control....................130,175
Transfer Case......................171,172
Transmission Warning................... 171
Turn Signal............... 117,119,166,363,365
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 166
Loading Vehicle......................... 280
Tires ............................... 249
Locks................................. 26
Automatic Door........................ 29
Child Protection........................ 30
Door.............................. 26,28Power Door........................... 29
Steering Wheel......................... 16
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................ 68,69
Lubrication, Body....................... 331
Luggage Carrier......................... 159
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 159
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 327
Maintenance Procedures................... 320
Maintenance Schedule.................... 370
Schedule “A”......................... 385
Schedule “B”......................... 373
Maintenance Schedules.................... 370
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 150
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 168,318
Manual, Service......................... 396
Manual Transmission..................216,344
Fluid Level Check...................... 344
INDEX 409
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Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 76
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 395
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 74
Safety Information, Tire................... 245
Safety Tips............................. 74
Satellite Radio.......................... 195
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 199
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 370
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 47
Seat Belts
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 43
And Pregnant Women................... 48
Child Restraint....................... 64,71
Extender............................. 48
Inspection............................ 75
Maintenance.......................... 352
Operating Instructions................... 39
Pretensioners.......................... 46
Reminder............................ 173Seats................................. 108
Adjustment.......................... 108
Cleaning............................ 350
Head Restraints....................... 111
Heated.............................. 112
Rear Folding......................... 113
Reclining ............................ 109
Security Against Theft................... 19,28
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 19
Selection of Oil......................... 322
Selec-Trac Operation...................... 229
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)................... 16
Sentry Key Programming................... 18
Sentry Key Replacement................... 18
Service Assistance....................... 392
Service Contract......................... 394
Service Manuals........................ 396
Setting the Clock.....................176,192
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission........... 218
INDEX 413
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