jump start JEEP LIBERTY 2008 KK / 2.G Owners Manual

For vehicles equipped with Tip Start,turn the ignition
switch to the START position and release it as soon as the
starter engages. The starter motor will continue to run,
and it will disengage automatically when the engine is
running. If the engine fails to start, the starter will
disengage automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn
the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the normal starting procedure.
Extreme Cold Weather (below ±20ÉF or ±29ÉC)
To insure reliable starting at these temperatures, use of an
externally powered electric engine block heater (available
from your dealer) is recommended.
If Engine Fails to Start
WARNING!
²Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into
the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to
start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire
causing serious personal injury.
²Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get
it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned
fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once
the engine has started, ignite and damage the
converter and vehicle. If the vehicle has a dis-
charged battery, booster cables may be used to
obtain a start from a booster battery or the battery
in another vehicle. This type of start can be dan-
gerous if done improperly. Refer to Section 6 of
this manual for proper jump starting procedures
and follow them carefully.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
mIf Your Engine Overheats.................384
mJacking And Tire Changing................385
NJack Location........................385
NSpare Tire Stowage....................386
NSpare Tire Removal....................386NPreparations For Jacking................387
NJacking Instructions....................388
mJump Starting.........................390
mTowing A Disabled Vehicle................393
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nuts until each nut has been tightened twice. Correct
wheel nut tightness is 130 N´m (95 ft. lbs). If in doubt
about the correct tightness, have them checked with a
torque wrench by your authorized dealer or at a service
station.
10. Lower the jack to it's fully closed position.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
11. Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper loca-
tions.
JUMP STARTING
WARNING!
²Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is
raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be hurt
by the fan.
²Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles
equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this
way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. If
the vehicle has a discharged battery, booster cables may be used to
obtain a start from another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly, so follow this procedure carefully.
²Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution; do not allow battery fluid
to contact eyes, skin, or clothing. Don't lean over battery when
attaching clamps or allow the clamps to touch each other. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush contaminated area immediately
with large quantities of water.
²A battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explo-
sive. Keep flame or spark away from the vent holes.
²Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an
output that exceeds 12 volts.
390 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
²You should not try to start your vehicle by pushing
or towing.
²Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the
discharge battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode.
²During cold weather when temperatures are be-
low freezing point, electrolyte in a discharged
battery may freeze. Do not attempt jump-starting
because the battery could rupture or explode. The
battery temperature must be brought up above
freezing point before attempting jump-start.7. If the vehicle is equipped with Sentry Key Immobi-
lizer, turn the ignition switch to the ON position for 3
seconds before moving the ignition switch to the START
position.
8. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster
battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
9. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the above
sequence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
392 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Auto Unlock, Doors....................... 32
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 88
Automatic Door Locks...................31,32
Automatic Headlights.................... 134
Automatic Oil Change Indicator..........201,209
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 264
Automatic Transaxle
Special Additives...................... 425
Automatic Transmission................283,425
Adding Fluid......................425,449
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 425
Fluid Change......................... 425
Fluid Level Check...................... 425
Fluid Type........................... 449
Gear Ranges.......................... 283
Overdrive........................... 285
Special Additives...................... 425
Torque Converter...................... 287
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode..... 287Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)...... 169
Auxiliary Power Outlet................... 169
Axle Fluid............................. 449
Axle Lubrication (Axle Fluid)............... 449
Battery............................... 409
Charging System Light.................. 194
Emergency Starting..................... 390
Gas Caution.......................... 410
Jump Starting......................... 390
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Belts, Drive............................ 406
Belts, Seat............................42,81
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 413
B-Pillar Location........................ 333
Brake Assist System...................... 316
Brake Assist Warning Light................. 196
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 314
Brake Fluid............................ 449
INDEX 471
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Electrical Power Outlets................... 169
Electronic Brake Control System............. 314
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 315
Brake Assist System.................... 316
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 317
Electronic Stability Program............... 324
Traction Control System................. 316
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)............. 317
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 147
Electronic Stability Program (ESP).........196,324
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 192
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 206
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 385
Jump Starting......................... 390
Overheating.......................... 384
Towing............................. 393
Emission Control System Maintenance......400,452
Engine............................... 398Air Cleaner.......................... 406
Block Heater......................... 280
Break-In Recommendations................ 79
Checking Oil Level..................... 403
Compartment......................... 398
Coolant (Antifreeze).................416,448
Cooling............................. 416
Exhaust Gas Caution..................80,358
Fails to Start.......................... 278
Flooded, Starting...................... 278
Fuel Requirements..................... 355
Jump Starting......................... 390
Oil ...........................403,447,448
Oil Change Interval...............201,209,404
Oil Filler Cap......................... 404
Oil Filter............................ 405
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 405
Oil Selection.......................404,447
Oil Synthetic......................... 405
INDEX 475
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Jump Starting.......................... 390
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 136
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren)............................73,74
Latches................................ 82
Hood............................... 131
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 355
Leaks, Fluid............................ 82
Life of Tires............................ 342
Liftgate................................ 40Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 180
Light Bulbs..........................82,443
Lights..............................82,133
Airbag..........................67,81,204
Anti-Lock Warning..................... 195
Automatic Headlights................... 134
Back-Up............................. 445
Battery Saver......................... 138
Brake Assist Warning.................196,328
Brake Warning........................ 202
Bulb Replacement...................... 443
Cargo .............................. 138
Courtesy/Reading..................... 138
Cruise.............................. 202
Daytime Running...................... 135
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............133,137
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator.......................196,324,328
Electronic Throttle Control Warning......... 192
480 INDEX

Side View Mirror Adjustment................ 89
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 271
Signals, Turn.................82,136,194,444,445
Sky Slider Power Roof.................164,434
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 344
Sound Systems (Radio).................... 237
Spare Tire............................. 386
Spark Plugs.........................406,448
Specifications
Fuel (Gasoline)........................ 448
Oil ..............................404,448
Speed Control (Cruise Control).............. 147
Speedometer........................... 194
Starting.............................27,277
Automatic Transmission................. 277
Cold Weather......................... 278
Emergency (Jump Starting)............... 390
Engine Block Heater.................... 280
Engine Fails to Start.................... 278Manual Transmission................... 277
Remote.............................. 27
Starting and Operating.................... 277
Starting Procedures...................... 277
Steering
Power...........................313,412
Tilt Column.......................... 146
Wheel Lock........................... 18
Wheel, Tilt........................... 146
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 258
Storage............................... 173
Storage Bin............................ 173
Storage, Vehicle......................... 270
Sun Roof.............................. 161
Sun Roof (Sky Slider Power).............164,434
Sun Visor Extension....................... 92
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 164
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 52
488 INDEX

INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION ROLLOVER WARNING HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A
WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS Ignition Key RemovalKey-In-Ignition ReminderSENTRY KEY Replacement KeysCustomer Key ProgrammingGeneral InformationSTEERING WHEEL LOCK - IF EQUIPPED To Manually Lock the Steering WheelTo Release the Steering Wheel
LockSECURITY ALARM SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED Rearming of the SystemTo Arm the SystemTo Disarm the SystemILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY To Unlock the Doors and LiftgateTo Lock the Doors and LiftgateTo Unlatch the Liftgate Flip-Up
WindowUsing the Panic AlarmProgramming Additional TransmittersBattery ReplacementGeneral InformationREMOTE STARTING SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED HowTo Use Remote StartDOOR LOCKS Manual Door LocksPower Door LocksChild-Protection Door Lock System
(Rear Doors)WINDOWS Power WindowsWind BuffetingLIFTGATE OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Lap/Shoulder BeltsLap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ProcedureSeat Belt PretensionersEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)Automatic Locking Mode - If Equipped
Energy Management FeatureSeat Belts and Pregnant WomenSeat Belt ExtenderDriver and Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - AirbagChild RestraintENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS SAFETY TIPS Transporting PassengersLock Your Vehicle
Exhaust GasSafety Checks You Should Make Inside The VehiclePeriodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The VehicleUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OFYOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night MirrorAutomatic Dimming Mirror - If EquippedOutside
MirrorsExterior Mirrors Folding Feature - If EquippedPower Remote Control MirrorsHeated Remote Control Mirrors - If EquippedIlluminated Vanity Mirrors - If EquippedHANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION (UConnect) - IF EQUIPPED OperationPhone Call FeaturesUConnect
System FeaturesAdvanced Phone ConnectivityThings You Should Know About Your UConnect SystemGeneral InformationSEATS Manual Front Seat AdjustmentsPower Seat - If EquippedHead RestraintsHeated Seats - If Equipped60/40 Split Folding Rear Seat with Fold
Flat FeatureDRIVER MEMORY SEAT - IF EQUIPPED Programming The Memory FeatureLinking and Unlinking the Remote Keyless (RKE) Transmitter to the MemoryFeatureMemory Position RecallEasy Entry/Exit Seat (Available with Memory Seat Only)TO OPEN AND
CLOSE THE HOOD LIGHTS Exterior and Interior Lighting ControlHeadlights and Parking LightsAutomatic Headlights - If EquippedHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Headlight Time Delay - If EquippedDaytime Running Lights (DRL) - If Equipped
Lights-On ReminderFog Lights - If EquippedTurn SignalsHighbeam/Lowbeam Select SwitchFlash to PassInterior LightsWINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSIntermittent Wiper SystemMist FeatureHeadlights with Wipers (Available with Auto Headlights Only)Rain Sensing
Wipers - If EquippedWindshield WashersAdding Washer FluidTILT STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Speed Control OperationTo ActivateTo Set At A Desired SpeedTo DeactivateTo Resume SpeedTo Vary The Speed Setting
To Accelerate For PassingREAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM - IF EQUIPPED System Usage PrecautionsEnabling and Disabling the SystemSystem OperationGARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED Programming HomeLinkGate Operator/Canadian ProgrammingUsing
HomeLinkReprogramming a Single HomeLink ButtonSecurityTroubleshooting TipsGeneral InformationPOWER SUNROOF - IF EQUIPPED Opening Sunroof - ExpressClosing Sunroof - ExpressPinch Protect FeaturePinch Protect OverrideVenting Sunroof - ExpressSunshade
OperationWind BuffetingSunroof MaintenanceIgnition Off OperationSKY SLIDER FULL LENGTH OPEN ROOF Sky Slider Usage PrecautionsPower Top ControlOpening the Sky SliderClosing the Sky SliderAnti-Pinch Protect FeatureWind BuffetingSky Slider Maintenance
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET Electrical Outlet Use With Engine OffPOWER INVERTER - If EQUIPPED CUP HOLDERS STORAGE Front Storage CompartmentConsole Storage CompartmentCARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Load FloorREAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer - If EquippedRear Window Defroster - If EquippedROOF LUGGAGE RACK - IF EQUIPPED INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) - IF EQUIPPED Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) DisplaysOil Change RequiredTrip FunctionsCompass DisplayTelephone (UConnect) - If EquippedPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION Radio Broadcast SignalsTwo Types of SignalsElectrical DisturbancesAM ReceptionFM ReceptionSALES CODE REQ - AM/FM STEREO RADIO AND 6-DISC CD/DVD CHANGER (MP3/WMA AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio
ModeOperation Instructions - (DISC MODE for CD and MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-VIDEO)Notes On Playing MP3/WMA FilesLIST Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)INFO Button (DISC Mode for MP3/WMA Play)SALES CODE RER - MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM - IF
EQUIPPED Operating Instructions - Satellite RadioOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Communication (UConnect) (If Equipped)Clock Setting ProcedureSALES CODE RES - AM/FM STEREO RADIO WITH CD PLAYER (MP3 AUX JACK) Operating Instructions - Radio
ModeOperation Instructions - CD MODE for CD and MP3 Audio PlayNotes On Playing MP3 FilesLIST Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)INFO Button (CD Mode for MP3 Play)SATELLITE RADIO (RSC) - IF EQUIPPED (RER/REQ/REN RADIOS ONLY) System Activation
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (ENS/SID)Selecting Satellite ModeSatellite AntennaReception QualityOperating Instructions - Satellite ModeOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone (If Equipped)Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment System
(VES) (If Equipped)REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS - IF EQUIPPED Right-Hand Switch FunctionsLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Radio OperationLeft-Hand Switch Functions for Media (i.e. CD) OperationCD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE CLIMATE CONTROLS
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) - If Equipped Operating TipsSTARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Automatic TransmissionManual Transmission - If EquippedNormal StartingExtreme Cold Weather
(below -20 degrees F or -29 degrees C)If Engine Fails to StartAfter StartingENGINE BLOCK HEATER - IF EQUIPPED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Shift Lock Manual Override - If EquippedBrake/Transmission Interlock System4-Speed Automatic TransmissionMANUAL
TRANSMISSION - IF EQUIPPED Clutch Interlocking Ignition System6-Speed Manual TransmissionFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION MP1522 Command-Trac Transfer Case - If EquippedMP3022 Selec-Trac II Transfer Case - If EquippedON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS When To Use 4WD Low RangeDriving Through WaterDriving In Snow, Mud and SandHill ClimbingTraction DownhillAfter Driving Off-RoadPARKING BRAKE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM POWER STEERING ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL
SYSTEM ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)TCS (Traction Control System)BAS (Brake Assist System)ERM (Electronic Roll Mitigation)TSC (Trailer Sway Control) - If EquippedHSA (Hill Start Assist)HDC (Hill Descent Control) - If EquippedESP (Electronic Stability Program)
ESP/BAS Warning Light and ESP/TCS Indicator LightTIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Tire Identification Number (TIN)Tire Loading and Tire PressureTIRES - GENERAL INFORMATION Tire PressureTire Inflation PressuresTire Pressures for High Speed
OperationRadial-Ply TiresTire SpinningTread Wear IndicatorsLife of TireReplacement TiresAlignment and BalanceTIRE CHAINS TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) - IF EQUIPPED Base System - If EquippedPremium
System - If EquippedGeneral InformationFUEL REQUIREMENTS Reformulated GasolineGasoline/Oxygenate BlendsMMT In GasolineMaterials Added to FuelFuel System CautionsCarbon Monoxide WarningsADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)Loose Fuel Filler Cap
MessageVEHICLE LOADING Certification LabelTRAILER TOWING Common Towing DefinitionsTrailer Hitch ClassificationTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)Trailer and Tongue WeightTowing RequirementsTowing TipsRECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing - 2WD ModelsTowing - 4WD ModelsWHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack LocationSpare Tire StowageSpare Tire RemovalPreparations For JackingJacking
InstructionsJUMP STARTING TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3.7L ENGINE COMPARTMENT ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM - OBD II Loose FuelFiller Cap MessageEMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
REPLACEMENT PARTS DEALER SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Engine OilEngine Oil FilterDrive Belts - Check Condition and TensionSpark PlugsEngine Air Cleaner FilterFuel FilterCatalytic ConverterCrankcase Emission Control SystemMaintenance-Free
BatteryAir Conditioner MaintenanceA/C Air Filter - If EquippedPower Steering - Fluid CheckDriveline and Steering Component LubricationBody LubricationWindshield Wiper BladesWindshield and Rear Window WashersExhaust SystemCooling SystemHoses and
Vacuum/Vapor HarnessesFuel SystemBrake SystemClutch Hydraulic System - Manual Transmission (If Equipped)Automatic TransmissionManual Transmission - If EquippedTransfer CaseFront/Rear Axle FluidAppearance Care And Protection From CorrosionSKY SLIDER
TOP CARE WashingGeneral CleaningAdditional Cleaning ProcedureProtectionWeather Strip CareFUSES (INTEGRATED POWER MODULE) REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS BULB REPLACEMENT HeadlightFront Turn Signal and Front Side Marker LightsFront Fog Light
Rear Tail/Stop, Turn Signal, and Back-Up LightsFLUID CAPACITIES FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS EngineChassisMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Required Maintenance
IntervalsIF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The AppointmentPrepare A ListBe Reasonable With RequestsIF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles
Only) MOPAR PARTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In CanadaPUBLICATION ORDER FORMS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES TreadwearTraction GradesTemperature GradesINDEX