Warning JEEP LIBERTY 2010 KK / 2.G Manual PDF

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located between the sun
visors on the overhead console.WARNING!
•Never leave unattended children in a vehicle with
the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particu-
larly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the power
sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in
serious injury or death.
•In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
•Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Power Sunroof Switch
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the Sky Slider™ vehicle contents, and the vehicle
interior:
•Never attempt to open or close the Sky Slider™
when it is frozen. Wait until the Sky Slider™ is
thawed before operating.
•Opening the Sky Slider™ when damp, wet, or
dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to the
soft-top material and the inside of your vehicle.
Make sure the Sky Slider™ is dry before opening.
•Always close the Sky Slider™ when leaving your
vehicle, damage to the vehicle interior can occur.(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Sky Slider™ open for several
weeks at a time. Close it occasionally to prevent
discoloration in the folds of the fabric and to allow
the creases to smooth out. This is especially im-
portant if the Sky Slider™ was opened when not
completely dry.
WARNING!
Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries
that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and
others around you:
•In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with the Sky Slider™ open.
Always fasten your seat belt properly and make
sure all passengers are properly secured too.(Continued)
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Before operating the Sky Slider™ make sure that
no moving parts of the Sky Slider™ can injure a
person or animal.
•Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near
the Sky Slider™ components or the roof area
while operating the Sky Slider™.
•If potential danger exists while opening or closing
the Sky Slider™ in Automatic Mode, press and
release the switch immediately to interrupt the
operation.
•If potential danger exists while opening or closing
the Sky Slider™ in Operator Mode, release the
switch immediately to interrupt the operation.
•Do not allow small children to operate the Sky
Slider™.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Never leave children in a vehicle, with the key in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the Sky
Slider™ while operating the Sky Slider™ switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or
death.
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completely. The left motor facing forward will close the
top when it is open from the rear of the vehicle. The right
motor will close the top when it is open from the front of
the vehicle.
Anti-Pinch Protect Feature
The Sky Slider™ will retract automatically if it detects an
obstruction while closing. If this occurs, remove the
obstruction and use the switch again to close the Sky
Slider™.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the Sky
Slider™ is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects
from the Sky Slider™ before closing.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the Sky Slider™ in certain open or
partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and
can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, then open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the Sky Slider™ open, adjust the Sky Slider™
opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sky Slider™ Maintenance
Refer to “Sky Slider™ Top Care” under “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” in Section 7 of this manual.
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ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET
Your vehicle is equipped with a fused 12 Volt (DC) power
outlet. This power outlet is located on the instrument
panel, below the climate controls. It has power available
when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position.Insert the cigar lighter or accessory plug into the outlet
for use to ensure proper operation.
NOTE:
•To ensure proper operation a MOPAR
knob and
element must be used.
•Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13
Amps) at 12 Volts.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Only devices designed for use in this type of
outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
•Do not touch with wet hands.
•Close the lid when not in use and while driving
the vehicle.
•If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.Front Power Outlet
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1. Flip the spring-loaded latch pull-loops up.
2. Pull the loops upward and twist them one-quarter
turn so that they are parallel to the slots in the storage bin
cover.
3. Lift the cover upward over the loops.4. Turn over the cover and reinstall it.
NOTE:
You can install the cover with either side facing
upward.
5. With the cover seated in the floor, pull upward on
loops and twist them one-quarter turn so that they are no
longer parallel to the slots in the cover.
6. Flip the loops down.
WARNING!
A loose storage bin cover thrown forward in a colli-
sion or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the
vehicle. Always latch the storage bin cover to the
cargo load floor with the spring-loaded latches when
not accessing the storage bin.
Cargo Load Floor Loops
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WARNING!
•Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child
seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision, a
tie-down could pull loose and allow the child seat
to come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use
only the anchors provided for child seat tethers.
•To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The
rear cargo space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers, who should sit
in seats and use seat belts.
WARNING!
The weight and position of cargo and passengers can
change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle
handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in per-
sonal injury, follow these guidelines for loading your
vehicle:
•Do not carry loads that exceed the load limits
described on the label attached to the left door or
left door center pillar.
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as
possible.
•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed
weight over or behind the rear axle can cause the
vehicle to sway.(Continued)
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of
the seatback. This could impair visibility or become
a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or collision.
Retractable Cargo Area Cover — If Equipped
NOTE:The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to
secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting or
protect passengers from loose cargo.
The removable retractable cargo area cover mounts in the
cargo area behind the top of the rear seats.
The cover, when extended, covers the cargo area to keep
items out of sight. Notches in the trim panels near the
liftgate opening secure the extended cover in place.
The cover rolls away neatly inside its housing when not
in use. You can also remove the cover from the vehicle to
make more room in the cargo area. To install the cover, position it in the vehicle so that the
flat side of the housing faces upward. Then, insert either
the left or the right spring-loaded post (located on the
ends of the cover housing) into either of the left or the
right attachment points shown.
Installing Retractable Cargo Area Cover
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WARNING!
In an accident, a cargo cover loose in the vehicle
could cause injury. It could fly around in a sudden
stop and strike someone in the vehicle. Do not store
the cargo cover on the cargo floor or in the passenger
compartment. Remove the cover from the vehicle
when taken from its mounting. Do not store in the
vehicle.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper/washer is controlled by a rotary switch
located on the control lever. The control lever is located
on the right side of the steering column.Rotate the switch upward to the “On” position to
activate the rear wiper.
NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent mode
only.
Rear Wiper/Washer Control
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WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied down before driving
your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack
cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
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