gas JEEP LIBERTY 2011 KK / 2.G Owner's Guide

WARNING! (Continued)
•A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials might
be grass or leaves coming into contact with your
exhaust system. Do not park or operate your ve-
hicle in areas where your exhaust system can
contact anything that can burn.
CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con-
trol device and may seriously reduce engine per-
formance and cause serious damage to the engine.(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
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•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory cooling performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when
performing under hood services or immediately if the
“Brake Warning Light” is illuminated.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. With disc brakes, fluid level can be
expected to fall as the brake pads wear. Brake fluid level
should be checked when pads are replaced. However,
low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup
may be needed.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Bulbs, Light.......................... 91,484
Calibration, Compass ..................... 242
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 487
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 393
Oil (Engine) ........................ 449
Power Steering ...................... 339
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............. 461
Car Washes ............................ 473
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............88,392
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 395
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 208
Cargo Area Features ...................... 204
Cargo Compartment ...................... 204
Light ............................. 164
Cargo Light ............................ 164
Cargo Load Floor ........................ 204
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 206 Cellular Phone
....................... 103,295
Certification Label ....................... 395
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 423
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 358
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............222,445
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 87
Checks, Safety ........................... 87
Child Restraint .................... 77,78,82,84
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .............81,82
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 389
Cleaning Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 455
Climate Control ......................... 295
Clock ........................... 250,269,279
Coin Holder ........................... 203
Cold Weather Operation ................... 314
Command-Trac Operation .................. 321
520 INDEX

Coolant (Antifreeze)................ 458,488
Cooling ........................... 458
Exhaust Gas Caution ................88,392
Fails to Start ........................ 314
Flooded, Starting ..................... 314
Fuel Requirements .................... 388
Jump Starting ....................... 430
Oil ......................... 448,487,488
Oil Change Interval .............232,239,448
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 449
Oil Filter ........................... 450
Oil Filter Disposal .................... 450
Oil Selection ..................... 449,487
Oil Synthetic ........................ 450
Overheating ........................ 422
Starting ........................... 313
Temperature Gauge ................... 227
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... 449 Engine Oil Viscosity Chart
................. 449
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 73
Entry System, Illuminated .................. 20
Ethanol ............................... 389
Event Data Recorder ...................... 76
Exhaust Gas Caution ................... 88,392
Exhaust System ....................... 88,456
Exterior Finish Care ...................... 473
Exterior Lights .......................... 91
Fabric Care ............................ 475
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 450
Air Conditioning .................. 306,454
Engine Oil ....................... 450,488
Engine Oil Disposal ................... 450
Finish Care ............................ 473
Flash-To-Pass ........................... 162
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INDEX 523

FlashersHazard Warning ..................... 422
Turn Signal .............. 91,162,223,485,486
Flipper Glass, Liftgate ..................... 40
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 314
Floor Console .......................... 203
Fluid Capacities ......................... 487
Fluid Leaks ............................. 91
Fluid Level Checks .................... 468,469
Automatic Transmission ................ 466
Brake ............................. 464
Cooling System ...................... 458
Engine Oil ......................... 448
Power Steering ...................... 339
Fluid, Brake ........................... 489
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 488
Fog Light Service ........................ 485
Fog Lights .................... 158,161,223,485
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 149 Four Wheel Drive
Shifting ................... 321,324,327,330
Systems ........................ 321,327
Four Wheel Drive Operation ................ 321
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 434
Front Axle (Differential) ................... 469
Fuel ................................. 388
Additives .......................... 391
Clean Air .......................... 389
Ethanol ........................... 389
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................. 393
Gasoline ........................... 388
Gauge ............................ 220
Materials Added ..................... 391
Methanol .......................... 389
Octane Rating .................... 388,488
Requirements ....................... 388
Specifications ....................... 488
Tank Capacity ....................... 487
524 INDEX

Fuses................................ 478
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ........... 183
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............393,394,444
Gas Gauge (Fuel Gauge) ................... 220
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 388
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 389
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 389
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 227
Fuel .............................. 220
Odometer .......................... 230
Speedometer ........................ 223
Tachometer ......................... 225
Gear Ranges ........................... 317
Gear Select Lever Override ................. 435
General Information ...............17,26,133,388
General Maintenance ..................... 447
Glass Cleaning .......................... 476 Gross Axle Weight Rating
...............395,398
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............395,397
GVWR ............................... 395
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) ............. 103
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water ...................... 333
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 422
Head Restraints ......................... 145
Head Rests ............................ 145
Headlights ............................ 158
Automatic ......................... 159
Bulb Replacement .................... 484
Cleaning ........................... 476
Delay ............................. 160
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 162
Lights On Reminder .................. 161
On With Wipers ................... 160,170
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INDEX 525

Jack Location........................... 424
Jack Operation ....................... 423,426
Jacking Instructions ...................... 426
Jump Starting .......................... 430
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 162
Lane Change Assist ...................... 162
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 44
LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) .....81,82
Latches ................................ 91
Hood ............................. 156 Lead Free Gasoline
...................... 388
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 91
Life of Tires ............................ 373
Liftgate ................................ 39
Liftgate Flipper Glass ...................... 40
Light Bulbs .......................... 91,484
Lights .............................. 91,158
Airbag ...................... 66,75,89,235
Anti-Lock .......................... 225
Automatic Headlights ................. 159
Back-Up ........................... 486
Battery Saver ....................... 164
Brake Assist Warning .................. 356
Brake Warning ...................... 233
Bulb Replacement .................... 484
Cargo ............................. 164
Cruise ............................ 232
Daytime Running .................... 161
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...........158,162
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INDEX 527

Vanity............................ 102
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 378
Mopar Parts ......................... 446,512
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 389
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 158
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 87
Occupant Restraints ....................... 41
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ................. 63
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ............388,488
Odometer Trip .............................. 229
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road) ............ 333
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement) ............ 333
Oil Change Indicator .................. 232,239
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..............232,239
Oil Filter, Change ........................ 450 Oil, Engine
......................... 448,488
Capacity ........................... 487
Change Interval ................ 232,239,448
Checking .......................... 448
Dipstick ........................... 448
Disposal ........................... 450
Filter .......................... 450,488
Filter Disposal ....................... 450
Identification Logo ................... 449
Materials Added to ................... 450
Recommendation .................. 449,487
Synthetic .......................... 450
Viscosity ........................ 449,487
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............444,445
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 183
Operating Precautions .................... 444
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 5
Outside Rearview Mirrors .................. 101
Overdrive .......................... 232,319
530 INDEX

Radio Operation........................ 295
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ................ 168
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 469
Rear Park Sense System ................... 175
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 149
Rear Window Defroster ................... 211
Rear Window Features .................... 210
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 210
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 99
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 143
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 76
Recreational Towing ...................... 413
Shifting into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ..... 416
Shifting out of Transfer Case Neutral (N) .... 418
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 389
Refrigerant ............................ 454
Release, Hood .......................... 156
Reminder, Lights On ..................... 161
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 56 Remote Control
Starting System ....................... 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 293
Remote Starting System .................... 27
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 484
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 446
Replacement Tires ....................... 374
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 512
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ...........232,239
Restraint, Head ......................... 145
Restraints, Child ......................... 77
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 41
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ............... 208
Roll Over Warning ........................ 4
Roof Sky Slider Power .................. 193,470
Roof Type Carrier ....................... 212
532 INDEX

Rotation, Tires.......................... 377
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 89
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 91
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 512
Safety Information, Tire ................... 357
Safety Tips ............................. 87
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 88
Satellite Radio Antenna .................265,290
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 492
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 477
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 56
Seat Belts ............................ 44,89
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ...... 49
And Pregnant Women .................. 58
Child Restraint ..................... 77,84
Extender ........................... 58
Front Seat .......................... 44
Inspection .......................... 89 Pretensioners
........................ 50
Reminder .......................... 232
Shoulder Belt Anchorage ................ 49
Untwisting Procedure .................. 50
Seats ................................. 138
Adjustment ......................... 138
Easy Entry ......................... 154
Head Restraints ...................... 145
Heated ............................ 140
Height Adjustment ................... 139
Lumbar Support ..................... 144
Memory ........................... 151
Power ............................ 139
Rear Folding ........................ 149
Reclining .......................... 143
Seatback Release ..................... 149
Tilting ............................ 139
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............18,234
Selec-Trac Operation ...................... 327
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INDEX 533