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Jeep 2012 Liberty User Manual

Summary of 2012 Liberty

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    Jeep.Com 12kk74-926-aa liberty first edition user guide download a free electronic copy of the owner’s manual or warranty booklet by visiting the for owners tab at: www.Jeep.Com (u.S.) or www.Jeep.Ca (canada). 2012 liberty user guide 918959_12_liberty_user_guide_051811.Indd 1 5/18/11 3:48 pm.

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    Important: this user guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The dvd enclosed contains your owner’s manual, navigation/media center manuals, warranty booklets, tire warranty and 24-hour towing assistance (new vehicles purchased in the u.S.) or roadside assis...

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    Introduction/welcome welcome from chrysler group llc . 2 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 theft alarm . . . . . . ....

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    Welcome from chrysler group llc congratulations on selecting your new chrysler group llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new chrysler group llc vehicle has characteristics ...

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    Rollover warning warning! • pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accel...

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    Driver c ockpit controls at a glance 4.

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    A. Po w er mirr ors b. Driv er's memory butt ons pg. 14 c. T urn signal/lights l e v er (behind s teering wheel) pg. 20 d . Electr onic v ehicle inf ormation c ent er (evic) displa y pg. 66 e. Ins trument clus ter pg. 6 f . W iper /w asher l e v er (behind s teering wheel) pg. 21 g. A udio s y s tem...

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    Instrument cluster warning lights - low fuel warning light - charging system light** - oil pressure warning light** - anti-lock brake (abs) light** - air bag warning light** - electronic throttle control (etc) light - tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) light - engine temperature warning light - ...

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    Indicators - turn signal indicators - high beam indicator - front fog light indicator - vehicle security indicator* - tow/haul indicator - electronic stability control (esc) off indicator - cruise indicator - 4wd indicator - 4wd low indicator - hill descent control indicator odometer messages eco - ...

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    Key fob locking and unlocking the doors/liftgate • press the lock button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the unlock button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and the liftgate. • all doors can be programmed to unlock on the f...

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    Remote start • press the remote start button x 2 twice within five seconds. Pressing the remote start button a third time shuts the engine off. • to drive the vehicle, press the unlock button, insert the key in the ignition and turn to the on/run position. • with remote start, the engine will only r...

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    Seat belt • be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull o...

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    Supplemental restraint system (srs) — air bags • this vehicle has advanced front air bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The advanced front air bags will not deploy in every type of collision. • advanced front air bags are designed to...

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    Child restraints • children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. • every state in the united states and all canadian provinces require th...

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    • tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Installing the child restraint using the vehicle seat belts • to install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child re...

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    Front seats power seats • the power seat switch, located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor, controls forward/back, up/down, and tilt adjustment. Recliner • lean forward slightly, lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired posi...

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    Manual seat adjustment forward/rearward • lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position. Lumbar support • rotate the lumbar lever, located on the inboard side of the seat, downward to increase and upward to decrease the desired amoun...

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    Caution! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat's path. Warning! • adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden...

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    Warning! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury. Heated seats front heated seats • the...

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    Tilt steering column • the tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. • with one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired. • pull upward on the lever to lock the column fi...

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    Engine break-in recommendations • a long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. • whil...

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    Turn signal/lights lever headlights/parking lights • rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights , the second detent for headlights and the third detent for auto. • when set to auto, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient light levels. Instrum...

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    Wiper/washer lever front wipers intermittent, low and high operation • rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation. Washer operation • pull the lever toward you...

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    Speed control • the speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise on/off • push the on/off switch to activate the speed control. • the cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the speed control is on. • push the on/off switch a second time to turn the system...

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    Manual climate controls air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the recirculation button off. • recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. Heated mirrors • the mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature ...

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    Air conditioning (a/c) • if the air conditioning button is pressed while in the auto mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically. Air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the air reci...

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    Warning! • to avoid injury, stand back when opening. Glass may automatically rise. • driving with the liftgate or flipper glass open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the flipper glass closed when you are operating the ...

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    Warning! • never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly 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 a collision, there is a great...

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    Wind buffeting • wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together. • if buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window. This will minimize buffet...

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    Your vehicle's sound system electronics 28.

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    Electronics 29.

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    Media center 130 (sales code res) note: • your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock setting • press and ...

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    Radio operation seek up/down buttons • press to seek through radio stations in am, fm, or sat bands. • hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store radio presets • press the “set/rnd” button once and set 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6). • a second station may be...

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    Media center 130 with satellite radio (sales code res + rsc) note: • your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the ...

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    Equalizer, balance and fade • press the “tune/scroll” control knob and bass, mid, treble, balance and fade will display. Rotate the “tune/scroll” control knob to select the desired setting. Radio operation seek up/down buttons • press to seek through radio stations in am, fm, or sat bands. • hold ei...

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    Cd/disc operation seek up/down buttons • press to seek through cd tracks. • hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. Set/rnd button (random play) • press this button while the cd is playing to activate random play. • this feature plays the selections on the cd in random order to provide...

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    Media center 230 (sales code req) note: • your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message o...

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    Equalizer, balance and fade • press the “tune/scroll” control knob and bass, mid, treble, balance and fade will display. Rotate the “tune/scroll” control knob to select the desired setting. Radio operation seek up/down buttons • press to seek through radio stations in am, fm, or sat bands. • hold ei...

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    Cd/disc operation seek up/down buttons • press to seek through cd tracks. • hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. Set/rnd button (random play) • press this button while the cd is playing to activate random play. • this feature plays the selections on the cd in random order to provide...

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    Media center 430/430n (sales code rbz/rhb) note: • your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a ...

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    Menu • press the “menu” hard-key to access the system setup menu and the my files menu. • press the “menu” hard-key in an active mode (sat, cd, aux, etc.) in order to change mode specific settings. Equalizer, balance and fade audio control menu • press the “audio” hard-key on the right side of the r...

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    Radio operation • to access radio mode, touch the “radio” hard-key on the right side of the faceplate, then touch the “am,” “fm” or “sat” soft-key at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek up/seek down • press the “seek up” or “seek down” soft-keys to seek through radio stations in am, fm, o...

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    Cd/dvd disc operation • press the “media” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “hdd,” “disc,” or “aux” media source soft-key tab. Note: your touch-screen radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is...

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    Audio jack operation • the audio jack allows a portable device, such as an mp3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. • pressing the “media” hard-key an...

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    Copying music from usb • the usb port on the radio face plate allows you to copy files to your hard drive. To access, lift up on the cover. • insert a usb device (e.G. Thumb drive or memory stick), then select “my music.” • touch the “add music files to hdd” soft-key, then touch the “from usb” soft-...

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    Playing music from the hdd • press the “media” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Touch the “hdd” soft-key tab. Touch the desired track soft-key to play or touch the “search/browse” soft-key to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from fav...

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    Main navigation menu finding points of interest • from the main navigation menu, touch “where to?,” then touch “points of interest.” • select a category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • select your destination and touch “go.” finding a place by spelling the name • from the main navigation men...

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    Following your route • your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. Adding a via point • to add a stop (via point) you must be navigating a route. • touch the “...

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    Setting your home location • from the main navigation menu, touch “where to?,” then touch “go home.” • you may enter your address directly, use your current location as your home address, or choose from recently found locations. Edit home location • from the main navigation menu, touch “where to?,” ...

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    Media center 730n (sales code rhr) note: your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on...

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    Menu • press the “menu” hard-key to access the system setup menu and the my files menu. • press the “menu” hard-key in an active mode (sat, cd, aux, etc.) in order to change mode specific settings. Equalizer, balance and fade audio control menu • press the “menu” hard-key on the right side of the ra...

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    Radio operation • to access radio mode, touch the “radio/media” hard-key on the right side of the faceplate repeatedly until am/fm/sat appears at the top of the screen, then touch the “am,” “fm” or “sat” soft-key to select the band. Seek up/seek down • press the “seek up” or “seek down” hard-keys to...

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    Cd/dvd disc operation • press the “radio/media” hard key until the media source tabs are displayed at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “hdd,” “disc,” or “aux” media source soft-key tab. Note: your touch-screen radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode wh...

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    Audio jack operation • the audio jack allows a portable device, such as an mp3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. • pressing the “radio/media” hard-...

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    Copying music from usb • the usb port on the radio face plate allows you to copy files to your hard drive. To access, lift up on the cover. • insert a usb device (e.G. Thumb drive or memory stick), then select “my files”. • touch the “my music” soft-key, then touch the “add music files” to hdd soft-...

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    • press the “menu” hard-key to access the settings menu, then touch the “my files” soft-key and then touch the “my pictures” soft-key. Touch the desired picture, then touch the “set as picture view” soft-key and then touch the “exit” soft-key. Lastly press the “menu” hard-key and then touch the “pic...

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    Navigation • your navigation system receives gps signals from up to 16 satellites to display the position of your vehicle. Map and database information is supplied through a hard disk drive. • touch the “nav” hard-key on the radio face plate to access the navigation system and the nav – main menu no...

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    Finding a place by entering the street address • from the nav main menu, touch “new destination,” then touch “street address.” note: if the wrong state and/or country displayed are incorrect, touch the corresponding soft-key to make the correction. • once the country and state are set and the street...

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    Route guidance • after starting route guidance, the system calculates the route and announces: “follow the arrows on the display.” you will receive navigation recommendations by voice messages and screen displays. Route options • after pressing the “options” soft-key in the route guidance menu, the ...

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    • once the street name has been input, touch “continue” to confirm. Enter the house number into the next screen. If more than one city has this address, you will then need to select your city from a list. • once the address is entered completely, the system shows a map of your home address area. Tou...

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    Sirius travel link (media center 730n (rhr) & media center 430n (rhb) only) • sirius travel link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle and right to your fingertips. • to access travel link, press the menu hard-key, then the travel link soft-key note: sirius travel link requires a s...

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    Steering wheel audio controls • the steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right switch • press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • press the button in the center to change modes am/fm/cd/sat. Left switch • press the switch up or ...

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    Uconnect™ phone • to determine if your vehicle is equipped with uconnect™ phone, press the “uconnect™ phone” button . If your vehicle has this feature, after a couple seconds you will hear a voice prompt. If not, you will see a message on the radio “uconnect phone not available”. • the uconnect™ pho...

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    • you will then need to start the pairing procedure on your cell phone. Follow the bluetooth® instructions in your cell phone owner's manual to complete the phone pairing setup. Phonebook phonebook download – automatic phonebook transfer from mobile phone if equipped and specifically supported by yo...

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    Making a phone call • press the “phone” button . • (after the beep), say “dial” (or “call” a name). • (after the beep), say number (or name). Receiving a call – accept (and end) • when an incoming call rings/is announced on uconnect™, press the phone button . • to end a call, press the phone button ...

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    Uconnect™ voice command • the uconnect™ voice command system allows you to control your am, fm radio, satellite radio, disc player, hdd, uconnect™ phone, a memo recorder, and supported portable media devices. • when you press the “voice command” button located on the radio faceplate or steering whee...

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    Memo mode to switch to the voice recorder mode, say “memo”. The following are common voice commands for this mode: “new memo” (to record a new memo) — during the recording, you may press the voice command button to stop recording. You proceed by saying one of the following commands: — “save” (to sav...

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    Bluetooth® streaming audio • if equipped with uconnect™ voice command, your bluetooth-equipped ipod® devices, cell phones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's speakers. Your connected device must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your media center radio (...

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    Compass calibration • this compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the evic will display “cal” until the compass is calibrated. • you may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 d...

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    Unlock on first press • to unlock either the driver's side, or all doors, on the first press of the unlock button: • press and hold the lock button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press and hold the unlock button while still holding the lock button. • release both button...

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    Universal garage door opener (homelink®) • homelink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The homelink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 volt battery. • the homelink® buttons that are loca...

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    • place the ignition switch into the on/run position. • place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the homelink® button you wish to program while keeping the homelink® indicator light in view. • simultaneously press and hold both the homelink button you want to program and the h...

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    Using homelink® • to operate, press and release the programmed homelink® button. Activation will now occur for the programmed device (i.E., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at a...

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    Power outlet • the power outlet is located on the instrument panel below the climate control and is powered when the ignition switch is in the on/run position. • the outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter. Note:...

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    Four-wheel drive operation command-trac ii® transfer case • the command-tracii® transfer case provides four positions: • two-wheel drive (2wd) high range • four-wheel drive (4wd lock) high range • four-wheel drive (4wd low) low range • neutral (n) 2wd to 4wd lock • move transfer case lever to the de...

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    • for added capability when traversing steep grades, rough terrain, or extremely poor traction surfaces, select the transfer case 4wd low position. This position locks the front driveshaft and rear driveshaft together and forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed while multiplying...

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    Cargo area features cargo load floor • the cargo load floor system has a load capacity of 400 lbs (181 kg). The load floor has a built-in storage bin that can hold a variety of items. The underside of the storage bin cover also contains a plastic-lined tray. The cover can be installed with either si...

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    Warning! • cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for a child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or a 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...

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    Tr ailer t o wing weight s (ma ximum tr ailer weight r a tings) engine/ t ransmis sion model fr ontal ar ea max. G tw (gr os s t railer w t.) t ongue w t. (see not e ) 3.7l/a ut omatic 4x2 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (907 k g) 200 lbs (91 k g) 3.7l/a ut omatic 4x4 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 2,000 lbs (...

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    Tow/haul mode • when driving in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the tow/haul button. This will improve performance and reduce the potential for transmission overheating or failure due to excessive shifting. When operating i...

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    • the parking brake must be firmly engaged and the wheels chocked during driveshaft removal and installation. The parking brake must remain engaged unless the vehicle is securely and properly connected to the tow vehicle, or the driveshaft is completely reinstalled. See your authorized dealer for pr...

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    24-hour towing assistance • dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for canadian residents. • provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • briefly describe the nature of the probl...

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    • please note that the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the tpms low tire pressure telltale. • your vehicle has also been equippe...

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    Warning! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized service center for service if your vehicle overheats. Brake - brake warning light • the brake warning light illuminates when there is either a system...

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    - oil pressure warning light • this light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns on. • we recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage...

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    Oil change indicator message • if an “oil change” message (shown as change oil) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change. Resetting the light after servicing • turn the ignition switch to the on/run position (do not start engine). • fully depress the accelerato...

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    Jacking and tire changing jack location • the scissor-type jack and tire changing tools are located in the cargo compartment behind a trim cover on the left rear trim panel. The latch is located at the bottom of the trim cover. Spare tire stowage • the spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the...

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    Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible. Avoid icy or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever into park (automatic transmission) or reverse (manual transmiss...

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    4. Locate the jack as shown. For the front tires, place it (rearward) of the notch on the body weld seam behind wheel to be changed. For the rear tires, place it under the axle by the wheel to be changed. Position the jack handle on the jack. Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is f...

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    9. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut has been tightened twice. The correct wheel nut tightness is 95 ft lb (130 n·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them ...

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    Warning! • do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on ...

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    Jump-starting • if your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. No...

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    • connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. • connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. • connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to a good engine ground (expose...

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    Warning! (continued) • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. Yo...

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    T o wing a dis abled vehicle t o wing c ondition w heels off the gr ound 2wd models 4wd models flat t o w none if tr ansmis sion is oper able: • t ransmis sion in neutral • 30 mph max speed (48 km/h) • 15 miles (24 km) max dis tanc e • t ransmis sion in p ark • t ransf er case in neutral •t o w in f...

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    Freeing a stuck vehicle • if your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between reverse and drive. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to...

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    Event data recorder (edr) • this vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems pe...

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    Opening the hood • pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. • raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. • move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. • insert the support rod into the slot on ...

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    Engine c omp artment 3.7l engine maintaining your vehicle 97.

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    Fluids and capacities component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine coolant 3.7l mopar® antifreeze/ coolant five year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid organic additive technology) or equivalent. 14 quarts (13.3 liters) includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to max level....

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    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities brake master cylinder mopar® dot 3 and sae j1703 should be used or equivalent. If dot 3 is not available, then dot 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids. — power steering reservoir mopar® power steering fluid +4 or mopar® atf+4® aut...

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    Maintenance chart miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000 or months: 61 2 18 2 4 3 0 3 6 4 2 4 8 5 4 6 0 6 6 7 2 7 8 or kilomet ers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 change the e...

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    Miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000 or months: 61 2 18 2 4 3 0 3 6 4 2 4 8 5 4 6 0 6 6 7 2 7 8 or kilomet ers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 inspect fr ont suspension, tie...

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    Maintenance record odometer date signature, authorized service center 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 6 months 16,000 miles (26,000 km) or 12 months 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 18 months 32,000 miles (52,000 km) or 24 months 40,000 miles (65,000 km) or 30 months 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 36 months 56,0...

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    Fuses integrated power module (fuses) • the integrated power module is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays. Maintaining your vehicle 103.

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    Cavity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description j1 – – j2 30 amp pink transfer case module j3 – – j4 25 amp natural driver door node j5 25 amp natural passenger door node j6 40 amp green anti-lock brake system (abs) pump/esp j7 30 amp pink anti-lock brake system (abs) valve/esp j8 40 amp green power mem...

  • Page 107

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description m10 15 amp blue ignition off draw — vehicle entertainment system (iod-ves), satellite digital audio receiver (sdars), dvd, hands-free module (hfm), radio, antenna (ant), universal garage door opener (ugdo), vanity lamp (vanity lp) m11 10 amp red (ignition ...

  • Page 108

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description m21 20 amp yellow auto shut down (asd #3) m22 10 amp red right horn (rt horn (hi/low) m23 10 amp red left horn (lt horn (hi/low) m24 25 amp natural rear wiper (rear wiper) m25 20 amp yellow fuel pump (fuel pump), diesel lift pump (dsl lift pump) — export o...

  • Page 109

    Caution! • when installing the integrated power module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the integrated power module and possibly result in a electrical system failure. • when replacing a blown fuse, it i...

  • Page 110

    Warning! (continued) • improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”. Over- inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chu...

  • Page 111

    Chrysler group llc customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1–877–426–5337 chrysler canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1–800–465–2001 (english) phone: 1–800–387–9983 (french) assistance for the hearing impaired • to assist customers w...

  • Page 112

    Note: • the owner's manual and user guide electronic files are also available on the chrysler, jeep, ram truck and dodge websites. • click on the "for owners" tab, select "owner/service manuals", then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop-down lists. Reporting safety defects in th...

  • Page 113

    Authentic accessories by mopar® • the following highlights just some of the many authentic jeep accessories by mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your jeep liberty. • in choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extr...

  • Page 114

    Air conditioning . . . . . . . . . 23,24 airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 airbag light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 alarm, panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 anti-lock brake system (abs) . 83 arming theft system (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 audio settings . . ...

  • Page 115

    Heated mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 23,24 heated seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 high beam/low beam select (dimmer) switch . . . . . . . . . . 20 homelink® (garage door opener) transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 hood release . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 116

    Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 folding front passenger . . . . . 15 heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 rear fold...

  • Page 117

    Frequently asked questions getting started • how do i install my latch equipped child seat? Pg. 12 • how do i program my front seat memory? Pg. 14 electronics • which radio is in my vehicle? Pg. 30, 32, 35, 38, 48 • how do i activate the audio jack? Pg. 31, 34, 37, 42, 52 • how do i set the clock on...

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  • Page 123: Important:

    Important: this user guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The dvd enclosed contains your owner’s manual, navigation/media center manuals, warranty booklets, tire warranty and 24-hour towing assistance (new vehicles purchased in the u.S.) or roadside assis...

  • Page 124

    Jeep.Com 12kk74-926-aa liberty first edition user guide download a free electronic copy of the owner’s manual or warranty booklet by visiting the for owners tab at: www.Jeep.Com (u.S.) or www.Jeep.Ca (canada). 2012 liberty user guide 918959_12_liberty_user_guide_051811.Indd 1 5/18/11 3:48 pm.