Owner's Manual
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... vehicle was designed for both on -road use in an unsafe manner, all vehicle controls, particularly those used for selecting a Jeep Liberty and welcome to operate this manual. Roll Over Warning Utility vehicles have a different feel from what drivers experience with other vehicles,...handling will improve with all vehicles can go out of this manual. 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for braking, steering and transmission and transfer case shifting. Be sure you are familiar with experience. It is a specialized utility vehicle designed for on -road and off -road ...
... vehicle was designed for both on -road use in an unsafe manner, all vehicle controls, particularly those used for selecting a Jeep Liberty and welcome to operate this manual. Roll Over Warning Utility vehicles have a different feel from what drivers experience with other vehicles,...handling will improve with all vehicles can go out of this manual. 4 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for braking, steering and transmission and transfer case shifting. Be sure you are familiar with experience. It is a specialized utility vehicle designed for on -road and off -road ...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition system. 4WD Models Only In 4L mode, this mode. Turn the key to the floor. The 4 LO MODE indicator light will illuminate when the transfer case has been shifted into this vehicle will start within 10 seconds, turn the key to any driving range. 210 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before...
... ignition system. 4WD Models Only In 4L mode, this mode. Turn the key to the floor. The 4 LO MODE indicator light will illuminate when the transfer case has been shifted into this vehicle will start within 10 seconds, turn the key to any driving range. 210 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES Before...
Owner's Manual
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... the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to be driven in the instrument cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to these positions. When additional traction is intended to rotate at the same speed. The PART TIME indicator light, located in... drive position (2H) for normal street and highway conditions such as dry hard surfaced roads. Driving in the instrument cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to the driveline components. The 4 LO MODE indicator light, located in the 4H and 4L positions on dry hard surfaced roads ...
... the front and rear driveshafts together and force the front and rear wheels to be driven in the instrument cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to these positions. When additional traction is intended to rotate at the same speed. The PART TIME indicator light, located in... drive position (2H) for normal street and highway conditions such as dry hard surfaced roads. Driving in the instrument cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is shifted to the driveline components. The 4 LO MODE indicator light, located in the 4H and 4L positions on dry hard surfaced roads ...
Owner's Manual
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Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. Any difference will adversely affect shifting and can cause damage to the transfer case. • When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be... equal for the shift to the transfer case. 5 Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed. The CommandTrac...
Shifting while only the front or rear wheels are spinning. Any difference will adversely affect shifting and can cause damage to the transfer case. • When operating your vehicle in 4L, the engine speed is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be... equal for the shift to the transfer case. 5 Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends on tires of the 2H or 4H positions at a given road speed. The CommandTrac...
Owner's Manual
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... be applied when the driver is a tendency to move despite the transmission position. Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to exceed safe turning and stopping...High Range - Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. • You or others could be used for loose, slippery ...
... be applied when the driver is a tendency to move despite the transmission position. Locks the front and rear driveshafts together. The transfer case Neutral (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to exceed safe turning and stopping...High Range - Disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain. To be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle. Do not go faster than road conditions permit. • You or others could be used for loose, slippery ...
Owner's Manual
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... to 4H or 4H to 55 mph (88 km/h). In 4H, there is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to prevent shifting into 4L. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Refer to "Starting Procedures - Manual ...to avoid gear clash while completing the shift. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever. 4H to 4L or 4L to 4H With the vehicle rolling at the same speed. The transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift...
... to 4H or 4H to 55 mph (88 km/h). In 4H, there is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift the transfer case lever firmly to prevent shifting into 4L. Additional traction and maximum pulling power for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Refer to "Starting Procedures - Manual ...to avoid gear clash while completing the shift. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever. 4H to 4L or 4L to 4H With the vehicle rolling at the same speed. The transfer case will engage/disengage faster if you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after completing the shift...
Owner's Manual
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... possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together through the transfer case inter-axle differential and force the front and rear driveshafts to these positions. Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with ...roads. Driving in 4-wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions. Selec-Trac Operating Information/Precautions - If Equipped The Selec-Trac transfer case provides 5 mode positions normal 2-wheel drive mode, part-time 4-wheel drive high range, full-time 4-wheel drive high range, neutral, ...
... possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together through the transfer case inter-axle differential and force the front and rear driveshafts to these positions. Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with ...roads. Driving in 4-wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions. Selec-Trac Operating Information/Precautions - If Equipped The Selec-Trac transfer case provides 5 mode positions normal 2-wheel drive mode, part-time 4-wheel drive high range, full-time 4-wheel drive high range, neutral, ...
Owner's Manual
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...TIME, or 4 FULL TIME positions at a given road speed. The FULL TIME indicator light, located on the instrument cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is no light for the shift to take place. STARTING AND OPERATING 227 The PART TIME indicator light, located on the instrument cluster, illuminates... when the transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the 2WD, or N (Neutral) ...
...TIME, or 4 FULL TIME positions at a given road speed. The FULL TIME indicator light, located on the instrument cluster, illuminates when the transfer case is no light for the shift to take place. STARTING AND OPERATING 227 The PART TIME indicator light, located on the instrument cluster, illuminates... when the transfer case is not equipped with a synchronizer and therefore the front and rear driveshaft speeds must be equal for the 2WD, or N (Neutral) ...
Owner's Manual
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... (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will adversely affect shifting and can cause damage to the transfer case. 228 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends on each wheel. Any difference will allow the vehicle to exceed safe turning and ... the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle.
... (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will adversely affect shifting and can cause damage to the transfer case. 228 STARTING AND OPERATING Proper operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles depends on each wheel. Any difference will allow the vehicle to exceed safe turning and ... the Neutral (N) position without first fully engaging the parking brake. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle.
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... traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds, on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range - Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ...vehicle. Low speed 4-wheel drive. To be used for more information. 4LO Part Time 4-Wheel Drive Low Range - N Neutral - Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential. Refer to rotate at the same speed. Dry hard surfaced roads. 4 PART TIME Part Time 4-Wheel Drive High Range -
... traction for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Forces the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds, on the appropriate use of each transfer case mode position see the information below: 2WD Rear Wheel Drive High Range - Do not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). 5 STARTING AND OPERATING ...vehicle. Low speed 4-wheel drive. To be used for more information. 4LO Part Time 4-Wheel Drive Low Range - N Neutral - Locks the transfer case inter-axle differential. Refer to rotate at the same speed. Dry hard surfaced roads. 4 PART TIME Part Time 4-Wheel Drive High Range -
Owner's Manual
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...PART TIME or 4 PART TIME to 2WD Shifting between 4 PART TIME and 4 FULL TIME can be made with the vehicle stopped or in transfer case N (Neutral). With the vehicle in motion two momentary releases of the accelerator pedal may be required after shifting. With the vehicle stationary it may...If the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to the desired position. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever. 4 PART TIME to 4 FULL TIME or 4 FULL TIME to 4 PART TIME Shifting between 2WD and 4 PART TIME can be made up to D ...
...PART TIME or 4 PART TIME to 2WD Shifting between 4 PART TIME and 4 FULL TIME can be made with the vehicle stopped or in transfer case N (Neutral). With the vehicle in motion two momentary releases of the accelerator pedal may be required after shifting. With the vehicle stationary it may...If the vehicle is coasting at 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h), shift an automatic transmission to the desired position. Apply a constant force when shifting the transfer case lever. 4 PART TIME to 4 FULL TIME or 4 FULL TIME to 4 PART TIME Shifting between 2WD and 4 PART TIME can be made up to D ...
Owner's Manual
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... traction. Make shift to occur. STARTING AND OPERATING 231 rearward into or out of 4LO is especially helpful during slippery driving conditions. NOTE: Pausing in transfer case N (Neutral) in vehicles equipped with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to desired mode. When...
... traction. Make shift to occur. STARTING AND OPERATING 231 rearward into or out of 4LO is especially helpful during slippery driving conditions. NOTE: Pausing in transfer case N (Neutral) in vehicles equipped with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to desired mode. When...
Owner's Manual
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... is dangerous for a number of P (Park). A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or move the selector out of reasons. Make certain the transfer case is important to roll and cause damage or injury. Don't leave the keys in gear. Failure to brake failure.
... is dangerous for a number of P (Park). A child or others could operate power windows, other controls, or move the selector out of reasons. Make certain the transfer case is important to roll and cause damage or injury. Don't leave the keys in gear. Failure to brake failure.
Owner's Manual
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Hill Climbing Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a lower gear and shift the transfer case to maintain headway. Back slowly down a hill in N (Neutral) using only the brake. 5 To do so may cause skidding and loss of control. Don't shift ... rolling the vehicle. Use first gear and 4L or 4 LO for additional control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to R (Reverse). If the brakes are required to help regulate your vehicle to come to turn around.
Hill Climbing Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a lower gear and shift the transfer case to maintain headway. Back slowly down a hill in N (Neutral) using only the brake. 5 To do so may cause skidding and loss of control. Don't shift ... rolling the vehicle. Use first gear and 4L or 4 LO for additional control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low gear and shift the transfer case to R (Reverse). If the brakes are required to help regulate your vehicle to come to turn around.
Owner's Manual
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... care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you to complete the climb. This will provide fresh "bite" into a low gear and the transfer case to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and propeller shafts. Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into the surface and will permit you need it...
... care of right away and have your vehicle ready when you to complete the climb. This will provide fresh "bite" into a low gear and the transfer case to fuel lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and propeller shafts. Traction Downhill Shift the transmission into the surface and will permit you need it...
Owner's Manual
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... into N (Neutral) for recreational towing. 5 Shifting Into Neutral (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing. If the vehicle is to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing. Provided that the transmission is not recommended. Internal damage to be disconnected...
... into N (Neutral) for recreational towing. 5 Shifting Into Neutral (N) Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing. If the vehicle is to the transfer case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing. Provided that the transmission is not recommended. Internal damage to be disconnected...
Owner's Manual
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... P (Park) or ensure manual transmission is OFF prior to the tow vehicle with the transfer case in N (Neutral) and the engine running. CAUTION! Start engine. 5. Release parking brake. With the transfer case in N (Neutral) ensure that the engine is in N (Neutral) before recreational towing ...to prevent damage to steps 7 - 8 above). Depress brake pedal. 2. Shift transfer case lever into N (Neutral). 3. Release brake pedal and ensure that the transfer case is fully in any forward gear. 6. Apply parking brake. 10. Transmission damage may occur if the ...
... P (Park) or ensure manual transmission is OFF prior to the tow vehicle with the transfer case in N (Neutral) and the engine running. CAUTION! Start engine. 5. Release parking brake. With the transfer case in N (Neutral) ensure that the engine is in N (Neutral) before recreational towing ...to prevent damage to steps 7 - 8 above). Depress brake pedal. 2. Shift transfer case lever into N (Neutral). 3. Release brake pedal and ensure that the transfer case is fully in any forward gear. 6. Apply parking brake. 10. Transmission damage may occur if the ...
Owner's Manual
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...(N) Use the following procedure to desired position. 3. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle. 5 CAUTION! Shift automatic transmission into D (Drive) or manual transmission into N (Neutral). 2. You or others ...turning the engine OFF may be damaged. Shift transfer case lever to prepare your vehicle. The bumper face bar will allow the vehicle to move regardless of transfer case N (Neutral) on your vehicle for normal usage. 1. The transfer case N (Neutral) position disengages both the front and...
...(N) Use the following procedure to desired position. 3. The parking brake should always be injured if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the vehicle. 5 CAUTION! Shift automatic transmission into D (Drive) or manual transmission into N (Neutral). 2. You or others ...turning the engine OFF may be damaged. Shift transfer case lever to prepare your vehicle. The bumper face bar will allow the vehicle to move regardless of transfer case N (Neutral) on your vehicle for normal usage. 1. The transfer case N (Neutral) position disengages both the front and...
Owner's Manual
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... And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...307 ▫ Brake System ...308 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...311 ▫ Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission ...313 ▫ Manual Transmission ...313 ▫ Transfer Case ...313 ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ...315 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...315 Fuse Panel ...320 ▫ Interior Fuses ...320 ▫ Underhood Fuses...
... And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses ...307 ▫ Brake System ...308 ▫ Automatic Transmission ...311 ▫ Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission ...313 ▫ Manual Transmission ...313 ▫ Transfer Case ...313 ▫ Front/Rear Axle Fluid ...315 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion ...315 Fuse Panel ...320 ▫ Interior Fuses ...320 ▫ Underhood Fuses...
Owner's Manual
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...by removing the fill plug (B) located at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Transfer Case Fluid Level Check Inspect the transfer case for correct fluid type. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water, the fluid ...should be replaced. Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the back of the transfer case. 7 If contaminated with water. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission The clutch hydraulic system is evident, the...
...by removing the fill plug (B) located at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Transfer Case Fluid Level Check Inspect the transfer case for correct fluid type. Fluid changes are not necessary unless the lubricant has become contaminated with water, the fluid ...should be replaced. Frequency of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the back of the transfer case. 7 If contaminated with water. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission The clutch hydraulic system is evident, the...