Table Of Contents - Jeep 2006 Liberty Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Introduction1
Roll Over Warning4
Roll Over Warning Label5
How To Use This Manual6
Warnings And Cautions6
Vehicle Identification Number7
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations8
Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle9
A Word About Your Keys12
Ignition Key12
Ignition Key Positions12
Ignition Key Release Button13
Sentry Key Immobilizer System14
Key-In-Ignition Reminder14
Important Note About Service15
Replacement Keys15
Customer Key Programming16
General Information16
Steering Wheel Lock - If Equipped17
Illuminated Entry17
To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel17
To Release The Steering Wheel Lock17
Doors And Door Locks18
Door Open Display18
Manual Door Locks19
Door Lock Plunger19
Power Door Locks20
Power Door Lock Switch20
Automatic Door Locks - If Equipped21
Child Protection Locks21
Remote Keyless Entry22
Child Lock Control22
Four Button Transmitter22
To Unlock The Doors23
To Lock The Doors23
Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 2323
To Unlatch The Swing Gate Flip-Up Window24
Panic Alarm25
To Use The Panic Alarm25
To Program Additional Transmitters25
Transmitter Battery Service27
Security Alarm System - If Equipped27
Separating Transmitter27
To Set The Alarm28
To Disarm The System28
Rear Swing Gate29
Swing Gate Release Handle29
Gate Open Display30
Glass Open Display31
Power Windows32
Power Window Switches33
Auto Down Feature — If Equipped33
Rear Passenger Window Switches34
Wind Buffeting34
Occupant Restraints34
Rear Power Window Switches34
Lap/Shoulder Belts36
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions37
Latch Plate37
Latch Plate To Buckle38
Removing Slack From Belt39
Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractor Lock-Out41
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage41
Automatic Locking Mode - If Equipped42
Adjusting Upper Shoulder Belt42
Energy Management Feature43
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode43
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode43
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode43
Seat Belt Pretensioners44
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (Beltalert)45
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women46
Seat Belt Extender46
Driver And Front Passenger Supplemental Restraint Systems (Srs) - Airbags47
Front Airbag Components47
Window Airbag Location48
Airbag System Components51
How The Airbag System Works52
Indicator Light Location55
If A Deployment Occurs58
Enhanced Accident Response System (E.a.r.s.)60
Maintaining Your Airbag System60
Airbag Warning Light61
Child Restraint61
Infants And Small Children62
Latch — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors And Tether For Children)65
Installing The Latch-Compatible Child Restraint System66
Latch Anchorages67
Tether Strap Mounting67
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt69
Children Too Large For Booster Seats70
Engine Break-In Recommendations71
Transporting Pets71
Safety Tips72
Exhaust Gas72
72 Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle72
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle73
Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle73
Fluid Leaks74
Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle75
Inside Day/Night Mirror79
Adjusting Rear View Mirror79
Inside Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped80
Outside Mirrors80
Power Remote Control Outside Mirrors - If Equipped81
Power Mirror Switches81
Heated Remote Control Mirrors - If Equipped82
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - If Equipped82
Sun Visor Extension — If Equipped82
Lighted Vanity Mirror82
Hands-Free Communication (Uconnect™) - If Equipped83
Uconnect™ Switches84
Operations84
Help Command85
Cancel Command86
Pair (Link) Uconnect™ System To A Cellular Phone86
Dial By Saying A Number87
Call By Saying A Name88
Add Names To Your Uconnect™ Phonebook88
Edit Entries In The Uconnect™ Phonebook89
Delete Entries In The Uconnect™ Phonebook90
Phone Call Features91
Delete All Entries In The Uconnect™ Phonebook91
List All Names In The Uconnect™ Phonebook91
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call - No Call Currently In Progress92
Answer Or Reject An Incoming Call - Call Currently In Progress92
Making A Second Call While Current Call In Progress92
Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold92
Conference Call93
Three-Way Calling93
Redial93
Call Continuation93
Uconnect™ System Features94
Language Selection94
Emergency Assistance94
Towing Assistance95
Paging96
Voice Mail Calling96
Working With Automated Systems96
Barge In - Overriding Prompts96
Turning Confirmation Prompts On/Off97
Phone And Network Status Indicators97
Dialing Using The Cellular Phone Keypad97
Mute/Un-Mute (Mute Off)98
Information Service98
Advanced Phone Connectivity98
Transfer Call To And From Cellular Phone98
List Paired Cellular Phone Names99
Select Another Cellular Phone99
Delete Uconnect™ Paired Cellular Phones100
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect™ System100
Voice Recognition (Vr)100
Far End Audio Performance101
Bluetooth Communication Link102
Power-Up102
Voice Command Tree103
Voice Tree - Phonebook104
Voice Tree - Setup105
Front Seat (Manual) Adjustment106
Front Seat Adjustment - Recline107
Recline Control Lever107
Head Restraints108
Adjustable Head Restraints108
Power Seat Adjuster - If Equipped109
6–Way Power Seat With Manual Recliner109
Power Seat Switches109
Heated Seats - If Equipped110
Heated Seat Switches110
65/35 Split Folding Rear Seat111
To Fold The 65/35 Rear Seat, Perform The Following Steps112
Rear Seat Release112
To Restore The 65/35 Rear Seat To The Upright Position Perform The Following Steps113
To Open And Close The Hood114
Hood Release Lever114
Underhood Safety Latch114
Interior Lights115
Rear Cargo Light (If Equipped)115
Dimmer Control115
Daytime Brightness Feature116
Front Map/Reading Lights116
Multi-Function Control Lever116
Parking Lights, Instrument Panel Lights, And Headlights116
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch117
Passing Light117
Turn Signals117
Lights-On Reminder118
Battery Saver Feature - Exterior Lights118
Fog Lights - If Equipped118
Daytime Running Lights - If Equipped118
Light Bar - If Equipped119
Light Bar Switch120
Windshield Wipers And Washers121
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch121
Windshield Washers122
Mist Feature123
Windshield Wiper Operation123
Intermittent Wiper System123
Tilt Steering Column124
Electronic Brake Control System125
Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)125
Tcs (Traction Control System)126
Bas (Brake Assist System)127
Erm (Electronic Rollover Mitigation)128
Esp (Electronic Stability Program)129
Esp/Tcs Indicator Light129
High Range (4Wd Part Time, 4Wd Full Time) Or 2Wd Models130
Esp On130
Partial Off131
Esp Control Switch131
Esp/Bas Warning Lamp132
4Wd Low Range132
Electronic Speed Control133
To Activate133
To Set At A Desired Speed134
To Deactivate134
To Resume Speed134
To Vary The Speed Setting134
To Accelerate For Passing135
Overhead Console - If Equipped135
Dome/Reading Lights136
Electronic Vehicle Information Center137
Customer Programmable Features138
Headlamp Delay140
Service Interval140
Reset Service Distance (Displays Only If Service Interval Was Changed)140
Mini-Trip Computer141
Step Button142
Automatic Compass Calibration143
Manual Compass Calibration143
To Put Into A Calibration Mode143
Compass Variance Map144
Garage Door Opener - If Equipped145
When Your Vehicle Is New146
Programming Homelink147
Homelink Buttons148
Gate Operator/Canadian Programming150
Using Homelink150
Power Sunroof - If Equipped151
Sunroof Switch (W/O Console)151
Express Open Feature152
Sunroof Switch (W/Console)152
Sunroof Maintenance153
Power Outlet153
Front Power Outlet153
Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle 153153
Rear Power Outlet154
Cup Holders155
Front Cup Holders155
Smoker's Package - If Equipped156
Rear Cup Holders156
Cargo Area Features157
Cargo Light157
Retractable Cargo Area Cover - If Equipped157
Rear Cargo Cover157
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks158
Cargo Organizer - If Equipped160
Cargo Organizer Mounting161
Rear Window Features162
Rear Window Wiper/Washer162
Cargo Organizer Removal162
To Open Storage Compartments162
Rear Window Defroster163
Adding Washer Fluid163
Rear Defroster Switch163
Roof Luggage Rack164
Understanding Your Instrument Panel167
Instrument Panel And Interior Controls170
Instrument Cluster171
3.7L Engines171
2.8L Diesel Engines172
Instrument Cluster Description173
Turn Signal Indicator Light173
High Beam Indicator Light173
Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light173
4Lo Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped174
Fog Light Indicator Light — If Equipped174
Malfunction Indicator Light174
Anti-Lock Warning Light (Abs) — If Equipped175
Charging System Warning Light175
Temperature Gage176
Reset Button176
Odometer/Trip Odometer176
Cruise Indicator Light177
Oil Pressure Warning Light177
Transmission Temperature Warning Light177
Part Time Indicator Light — If Equipped178
Brake Warning Light178
Full Time Indicator Light — If Equipped179
Sentry Key/Security Alarm Indicator Light179
Low Fuel Warning Light179
Fuel Gage179
O/D (Overdrive) Off Indicator Light180
Seat Belt Indicator Light180
Water In Fuel Warning Light — Diesel Models Only180
Electronic Throttle Control (Etc) Warning Light180
Glow Plug Indicator Light — Diesel Models Only181
Electronic Stability Program (Esp) Warning Light/Brake Assist System (Bas) Warning Light — If Equipped182
Electronic Stability Program (Esp) Indicator Light/Traction Control System (Tcs) Indicator Light — If Equipped182
Electronic Digital Clock183
Radio General Information183
Clock Setting Procedure183
Radio Broadcast Signals183
Two Types Of Signals183
Electrical Disturbances184
Am Reception184
Fm Reception184
Sales Code Rbk-Am/ Fm Stereo Radio With Cd Player And Cd Changer Controls185
Radio Operation185
Power/Volume Control185
Seek185
To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory186
Audio186
Cd Player Operation187
Am/Fm Selection187
Time187
Understanding Your Instrument Panel 187187
Inserting The Compact Disc188
Ejt — Eject188
Ff/Tune/Rw189
Random Play — Rnd/Program Button 4189
Mode189
Cd Changer Control Capability — If Equipped189
Fast Forward And Rewind Buttons190
Random Play (Rnd)190
Cd Diagnostic Indicators190
Seek Button190
Sales Code Rbq-Am/Fm Stereo Radio With 6 - Disc Cd Changer191
Rbq Radio191
Tune192
Time Button193
Load/ Ejt — Load195
Load / Ejt — Eject195
Scan195
Random Play — Set / Rnd196
Pty (Program Type) Button196
Operating Instructions - Satellite Radio Mode198
Sales Code Rb1-Am/Fm Stereo Radio With Dvd/Gps Navigation System199
6-Disc Remote Cd Changer - If Equipped199
Loading The Cd Changer199
Removing The Cd Changer Magazine199
Loading Discs Into The Magazine200
Removing Discs From The Magazine200
Installing The Cd Changer Magazine201
Satellite Radio - If Equipped201
System Activation201
Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification Number (Ens/Sid)201
Selecting Satellite Mode In Rbp, Rbu, Raz, Rb1 And Rbq Radios202
Esn/Sid Access With Rbb, Rah And Rbk Radios202
Esn/Sid Access With Rbp, Rbu, Raz, Rb1 And Rbq Radios202
Selecting A Channel203
Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels203
Using The Pty (Program Type) Button (If Equipped)203
Pty Button Scan203
Pty Button Seek204
Satellite Antenna204
Reception Quality204
Remote Sound System Controls - If Equipped205
Tape Player206
Cd Player - Single Disc In Radio206
Cd Player - 6 Disc In Cargo Area206
Cd/Dvd Disc Maintenance207
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones207
Climate Controls208
Blower Control208
Temperature Control208
Mode Selection208
Recirculate (Max A/C)209
Bi-Level209
Panel209
Off209
Operating Tips210
Fast Cool Down210
Window Fogging210
Defrost210
Summer Operation211
Winter Operation211
Starting And Operating213
Starting Procedures217
Manual Transmission217
Automatic Transmission217
4Wd Models Only217
Normal Starting - Gasoline Engines218
If Engine Fails To Start218
Normal Starting - Diesel Engines219
After Starting219
Starting And Operating Cautions — Diesel Engines219
Turbocharger "Cool Down"220
Diesel Fuel-Water Separator221
Turbocharger Cool Down Chart221
Re-Priming The Diesel Fuel System222
Hand Prime Pump222
Engine Block Heater - If Equipped223
Transmission Shifting224
6-Speed Manual Transmission224
Manual Shift Controls224
Recommended Manual Transmission Shifting Speeds226
Clutch Interlocking Ignition System226
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System227
Automatic Shift Controls227
Gear Ranges228
P (Park)228
R (Reverse)229
N (Neutral)229
Overdrive (O/D)230
O/D Off Button230
2 (Second)231
1 (First)231
Over Temperature Mode232
Torque Converter Clutch232
Rocking The Vehicle233
Four-Wheel Drive Operation234
Command-Trac Operating Information/Precautions234
Shift Positions236
2H236
4H236
N236
4L237
Shifting Procedure237
2H To 4H Or 4H To 2H237
4H To 4L Or 4L To 4H237
Selec-Trac Operating Information/Precautions238
If Equipped238
2Wd240
4 Part Time240
4 Full Time240
4Lo241
2Wd To 4 Part Time Or 4 Part Time To 2Wd241
4 Part Time To 4 Full Time Or 4 Full Time To 4 Part Time241
4 Full Time To 4 Lo Or 4 Lo To 4 Full Time242
Trac-Lok™ Rear Axle - If Equipped243
Parking Brake243
Anti-Lock Brake System - If Equipped245
Power Steering247
On-Road Driving Tips248
Off-Road Driving Tips249
When To Use 4L Or 4Lo (Low) Range249
Driving Through Water249
Flowing Water249
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand250
Hill Climbing250
Standing Water250
Maintenance250
Traction Downhill251
After Driving Off-Road252
Tire Safety Information253
Tire Markings253
Tire Sizing Chart254
Tire Identification Number (Tin)256
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure257
Tire Placard Location257
Tire And Loading Information Placard258
Loading258
Tire And Loading Information258
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit259
Tires - General Information261
Tire Pressure261
Safety261
Tire Inflation Pressures262
Economy262
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability262
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation264
Radial-Ply Tires264
Tire Spinning264
Tread Wear Indicators265
Life Of Tire266
Replacement Tires266
Alignment And Balance267
Tire Pressure Monitor System (Tpms) - If Equipped268
Base System268
Premium System270
Left Front, Left Rear, Rear Front, Right Rear Low Pressure, Spare Low Pressure272
Check Tpm System272
Tire Chains274
Tire Rotation Recommendations275
Fuel Requirements (Gasoline Engines)276
Reformulated Gasoline277
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends277
Mmt In Gasoline278
Materials Added To Fuel278
Fuel System Cautions278
278 Starting And Operating278
Carbon Monoxide Warnings279
Fuel Requirements (Diesel Engines)280
Fuel Tank Filler Cap (Gas Cap)281
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message282
Trailer Towing282
Common Towing Definitions283
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Gvwr)283
Gross Trailer Weight (Gtw)283
Gross Combination Weight Rating (Gcwr)283
Tongue Weight (Tw)284
Trailer Sway Control284
Weight-Carrying Hitch284
Weight-Distributing Hitch284
Trailer Hitch Classification285
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)285
Trailer And Tongue Weight287
Towing Requirements288
Towing Requirements — Tires290
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes290
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring291
Towing Tips292
4 - Pin Connector292
Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission293
Towing Tips — O/D Off (If Equipped)293
Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control293
Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)294
Towing Tips — Cooling System294
Towing - 2Wd Models294
Towing - 4Wd Models294
Shifting Into Neutral (N)295
Shifting Out Of Neutral (N)296
Snow Plow297
What To Do In Emergencies299
Hazard Warning Flashers300
Hazard Warning Switch300
If Your Engine Overheats301
Jacking And Tire Changing302
Jack Location303
Spare Tire Stowage303
Jack Storage Location303
Spare Tire Mounting303
Preparations For Jacking304
Jacking Instructions304
Front Jacking Location305
Rear Jacking Location305
Jump Starting - Gasoline Engines307
Emergency Tow Hooks - If Equipped309
Towing A Disabled Vehicle310
2Wd Models Only310
Maintaining Your Vehicle311
3.7L Engine314
2.8L Turbo Diesel Engine315
Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii316
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs317
Replacement Parts318
Dealer Service318
Maintenance Procedures319
Checking Oil Level319
Engine Oil319
Change Engine Oil320
Engine Oil Selection (Gasoline Engines)321
American Petroleum Institute (Api) Engine Oil Identification Symbol321
Engine Oil Viscosity (3.7L Engines)321
Engine Oil Selection (Diesel Engines)322
Engine Oil Viscosity (2.8L Diesel Engines)322
Synthetic Engine Oils — Gasoline Engines322
Materials Added To Engine Oils322
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil323
Engine Oil Filter323
Engine Oil Filter Selection323
Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension323
Spark Plugs324
Catalytic Converter324
Crankcase Emission Control System326
Air Cleaner Filter326
Maintenance-Free Battery326
Air Conditioner Maintenance327
Power Steering Fluid Check328
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling328
Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication329
Body Lubrication329
Windshield Wiper Blades330
Exhaust System331
Cooling System332
Engine Coolant Checks332
Cooling System — Drain, Flush, And Refill332
Selection Of Engine Coolant333
Adding Engine Coolant334
Cooling System Pressure Cap334
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant335
Engine Coolant Level335
Points To Remember336
Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses337
Brake System337
Brake And Power Steering System Hoses338
Brake Master Cylinder338
Selection Of Lubricant340
Fluid Level Check – 3.7L Gasoline Engine (42Rle) And 2.8L Diesel Engine (545Rfe)340
Special Additives341
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - Manual Transmission342
Transfer Case342
Fluid Level Check342
Front/Rear Axle Fluid343
Maintenance After Off-Pavement Driving344
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion345
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion345
What Causes Corrosion?345
Washing345
Special Care346
Interior Care347
Leather Seat Care & Cleaning347
Glass Surfaces348
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses348
Seat Belt Maintenance348
Fuse Panel349
Interior Fuses349
Underhood Fuses (Power Distribution Center)351
Power Distribution Center (Gasoline Engines)352
Power Distribution Center (Diesel Engines)354
Vehicle Storage355
Replacement Bulbs356
Bulb Replacement356
Head Light356
Front Turn Signal357
Front Fog Light (Front Fascia Mounted)358
Light Bar359
Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, And Back-Up Lights360
Center High Mounted Stop Light (Chmsl)361
Fluid Capacities362
Fluid, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts363
Engine363
Chassis364
Maintenance Schedules365
Emission Control System Maintenance366
Maintenance Schedules - Gasoline Engines366
At Each Stop For Fuel367
Once A Month368
At Each Oil Change368
Schedule "B" - Gasoline Engines369
Schedule "A" - Gasoline Engines379
Maintenance Schedules - Diesel Engines384
Tire Rotation385
Schedule "B" - Diesel Engines386
Schedule "A" - Diesel Engines391
If You Need Consumer Assistance393
Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle394
Prepare For The Appointment394
Prepare A List394
Be Reasonable With Requests394
If You Need Assistance394
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (Tdd/Tty)396
Service Contract396
Mopar Parts397
Reporting Safety Defects397
Warranty Information (U.s. Vehicles Only)397
In Canada397
Publication Order Forms398
Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades399
Treadwear399
Traction Grades399
Temperature Grades400
Index401