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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

malfunction or the parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the
parking brake is not applied, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic
malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake System
problem.

• Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the
brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
You could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality,

etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be
serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles. In
most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing.

• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may

exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic
converter damage. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.

- Electronic Stability Control OFF Warning Light

• If the ESC OFF warning light comes on continuously with the engine

running, a malfunction has been detected.

• If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has

been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph
(48 km/h), we recommend you drive to the nearest service center and
have the vehicle serviced immediately.

- Charging System Light

• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the

charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is
experiencing a problem with the charging system.

• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light

is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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Summary of Contents for 2012 Liberty

Page 1: ...n 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_Libert...

Page 2: ...g while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation pull off the road to a safe locati...

Page 3: ...Voice Command 64 Bluetooth Streaming Audio 66 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 66 Programmable Features 67 Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink 69 Power Outlet 72 OFF ROAD CAPABILITIES Fou...

Page 4: ...ons to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acqu...

Page 5: ...ake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage Refer to your Owner s Manual on the DVD for further details USE OF AFTERMARKET PROD...

Page 6: ...DRIVER COCKPIT CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4...

Page 7: ...Audio System touch screen radio shown pg 28 H Climate Controls pg 23 I Power Outlet Cigar Lighter pg 72 J Transmission Gear Selector K Parking Brake Lever L SWITCH PANEL Heated Seat Switches pg 17 El...

Page 8: ...ontrol ETC Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Light Engine Temperature Warning Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE Brake Warning Light Malfunction Indic...

Page 9: ...Cruise Indicator 4WD Indicator 4WD LOW Indicator Hill Descent Control Indicator Odometer Messages ECO Fuel Saver Indicator Off LoW tirE Low Tire Pressure ECO ON Fuel Saver Indicator On noFUSE Fuse Fa...

Page 10: ...lipper glass is unlocked when the liftgate is unlocked When the flipper glass is unlatched it will not completely raise Lift up on flipper glass handle to open Panic Alarm Press the PANIC button once...

Page 11: ...r two consecutive timeouts WARNING Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide CO which is odorless and colorless Carbon Monoxide is poisonou...

Page 12: ...dden stop you could move too far forward increasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection Inspect t...

Page 13: ...s regarding the Supplemental Restraint System SRS WARNING Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly...

Page 14: ...th flexible lower attachments can be used in all three seating positions Never install LATCH compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage Loosen the child seat adjusters o...

Page 15: ...and attach the hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the seat WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to...

Page 16: ...ror and radio station preset settings The memory button s are located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Adjust all memory profile settings press the SET button then press 1 or...

Page 17: ...tion Lumbar Support Rotate the lumbar lever located on the inboard side of the seat downward to increase and upward to decrease the desired amount of lumbar support Fold Flat Front Passenger Seat The...

Page 18: ...t your chest In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and be severely injured or killed Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked REAR SEATS 60 40 Split Folding Rear Seat With Fold Fl...

Page 19: ...ff If the High level setting is selected the system will automatically switch to Low level after approximately 30 minutes The Low level setting will turn Off automatically after approximately 30 minut...

Page 20: ...own as desired Pull upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place WARNING Do not adjust the steering column while driving Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steer...

Page 21: ...ow gear can be detrimental and should be avoided The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high quality energy conserving type lubricant Oil changes should be consistent with anticipa...

Page 22: ...er portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the...

Page 23: ...st feature does not activate the washer pump therefore no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid Rain Sensing...

Page 24: ...e To resume a previously selected set speed in memory push the RESUME ACCEL switch and release Cancel Push the CANCEL switch or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set speed memo...

Page 25: ...ix modes Heated Mirrors The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS ATC Automatic Operation Turn...

Page 26: ...on the rear window defroster PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE a warning will display in the EVIC When the Instrument Cluster...

Page 27: ...tch rearward to open or forward to close the sunroof Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially open or closed position until the switch is pressed aga...

Page 28: ...result SKY SLIDER ROOF Press and release the top AUTO button located in the center of the headliner to automatically open the Sky Slider from the front Press and quickly release the bottom AUTO button...

Page 29: ...er 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 wi...

Page 30: ...YOUR VEHICLE S SOUND SYSTEM ELECTRONICS 28...

Page 31: ...ELECTRONICS 29...

Page 32: ...button until the hours blink turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the hours Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minute...

Page 33: ...this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play This feature plays the selections on the CD in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Audio Jack Operation The Audio Jack all...

Page 34: ...io 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 a...

Page 35: ...ol knob to select the desire music type Adult Hits Country Jazz Oldies Rock etc Once a music type is chosen and the icon is displayed press either SEEK button and the radio will only search for statio...

Page 36: ...ress the TUNE SCROLL control knob and the radio will begin playing the files contained in that folder Audio Jack Operation The Audio Jack allows a portable device such as an MP3 player or a cassette p...

Page 37: ...eatures 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...

Page 38: ...trol knob to select the desire music type Adult Hits Country Jazz Oldies Rock etc Once a music type is chosen and the icon is displayed press the SEEK button and the radio will only search for station...

Page 39: ...ded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC After the radio displays INSERT DISC insert the CD into the player The radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loadi...

Page 40: ...s 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 drivi...

Page 41: ...or the sliders on the screen to adjust BASS MID and or TREBLE Display Settings Press the MENU hard key and touch the Display Settings soft key to access the Display Settings menu Select the Daytime Co...

Page 42: ...to bypass stations without stopping Store Radio Presets Select the radio band by touching either the AM FM or SAT soft key Find the station to store by either pressing the Seek Up or Seek Down soft k...

Page 43: ...tem Insert a CD DVD Disc To insert a disc press the or LOAD hard key With the printed side upwards insert the disc into the disc slot of the radio The radio pulls the disc in automatically and closes...

Page 44: ...on that the internal HDD can hold more tracks It is also possible to import display pictures to the internal hard disk drive The pictures can be displayed on the right half of the radio screen Before...

Page 45: ...h the DISC or From USB soft key then select the folders or pictures you wish to copy to the HDD Use the PAGE soft keys to page through the list of pictures Touch the desired pictures or press the All...

Page 46: ...n the touch screen If necessary use a lint free cloth dampened with a cleaning solution such as isopropyl alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50 50 Be sure to follow the solven...

Page 47: ...Where to then touch Points of Interest and then touch Spell Name Enter the name of your destination Touch Done Select your destination and touch Go Entering A Destination Address From the main Navigat...

Page 48: ...e Touch the back arrow icon to return to the Main Navigation menu Touch Where To then search for the extra stop Then select the stop to add from the search results Touch Go then touch Add to Current R...

Page 49: ...for More and then Edit Go Home A Home location must be saved in the system From the Main Navigation menu touch Where To then touch Go Home Acquiring Satellites The GPS Satellite strength bars indicat...

Page 50: ...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 fro...

Page 51: ...and use either the arrow soft keys or the sliders on the screen to adjust BASS MID and or TREBLE Display Settings Press the MENU hard key and touch the Display Settings soft key to access the Display...

Page 52: ...nds Hold either Seek to bypass stations without stopping Store Radio Presets Select the radio band by touching either the AM FM or SAT soft key Find the station to store by either pressing the Seek Up...

Page 53: ...he system Insert a CD DVD Disc To insert a disc press the OPEN CLOSE hard key With the printed side upwards insert the disc into the disc slot of the radio The radio pulls the disc in automatically an...

Page 54: ...tion that the internal HDD can hold more tracks It is also possible to import display pictures to the internal hard disk drive The pictures can be displayed on the right half of the radio screen Befor...

Page 55: ...a USB device containing your pictures in JPEG format Press the MENU hard key to access the Settings Menu then touch the My Files soft key Touch the My Pictures soft key to get an overview of the curre...

Page 56: ...e HDD Press the RADIO MEDIA hard key until the media source tabs are displayed 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 s...

Page 57: ...e radio face plate to access the Navigation system and the NAV Main Menu NOTE For your own safety and the safety of others it is not possible to use the certain features while the vehicle is in motion...

Page 58: ...soft key to display a list of possible street names Select the correct street name Next input the number In the Confirm Route screen the navigation radio displays the complete address a map of the de...

Page 59: ...ferent route Touch Find Nearby POI to search for a local POI Destination Info displays destination information View Turn List lists streets utilized for the current route Touch the Save Destination to...

Page 60: ...change your Home Address if one has already been entered Press the MENU hard key touch My Files and then touch My Address Book Touch Home then touch Edit Contacts and then Change Address Touch the so...

Page 61: ...with your vehicle purchase 1 Favorites View and store your favorite location theater and sport teams for quick access 2 Forecast View detailed weather conditions forecasts and ski snowboarding conditi...

Page 62: ...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 down to search for the next listenable station or select the next...

Page 63: ...ooth Hands Free Profile Version 1 0 or higher For Uconnect customer support call 1 877 855 8400 or visit www jeep com uconnect Phone Pairing NOTE Pairing is a one time initial setup before using the p...

Page 64: ...the Uconnect Phone for example after you start the vehicle A maximum of 1000 entries per phone will be downloaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect Phone Depending on the max...

Page 65: ...ging The Volume Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button then adjust the volume during a normal call Use the radio ON OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the...

Page 66: ...voice commands for each of the different modes Common Voice Commands Examples Main Menu Radio to switch to the radio mode Disc to switch to the disc mode Memo to switch to the memo recorder System Se...

Page 67: ...your Media Center 430N 730N radios may be able to play incoming Short Message Service SMS messages text messages through the vehicle s sound system It also allows you to respond by selecting from var...

Page 68: ...ab ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER EVIC The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster Pressing the controls on the steering wheel allows the driver to...

Page 69: ...r EVIC If Equipped The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings Press and release the MENU button until Personal Settings displays then press the DOWN button to scroll through the s...

Page 70: ...start the engine Press the power door UNLOCK switch to unlock the doors A single chime will indicate that programming is complete Sound Horn With Lock To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors a...

Page 71: ...med to the HomeLink system Erase all channels before you begin programming To erase the channels place the ignition switch into the ON RUN position then press and hold the two outside HomeLink buttons...

Page 72: ...ogramming is complete NOTE If the device does not activate press the button a third time for two seconds to complete the training To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons repeat each step for eac...

Page 73: ...NING Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal transceiver Do not program the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate Do not run...

Page 74: ...tandard power outlet adapter NOTE Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replac...

Page 75: ...s flashing the shift did not occur and the current transfer case position will be maintained This transfer case is intended to be driven in the two wheel drive position 2WD for normal street and highw...

Page 76: ...r moving the transfer case lever If the vehicle is stopped the key must be in the ON RUN position Shifts can not be completed if the key is in the ACC position 4WD AUTO To 4WD LOW With the engine runn...

Page 77: ...ge 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 side facing up for added utility Cargo Tie Down...

Page 78: ...the child seat to come loose A child could be badly injured Use only the anchors provided for child seat tethers To help protect against personal injury passengers should not be seated in the rear car...

Page 79: ...the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard When Towing Trailers With Gross Trailer Weight Gtw Between 3 500 Lbs 1 588 Kg And 5 000 Lbs 2 268 Kg The following chart provides max...

Page 80: ...MOTORHOME ETC Recreational Towing Two Wheel Drive Models Recreational towing is allowed if the rear wheels are OFF the ground This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer If using a t...

Page 81: ...down the NEUTRAL Pin switch for four seconds until the LED starts to blink The LED will stop blinking and remain on when the shift is complete Start the engine and shift into DRIVE to ensure there is...

Page 82: ...old and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size i...

Page 83: ...NOTE Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi 7 kPa per 12 F 7 C of air temperature change Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage especially in the Winter Example If garage...

Page 84: ...d be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles In most situations the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing If the MIL flashes when the engine is running serio...

Page 85: ...e engine is running immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance an elevated rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing Air Bag Warning Light If the lig...

Page 86: ...and turning the A C off can help remove this heat You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat the mode control to floor and the blower control to high This allows the heater core to act...

Page 87: ...d is held in place by a cable winch mechanism Spare Tire Removal Fit the jack handle extension over the drive nut located in the rear cargo area inside the vehicle Use the lug wrench to rotate the nut...

Page 88: ...ront and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position For example if changing the right front tire block the left rear wheel NOTE Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the...

Page 89: ...ed 5 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift...

Page 90: ...ightening 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 tightnes...

Page 91: ...onal injury or damage to your vehicle Always park on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher Block the wheel...

Page 92: ...ted in the front of the engine compartment behind the left headlight assembly NOTE The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap Lift up on the cap to gain access to the positive battery...

Page 93: ...e from the positive post of the discharged vehicle If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle you should have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer CAUTI...

Page 94: ...tery explosion Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury SHIFT LEVER...

Page 95: ...f transmission is operable Transmission in NEUTRAL 30 mph max speed 48 km h 15 miles 24 km max distance Transmission in PARK Transfer Case in NEUTRAL Tow in forward direction Wheel Lift or Dolly Tow F...

Page 96: ...ion cycles This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE...

Page 97: ...or and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by y...

Page 98: ...the same time Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood To close the hood remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip then lower the hood slowly WARNING Be sure the hood is fully...

Page 99: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3 7L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 97...

Page 100: ...5 Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE Grade 5 Quarts 4 7L Liters Fuel Selection 3 7L 87 Octane 19 5 Gallons 73 8 Liters Approximate Engine Oil Filter 3 7L MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalen...

Page 101: ...d 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 Autom...

Page 102: ...e engine air cleaner filter replace if necessary X X X Inspect the brake linings replace if necessary X X X X X X Inspect the CV joints X X X X Inspect the exhaust system X X X X X Replace the engine...

Page 103: ...169 000 Inspect front suspension tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage wear improper looseness or end play replace if necessary X X X X X X Flush and replace engine...

Page 104: ...es 52 000 km or 24 Months 40 000 Miles 65 000 km or 30 Months 48 000 Miles 78 000 km or 36 Months 56 000 Miles 91 000 km or 42 Months 64 000 Miles 104 000 km or 48 Months 72 000 Miles 117 000 km or 54...

Page 105: ...ES 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 1...

Page 106: ...een EBL Rear Window Defogger J15 40 Amp Green Front Blower J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid J18 20 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module PCM Trans Range J19 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan J20 30 Amp Pink Fr...

Page 107: ...ow Trailer Tow Export Only M15 20 Amp Yellow COL MOD IR SNS Heater Ventilation Air Conditioning Automatic Temperature Control HVAC ATC Rearview Mirror RR VW MIR Cabin Compartment Node CCN Transfer Cas...

Page 108: ...ED J1962 M29 10 Amp Red Occupant Classification Module OCM M30 15 Amp Blue Rear Wiper Module RR WIPER MOD Power Folding Mirror PWR FOLD MIR M31 20 Amp Yellow Back Up Lamps B U LAMPS M32 10 Amp Red Occ...

Page 109: ...es a problem in the circuit that must be corrected TIRE PRESSURES Check the inflation pressure of each tire including the spare tire at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your v...

Page 110: ...mild soap and water to prevent corrosion To remove heavy soil and or excessive brake dust use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non abrasive non acidic cleaner CAUTION Do not use scouring...

Page 111: ...ts and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicl...

Page 112: ...lems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 or go to http www safercar gov...

Page 113: ...ody Side Moldings Front Air Deflector Fuel Door EXTERIOR Black Tubular Side Steps Front End Cover Rear Air Deflector Wheels Front Air Deflector Skid Plates Tubular Grille Guard Splash Guards Locking G...

Page 114: ...er Assistance 109 Defects Reporting 110 Defroster Rear Window 23 Defroster Windshield 23 Dimmer Control 20 Dimmer Switch Headlight 20 Disarming Theft System 9 ECO 67 Electronic Speed Control Cruise Co...

Page 115: ...ument Cluster Description 6 Maintenance Record 102 Maintenance Schedule 100 Malfunction Indicator Light Check Engine 82 Media Center Radio 30 32 35 Memory Seat 14 Mirrors Heated 23 24 MOPAR Accessorie...

Page 116: ...23 Temperature Gauge Engine Coolant 84 Theft Alarm Security Alarm 9 Theft System Arming 9 Theft System Disarming 9 Tilt Steering Column 18 Tires Air Pressure 107 Changing 85 Jacking 85 Pressure Warni...

Page 117: ...g 61 What does the ECO message mean on the EVIC display pg 67 How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink pg 69 OFF ROAD CAPABILITIES How do I shift into different four wheel drive sel...

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Page 123: ...g while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation pull off the road to a safe locati...

Page 124: ...n 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_Libert...

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