Engineering
The all-new 2008 Jeep Liberty offers a balance of off-road capability and on-road refinement.
All-new independent front suspension, all-new five-link rear suspension, and
a power rack-and-pinion steering system contribute to the all-new 2008 Jeep
Liberty's blend of on-road ride comfort and nimble, confidence-inspiring
handling
Two four-wheel-drive systems - all-new Selec-Trac II, full-time four-wheel-drive
system and Command-Trac, a part-time four-wheel-drive system - both are Jeep
Trail Rated
The 3.7-liter SOHC V-6 engine provides the 2008 Jeep Liberty with competitive
peak power and torque while providing smooth, quiet operation and proven
durability. It produces 210 hp (157 kW) @ 5,200 rpm and 235 lb.-ft. (319 N•m) of
torque @ 4,000 rpm. Fuel economy has been improved and now achieves an estimated
16 city (18 mpg using 2007 EPA standards), and 22 mpg on the highway (23 mpg
based on 2007 EPA standards).
Two transmissions are offered on the Jeep Liberty in the United States: a six-speed manual transmission and a four-speed automatic transmission The 2008 Jeep Liberty was designed and engineered under the Chrysler Development System (CDS), the comprehensive, coordinated and disciplined product creation process that improves quality and speed-to-market while reducing costs and encouraging practical innovation in new products
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Remote Unlock Sequence
When Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is selected,
only the driver’s door will unlock on the first press of the
RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. When Driver Door 1st
Press is selected, you m ...
If Your Engine Overheats
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the
potential for overheating your engine by taking the
appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while st ...
Two-Wheel Drive Models
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmission
is operable, the vehicle may be to ...