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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Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
Start the vehicle with the shift lever in the PARK position (vehicle can also
be started in NEUTRAL). Apply the brake before shifting to any driving range. ...
Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped
− Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
− When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cru ...
Windshield Washer Operation
To use the washer, push on the end of the lever (toward
the steering wheel) and hold while spray is desired. If the
lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the
wipers will turn on and ...


