2004 Jeep Liberty Owner's Manual - Page 215

STARTING AND OPERATING 215 • The manual transmission may be equipped with a "Reverse Blocker" to prevent inadvertent shifts from 5th gear to Reverse. If you experience difficulty shifting into "Reverse", make sure that you are not inadvertently moving the shift lever toward 5th gear when shifting into "Reverse." Recommended Manual Transmission Shifting Speeds The manufacturer recommends that you use the shift speeds listed in the chart below. Manual Transmission Shift Speeds Engine Speeds 1 to 2 2 to 3 2.4L Accel. 15 (24) 25 (40) Cruise 15 (24) 25 (40) 3.7L Accel. 15 (24) 25 (40) Cruise 15 (24) 25 (40) in MPH 3 to 4 40 (64) 40 (64) 40 (64) 40 (64) (KM/H) 4 to 5 45 (72) 45 (72) 45 (72) 45 (72) Clutch Interlocking Ignition System 2WD Models Only - Manual transmission vehicles are equipped with a clutch interlock safety feature. The clutch pedal must be fully depressed to allow cranking of the engine. 4WD Models Only - The exception to this clutch interlock is 4WD models equipped with a manual transmission. For these models, the clutch interlock feature is overridden when the vehicle is operated in 4L to enhance off-road capability. Refer to "Starting Procedures - Manual Transmission (4WD Models Only)" in this section. 5