2010 Jeep Liberty Owner's Manual - Page 328

STARTING AND OPERATING 327 They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily in off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in The ignition switch must be in the ON position for a shift loss of control or vehicle rollover. to take place and for the position indicator lights to be operable. If the ignition switch is not in the ON position, OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS the shift will not take place, and no position indicator When To Use 4WD LOW Range lights will be on or flashing. When off-road driving, shift to 4WD LOW for additional ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS traction and control on slippery or difficult terrain, Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a ascending or descending steep hills, and to increase narrower track to make them capable of performing in a low-speed pulling power. This range should be limited to wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design extreme situations such as deep snow, mud, or sand characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than where additional low speed pulling power is needed. ordinary cars. Vehicle speeds in excess of 25 mph (40 km/h) should be avoided when in 4WD LOW range. An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems. process, then the indicator light will flash, and the current transfer case position will be maintained. To retry a shift, move the transfer case switch back to the original position, make certain all shift requirements have been met, wait five seconds, and try the shift again. 5