2005 Jeep Liberty Owner's Manual - Page 240
2005 Jeep Liberty Manual
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240 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Shifting into or out of 4L is possible with the vehicle completely stopped, however difficulty may occur due to the mating clutch teeth not being properly aligned. Several attempts may be required for clutch teeth alignment and shift completion to occur. The preferred method is with the vehicle rolling 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). Avoid attempting to engage or disengage 4L with the vehicle moving faster than 2 to 3 mph (3 to 5 km/h). Selec-Trac Operating Information/Precautions - If Equipped The Selec-Trac transfer case provides 5 mode positions normal 2-wheel drive mode, part-time 4-wheel drive high range, full-time 4-wheel drive high range, neutral, and 4-wheel drive low range. This transfer case is equipped with an inter-axle differential which allows driving the vehicle in the 4 FULL TIME position at all times on any given road surface including dry hard surfaced roads. The 4 FULL TIME mode allows the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds which eliminates driveline binding and component wear that is normally associated with driving the vehicle in the 4 PART TIME position on dry hard surfaced roads. This feature provides the safety, security, and convenience of operating in 4-wheel drive at all times regardless of road conditions. When additional traction is required the 4 PART TIME and 4LO positions can be used to lock the front and rear driveshafts together through the transfer case inter-axle differential and force the front and rear driveshafts to rotate at the same speed. This is accomplished by simply moving the shift lever to these positions. The 4 PART TIME and 4LO positions are intended for loose, slippery road surfaces only. Driving in the 4 PART TIME and 4LO positions on dry hard surfaced roads may cause increased tire wear and damage to driveline components.