2011 Jeep Liberty Owner Manual - Page 413

STARTING AND OPERATING 411 Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic. Automatic Transmission The "D" range can be selected when towing. However, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, you will want to activate the TOW/HAUL feature. Refer to "Automatic Transmission" in "Starting and Operating" for further information. If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45 minutes of continuous operation, then change the automatic transmission fluid and filter according to the interval specified for "police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing." Refer to "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper maintenance intervals. TOW/HAUL To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheating, press the TOW HAUL button when driving in hilly areas or shift the transmission to Drive position "2" on more severe grades. Refer to "Automatic Transmission" NOTE: Using the TOW/HAUL feature while operating in "Starting and Operating" for further information. the vehicle under heavy operating conditions will improve performance and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat build up. This action will also provide better engine braking. 5