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conventional 2-wheel drive vehicles any more than low-
slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily in
off-road cond itions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or
abru pt maneu vers. As with other vehicles of this typ e,
failu re to operate this vehicle correctly may resu lt in loss
of control or vehicle rollover.
Driving Through Water
Althou gh you r vehicle is capable of driving throu gh
water, there are a nu mber of precau tions that must be
consid ered before entering the water:
CAUTIO N!
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
When drivin g throu gh water, do not exceed 5 mph (8
km/h). Alw ays check water depth before enterin g as
a precau tion , and check all flu ids afterw ard . Drivin g
throu gh water may cause damage that may not be
covered by the new veh icle lim ited warran ty.
When To Use 4WD Low Range
When off-road driving, shift to 4WD Low for additional
traction and control on slippery or difficult terrain,
ascend ing or descend ing steep hills, and to increase
low-speed pulling power. This range shou ld be limited to
extrem e situ ations such as deep snow, mud, or sand
where additional low speed pulling power is need ed.
Vehicle speed s in excess of 25 mph (40 km/ h) shou ld be
avoid ed when in 4WD Low range.
Driving throu gh water more than a few inches deep will
requ ire extra caution to ensu re safety and prevent dam-
age to you r vehicle. If you must drive throu gh water, try
to determ ine the depth and the bottom cond ition (and
location of any obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed with
| Categories | Jeep Liberty Manuals, Jeep Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2008 |
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