🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Jeep

Model:

Liberty

Generation:

KJ

Year:

2005

Model Code:

KJ

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Compact SUV / Sport Utility Vehicle

Brand Identity:

Jeep is known for its off-road capability and rugged image, even in its more urban-oriented models like the Liberty.

Competitors 2005:

Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Nissan Xterra, Chevrolet Equinox

Design Philosophy:

The KJ Liberty offered a blend of Jeep's traditional upright styling and off-road presence with a more compact and user-friendly package than the Grand Cherokee.

Powertrain Options Highlighted In Manual:

Focus on operation of available engines and transmissions relevant to the 2005 model year.

📋 Manual Details

Covered Systems:

Driver and Passenger Safety (Seat Belts, SRS, Child Protection), Instruments and Controls (Indicators, Gauges, Information Display, Dashboard, Steering Column), Features (Climate Control, Audio, Steering Wheel, Security, Cruise Control), Before Driving (Fuel, Vehicle Break-in, Cargo Loading), Driving (Engine and Transmission Operation), Maintenance (Minder, Fluid Checking, Minor Services, Vehicle Storage), Unexpected Situations (Flat Tire, Dead Battery, Overheating, Fuses), Technical Information (Vehicle Specifications, Tires, Emissions Controls), Warranty and Customer Relations

Estimated Page Count:

Approx. 300-400 pages (typical for this era and vehicle type)

Type:

Owner's Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Printed

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine operation, transmission operation

Chassis:

Braking system (implied by 'Unexpected' section), steering system

Electrical:

Instruments, indicators, gauges, information display, fuses, battery (implied)

Comfort And Convenience:

Climate control, audio system, cruise control, security system

Safety And Restraint:

Seat belts, SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags, child protection/LATCH system

Operation:

Starting and stopping the engine, driving techniques, using features

Maintenance:

Fluid level checks, basic minor services, vehicle storage, tire pressure checks (implied by tire section)

Troubleshooting And Emergency:

Flat tire changing, jump-starting a dead battery, addressing overheating, fuse replacement

Depth:

Owner-level operation, basic maintenance, and emergency procedures. Does not cover in-depth diagnostic or repair procedures typically found in service manuals.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Format:

N/A (Printed Manual)

Print Quality:

Standard OEM Print Quality

Binding Type:

Perfect Bound or Spiral Bound (typical for OEM owner's manuals)

Paper Type:

Durable, coated paper stock suitable for automotive environments

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

2.4L DOHC I4 (Optional on some trims/markets)

Engine Displacement Primary:

3.7L SOHC V6

Horsepower 3.7L V6:

210 hp @ 5200 rpm (approximate)

Torque 3.7L V6:

235 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (approximate)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded Gasoline

Fuel Delivery:

Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Engine Code 3.7L:

EWG

Engine Code 2.4L:

ED3

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type Standard:

4-speed Automatic Transmission (42RLE)

Transmission Type Optional:

6-speed Manual Transmission (NV3500) - Less common

Drive Type:

Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) or Select-Drive 4x4 / Command-Trac 4WD

Automatic Transmission Fluid Spec:

Chrysler ATF+4 (MS-9602)

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

104.2 inches (2647 mm)

Length:

171.5 inches (4356 mm)

Width:

72.0 inches (1829 mm)

Height:

68.8 inches (1748 mm)

Curb Weight Approx V6 4X4:

3,900 - 4,200 lbs (1769 - 1905 kg)

Towing Capacity Max:

3500 lbs (1588 kg) with V6 and factory tow package

Cargo Volume Behind Rear Seat:

38.0 cu ft (1076 L)

Cargo Volume With Rear Seat Folded:

64.6 cu ft (1829 L)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Rollover Rating 2005:

4 out of 5 stars (for 4x4 models)

ABS:

Standard 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Traction Control:

Available Traction Control System (TCS)

Stability Control:

Not typically standard or widely available for this model year

Airbags Front:

Standard front driver and passenger airbags

Airbags Side:

Optional front side-impact airbags

Child Seat Anchors:

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

💡 Technology Features

Audio System Features:

AM/FM stereo with CD player, optional cassette, optional premium audio (e.g., Infinity brand), steering wheel audio controls (on some trims).

Cruise Control:

Standard or available depending on trim level.

Auxiliary Input:

Not typically standard for 2005 models; may have been an aftermarket addition.

Information Display:

Basic driver information display in instrument cluster (odometer, trip computer, warning lights).

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval Synthetic:

7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (with synthetic oil)

Oil Change Interval Conventional:

3,000 miles (4,800 km) or 3 months, whichever comes first (with conventional oil)

Engine Air Filter Replacement:

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or as needed based on conditions

Cabin Air Filter Replacement:

Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or annually

Spark Plug Replacement 3.7L V6:

Approx. 100,000 miles (160,000 km) with platinum-tipped plugs

Engine Oil Type 3.7L V6:

SAE 5W-30 (API certified)

Engine Oil Capacity 3.7L V6:

5.0 US quarts (4.7 Liters) with filter change

Coolant Type:

Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (HOAT - Hybrid Organic Acid Technology) or equivalent HOAT coolant (Chrysler MS-9769)

Coolant Capacity 3.7L V6:

Approx. 11.1 US quarts (10.5 Liters)

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3

Common Issue Radiator:

Cracked plastic end tanks on radiators are a known point of failure.

Common Issue Transfer Case Actuator:

Failure of the 4WD actuator motor can disable 4WD functionality.

Common Issue Power Steering Pump:

Leaking or noisy power steering pumps have been reported.

📚 Vehicle History

Jeep Legacy:

Founded in 1941, Jeep has a long-standing reputation for producing capable off-road vehicles.

Kj Generation Introduction:

The KJ Liberty replaced the Cherokee (XJ) in Jeep's lineup, offering a unibody construction for a more comfortable ride compared to its body-on-frame predecessors, but retaining some Jeep styling cues.

Kj Production Years:

2002-2007

Manufacturing Location:

Toledo, Ohio, USA

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Kl Generation Awards:

While the KJ Liberty was a popular model for Jeep, specific widely publicized awards for the 2005 model year are not prominent. Its sales performance and customer loyalty were key indicators of its success.