Jeep Liberty KJ. Manual - part 1380

RELAY-CLUTCH SWITCH OVERRIDE

DESCRIPTION

The clutch pedal position switch override relay is located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). Refer to PDC
cover label for location within PDC.

OPERATION

The clutch pedal position switch override relay, inhibits operation of the clutch pedal position switch when the vehi-
cle transfer case is in the four wheel drive low-range position. This enables the starter motor to operate without
depressing the clutch pedal, for off-road applications. If Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s) for the override relay or
transfer case switch are stored, override relay will be inhibited.

REMOVAL

NOTE: Refer to label on PDC cover for relay loca-
tion.

1. Remove PDC (2) cover (3).

2. Remove relay from PDC.

3. Check relay and PDC terminals for:

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Damage or corrosion

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Pin height (all terminals should be same height)

INSTALLATION

1. Install relay in PDC.

2. Install PDV cover.

3. Verify operation of relay.

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CLUTCH

SWITCH-CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION

DESCRIPTION

The clutch pedal position switch (2) is located under
the instrument panel, attached to the clutch master
cylinder (1) push rod. The wiring harness connection
for the switch is in the engine compartment.

The clutch pedal position switch override relay is
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). Refer
to PDC cover label for location within PDC.

OPERATION

The clutch pedal position switch is used to prevent starter motor engagement unless the clutch pedal is depressed.
An input from this switch is also used to either shut down/prevent operation of the speed control system when the
clutch pedal is depressed.

Four Wheel Drive Feature: The clutch pedal position switch override relay, inhibits operation of the position switch
when the vehicle transfer case is in the four wheel drive low-range position. This enables the starter motor to oper-
ate without depressing the clutch pedal, for off-road applications. If Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s) for the over-
ride relay or transfer case switch are stored, override relay will be inhibited.

CLUTCH

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