engine coolant JEEP PATRIOT 2007 1.G User Guide

Schedule ªBº
Follow schedule ªBº if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32 ÉF (0 ÉC).
²Stop and go driving.
²Extensive engine idling.
²Driving in dusty conditions.
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90 ÉF (32 ÉC).
²Trailer towing.
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service).
²Off-road or desert operation.
²Heavy Loading
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule ªBº of the
9Maintenance Schedules9section of this manual.
SCHEDULE ªBº 395
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Miles 48,000 51,000 54,000 57,000 60,000
(Kilometers) (80 000) (85 000) (90 000) (95 000) (100 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3
months whichever comes first.X X XXX
Change Automatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid and Filter X
Change Manual Transaxle Fluid. X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct
stowage.XXX
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60 months, or
102,000 miles (170 000 km) whichever comes first.X
Replace climate control air filtration filter (if
equipped).X
X
SCHEDULE ªBº 399
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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3 months
whichever comes first.XXXX
Change Manual Transaxle Fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60
months.X
Replace climate control air filtration filter (if equipped). X
402 SCHEDULE ªBº
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Miles 105,000 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (175 000) (180 000) (185 000) (190 000) (195 000) (200 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, or at 3
months whichever comes first.X X XXXX
Change Automatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid and
FilterX
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage.XXX
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.XX
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Replace the Accessory Drive Belt.X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not re-
placed at 102,000 miles (170 000 km).X
SCHEDULE ªBº 403
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Miles 36,000 42,000 48,000 54000 60,000 66,000
(Kilometers) (60 000) (70 000) (80 000) (90 000) (100 000) (110 000)
[Months] [36] [42] [48] [54] [60] [66]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and cor-
rect stowage.X X XXXX
Flush and replace engine coolant at 60
months, if not replaced at 102,000 miles (170
000 km).X
Inspect brake linings. X X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary.X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Replace climate control air filtration filter (if
equipped).XX
X
406 SCHEDULE ªAº
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Miles 102,000 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (170 000) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Change Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) fluid. X
Change Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid. X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Check spare tire for proper pressure and correct stowage. X X X X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 60
months.X
Flush and replace engine coolant, if not done at 102,000
miles (170 000 km)X
Inspect brake linings. X
Replace the Accessory Drive Belt.X
Inspect engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary.X
Replace engine air cleaner filter.X
Replace spark plugs.X
Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.**X
Replace climate control air filtration filter (if equipped). X X
408 SCHEDULE ªAº
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 273
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 362
Adding Fuel........................... 307
Adding Washer Fluid..................126,159
Additives, Fuel......................... 305
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 353
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 356
Air Conditioning Controls................. 223
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 229
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............356,357
Air Conditioning System................223,356
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 286
Airbag................................ 49
Airbag Deployment.....................54,56
Airbag Light.....................54,58,70,170
Airbag Maintenance....................... 57
Airbag, Side............................ 55
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain).............50,55
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............30,173Alignment and Balance................... 294
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 220
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..............361,388
Capacities........................... 388
Disposal............................ 363
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............136,273
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 30
Appearance Care........................ 371
Automatic Door Locks...................20,21
Automatic Transaxle...........12,237,240,326,368
Fluid Level Check...................... 369
Interlock System.....................17,241
Overheating.......................... 326
Selection Of Lubricant................... 368
Shifting............................. 242
Special Additives...................... 369
Ball Joints............................. 357
422 INDEX

Battery............................... 354
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 29
Belts, Drive............................ 351
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 358
B-Pillar Location........................ 281
Brake Assist System...................... 138
Brake Fluid............................ 389
Brake, Parking.......................... 270
Brake System........................272,366
Anti-Lock (ABS).................136,137,273
Hoses.............................. 366
Master Cylinder....................... 367
Parking............................. 270
Warning Light........................ 172
Brakes.............................272,366
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 241
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 69
Bulb Replacement.....................380,381
Bulbs, Light............................ 380Calibration, Compass..................... 188
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 388
Capacities, Fluid........................ 388
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 307
Oil (Engine).......................342,349
Car Washes............................ 372
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 306
Cargo Area Cover....................... 154
Cargo Area Features...................... 152
Cargo Compartment
Light............................... 152
Luggage Carrier....................... 160
Cargo Light............................ 152
Cargo Load Floor........................ 156
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 156
Catalytic Converter...................... 351
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................... 69
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............191,199
INDEX 423
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CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 222
Cellular Phone........................82,223
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 387
Chains, Tire............................ 301
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 326
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 278
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . 344
Child Restraint.......................... 60
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 64
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts........... 63
Child Safety Locks........................ 23
Child Seat.............................. 66
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 303
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 373
Climate Control......................... 223
Clock........................190,193,201,213
Clutch............................... 367
Clutch Fluid........................... 367Coin Holder........................... 151
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 222
Compact Spare Tire...................... 289
Compass.............................. 188
Compass Calibration..................... 188
Compass Variance....................... 186
Console.............................. 151
Contract, Service........................ 414
Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 388
Cooling System......................... 360
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 362
Coolant Level......................360,363
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 363
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 360
Inspection........................... 363
Points to Remember.................362,364
Pressure Cap......................... 362
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)........... 361
Corrosion Protection..................... 371
424 INDEX

Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 353
Cruise Light........................... 174
Cup Holder............................ 151
Customer Assistance..................... 412
Data Recorder, Event...................... 58
Dealer Service.......................... 346
Defroster, Rear Window................... 159
Defroster, Windshield...................71,225
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 125
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 343
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 122
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 363
Engine Oil........................... 350
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20
Door Opener, Garage..................... 130
Downshifting.......................... 245Drive Belts............................ 351
Driver's Seat Back Tilt.................... 110
Driving
Off-Pavement......................... 247
Off-Road............................ 247
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 334
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 80
Electrical Power Outlets................... 149
Electronic Brake Control System............. 137
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 137
Brake Assist System.................... 138
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 139
Electronic Stability Program............... 141
Traction Control System................. 138
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 127
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 141
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 179
INDEX 425
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