reset JEEP PATRIOT 2007 1.G User Guide

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possible loose or
improperly installed. A GASCAP message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
a9clicking9sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
reset button to turn off the message. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving
the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states, which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Hitches............................. 312
Minimum Requirements................. 315
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 314
Wiring.............................. 319
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 313
Trailer Weight.......................... 313
Transaxle............................. 240
Automatic....................12,237,240,368
Manual........................13,238,244
Operation........................... 240
Overdrive........................... 243
Selection of Lubricant................... 368
Transmission
Range Indicator....................... 174
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote
Keyless Entry)........................... 29
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) . . 130
Transmitter Programming (Remote
Keyless Entry)........................... 27Transporting Pets........................ 68
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 291
Trip Odometer.......................... 176
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 174
Turn Signals......................121,170,384
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 82
Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 167
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 417
Universal Transmitter..................... 130
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 303
Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses................. 365
Vanity Mirrors........................... 82
Variance, Compass....................... 186
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading......................282,309
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage......................... 380
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