park assist JEEP PATRIOT 2007 1.G Owners Manual

POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical
steering capability if power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will
still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering
effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
NOTE:Increased noise levels at the end of the steering
wheel travel are considered normal and do not indicate
that there is a problem with the power steering system.
Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steering
pump may make noise for a short amount of time. This is
due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This
noise should be considered normal, and it does not in any
way damage the steering system.WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced power steering
assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others.
Service should be obtained as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end
of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering
fluid temperature and it should be avoided when
possible. Damage to the power steering pump may
occur.
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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
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