Light JEEP PATRIOT 2008 1.G Owners Manual

2. Grasp the tail light and pull firmly to disengage the
light from the aperture panel.3. Twist and remove socket from the lightl.
Pulling Lamp From Body
Removing Socket and Bulb
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4. Remove bulb from socket and replace.License Lights
1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of the
snap tab to remove the light from the liftgate.
Removing Bulb From Socket
Prying Lamp from Liftgate
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2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb from the socket.
Center High-Mounted Stoplight
Light is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer for
replacement.
Removing Socket From Lamp
Removing Bulb From Socket
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Auxiliary Off-Road Light
1. Remove the three screws attaching the lens to the
housing.2. Unlatch the wire clasp securing the bulb into the
housing and rotate it into the position shown.
Lens Removal
Releasing The Bulb
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3. Disconnect the bulb from the light harness to replace
the bulb.
Disconnecting Bulb
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Once a Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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Contract, and you require service after the manufactur-
er’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer
to the contract documents, and contact the person listed
in those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of Chrysler LLC warranties applicable to this
vehicle.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 279
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 367
Adding Fuel........................... 314
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 163
Additives, Fuel......................... 313
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 358
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 361
Air Conditioning Controls................. 227
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 232
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............361,362
Air Conditioning System................227,361
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 292
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment..................... 53,55
Airbag Light..................... 53,57,70,173
Airbag Maintenance....................... 57
Airbag, Side............................ 54
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............. 49,54
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............ 18,176Alignment and Balance................... 300
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 223
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........366,395,396
Capacities........................... 395
Disposal............................ 368
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............133,279
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 18
Appearance Care........................ 376
Assistance Towing........................ 95
Automatic Door Locks................... 27,29
Automatic Transaxle........... 13,239,244,333,373
Fluid Level Check...................... 374
Interlock System....................... 246
Overheating.......................... 333
Selection Of Lubricant................... 373
Shifting ............................. 246
Special Additives...................... 374
Autostick ............................. 249
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BallJoints ............................. 362
Battery............................... 359
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Belts,Drive ............................ 356
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 363
B-Pillar Location........................ 287
Brake Assist System...................... 135
Brake Fluid............................ 397
Brake, Parking.......................... 276
Brake System........................278,371
Anti-Lock (ABS).................133,134,279
Hoses.............................. 371
Master Cylinder....................... 372
Parking............................. 276
Warning Light........................ 175
Brakes.............................278,371
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 246
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 69
Bulb Replacement.....................385,386Bulbs,Light ............................ 385
Calibration, Compass..................... 192
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 395
Capacities, Fluid........................ 395
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 314
Oil (Engine).......................348,354
Car Washes............................ 377
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 314
Cargo Area Cover....................... 158
Cargo Area Features...................... 156
Cargo Compartment
Light ............................... 156
Luggage Carrier....................... 164
CargoLight ............................ 156
Cargo Load Floor........................ 159
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 160
Catalytic Converter...................... 356
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Caution, Exhaust Gas...................... 69
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............195,203
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance........ 226
Cellular Phone........................ 82,226
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 392
Chains, Tire............................ 300
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 334
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 284
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 350
Child Restraint.......................... 60
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 64
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts........... 63
Child Safety Locks........................ 30
Child Seat.............................. 66
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 311
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 378
Climate Control......................... 227Clock ........................194,197,205,218
Clutch............................... 372
Clutch Fluid........................... 372
CoinHolder ........................... 155
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 226
Compact Spare Tire...................... 295
Compass.............................. 192
Compass Calibration..................... 192
Compass Variance....................... 191
Console.............................. 155
Contract, Service........................ 411
Coolant (Antifreeze)...................395,396
Cooling System......................... 365
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 367
Coolant Level......................365,368
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 368
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 366
Inspection........................... 368
Points to Remember.................367,369
420 INDEX