snow chains JEEP PATRIOT 2008 1.G Owners Manual

ESP Operating Modes
The ESP system has three available operating modes for
4WD equipped vehicles and two available operating
modes for 2WD equipped vehicles.
Full On (4WD Models) or On (2WD Models)
This is the normal operating mode for ESP. Whenever the
vehicle is started the ESP system will be in this “On”
mode. This mode should be used for most driving
situations. ESP should only be turned to “Partial Off” or
“ESP Off” for specific reasons as noted below.
Partial Off (4WD Models) or On (2WD Models)
This mode is entered by momentarily depressing the ESP
OFF switch. When in “Partial Off” mode the “ESP
Indicator Light” will be illuminated. This mode is in-
tended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand or
gravel conditions and more wheel spin than ESP would
normally allow is required to gain traction.To turn ESP on again, momentarily depress the ESP OFF
switch. This will restore the normal “ESP On” mode of
operation.
NOTE:To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving
with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or
gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the “Partial Off”
mode by pressing the ESP OFF switch. Once the situation
requiring ESP to be switched to the “Partial Off” mode is
overcome, turn ESP back on by momentarily depressing
the ESP OFF switch. This may be done while the vehicle
is in motion.
Full Off (4WD Models Only)
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use
when ESP stability features could inhibit vehicle maneu-
verability due to trail conditions. This mode is entered by
depressing and holding the ESP OFF switch for five
seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is
running. After five seconds, the “ESP Indicator Light”
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Brake System..........................278
▫Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) —
If Equipped.........................279

Power Steering........................282

Tire Safety Information...................283
▫Tire Markings........................283
▫Tire Loading And Tire Pressure...........287

Tires — General Information...............291
▫Tire Pressure.........................291

Tire Chains...........................300

Tire Rotation Recommendations............300

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) —
If Equipped...........................301
▫Base System — If Equipped..............304▫Premium System — If Equipped..........306
▫General Information...................310

Snow Tires...........................310

Fuel Requirements......................311
▫Gasoline Engines.....................311
▫Reformulated Gasoline.................311
▫Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends..............312
▫MMT In Gasoline.....................312
▫Materials Added To Fuel................313
▫Fuel System Cautions..................313
▫Carbon Monoxide Warnings..............314

Adding Fuel..........................314
▫Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap)...............314
STARTING AND OPERATING 237
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The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on
and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a system
fault is detected. The system fault will also sound a
chime. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will
repeat providing the system fault still exists. The Tire
Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off when the
fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur
with any of the following scenarios:
1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to
facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM
sensors.
2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting
that affects radio wave signals.
3. Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.NOTE:Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare
wheel and tire assembly.
1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure
monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor
the tire pressure in the compact spare tire.
2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road
tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning
limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will
sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light
will still turn ON due to the low tire.
3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 10 min-
utes above 15 mph (25 km/h), the Tire Pressure Moni-
toring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds
and then remain on solid.
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will be displayed instead of dashes. A system fault can
occur with any of the following scenarios:
1. Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to
facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the TPM
sensors.
2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting
that affects radio wave signals.
3. Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
NOTE:Your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare
wheel and tire assembly.
1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure
monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not monitor
the tire pressure in the compact spare tire.2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road
tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning
limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will
sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light
will still turn ON due to the low tire.
3. However, after driving the vehicle for up to 10 min-
utes above 15 mph (25 km/h), the Tire Pressure Moni-
toring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds
and then remain on solid.
4. For each subsequent ignition key cycle, a chime will
sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light
will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on
solid.
5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and
reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare
tire, the TPMS will update automatically and the Tire
Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn OFF, as long
as no tire pressure is below the low-pressure warning
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Setting the Clock................195,197,205,218
Settings, Personal........................ 187
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle.............. 243
Shoulder Belts........................... 36
Side Airbag............................. 54
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 234
Signals, Turn........................... 389
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 275
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 300
Snow Tires............................ 310
Spare Tire.......................295,296,335
Spark Plugs............................ 356
Speakers, Fold Down..................... 161
Specifications
Oil ................................ 354
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........130,177
Speedometer........................... 173
Starting............................... 239
Automatic Transmission................. 239Engine Fails to Start.................... 241
Manual Transmission................... 239
Starting Procedures...................... 239
Steering
Power...........................282,362
TiltColumn .......................... 130
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 224
Storage............................... 385
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 342
Sun Roof.............................. 149
Sun Visor Extension....................... 82
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 48
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 355
System, Navigation...................... 217
Tachometer............................ 174
Taillights.............................. 389
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......177,333
INDEX 431
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Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 64
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 160
Tilt Steering Column..................... 130
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 287
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 286
Tire Markings.......................... 283
Tire Safety Information.................... 283
Tires ............................ 71,291,415
Aging(LifeofTires) .................... 298
Air Pressure.......................... 291
Alignment........................... 300
Chains.............................. 300
Changing............................ 334
Compact Spare........................ 295
Flat Changing........................ 339
General Information.................... 291
High Speed.......................... 294Inflation Pressures..................... 292
Jacking............................. 334
LifeofTires .......................... 298
Load Capacity.....................287,288
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 301
Quality Grading....................... 415
Radial.............................. 295
Replacement......................... 298
Rotation............................. 300
Safety...........................283,291
Sizes ............................... 284
Snow Tires........................... 310
Spare Tire........................... 335
Spinning ............................ 297
Tread Wear Indicators................... 297
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 322
Towing ............................... 317
24-Hour Towing Assistance................ 95
Disabled Vehicle....................... 343
432 INDEX