tire pressure JEEP PATRIOT 2009 1.G Service Manual

8. When removing the jumper cables, reverse the se-
quence exactly. Be careful of the moving belts and fan.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Con-
trol or ESP, turn the system OFF before attempting to
“rock” the vehicle.
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between RE-
VERSE and 1st gear. Usually the least accelerator pedal
pressure to maintain the rocking motion without spin-
ning the wheels is most effective.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause axle, tire
damage or failure. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster
than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds
continuously without stopping when you are stuck.
And don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transaxle overheating and failure. It can
also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above
30 mph (48 km/h). Do not spin the wheels continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
360 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING! (Continued)
•You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant
or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, do not open
the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap
when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for
proper maintenance intervals.
If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains a
considerable amount of sediment, clean and flush with a
reliable cooling system cleaner. Follow with a thorough
rinsing to remove all deposits and chemicals. Properly
dispose of old engine coolant (antifreeze).
Selection Of Coolant
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for the correct fluid type.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379
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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.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 290
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 380
Adding Fuel........................... 332
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 376
Additives, Fuel......................... 331
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 372
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 374
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 248
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............374,375
Air Conditioning System.................. 374
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 310
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment.....................53,55
Airbag Light.....................54,57,70,168
Airbag Maintenance....................... 57
Airbag, Side............................ 55
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain).............49,55
Alarm Light........................... 172
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 19Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 236
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........379,404,405
Capacities........................... 404
Disposal............................ 382
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 290
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 169
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 19
Appearance Care........................ 388
Assistance Towing........................ 95
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 76
Automatic Door Locks...................28,29
Automatic Transaxle...........12,256,260,352,386
Fluid Level Check..................... 386
Interlock System....................... 262
Overheating.......................... 352
Selection Of Lubricant................... 386
Shifting............................. 262
Special Additives...................... 386
436 INDEX

Chains, Tire............................ 318
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 352
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 302
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 367
Child Restraint.......................... 60
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 64
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts........... 63
Child Safety Locks........................ 31
Child Seat.............................. 66
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 329
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 390
Climate Control......................... 242
Clock.....................189,192,206,209,219
Clutch............................... 384
Clutch Fluid........................... 384
Coin Holder........................... 153
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 241Compact Spare Tire...................... 312
Compass Variance....................... 186
Connector
UCI ................................ 229
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 229
Console.............................. 153
Contract, Service........................ 429
Coolant (Antifreeze)...................404,405
Cooling System......................... 378
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 380
Coolant Level......................379,382
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 382
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 379
Inspection........................... 382
Points to Remember.................381,383
Pressure Cap......................... 381
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)........... 379
Corrosion Protection..................... 388
Cruise Light........................... 173
438 INDEX

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Indicator.........................297,299
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 170
Fog ..........................124,177,400
Headlight Switch...................... 123
Headlights........................... 123
High Beam Indicator.................... 168
Instrument Cluster..................... 123
License............................. 401
Lights On Reminder.................... 124
Low Fuel............................ 168
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 176
Map Reading......................... 129
Off-Road............................ 127
Oil Pressure.......................... 168
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 169
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............20,172
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 172
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)........... 173Traction Control....................... 297
Turn Signal.....................123,126,400
Voltage............................. 167
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 167
Loading Vehicle......................335,336
Capacities........................... 336
Tires ............................... 305
Locks
Child Protection........................ 31
Door................................ 26
Power Door........................... 27
Steering Wheel......................... 15
Lubrication, Body....................... 375
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 159
Lumbar Support........................ 116
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 373
Maintenance, General..................... 369
Maintenance Procedures................... 369
444 INDEX

Maintenance Schedule.................... 408
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine).......................176,367
Manual, Service......................... 431
Manual Transaxle..................256,258,386
Downshifting......................... 260
Fluid Level Check...................387,388
Frequency of Fluid Change............387,388
Lubricant Selection...............386,387,388
Map/Reading Lights..................... 129
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 384
Mirrors................................ 75
Automatic Dimming..................... 76
Electric Powered....................... 79
Exterior Folding........................ 78
Outside.............................. 77
Rearview............................. 75
Vanity............................... 80
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 319
Mopar Parts.........................368,430
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 123
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 68
Occupant Restraints....................... 36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 328
Odometer............................. 175
Trip .............................173,175
Oil Change Indicator..................... 180
Oil Change Indicator, Reset................. 180
Oil, Engine.........................369,404
Capacity............................ 404
Change Interval....................... 370
Checking............................ 369
Disposal............................ 371
Filter............................... 372
Identification Logo..................... 371
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Tire Safety Information.................... 300
Tires ............................70,309,432
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 315
Air Pressure.......................... 309
Chains.............................. 318
Changing............................ 352
Compact Spare........................ 312
Flat Changing........................ 357
General Information.................... 309
High Speed.......................... 312
Inflation Pressures..................... 310
Jacking............................. 352
Life of Tires.......................... 315
Load Capacity........................ 305
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 319
Pressure Warning Light.................. 173
Quality Grading....................... 432
Radial.............................. 312
Replacement......................... 316Rotation............................ 318
Safety...........................300,309
Sizes............................... 302
Snow Tires........................... 318
Spare Tire........................... 353
Spinning............................ 314
Tread Wear Indicators................... 315
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 341
Towing............................... 337
24-Hour Towing Assistance................ 95
Disabled Vehicle....................... 361
Guide.............................. 340
Recreational.......................... 348
Weight.............................. 340
Towing Assistance........................ 95
Trailer Towing.......................... 337
Cooling System Tips.................... 347
Hitches............................. 339
Minimum Requirements................. 342
450 INDEX