snow chains JEEP PATRIOT 2010 1.G Owners Manual

▫Brake Assist System (BAS) .............. 322
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ........... 323
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ......... 323
▫ Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped . . 324
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual
Transmission Or Off-Road Package Only .... 326
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ......... 327
 Tire Safety Information ................. 332
▫ Tire Markings ....................... 332
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ......... 336
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ......... 337
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure .......... 338
 Tires — General Information ............. 342▫
Tire Pressure ....................... 342
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ................ 343
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . 345
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... 345
▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ........ 345
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... 346
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ................. 347
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ 348
▫ Replacement Tires .................... 348
 Tire Chains .......................... 349
 Snow Tires .......................... 350
 Tire Rotation Recommendations ........... 350
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Partial Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models) or On
(Two-Wheel Drive Models)
This mode is entered by momentarily pressing the “ESC
Off” switch. When in “Partial Off” mode, the “ESC Off
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 ESC would
normally allow is required to gain traction.
To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off”
switch. This will restore the normal “ESC 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 “ESC Off” switch. Once the situa-
tion requiring ESC to be switched to the “Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily
pressing the “ESC Off” switch. This may be done while
the vehicle is in motion.
Full Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use
when ESC stability features could inhibit vehicle maneu-
verability due to trail conditions. This mode is entered by
pressing and holding the “ESC Off” switch for five
seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is
running. After five seconds, the “ESC Off Indicator
Light” will illuminate and the “ESC Off” message will
appear in the odometer. Press and release the Trip
Odometer button located on the instrument cluster to
clear this message.
In this mode, ESC is turned off until the vehicle reaches
a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h). At 35 mph (56 km/h) the
system returns to “Partial Off” mode, as described above.
When the vehicle speed drops below 30 mph (48 km/h)
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CAUTION!
Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are
used.
SNOW TIRES
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during Winter. Standard tires are of the all-season type
and satisfy this requirement as indicated by the M+S
designation on the tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and
type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the
safety and handling of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should
not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph
(120 km/h).
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at
different loads and perform different steering, driving,
and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with
aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type
tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain
mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a
smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals. More frequent rotation is permissible if
desired. The reasons for any rapid or unusual wear
should be corrected prior to rotation being performed.
The suggested rotation method is shown in the following
diagram.
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Check TPMS Warnings
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 20 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 20 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. In addition, the EVIC will
display a “CHECK TPM SYSTEM” message for three
seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of the
pressure values.
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, and the EVIC will display a “CHECK TPM SYS-
TEM” message for three seconds and then display dashes
(- -) in place of the pressure values.
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Sentry Key Replacement................... 15
Service Assistance ....................... 469
Service Contract ......................... 471
Service Manuals ........................ 473
Setting the Clock .............214,229,230,234,243
Settings, Personal ........................ 207
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle .............. 294
Shoulder Belts ........................... 38
Side Airbag ............................. 66
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .......... 281
Signals, Turn ...................... 85,190,441
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 301
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 349
Snow Tires ............................ 350
Spare Tire .......................... 345,386
Specifications Oil ................................ 408
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........152,195
Speedometer ........................... 190 Starting
............................... 290
Automatic Transmission ................. 290
Engine Fails to Start .................... 292
Manual Transmission ................... 290
Remote .............................. 25
Starting Procedures ...................... 290
Steering Power ........................... 314,315
Tilt Column .......................... 151
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls .............................. 268
Storage ............................ 170,437
Storage Bin ............................ 170
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 281
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 396
Sun Roof .............................. 162
Sun Visor Extension ....................... 96
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 56
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 409
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System, Remote Starting.................... 25
Tachometer ............................ 191
Taillights .............................. 441
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 274
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......195,385
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 77
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 17
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 17
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 176
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 151
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 338
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 336
Tire Markings .......................... 332
Tire Safety Information .................... 332
Tires ............................ 85,342,475
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 348
Air Pressure .......................... 342
Chains .............................. 349 Changing
............................ 386
Compact Spare ........................ 345
Flat Changing ........................ 391
General Information .................... 342
High Speed .......................... 345
Inflation Pressures ..................... 343
Jacking ............................. 386
Life of Tires .......................... 348
Load Capacity ..................... 338,339
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 351
Pressure Warning Light .................. 196
Quality Grading ....................... 475
Radial .............................. 345
Replacement ......................... 348
Rotation ............................ 350
Safety ........................... 332,342
Sizes ............................... 334
Snow Tires ........................... 350
Spare Tire ........................... 386
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