transmission JEEP PATRIOT 2010 1.G Owner's Manual

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four
wheels on the ground)Flatbed Towing (all
four wheels suspended
OFF the ground)Front Wheels Raised,
Rear Wheels on the
GroundRear Wheels Raised,
Front Wheels on the
Ground
FWD Without a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted
FWD Automatic
Transaxle With a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method May Be Used
NOT Permitted
FWD Manual Transaxle
With a Key May be Used with the
transmission in
*NEUTRALRecommended Method May Be Used
NOT Permitted
AWD Without a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
AWD Automatic
Transaxle With a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
AWD Manual Transaxle
With a Key May be Used with the
transmission in
*NEUTRALRecommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
*To shift to NEUTRAL, there is a removable plug in the right side of the shift lever housing that allows you to insert your finger to
override the system. The ignition key must be in the ON position to use the override lever.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
• If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rockingmotion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
Then move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE. Using minimal
accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels,
is most effective.
NOTE: To improve the vehicle's traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it
may be desirable to switch the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to “Partial Off” mode by
momentarily pressing the ESC Off
switch. For further information on ESC, refer to the
Owner's Manual on the DVD.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds
may cause 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) when you are stuck. Do not
let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
CAUTION!
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between 1st and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 2.0L, 2.4L MOPAR® Antifreeze/ Coolant Five
Year/100,000 Mile Formula
HOAT (Hybrid Organic
Additive Technology) or
equivalent.7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L,
2.4L API Certified SAE 5W-20
engine oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler
Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to the
engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.4.5 Quarts (4.26 Liters)
Fuel Selection 2.0L, 2.4L 87 Octane 13.6 Gallons (51.5 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter 2.0L, 2.4L MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter or equivalent. —
Spark Plugs 2.0L, 2.4L ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043 in [1.11 mm]) —
Automatic Transaxle (CVT) MOPAR® CVTF + 4® Automatic Transaxle Fluid. —
Manual Transaxle MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent
licensed ATF+4® product. —
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR® Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API
GL 5 or equivalent
non-synthetic product. —
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPAR® Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API
GL 5 or equivalent
non-synthetic product. —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used or
equivalent. If DOT 3 is not
available, then DOT 4 is
acceptable. Use only
recommended brake fluids
or equivalent. —
Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid +4 or MOPAR®
ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid or
equivalent licensed
ATF+4® product. —
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
6,000 12,000 18,000 24,000 30,000 36,000 42,000 48,000 54,000 60,000 66,000 72,000 78,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000
Change the engine oil and filter. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Rotatethetires. XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or
off-road conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner
filter; replace if necessary. XXXX
X
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the air conditioning filter. XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints. Perform the first inspection at
12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. X
XXX
Inspect the exhaust system. Perform the first
inspection at 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months. X
XXX
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot
seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage,
wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if
necessary. XXXXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. XX
Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with
four-wheel disc brakes. XX
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your
vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, snow
plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service
(commercial service), off road, desert operation or
more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds
during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). X
Change the automatic transmission fluid & filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. X• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE