fuel additives JEEP PATRIOT 2011 1.G Owners Manual

•drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer)
More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged
exposure to E-85 fuel.
MMT In Gasoline
MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no performance advantage
beyond gasoline of the same octane number without
MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug
life and reduces emissions system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content
of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump,
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. It is even more important to
look for gasoline without MMT in Canada, because MMT
can be used at levels higher than those allowed in the
United States. MMT is prohibited in Federal and Califor-
nia reformulated gasoline.
Materials Added To Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not needed under normal
conditions and they would result in additional cost.
Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the
fuel.
Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law.
Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance and damage the emissions control system. (Continued)
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate
service. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
•The use of fuel additives, which are now being
sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
Most of these products contain high concentra-
tions of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle
performance problems resulting from the use of
such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of
the manufacturer.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions con-
trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as
a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the
vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine
running for more than a short period, adjust the
ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into
the vehicle.
(Continued)
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity
grade for your engine.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
Materials Added To Engine Oils
Do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak
detection dyes, to your engine oil. Engine oil is an
engineered product and its performance may be im-
paired by supplemental additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filtersfrom your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station, or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 407

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 316
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 417
Adding Fuel ........................... 362
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 412
Additives, Fuel ......................... 360
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 408
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 410
Air Conditioning ........................ 274
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 274
Air Conditioning Filter .................... 285
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............410,411
Air Conditioning System .............274,278,410
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 286
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 339
Airbag .............................. 60,69
Airbag Deployment ....................... 70
Airbag Light ................... 67,68,73,85,195
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 72
Airbag, Side ...................... 63,66,68,69Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)
...........64,66,69
Alarm Light ........................... 200
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 17
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................236,261
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 316
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 196
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 17
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........416,438,439
Capacities .......................... 438
Disposal ........................... 419
Appearance Care ........................ 426
Assistance Towing ....................... 112
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 94
Automatic Door Locks ................... 29,30
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 278
Automatic Transaxle ...........12,291,296,381,423
Fluid Level Check .................... 424
Interlock System ..................... 297
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Overheating........................ 381
Selection Of Lubricant ................. 423
Shifting ........................... 298
Special Additives ..................... 424
Autostick ............................. 300
B-Pillar Location ........................ 334
Battery ............................... 409
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 23
Belts, Seat .............................. 85
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 411
Brake Assist System ...................... 319
Brake Fluid ............................ 440
Brake System ........................ 315,420
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................. 316,319
Master Cylinder ..................... 421
Parking ........................... 313
Warning Light ....................... 197 Brake, Parking
.......................... 313
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 297
Brakes ............................. 315,420
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 83
Bulb Replacement ..................... 435,436
Bulbs, Light .......................... 87,435
Calibration, Compass ..................... 218
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........ 438
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 438
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 362
Oil (Engine) ................... 399,400,407
Power Steering ...................... 313
Car Washes ............................ 426
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............84,361
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 179
Cargo Area Features ...................... 178
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FiltersAir Cleaner ......................... 408
Air Conditioning ..................... 285
Engine Oil ....................... 408,439
Flashers .............................. 380
Hazard Warning ..................... 380
Turn Signal .................... 87,195,437
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ 388
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 293
Fluid Capacities ......................... 438
Fluid Leaks ............................. 87
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle .................. 424
Power Steering ...................... 313
Fluid, Brake ........................... 440
Fluids ................................ 439
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 439
Fog Lights ....................... 149,206,436
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 144 Folding Rear Seat (Sedan)
.................. 144
Four Wheel Drive ....................... 302
Systems ........................... 302
Four Wheel Drive Operation ................ 302
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 393
Fuel .............................. 358,439
Adding ........................... 362
Additives .......................... 360
Capacity ........................... 438
Clean Air .......................... 358
Ethanol ........................... 359
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................. 362
Gasoline ........................... 358
Gauge ............................ 194
Light ............................. 195
Materials Added ..................... 360
Methanol .......................... 359
Octane Rating ....................... 358
Requirements ....................... 358
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