automatic transmission fluid JEEP PATRIOT 2012 1.G Owners Manual

Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping
and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy
traffic.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch
slippage.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be
changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than
45 minutes of continuous operation. Refer to the “Main-
tenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals.
Electronic Speed Control – If Equipped

Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
Cooling System
To reduce the potential for engine and transmission
overheating, take the following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, shift the trans-
mission into NEUTRAL but do not increase engine idle
speed.
Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.
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▫Exhaust System..................... 429
▫Cooling System..................... 431
▫Brake System....................... 436
▫Automatic Transmission
(CVT) – If Equipped.................. 439
▫Manual Transmission – If Equipped....... 440
▫Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) – AWD/4WD
Models Only....................... 441
▫Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – AWD/4WD
Models Only....................... 441
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion.......................... 442
Fuses.............................. 448
▫Integrated Power Module.............. 448Vehicle Storage....................... 452
Replacement Bulbs.................... 452
Bulb Replacement..................... 453
▫Headlamps........................ 453
▫Fog Lamps......................... 453
▫Rear Tail, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps . . . 453
▫License Lamps...................... 454
▫Center High-Mounted Stoplamp......... 454
Fluid Capacities...................... 454
Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts....... 455
▫Engine............................ 455
▫Chassis........................... 456
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami-
nate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could
be damaged, causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in a collision.
CAUTION!
Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall
clutch system performance. Improper brake fluids
may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of
clutch function and the ability to shift the transmis-
sion.
Automatic Transmission (CVT) – If Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended trans-
mission fluid which has been formulated with special
metal to metal friction coefficient additives to provide the
proper steel belt traction on the drive and driven pulleys.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid will cause belt slip and
result in a complete transmission failure! Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439

Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (CVT) –
If EquippedMOPARCVTF+4Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPARATF+4Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4product.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPARGear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent
non-synthetic product.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPARGear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent
non-synthetic product.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids or equivalent.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid +4, MOPARATF+4Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4product.
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56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or
42 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
56,000 miles (91 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
64,000 miles (104 000 km).
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Replace the spark plugs.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid.
❏Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
❏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.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or
90 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
120,000 miles (195 000 km).
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid
and filter.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
128,000 Miles (208,000 km) or 96 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
128,000 miles (208 000 km).
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the spark plugs.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid.
❏Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid.
❏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.
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Automatic Transmission................300,439
Fluid and Filter Changes............... 440
Fluid Level Check.................... 440
Fluid Type......................... 439
Gear Ranges........................ 303
Special Additives..................... 440
Autostick............................. 308
B-Pillar Location........................ 342
Battery............................... 423
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)..... 25
Belts, Seat.............................. 86
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 427
Brake Assist System...................... 327
Brake Fluid............................ 456
Brake System........................323,436
Anti-Lock (ABS)..................324,327
Master Cylinder..................... 437
Parking........................... 321Warning Light....................... 201
Brake, Parking.......................... 321
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 302
Brakes.............................323,436
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 84
Bulb Replacement.....................452,453
Bulbs, Light..........................88,452
Calibration, Compass..................... 222
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 454
Capacities, Fluid........................ 454
Caps, Filler
Fuel.............................. 371
Oil (Engine)...................413,414,421
Power Steering...................... 320
Car Washes............................ 443
Carbon Monoxide Warning...............85,370
Cargo Area Cover....................... 183
Cargo Area Features...................... 182
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Filters
Air Cleaner......................... 422
Air Conditioning..................288,425
Engine Oil.......................422,455
Flashers.............................. 390
Hazard Warning..................... 390
Turn Signal....................88,199,453
Flooded Engine Starting................... 297
Fluid Capacities......................... 454
Fluid Leaks............................. 88
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission................ 440
Power Steering...................... 320
Fluid, Brake........................... 456
Fluids................................ 455
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 455
Fog Lights.......................150,210,453
Folding Rear Seat........................ 145
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan).................. 145Four Wheel Drive....................... 309
Systems........................... 309
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 309
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 406
Fuel..............................367,455
Adding........................... 371
Additives.......................... 369
Capacity........................... 454
Clean Air.......................... 367
Ethanol........................... 368
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................. 371
Gasoline........................... 367
Gauge............................ 198
Light............................. 199
Materials Added..................... 369
Methanol.......................... 368
Octane Rating....................... 367
Requirements....................... 367
Tank Capacity....................... 454
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Voltage............................ 198
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 198
Loading Vehicle......................373,375
Capacities.......................... 375
Tires .............................. 342
Locks
Automatic Door...................... 31
Child Protection...................... 33
Door.............................. 29
Power Door......................... 30
Lubrication, Body....................... 427
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 189
Lumbar Support........................ 139
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 423
Maintenance Procedures................... 418
Maintenance Schedule.................... 458
Maintenance, General..................... 418
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine). . . 209,416Manual Transaxle.....................295,298
Downshifting....................... 300
Fluid Level Check.................... 441
Frequency of Fluid Change...........441,442
Lubricant Selection................... 441
Manual Transmission..................... 440
Fluid Level Check.................... 440
Frequency of Fluid Change............. 441
Lubricant Selection................... 440
Manual, Service......................... 479
Map/Reading Lights..................... 153
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 437
Methanol............................. 368
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 211
Mirrors................................ 94
Automatic Dimming................... 95
Electric Powered...................... 96
Exterior Folding...................... 98
Heated............................. 9810
INDEX 493

Transmission
Automatic.......................300,439
Fluid............................. 439
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry).................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 161
Transporting Pets........................ 84
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 352
Trip Computer.......................... 211
Trip Odometer.......................... 207
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 205
Turn Signals......................151,199,453
UCI Connector......................... 267
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone).............. 99Understanding Your Instrument Panel......... 196
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 481
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 267
Universal Transmitter..................... 161
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 367
Vanity Mirrors........................... 99
Variance, Compass....................... 222
Vehicle Certification Label................. 373
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 7
Vehicle Loading...................343,373,375
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 8
Vehicle Storage.......................287,452
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 18
Voice Recognition System (VR).............. 129
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