cruise control JEEP PATRIOT 2013 1.G Owners Manual

NOTE:In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-
tronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut
down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at
the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control
System can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic
Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired
vehicle set speed.
To Activate
Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in
the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system
off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The Cruise
Indicator Light will turn off. The system should be
turned off when not in use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
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Electronic Speed Control Buttons
1 — ON/OFF 2 — RES +
4 — CANCEL 3 — SET -
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173

18. Cruise Indicator — If EquippedThis indicator shows that the Electronic Speed
Control System is ON.
19. 4WD Indicator Light
This light indicates the vehicle is in 4WD Locked mode.
20. Shift Lever Indicator
The Shift Lever Indicator is self-contained within the
instrument cluster. It displays the gear position of the
automatic transmission.
NOTE: You must apply the brakes before shifting from
PARK. 21. Odometer/Trip Odometer Display Reset Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of the two trip odometer settings. Trip A or Trip B
will appear when in the trip odometer mode. Push in and
hold the button for two seconds to reset the trip odometer
to 0 miles (0 km). The odometer must be in Trip mode to
reset.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) in the instrument
cluster, refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center —
If Equipped” for further information.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219

Disposal of Used Coolant.................460
Drain, Flush, and Refill ..................457
Inspection ........................... .460
Points to Remember .....................461
Pressure Cap ......................... .459
Radiator Cap ......................... .459
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ............458
Corrosion Protection ...................... .468
Cruise Light ............................ .219
Cupholders ............................ .196
Customer Assistance ...................... .495
Data Recorder, Event .......................74
Dealer Service ........................... .443
Defroster, Rear Window .....................204
Defroster, Windshield .......................99
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................170
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................441
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................165 Dipsticks
Power Steering ....................... .339
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............460
Door Locks ..............................29
Door Locks, Automatic ......................31
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .176
Downshifting ........................... .318
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ..................... .153
Driving ............................... .329
Off-Pavement ........................ .330
Off-Road ............................ .330
Electrical Power Outlets .....................188
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................109
Electronic Brake Control System ...............346
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................346
Brake Assist System .....................347
Electronic Roll Mitigation .................348
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Traction Control System..................346
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........172
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............352
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......228
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ............................. .415
Jump Starting ........................ .427
Towing ............................. .434
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........442
Engine ................................ .439
Air Cleaner .......................... .448
Block Heater ......................... .316
Break-In Recommendations ................96
Checking Oil Level .....................445
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................457
Cooling ............................. .457
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................97
Fuel Requirements ..................... .389
Jump Starting ........................ .427Oil ................................
.445
Oil Filler Cap ........................ .439
Oil Selection ......................... .446
Oil Synthetic ......................... .447
Overheating ......................... .414
Temperature Gauge .....................218
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Ethanol ............................... .390
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................39
Exhaust System ...........................97
Exterior Lights .......................... .100
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .448
Air Conditioning ...................... .307
Engine Oil ........................... .447
Engine Oil Disposal .....................447
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Rear Seat.............................43
Untwisting Procedure ....................52
Seats ................................. .147
Adjustment .......................... .147
Heated ............................. .149
Lumbar Support ...................... .152
Rear Folding ......................... .158
Rear Folding (Sedan) ....................158
Seatback Release ...................... .153
Tilting .............................. .153
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................15
Sentry Key Programming ....................17
Sentry Key Replacement .....................16
Service Assistance ........................ .495
Service Contract ......................... .497
Service Manuals ......................... .500
Settings, Personal ........................ .233
Setting the Clock ......................... .241Shift Lever Override
...................... .433
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission .............318
Shoulder Belts ............................43
Side Airbag ..............................70
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) ............307
Signals, Turn ........................... .100
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................378
Snow Tires ............................. .372
Spare Tire .............................. .373
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................172
Speedometer ............................ .213
Starting ............................... .313
Automatic Transmission ..................314
Cold Weather ........................ .315
Engine Fails to Start .....................315
Manual Transmission ....................313
Remote ...............................26
Starting Procedures ....................... .313
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