odometer JEEP PATRIOT 2014 1.G User Guide

WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
• Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may
result in false speedometer and odometer readings.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and may cause the MIL to turn on.
• A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
NOTE:
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
• Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you hear one
click. This is an indication that cap is properly tight-
ened. •
If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time
the vehicle is refueled.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose or improperly installed, a “gASCAP”
message will be displayed in the Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter in the instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster Description” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information. Tighten the fuel filler cap
properly and press the odometer/trip odometer RESET
button to turn the message off. If the problem continues,
the message will appear the next time the vehicle is
started. Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or
improperly installed. A “gASCAP” message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
a clicking sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
RESET button to turn off the message. If the problem7
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that service
is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as
frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold
ambient temperatures will influence when the “Change
Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Instrument Clus-
ter Descriptions” or “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
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Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................413
Gasoline ............................. .408
Gauge .............................. .214
Light ............................... .215
Materials Added ........................411
Methanol ............................ .409
Octane Rating ......................... .408
Requirements ......................... .408
Tank Capacity ......................... .521
Fueling ............................... .413
Fuel System Caution ...................... .414
Fuses ................................. .512
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............177
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................413
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .409
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .408
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................409 Gauges
Coolant Temperature .....................220
Fuel ................................ .214
Odometer ............................ .223
Tachometer ........................... .217
Gear Ranges ............................ .329
Gear Select Lever Override ..................464
General Information ...................... .142
Glass Cleaning .......................... .510
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................419
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................416
GVWR ................................ .416
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ...............110
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................435
Headlights ............................. .519
Cleaning ............................ .510
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........167
Passing ............................. .167
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Fluid Level Check...................... .504
Frequency of Fluid Change ................504
Lubricant Selection ..................... .504
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .168
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................498
Methanol .............................. .409
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .228
Mirrors ............................... .106
Automatic Dimming .....................107
Electric Powered ....................... .108
Exterior Folding ....................... .108
Heated .............................. .109
Outside ............................. .108
Rearview ............................ .106
Vanity ...............................110
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................398
Mopar Parts ............................ .477
MTBE/ETBE ........................... .409Multi-Function Control Lever
.................164
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................95
Occupant Restraints ........................67
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................39
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................408
Odometer .............................. .223
Trip ................................ .221
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .234
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................234
Oil, Engine ............................. .479
Capacity ............................ .521
Change Interval ....................... .480
Checking ............................ .479
Disposal ............................. .482
Filter ............................... .482
Filter Disposal ........................ .482
Identification Logo ..................... .481
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Trailer Towing.......................... .418
Cooling System Tips .....................431
Hitches ............................. .421
Minimum Requirements ..................424
Tips................................ .429
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................423
Wiring .............................. .428
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .422
Trailer Weight ........................... .422
Transaxle Automatic .............................12
Transmission Automatic ........................... .326
Fluid ............................... .500
Manual ............................. .323
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .177
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .394
Trip Computer .......................... .228Trip Odometer
.......................... .223
Trip Odometer Reset Button ..................221
Turn Signals ............................ .166
UCI Connector .......................... .290
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............129
Operation .............................112
Phone Call Features .....................120
Phone Features ........................ .123
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect®
Phone .............................. .130
Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode ........272
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............267
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........264
Playing MP3 Files ...................... .269
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio Multimedia Satellite Radio .................259
562 INDEX