park assist JEEP PATRIOT 2015 1.G Owners Manual

HomeLink® Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner
NOTE:HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm is active.
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink®
Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage
before you begin programming.
For more efficient programming and accurate transmis-
sion of the radio-frequency signal it is recommended that
a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of
the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink®
system.
To erase the channels place the ignition in the ON/RUN
position and push and hold the two outside HomeLink®
buttons (I and III) for up 20 seconds or until the red
indicator flashes.
NOTE:
•Erasing all channels should only be performed when
programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not
erase channels when programming additional buttons.
•If you have any problems, or require assistance, please
call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at
HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183

!AUTOSTICK..........................342
▫Autostick (Six-Speed Automatic Transmission) . .342
▫Autostick (CVT)......................344
!FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF
EQUIPPED...........................346
!ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS................346
!OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS...............347
▫When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4WD
Lock Lever Engaged...................348
▫Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand..........348
▫Hill Climbing........................350
▫Driving Through Water.................353
▫After Driving Off-Road.................354
!POWER STEERING.....................356
▫Power Steering Fluid Check..............356
!PARKING BRAKE......................357
!BRAKE SYSTEM.......................360
!ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .361
▫Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............361
▫Traction Control System (TCS)............363
▫Brake Assist System (BAS)...............364
▫Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..........365
▫Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped . . .366
▫Hill Start Assist (HSA).................367
▫Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..........369
▫ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light................373
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POWER STEERING
The standard power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical
steering capability if power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will
still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these condi-
tions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering
effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during
parking maneuvers.
NOTE:
•Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel
travel are considered normal and do not indicate that
there is a problem with the power steering system.
•Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steer-
ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time.
This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering
system. This noise should be considered normal, and it
does not in any way damage the steering system.
CAUTION!
Prolonged operation of the steering system at the end
of the steering wheel travel will increase the steering
fluid temperature and it should be avoided when
possible. Damage to the power steering pump may
occur.
Power Steering Fluid Check
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined
service interval is not required. The fluid should only be
checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are
apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-
pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through an autho-
rized dealer.
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appear in the odometer. Press and release the Trip
Odometer button located on the instrument cluster to
clear this message.
In this mode, ESC and TCS, except for the “limited slip”
feature described in the TCS section, are turned off until
the vehicle reaches a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h). At
35 mph (56 km/h) the system returns to “Partial Off”
mode, as described above. TCS remains off. When the
vehicle speed drops below 30 mph (48 km/h) the ESC
system shuts off. ESC is deactivated at low vehicle speeds
so that it will not interfere with off-road driving however,
ESC function returns to provide the stability feature at
speeds above 35 mph (56 km/h). The#ESC OFF Indicator
Light#will always be illuminated when ESC is off.
To turn ESC on again, momentarily press the “ESC Off”
switch. This will restore the “ESC On” mode of operation.
NOTE:The “ESC OFF” message will display and an
audible chime will sound when the shift lever is placed
into the PARK position from any other position, and then
moved out of the PARK position. This will occur even if
the message was previously cleared.
WARNING!
With the ESC in the%Full Off%mode, the engine
torque reduction and stability features are disabled.
In an emergency evasive maneuver, the ESC system
will not engage to assist in maintaining stability.
“ESC Off” mode is intended for off-highway or
off-road use only.
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Anti-Lock Warning Light....................218
Appearance Care.........................509
Assistance Towing.........................129
Automatic Dimming Mirror..................110
Automatic Door Locks......................32
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........307
Automatic Transaxle........................12
Fluid Level Check.......................507
Automatic Transmission....................327
Autostick.............................342
Fluid And Filter Changes..................505
Fluid Level Check.......................505
Fluid Type............................504
Gear Ranges...........................330
Special Additives.......................504
Autostick...............................342
Axle Fluid..............................529
Battery.................................487
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........25
Belts, Seat...............................102
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................490
B-Pillar Location..........................381
Brake Assist System.......................364
Brake Fluid.............................529
Brake, Parking...........................357
Brakes.................................360
Brake System............................360
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................361
Master Cylinder........................501
Parking..............................357
Warning Light.........................218
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................329
Bulb Replacement.........................522
Bulbs, Light.............................104
Calibration, Compass......................244
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........526
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INDEX 551

Untwisting Procedure.....................52
Seats..................................151
Adjustment...........................151
Heated...............................154
Lumbar Support........................157
Rear Folding..........................162
Rear Folding (Sedan).....................162
Seatback Release........................157
Tilting...............................157
Security Alarm............................18
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)..............527
SENTRY KEY®
FCC General Information..................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................15
Sentry Key Programming....................17
Sentry Key Replacement.....................16
Service Assistance.........................541
Service Contract..........................543
Service Manuals..........................546
Settings, Personal.........................240
Setting The Clock.........................248
Shift Lever Override.......................468
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission.............326
Shoulder Belts............................43
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters)............314
Signals, Turn............................104
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................398
Snow Tires..............................391
Spare Tire...............................393
Spark Plugs.............................527
Speed Control (Cruise Control)................177
Speedometer.............................218
Starting................................321
Automatic Transmission..................322
Cold Weather..........................323
Engine Fails To Start.....................323
Manual Transmission....................321
Remote...............................26
564 INDEX