JEEP PATRIOT 2016 1.G Owners Manual

WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of FCA US LLC
warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
MOPAR PARTS
MOPAR fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They are recom-
mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the vehicle
operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153),
or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Adminis-
trator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West
Building, Washington, D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
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defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans-
port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and
Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/
roadsafety/
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Service Manuals
These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor-
mation that students and professional technicians need in
diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain-
ing, servicing, and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system,
and/or components is written in straightforward lan-
guage with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams,
charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals
make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix
problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and
features. They show exactly how to find and correct
problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshoot-
ing and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests
and a complete list of all tools and equipment.
Owner’s Manuals
These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you
with specific FCA US LLC vehicles. Included are starting,
operating, emergency and maintenance procedures as well
as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal
safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and Arepresent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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INDEX
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............509
Adding Fuel ............................ .428
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .504
Additives, Fuel .......................... .426
Adjust Down .............................. .151
Forward ............................. .151
Rearward ............................ .151
Up ................................ .151
AirBag.................................60 Advance Front Air Bag ....................62
Air Bag Operation .......................63
Air Bag Warning Light ....................71
Enhanced Accident Response ................70
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................74
FrontAirBag...........................60
If A Deployment Occurs ...................69
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................64
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............73Side Air Bags
...........................64
Transporting Pets ........................96
Air Bag Deployment ........................60
Air Bag Light ...................... .71, 99, 225
Air Bag Maintenance .......................73
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .499
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................501
Air Conditioning ......................... .316
Air Conditioning Controls ...................316
Air Conditioning Filter ..................328, 502
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ...........326, 329
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................501
Air Conditioning System .............316, 320, 501
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .401
Alarm (Security Alarm) .....................228
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Antenna, Satellite Radio .................277, 303
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............508, 537
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Capacities........................... .537
Disposal ..............................511
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................374
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................239
Appearance Care ........................ .521
Assistance Towing ........................ .127
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .377
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................108
Automatic Door Locks ....................32, 33
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........320
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Fluid Level Check ...................... .519
Automatic Transmission ...........341, 343, 516, 518
Autostick ............................ .355
Fluid And Filter Changes ..............517, 519
Fluid Level Check ...................... .517
Fluid Type .....................516, 518, 540
Gear Ranges ...................... .344, 351
Special Additives ....................516, 518 Autostick
........................... .355, 357
Axle Fluid ............................. .540
Battery ............................ .230, 499
Charging System Light ...................230
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........24
Belts, Seat ...............................99
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................503
B-Pillar Location ......................... .395
Brake Assist System ...................... .377
Brake Fluid ............................ .540
Brake, Parking .......................... .370
Brakes ................................ .373
Brake System ........................ .373, 513
Master Cylinder ....................... .514
Parking ............................. .370
Warning Light ........................ .226
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................343
Bulb
Replacement ..................... .534, 535
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Bulbs, Light......................... .101, 534
Calibration, Compass ..................... .258
Camera, Rear ........................... .179
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........537
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .537
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .428
Oil (Engine) ....................489, 490, 497
Power Steering ........................ .369
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................511
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................98, 428
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .203
Cargo Area Features ...................... .203
Cargo Compartment ...................... .203
Light ............................... .203
Luggage Carrier ....................... .210
Cargo Light ............................ .203
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .205Cargo Tie-Downs
........................ .206
Car Washes ............................ .522
Cellular Phone ...........................112
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............537
Chains, Tire ............................ .412
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .454
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .390
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .492
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............97
Checks, Safety ............................97
Child Restraint ............................75
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................80
Child Restraints .........................75
Child Seat Installation .....................93
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........89
Infants And Child Restraints ................78
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....88
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Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt..................................90
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......82
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........78
Seating Positions ........................81
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .424
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .524
Climate Control ......................... .316
Clock .......................... .262, 282, 291
Clutch ................................ .514
Clutch Fluid ............................ .514
Coin Holder ............................ .202
Cold Weather Operation ....................337
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............315
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .407
Compass .............................. .246
Compass Calibration ...................... .258Compass Variance
........................ .258
Connector UCI................................ .306
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........306
Console ............................... .202
Contract, Service ......................... .557
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................... .537
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........511
Cooling System .......................... .507
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............509
Coolant Level ..................... .507, 512
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................511
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................508
Inspection ........................... .512
Points To Remember .....................512
Pressure Cap ..........................511
Radiator Cap ..........................511
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .........508, 538
Corrosion Protection ...................... .521
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Cupholders............................ .202
Customer Assistance ...................... .555
Data Recorder, Event .......................74
Dealer Service ........................... .494
Defroster, Rear Window .....................209
Defroster, Windshield .............99, 319, 324, 325
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................172
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................491
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................167
Dipsticks Power Steering ........................ .369
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................511
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......34
Door Locks ............................29
KeyFob...............................29
Remote ...............................29 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
................29
Door Locks, Automatic ......................32
Door Opener, Garage ...................... .181
Downshifting ........................... .341
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ..................... .155
Driving ............................... .359
Off-Pavement ......................... .360
Off-Road ............................ .360
Electrical Power Outlets .....................194
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................110
Electronic Brake Control System ...............374
Anti-Lock Brake System ..................374
Electronic Roll Mitigation .................386
Traction Control System ...................380
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........175
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............381
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........231
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......248
568 INDEX