4WD JEEP PATRIOT 2016 1.G User Guide

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION
This vehicle has two full time, on-demand, four-wheel-drive (4WD) systems avail-
able, Freedom Drive I and Freedom-Drive II. They provide for all-weather, all-terrain
capability for added driving security in less-than-ideal road conditions.
Freedom-Drive I Four Wheel Drive System
• The vehicle will constantly monitor wheel slippage and transfer power to the axlethat can use it the most.
• For additional traction in sand, deep snow or loose traction surfaces, the “4WD Lock” sends equal amounts of the torque to the front and rear axles at low speeds.
• To activate, pull the T-handle, located in between the front driver and passenger seats, up once and release. The “4WD Indicator Light” will come on in the cluster.
Freedom-Drive I Components
1 — Rear Differential
2 — Electronically Controlled Coupling
3 — Driveshaft
4 — Power Transfer Unit
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• This can be done on the fly, at any vehicle speed. To deactivate, simply pull on theT-handle one more time. The “4WD Indicator Light” will then turn off.
Trail Rated Freedom-Drive II Four Wheel Drive System (If Equipped) This system offers all the benefits of Freedom Drive I plus the
rugged capability of true Trail-Rated off road performance with
three additional features:
Off-Road Mode
Pulling up on the T-handle while the gear shift lever is in the Low position activates
the Off-Road mode.
This feature allows power to be sent to all four wheels when additional traction is
required while also delivering enhanced off-road capability for water fording, moving
on steep grades and rock crawling.
Brake Lock Differential
This feature helps keep the vehicle moving forward when one wheel loses traction by
directing power from the wheel that slips to the wheel with more grip on the same axle
providing more traction in off-road situations.
Hill Descent Control/Hill Start Assist
The Hill Descent Control System maintains vehicle speed while descending hills
during off-road driving situations and is available in both low and reverse gears.
This allows a smooth and controlled hill descent on rough or slippery terrain without
the driver needing to touch the brake pedal.
The Hill Start Assist system assists the driver when starting a vehicle from a stop on
a hill.
4WD T-Handle
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME,
ETC.)
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the
Ground Manual Transmission Automatic
Transmission
Flat Tow None• Transmission in
NEUTRAL
• Key in ACC
Position NOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow Front FWD Models ONLY FWD Models ONLY
Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer AllOK OK
NOTE:
• When recreational towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provin-
cial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional
details.
• Vehicles equipped with manual transmissionsmay be recreational towed (flat
towed) at any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the manual transmissionis
in NEUTRAL and the ignition key is in the ACC position.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure
all drive wheels are OFF the ground.
• DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Internal damage to the transmission or
transfer case will occur if a dolly is used when recreational towing.
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The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” starts to flash as soon as the tires
lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. If the light begins to flash during
acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be
sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. The light also
flashes when Traction Control System (TCS) is active. To improve the vehicle's
traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch
the ESC system to Partial Off mode by momentarily pushing the ESC Off
switch.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
– Turn Signal Indicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is
operated. A tone will chime, and a EVIC message will appear if either turn signal is
left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTE:
If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
– High Beam Indicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
– Front Fog Light Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
– Vehicle Security Light
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security
alarm is arming. The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is
set. The security light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is
first turned on.
– 4WD Indicator
This light indicates the vehicle is in 4-wheel drive (4WD) mode.
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is off.
– Cruise Indicator
This indicator shows that the Electronic Speed Control System is ON.
– Hill Descent Control Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when Hill Descent Control (HDC) has been selected
using the Hill Descent Control Switch.
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4. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position, but do not start theengine.
5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access port, and push and hold the override release lever forward.
7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.
8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
9. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
towing service.
Towing Con- dition Wheels OFF
the Ground Manual
Transmission 6-Speed
Automatic
(FWD Only) 6-Speed Au-
tomatic 4WD CVT Auto-
matic Trans- mission
Flat Tow NONE • Trans-
mission
in NEU-
TRAL
• Key in
ACC or
ON/RUN
position If transmis-
sion is oper- able:
• Trans- mission
in NEU-
TRAL
• 25 mph
(40 km/h)
max
speed
• 15 miles
(24 km)
max dis-
tance If transmis-
sion is oper- able:
• Trans- mission
in NEU-
TRAL
• 25 mph
(40 km/h)
max
speed
• 15 miles
(24 km)
max dis-
tance NOT AL-
LOWED
Wheel Lift
or Dolly Tow Rear
NOT AL-
LOWED NOT AL-
LOWED NOT AL-
LOWED
Front FWD Models
ONLY OKNOT AL-
LOWED FWD Models
ONLY
Flatbed ALLBEST
METHOD BEST
METHOD BEST
METHOD BEST
METHOD
Refer to” Towing A Disabled Vehicle” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further
information.
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FUSES
Integrated Power Module (IPM)
The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air
cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label that
identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover. Refer to
“Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Cavity Cartridge FuseMini-FuseDescription
1 20 Amp Blue –Trailer Tow – If
Equipped
2 –15 Amp Lt Blue AWD/4WD Control
Module – If Equipped
3 – 10 Amp Red Rear Center Brake
Light Switch
4 – 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch/Clock
Spring
5 –15 Amp Lt Blue Battery Feed For Power
Tech
6 – 10 Amp Red Power Mirror/Steering
Control Satellite Radio/Hands-Free Phone
7 –30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw
8 –30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw
9 40 Amp Green –Power Seats
10 –20 Amp Yellow Power Locks/Interior
Lighting
11 –15 Amp Lt Blue Power Outlet
12 –20 Amp Yellow 115V AC Inverter – If
Equipped
13 –20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter
14 –10 Amp Red Instrument Cluster
15 40 Amp Green –Radiator Fan
16 –15 Amp Lt Blue Dome Lamp/Sunroof/
Rear Wiper Motor
17 –10 Amp Red Wireless Control Mod-
ule
18 40 Amp Green –Auto Shutdown Relay
19 –20 Amp Yellow Radio Amplifiers
20 –15 Amp Lt Blue Radio
21 –10 Amp Red Intrusion Module/Siren
– If Equipped
22 –10 Amp Red Heating, AC/Compass
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