TPMS JEEP PATRIOT 2016 1.G User Guide

– Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
This light informs you of a problem with the system.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
PARK position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable.
However, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the
engine is running, immediate service is required, and you may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall, and your vehicle may require
towing.
– Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible
and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST
THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE
VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE
DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES
BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is
the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
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When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunc-
tion indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons,
including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunc-
tion telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that
the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air
temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage,
especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the
outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be
increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this
outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your
vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermar-
ket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or
balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors
may result.
– Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking
brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake
is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the brake
system master cylinder reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid
level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake
hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been
detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
system. In this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected.
If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
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UTILITY
How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Patriot? pg. 87
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 90
How do I change a flat tire? pg. 96
How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 103
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 123
What type of oil do I use? pg. 116
How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 118
What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 125
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light ................93
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light...........90
FrontFogLightIndicator .....94
HighBeamIndicator .......94
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights ................89
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL).................93
Oil Pressure Warning Light ....89
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Light ............90
Turn Signal Indicator .......94
Vehicle Security Light .......94
Clutch .................118
ClutchFluid..............118
Compact Spare Tire ..........126
Compass Calibration ..........78
Coolant (Antifreeze) .........116
Cooling System ............118
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . .118
Coolant Level ...........118
Disposal Of Used Coolant ....118
Drain, Flush, And Refill .....118
Inspection ............118
Points To Remember ......118
Pressure Cap ...........118
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze) ........116, 118
Corrosion Protection .........118
Customer Assistance ......129, 130
Defects, Reporting ..........130
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ......32
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ......30
Disabled Vehicle Towing ........89
Disarming, Security System ......12
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .118
Driver's Seat Back Tilt .........26
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System . . .42
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................34
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .93 Electronic Throttle Control Warning
Light.................90
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ................79
Average Fuel Consumption ....78
Distance Traveled .........78
Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter(EVIC) ..............78
ExitMenu ..............78
Language (Selecting The
Language) ..............79
Travel Time .............78
Trip Functions ...........78
Units (Set Units) ..........79
Emergency, In Case Of Jacking ...............96
Jump Starting ..........103
Overheating ............95
Towing ............89,107
Engine Air Cleaner ............118
Break-In Recommendations . . .29
Checking Oil Level ........118
Compartment ........112, 114
Coolant (Antifreeze) .......116
Cooling ...............118
Jump Starting ..........103
Oil .............. 116, 118
Oil Filler Cap ...........118
Oil

Selection ...........118
Overheating ............95
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ...............109
Exhaust System ............118
Filters Air Cleaner ............118
EngineOil ......... 116, 118
Engine Oil Disposal .......118
Flashers TurnSignal .............94
Fluid, Brake ..............117
Fluid Capacities ............116
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ................116
FogLights .............30,94
FoldingRearSeat ...........26
FoldingRearSeat(Sedan) ......26
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InstrumentCluster ........30
LowFuel ..............89
SeatBeltReminder ........93
Security Alarm...........94
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) ...............90
Transmission Warning .......93
TurnSignal ..........29,31
Locks Liftgate, Tailgate ..........10
Lubrication, Body ...........118
Lumbar Support ............26
Maintenance Free Battery ......118
Maintenance,General ........118
MaintenanceProcedures.......118
Maintenance Record .........122
MaintenanceSchedule........118
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)................93
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .......117
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .......118
MediaCenterRadio........51,54
MOPAR Accessories .........131
Multi-Function Control Lever .....29
Navigation ................63
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ...........63
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .63
New Vehicle Break-In Period .....29
OilChangeIndicator..........95
Oil,Engine ........... 116, 118
Capacity ..............116
Change Interval .........118
Checking .............118
Disposal ..............118
Filter ............ 116, 118
Filter Disposal ..........118
Materials Added To .......118
Recommendation .....116, 118
Viscosity .............118
Oil Filter, Selection ..........118
Oil Pressure Light ...........89
Outlet Power ................84 Overheating, Engine
..........95
PaintCare...............118
Panic Alarm ...............10
Passing Light ..............30
Phone (Pairing) .............73
Phone (Uconnect) ...........72
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .............125
Power Inverter ...............83
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ...............84
Sunroof ...............40
Power Seats Down.................24
Forward ...............24
Rearward ..............24
Tilt ..................24
Up ..................24
Power Steering Fluid .........117
Power Transfer Unit ..........117
Preparation For Jacking ........97
Programmable Electronic Features . .79
Radio Presets ........45,48,52,57
RadioOperation.....45,48,52,57
R
earCamera ..............37
Rear ParkSense System ........37
Rear Seat, Folding ...........26
Rear Wiper/Washer ...........33
Recreational Towing ..........88
Refrigerant ...............118
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Arm The Alarm ...........12
Disarm The Alarm .........12
Lock The Doors ...........10
Panic Alarm ............10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . .10
Unlock The Doors .........10
Remote Starting How To Use Remote Start .....11
KeyFob ...............11
Remote Starting System .....11
Remote Starting System ........11
Replacement Bulbs ..........128
Reporting Safety Defects .......130
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