oil level JEEP PATRIOT 2017 1.G Owners Manual

CHAngE OIL
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indi-
cator system. The odometer display will toggle between
CHAngEandOilfor approximately 12 seconds, after a
single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled
oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system
is duty cycle-based, which means the engine oil change
interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal
driving style.
5. Fuel Gauge
•The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank
when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position
•
The fuel pump symbol points to the side of the
vehicle where the fuel door is located. WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IMPORTANT:
The warning/indicator light switches on in
the instrument panel together with a dedicated message
and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These indications
are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be
considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to the infor-
mation contained in the Owner Manual, which you are
advised to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to the
information in this chapter in the event of a failure indica-
tion.
All active telltales will display first, if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle status. Some tell-
tales are optional and may not appear.
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Oil Pressure Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle
and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how much oil
is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Battery Charge Warning Light
Red Telltale
Light What It Means
Battery Charge Warning Light
This light illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is
running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible. This indicates a possible problem with the electrical system or a related compo-
nent.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump-Starting” in “In Case Of Emergency.”
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NOTE:If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Instrument Cluster Display Functions
• Compass/Temperature/Audio
• Average Fuel Economy
• Distance To Empty (DTE)
• Units In
• Elapsed Time
• Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
• Personal Settings
To Reset The Display
Pushing and holding the rightarrow button once will
clear the function currently being displayed. Reset will
only occur if a resettable function is currently being
displayed. To reset all resettable functions, push and
release the right
arrow button a second time within
three seconds of resetting the currently displayed func-
tion. Reset ALL will be displayed during this three-
second window. Compass/Temperature/Audio
Push and release the
compassbutton to display one of
eight compass headings to indicate the direction the ve-
hicle is facing, the outside temperature, and the current
radio station.
Average Fuel Economy
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset
(pushing and holding the right
arrow button as
prompted in the instrument cluster display to reset). When
the fuel economy is reset, the display will read “RESET” or
show dashes for two seconds. Then, the history informa-
tion will be erased, and the averaging will continue from
the last fuel reading before the reset.
Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the
fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous
and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level. This is not resettable.
NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
SCHEDULED SERVICING ..................277
▫ Maintenance Plan ...................... .278
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................282
▫ 2.0L Engine ......................... .282
▫ 2.4L Engine ......................... .283
▫ Checking Oil Level .....................284
▫ Cooling System ....................... .284
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ...................285
 DEALER SERVICE ...................... .285
▫ Engine Oil .......................... .286
▫ Engine Oil Filter ...................... .287
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ..............287
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter .................289
▫ Body Lubrication ..................... .290▫
Windshield Wiper Blades .................290
▫ Exhaust System ....................... .291
▫ Cooling System ....................... .292
▫ Brake System ........................ .297
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........298
▫ Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) —
If Equipped ......................... .299
▫ Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If Equipped . .300
▫ Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) — AWD/4WD
Models Only ......................... .301
▫ Power Transfer Unit (PTU) — AWD/4WD
Models Only ......................... .302
 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..................302
 TIRES ............................... .302
▫ T
ire Safety Information ..................302
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Maintenance Plan
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” on the following pages for
the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular
wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and
park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be
maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight. Checking
engine oil level when the engine is cold will give you an
incorrect reading.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and
only when the engine is hot, will improve the accuracy of
the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the
range markings on the dipstick. The range markings will
consist of a crosshatch zone which depicts the MIN at the
low end of the range and MAX at the high end of the range.
Adding 1 quart (1 liter) of oil when the reading is at the low
end of the indicated range will result in the oil level at the
full end of the indicator range.
CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine will
cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure
and an increase in oil temperature. This could damage
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your engine. Also, be sure the oil fill cap is replaced
and tightened after adding oil.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan, discon-
nect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to
the OFF position. The fan is temperature controlled
and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where appli-
cable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in
appearance, the system should be drained, flushed, and
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Fluid Level Check
Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for leakage. If
leakage is detected, check the fluid level by removing the
fill plug. The fluid level should be maintained between the
bottom of the fill hole to 1/8 inch (4 mm) below the fill
hole.
Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Frequency Of Fluid Change
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) — AWD/4WD Models
Only
Lubricant Selection
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended fluid. Refer to
“Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for
further information.
Fluid Level Check
Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for leakage. If
leakage is detected, Check the fluid level by removing thefill plug. The fluid level should be maintained between the
bottom of the fill hole to 1/8 inch (4 mm) below the fill
hole.
Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Frequency Of Fluid Change
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the proper mainte-
nance intervals.
RAISING THE VEHICLE
In the case where it is necessary to raise the vehicle, go to
an authorized dealer or service station.
TIRES
Tire Safety Information
Tire safety information will cover aspects of the following
information: Tire Markings, Tire Identification Numbers,
Tire Terminology and Definitions, Tire Pressures and Tire
Loading.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons51 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20,
API Certified) 4.5 Quarts
4.26 Liters
Cooling System *
2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR
Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 335

Dimmer Switch, Headlight.....................47
Dipsticks Power Steering ......................... .213
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................296
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......32
Door Locks ..............................28
KeyFob................................28
Remote ................................28
Remote Keyless Entry ......................28
Door Locks, Automatic .......................30
Door Opener, Garage .........................77
Downshifting ............................ .202
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................35
Driving ................................. .233
Off-Pavement .......................... .233
Off-Road ............................. .233
Electrical Power Outlets .......................87
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................45
Electronic Brake Control System ................131
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................130
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................138
Traction Control System ....................134 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)
.........214
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............134
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........103
Emergency, In Case Of Jacking ........................... .249, 302
Jump Starting .......................... .265
Towing ............................... .272
Emission Control System Maintenance ............127
Engine .............................. .282, 283
Air Cleaner ............................ .289
Block Heater ........................... .197
Break-In Recommendations .................197
Checking Oil Level ...................... .284
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................284, 293, 336
Cooling ........................... .284, 292
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................189, 334
Jump Starting .......................... .265
O

il ........................... .286, 335, 336
Oil Filler Cap .....................282, 283, 286
Oil Filter .............................. .287
Oil Selection ........................... .286
Oil Synthetic ........................... .287
Overheating ........................... .268
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........172, 274
Ethanol ................................. .331
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Exhaust Gas Caution.....................189, 334
Exhaust System ....................... .189, 291
Exterior Lights ......................... .46, 192
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .289
Air Conditioning ..................... .65, 288
Engine Oil ......................... .287, 336
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .287
Flashers Hazard Warning ........................ .243
Turn Signal ......................113, 192, 245
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .196
Fluid, Brake ............................. .338
Fluid Capacities ........................... .335
Fluid Leaks .............................. .192
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle ..................... .301
Automatic Transmission ....................300
Cooling System ..................... .284, 293
Power Steering ......................... .213
Fog Lights ............................ .48, 245
Folding Rear Seat ...........................38
Four-Way Hazard Flasher .....................243
Four Wheel Drive ......................... .212Systems
.............................. .212
Four Wheel Drive Operation ..................212
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .270
Fuel ................................... .331
Adding .............................. .219
Additives ............................. .333
Capacity .............................. .335
Clean Air ............................. .331
Ethanol .............................. .331
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ..................... .219
Gasoline .............................. .331
Light ................................ .109
Materials Added ........................ .333
Methanol ............................. .331
Octane

Rating....................... .331, 336
Tank Capacity .......................... .335
Fueling ................................. .219
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .............77, 82
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ..............127, 219, 220
Gasoline, Clean Air ........................ .331
Gasoline (Fuel) ........................ .331, 335
Gasoline, Reformulated ..................... .331
Gear Ranges .......................... .204, 209
Gear Select Lever Override ....................269
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