2011 Jeep Patriot Owners Manual

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Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler ® Group LLC. © 2010 Chrysler Group LLC. TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES Welcome From Chrysler Group LLC.2 Four-Wheel Drive Operation.43 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE UTILITY Driver Cockpit.4 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Instrument Cluster.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2010 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC. CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT.

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE. CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light. Oil Pressure Warning Light. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light. Airbag Warning Light. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Transmission Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light. CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator.

4WD Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator - Cruise Indicator - Hill Descent Control Indicator OFF ROAD - OFF ROAD Indicator Odometer Messages door - Door Ajar. GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate.

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Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate. GETTING STARTED WARNING!.

Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. GETTING STARTED WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle.

Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. GETTING STARTED WARNING! (Continued). After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately. CHILD RESTRAINTS.

Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. GETTING STARTED. The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback. Tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Power Seats. The power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor.

Use the switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward. GETTING STARTED Recliner.

Lift the recliner handle located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired position. Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment. The height adjustment lever is located on the outboard side of the seat.

Raise the lever to raise the seat. GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS Folding Rear Seatback.

To fold each rear seatback, pull the strap forward to move the seatback forward and flat. Reclining Rear Seatback. To recline each rear seatback, pull the strap forward just enough to release the seatback latch.

GETTING STARTED WARNING!. Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER Headlights/Parking Lights. Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights Instrument Panel Dimmer. Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation. Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF. Push the ON/OFF switch to activate the Speed Control. The cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT). While conventional automatic transmissions typically have 4, 5 or 6 speeds, the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) has an infinite number of speeds.

This allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to optimize performance and fuel economy. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation. Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position.

Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control. The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Conditioning. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF. The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening Sunroof Express. Press the switch rearward and release.

The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Closing Sunroof Express. Press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close automatically from any position. OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protection Feature.

This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically return to the open position. NOTE: Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is pressed and held during manual opening and closing of the sunroof. ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM.

ELECTRONICS. ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES) Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC). ELECTRONICS Media Center 230 (Sales Code REQ) NOTE: Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio.

You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”. ELECTRONICS Audio Jack. The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. ELECTRONICS TOUCH-SCREEN RADIO Media Center 430/430N CD/DVD/HDD (Sales Code RBZ/RHB) NOTE: Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”.

ELECTRONICS. The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device. Clock Setting. Turn the radio on, then touch the screen where the time is displayed. ELECTRONICS. Use the PAGE soft-keys to page through a list of pictures and press the picture you would like to import.

Confirm your selection by touching the YES soft-key. The imported picture is now available in the MANAGE MY PICTURES screen. ELECTRONICS. After touching one of the subcategories, follow the on-screen steps to complete the process and be routed to your destination. Setting a Home Location.

Touch the NAV soft-key in the upper-right corner of your radio screen to access the Navigation system. For vehicles not equipped with VES™, refer to your vehicle Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details. ® NOTE: The Uconnect™ Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile, Version 0.96 or higher. For Uconnect™ customer support, call 1–877–855–8400 or visit jeep.com/uconnect. ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE: Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone.

You will also need to ® follow the Bluetooth instructions in your cell phone user guide to complete the phone pairing setup. Press the Phone button to begin. It also allows you to respond by selecting from various pre-defined phrases.

Not all phones are compatible with this feature. Refer to the phone compatibility list at jeep.com/uconnect. Connected mobile phones must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your radio. ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume.

Start a dialogue by pressing the Voice Command button, then say a command (for example, “tutorial”). Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Command system is speaking. The volume setting for Voice Command is different than the audio system. USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class memory devices. For supported audio file formats, refer to the USB Port section in the Owner's Manual on the DVD.

Refer to www.jeep.com/uconnect website for a list ®. ELECTRONICS Compass Calibration. This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”.

ELECTRONICS Auto Unlock Doors On Exit. To have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened:. Enter your vehicle and close all the doors. Cycle the ignition switch between LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK four times, ending up in the LOCK position (do not start the engine). ELECTRONICS. Park your vehicle outside of the garage and turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. ®.

Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the HomeLink buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. ELECTRONICS WARNING! (Continued).

Do not run your vehicle in a closed garage or confined area while programming the transceiver. Exhaust gas from your vehicle contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous when inhaled and can cause you and others to be severely injured or killed. ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET. The power outlet is located on the instrument panel below the climate control and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. The outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter.

OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE. This feature provides full time, on-demand, four-wheel drive (4WD). OPERATION. 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. UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Recreational Towing Manual Transmission Automatic Transmis- sion Condition Vehicles Vehicles Four Wheel Flat Tow (All Never Wheels on Ground) Two Wheel Dolly Tow Never Never. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S.

ONLY. Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.

Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES.

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.

When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed.

It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Airbag Warning Light. If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately. 4WD System Fault Indicator Light. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:. If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off.

The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location. The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in the trunk. Spare Tire Stowage. The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the trunk.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES. Place the jack underneath the lift area (triangular cutout) that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING!. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.

Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations for Jump-Start. The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct. To access the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws, located on the radiator support. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES.

Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE. If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:. To access the shift lever override, locate and remove the removable plug in the right side of the shift lever housing.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE. If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion.

Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g. Name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Component Capacities Part ® Engine Coolant 2.0L, MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters) 2.4L Five Year/100,000 Mile Includes heater and Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic coolant recovery bottle Additive Technology) or filled to MAX level. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months 16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months 24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months 32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months 40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months 48,000 Miles. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (fuses). The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse Empty Empty 15 Amp Lt AWD/4WD ECU Feed Blue 10 Amp Red.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cartridge Cavity Mini-Fuse Description Fuse 20 Amp Yellow PWR Amp 1 & Amp 2 Feed 15 Amp Lt IOD Feed Radio Blue 10 Amp Red IOD Feed Intrus Mod/Siren (If Equipped) 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Heat/AC/Compass Sensor 15 Amp Lt ENG ASD Relay Feed 3. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING!. Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions.

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Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”. NOTE:. The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge websites. Click on the 'For Owners' tab, select 'Owner/Service Manuals', then select your desired model year and vehicle.

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY In Canada DEFECTS IN THE 50. If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the UNITED STATES AND Customer Service Department WASHINGTON, D.C. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to.

AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR. The following highlights just some of the many Authentic Dodge Accessories by Mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Jeep Patriot. In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved. INDEX Airbag.10 Fog Lights.17 Alarm, Panic. INDEX Maintenance Record.65 Speed Control (Cruise Control).19 Maintenance Schedule.64 Starting ® MOPAR Accessories.71 Remote. Driving anD alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum.

If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media.

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Ride with a designated non-drinking in design and specifications, and/or make additions to or sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection. Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Magnets may perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on and your judgment is impaired when you have been vehicles so equipped. Because tions and recommendations in this manual will help of the higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is out of assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.

If a malfunction occurs, the system will trap the key in the ignition cylinder to warn you that this safety feature is inoperable. The engine can be started and stopped but the key cannot be removed until you 2 obtain service. The remove the key from the ignition and lock all the system does not need to be armed or activated. To lock the electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized door, turn the key to the right.