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Jeep PATRIOT 2012 User Manual

Jeep PATRIOT 2012
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Patriot
Chrysler Group LLC
O W N E R S M A N U A L
2012 Patriot
12MK74-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A.
2 0 1 2
910344 Patriot OM cover.indd 1 3/31/11 10:45 AM

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Jeep PATRIOT 2012 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJeep
ModelPATRIOT 2012
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Rollover Warning

Utility vehicles have a higher rollover rate; drive carefully.

How To Use This Manual

Consult Table of Contents and Index for information.

Warnings And Cautions

Manual contains warnings for safety and cautions for vehicle damage.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

A Word About Your Keys

Basic key information.

Sentry Key Immobilizer System

Vehicle security feature.

Vehicle Security Alarm

Security feature.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

Convenience feature.

REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED

How To Use Remote Start

Operation guide.

DOOR LOCKS

Manual Door Locks

Basic operation.

Power Door Locks

Common feature.

Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors

POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED

Power Window Switches

Basic operation.

Auto-Down

Specific feature.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS

Infants And Child Restraints

Lap/Shoulder Belts

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

SAFETY TIPS

Transporting Passengers

Specific safety advice.

Exhaust Gas

Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle

Seat Belts

Maintenance.

Air Bag Warning Light

Indicator explanation.

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle

Tires

Maintenance.

Lights

Maintenance.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Mirrors

Covers inside/outside mirrors, auto-dimming, folding, and heated mirrors.

Uconnect™ Phone

Voice-activated hands-free system for phone calls.

Instrument Panel Dimming

Adjusts brightness of instrument panel lights.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instrument Cluster

Contains gauges, indicators, and displays.

Fuel Gauge/Fuel Door Reminder

Shows fuel level and fuel door location.

Charging System Light

Indicates electrical charging system status.

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light

Alerts to throttle control system problems.

STARTING AND OPERATING

Starting Procedures

Steps for adjusting seat, mirrors, and seat belts.

Manual Transmission – If Equipped

Operating a five-speed manual transmission.

Automatic Transmission – If Equipped

Shift lever positions and operation.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Hazard Warning Flashers

Emergency signaling system.

If Your Engine Overheats

Steps to reduce overheating.

Jacking And Tire Changing

Safe tire changing instructions.

Jump-Starting Procedures

Steps for safely jump-starting.

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Compartment — 2.0L

Diagram of engine components.

Engine Compartment — 2.4L

Diagram of engine components.

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II

Explains OBD II system and MIL.

Maintenance Procedures

Required maintenance services.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

If You Need Assistance

Contact points for help.

Warranty Information

Warranty details.

Reporting Safety Defects

Safety defect reporting procedure.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES

Treadwear

Tire grading based on wear rate.

Traction Grades

Tire grading for wet pavement stopping ability.

Temperature Grades

Tire grading for heat resistance.

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