2007 JEEP PATRIOT transmission oil

In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light
will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair
to the ABS system is required.
The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked
by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to
the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi-
mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless
the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.
If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected
by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.
NOTE:This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.15. Transmission Over Temp Light
During sustained high speed driving on hot
days, the automatic transaxle oil may become
too hot. If this happens, the transmission over-
heat indicator light will come on and the
vehicle will slow slightly until the automatic transaxle
cools down enough to allow a return to the requested
speed. If the high speed is maintained, the overheating
will reoccur as before in a cyclic fashion.
16. Theft Alarm Light Ð If Equipped
This light will flash rapidly for several seconds when the
alarm system is arming. The light will begin to flash
slowly indicating that the system is armed.
17. Temperature Gauge
If the pointer rises to theH(red) mark, the instrument
cluster will sound a chime. Pull over and stop the vehicle.
Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
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WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, refer to Section 7, Maintenance, of this
manual. Follow the warnings under the Cooling
System Pressure Cap paragraph.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OVERHEATING
During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up
long grades on hot days, the automatic transaxle oil may
become too hot.
If this happens, the transmission overheat in-
dicator light will come on, and the vehicle will
slow slightly until the automatic transaxle
cools down enough to allow a return to therequested speed. If the high speed is maintained, the
overheating will reoccur, as before, in a cyclic fashion.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING!
²Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The
vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You
could be crushed. Never put any part of your body
under a vehicle that is on a jack. Never start or run
the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. If you
need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
²The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing
tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the
vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should
be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or
slippery areas.
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WARNING!
Use of a brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may
result in sudden brake failure during hard prolonged
braking. You could have an accident.
CAUTION!
Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall
clutch system performance. Improper brake fluids
may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of
clutch function and the ability to shift the transaxle.
WARNING!
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter.
Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the
brake fluid as seal damage will result!
Automatic Transaxle (CVT)
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transaxle to assure optimum transaxle performance. Use
only the manufacturer's recommended transmission
fluid which has been formulated with special metal to
metal friction coefficient additives to provide the proper
368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Once a Month
²Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
²Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake/
clutch master cylinder, and manual transaxle and add
as needed.
²Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the exhaust system.
²Inspect the brake hoses.
²Inspect the CV joints (if equipped) and front suspen-
sion components.
²Check the manual transmission fluid level (if
equipped).
²Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
CAUTION!
Do not check the automatic transaxle fluid. It must be
check by a trained service technician every 15,000
miles and if required only the recommended fluid be
added. Refer to the section ªFluids, Lubricants And
Genuine Partsº for the proper fluid.
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Battery............................... 354
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 29
Belts, Drive............................ 351
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 358
B-Pillar Location........................ 281
Brake Assist System...................... 138
Brake Fluid............................ 389
Brake, Parking.......................... 270
Brake System........................272,366
Anti-Lock (ABS).................136,137,273
Hoses.............................. 366
Master Cylinder....................... 367
Parking............................. 270
Warning Light........................ 172
Brakes.............................272,366
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 241
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 69
Bulb Replacement.....................380,381
Bulbs, Light............................ 380Calibration, Compass..................... 188
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 388
Capacities, Fluid........................ 388
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 307
Oil (Engine).......................342,349
Car Washes............................ 372
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 306
Cargo Area Cover....................... 154
Cargo Area Features...................... 152
Cargo Compartment
Light............................... 152
Luggage Carrier....................... 160
Cargo Light............................ 152
Cargo Load Floor........................ 156
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 156
Catalytic Converter...................... 351
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................... 69
CD (Compact Disc) Player...............191,199
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Signals, Turn........................... 384
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 334
Snow Tires............................ 302
Spare Tire.......................289,290,327
Spark Plugs............................ 351
Specifications
Oil ................................ 349
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........127,174
Speedometer........................... 170
Starting............................... 237
Automatic Transmission................. 237
Engine Fails to Start.................... 239
Manual Transmission................... 238
Starting Procedures...................... 237
Steering
Power...........................276,357
Tilt Column.......................... 126
Wheel Lock........................... 17Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 221
Storage............................... 380
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 335
Sun Roof.............................. 146
Sun Visor Extension....................... 82
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 49
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 350
System, Navigation...................... 213
Tachometer............................ 171
Taillights.............................. 384
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......173,325
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 64
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 30
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 30
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 156
Tilt Steering Column..................... 126
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