2007 JEEP PATRIOT windshield wipers

NFront Seat Adjustment..................108
NManual Seat Height Adjustment Ð If
Equipped...........................109
NManual LumbarÐ If Equipped............109
NDriver's Seat Back Recline...............110
NAdjustable Head Restraints..............110
NHeated Seats Ð If Equipped.............111
NFold Flat Front Passenger Seat............113
NFolding Rear Seat.....................114
NReclining Rear Seat Ð If Equipped.........115
mTo Open And Close The Hood.............116
mLights...............................118
NMap/Reading Lights...................118NMulti-Function Control Lever.............119
NHeadlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights.............................119
NLights-On Reminder...................120
NFog Lights Ð If Equipped...............121
NTurn Signals.........................121
NHighbeam/Lowbeam Select Switch.........122
NPassing Light........................123
mDaytime Running Lights (DRL) Ð If Equipped . . 123
NFunctionality........................123
mWindshield Wipers And Washers...........123
NWindshield Washers...................123
NMist Feature.........................124
74 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the Multi-Function Control Lever toward
you. This will cause the headlights to turn on at high
beam and remain on until the lever is released.
NOTE:If the Multi-Function Control Lever is held in
the flash to pass position for more than 15 seconds, the
high beams will shut off. If this occurs, wait 30 seconds
for the next flash to pass operation.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Ð If Equipped
Functionality
The high beam lights will come on as Daytime Running
Lights (DRL) at DRL intensity (lower), whenever the
ignition is on, the engine is running, the headlight switch
is off, the parking brake is off, the turn signal is off, and
the gear shift is in any position except park.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch
on the control lever. The lever is located on the
right side of the steering column.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and
hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in
the delay range, the wiper will operate in low speed for
two wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then
resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
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If the lever is pulled while in the OFF position, the wipers
will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn OFF.Mist Feature
Push down on the wiper control lever to activate a single
wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from
a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the
wipers will continue to operate.
Rear Washer control
Mist Control
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and
allow the wipers to return to the park position before
turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on
and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to
the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is
restarted.
Windshield Wiper Operation
Turn the end of the handle to select the desired wiper
speed.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions
make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-
tween cycles, desirable. Select the delay interval by
turning the end of the lever. Rotate the knob upward
(clockwise) to decrease the delay time and downward
Wiper Control
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Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, doors, liftgate and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned should be
wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insure proper function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant such as MopartLock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner or use the washer solvent. This
will remove accumulations of salt, waxes or road film
and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the windshield. make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to
avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of
contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the glass.
358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Crankcase Emission Control System.......... 353
Cruise Light........................... 174
Cup Holder............................ 151
Customer Assistance..................... 412
Data Recorder, Event...................... 58
Dealer Service.......................... 346
Defroster, Rear Window................... 159
Defroster, Windshield...................71,225
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 125
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 343
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 122
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 363
Engine Oil........................... 350
Door Locks............................. 18
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 20
Door Opener, Garage..................... 130
Downshifting.......................... 245Drive Belts............................ 351
Driver's Seat Back Tilt.................... 110
Driving
Off-Pavement......................... 247
Off-Road............................ 247
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 334
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 80
Electrical Power Outlets................... 149
Electronic Brake Control System............. 137
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 137
Brake Assist System.................... 138
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 139
Electronic Stability Program............... 141
Traction Control System................. 138
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 127
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 141
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 179
INDEX 425
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Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).......... 30
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . 169
Warnings and Cautions..................... 7
Warranty Information..................... 415
Washer, Adding Fluid..................126,159
Washers, Windshield..................... 123
Washing Vehicle......................... 372
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 294
Wheel and Wheel Trim.................... 373
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care................ 373Wind Buffeting......................... 148
Window Airbag (Side Curtain).............50,55
Window Fogging........................ 230
Windows.............................. 34
Power............................... 34
Windshield Washers...................... 123
Windshield Wipers....................123,358
Wiper Blade Replacement.................. 358
Wipers, Intermittent...................... 125
YES EssentialstFabric Cleaning Procedure...... 373
438 INDEX