2008 JEEP PATRIOT steering

FUSES/INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
An Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the
engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This
center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label
that identifies each component may be printed on the
inside of the cover. Refer to “Engine Compartment” in
this section of the Owner’s Manual for the underhood
location of the IPM.
Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
1 Empty Empty
2 15 Amp
Lt BlueAWD/4WD ECU
Feed
3 10 Amp
RedCHMSL Brake Switch
Feed
4 10 Amp
RedIgnition Switch Feed
5 20 Amp
YellowTrailer Tow
Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
6 10 Amp
RedIOD Sw/Pwr Mir/
Ocm Steering Cntrl
Sdar/Hands-Free
Phone
7 30 Amp
GreenIOD Sense1
8 30 Amp
GreenIOD Sense2
9 40 Amp
GreenPower Seats
10 20 Amp
YellowCCN Power Locks
11 15 Amp
Lt BluePower Outlet
12 20 Amp
YellowIgn Run/Acc Inverter
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
Automatic Transaxle (CVT) Fluid MoparCVTF + 4
Manual Transaxle Fluid MoparATF+4 MS9602
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MoparGear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent non-
synthetic product.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MoparGear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent non-
synthetic product.
Brake Master Cylinder MoparDOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids or equivalent.
Power Steering Reservoir MoparPower Steering Fluid +4 or MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmis-
sion Fluid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397
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Once a Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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Materials Added to..................... 355
Recommendation...................354,395
Synthetic............................ 355
Viscosity............................ 354
Oil Pressure Light....................... 173
Onboard Diagnostic System..............349,350
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 142
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 5
Outside Air Intake....................... 233
Overdrive............................. 248
Overheating, Engine...................... 332
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 5,414
PaintCare ............................. 376
Panic Alarm............................ 21
Parking Brake.......................... 276
Passing Light........................... 125
Personal Settings........................ 187
Pets.................................. 68Phone, Cellular.......................... 82
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect) .............. 82
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 287
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 382
Door Locks........................... 27
Mirrors .............................. 80
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 152
Steering..........................282,362
Steering, Checking..................... 362
Sunroof............................. 149
Transfer Unit......................... 375
Windows............................. 32
Power Steering Fluid..................... 397
Power Transfer Unit...................... 375
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 48
Preparation for Jacking.................... 335
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 45
428 INDEX

Setting the Clock................195,197,205,218
Settings, Personal........................ 187
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle.............. 243
Shoulder Belts........................... 36
Side Airbag............................. 54
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 234
Signals, Turn........................... 389
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 275
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 300
Snow Tires............................ 310
Spare Tire.......................295,296,335
Spark Plugs............................ 356
Speakers, Fold Down..................... 161
Specifications
Oil ................................ 354
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........130,177
Speedometer........................... 173
Starting............................... 239
Automatic Transmission................. 239Engine Fails to Start.................... 241
Manual Transmission................... 239
Starting Procedures...................... 239
Steering
Power...........................282,362
TiltColumn .......................... 130
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 224
Storage............................... 385
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 342
Sun Roof.............................. 149
Sun Visor Extension....................... 82
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 48
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 355
System, Navigation...................... 217
Tachometer............................ 174
Taillights.............................. 389
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......177,333
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Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 64
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 160
Tilt Steering Column..................... 130
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 287
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 286
Tire Markings.......................... 283
Tire Safety Information.................... 283
Tires ............................ 71,291,415
Aging(LifeofTires) .................... 298
Air Pressure.......................... 291
Alignment........................... 300
Chains.............................. 300
Changing............................ 334
Compact Spare........................ 295
Flat Changing........................ 339
General Information.................... 291
High Speed.......................... 294Inflation Pressures..................... 292
Jacking............................. 334
LifeofTires .......................... 298
Load Capacity.....................287,288
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 301
Quality Grading....................... 415
Radial.............................. 295
Replacement......................... 298
Rotation............................. 300
Safety...........................283,291
Sizes ............................... 284
Snow Tires........................... 310
Spare Tire........................... 335
Spinning ............................ 297
Tread Wear Indicators................... 297
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 322
Towing ............................... 317
24-Hour Towing Assistance................ 95
Disabled Vehicle....................... 343
432 INDEX