2009 JEEP PATRIOT airbag

•The belt-positioning booster seat is for children weigh-
ing more than 40 lbs (18 kg), but who are still too small
to fit the vehicle’s seat belts properly. If the child
cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s cushion
while the child’s back is against the seatback; they
should use a belt positioning booster seat. The child
and booster seat are held in the vehicle by the lap/
shoulder belt. (Some booster seats are equipped with a
front shield and are held in the vehicle by the lap
portion.)
NOTE:For additional information refer to
www.seatcheck.org.WARNING!
•Improper installation can lead to failure of an
infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a
collision. The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions ex-
actly when installing an infant or child restraint.
•A rearward-facing child restraint should only be
used in a rear seat. A rearward-facing child re-
straint in the front seat may be struck by a deploy-
ing passenger airbag which may cause severe or
fatal injury to the infant.
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•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown under “Engine Oil”, under “Maintenance Proce-
dures” in section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
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Airbag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the
tires (including spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check the area under the vehicle after overnight parking
for fuel, engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if
gasoline fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid,
transmission fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the
cause should be located and corrected immediately.
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4. Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. The
light should turn on momentarily when the engine
is started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
chime will sound for four minutes when this light turns
on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
5. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 2.0 gal
(7.8 L) this light will turn on, and remain on until
fuel is added.
6. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.7. Airbag Warning Light
This light turns on and remains on for seven
seconds as a bulb check, when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
8. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
9. High Beam Indicator
This indicator shows that the headlights are on
high beam. Push the multifunction lever forward
to switch the headlights to high beam, and pull toward
yourself (normal position) to return to low beam.
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 290
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 380
Adding Fuel........................... 332
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 376
Additives, Fuel......................... 331
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 372
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 374
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 248
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............374,375
Air Conditioning System.................. 374
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 310
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment.....................53,55
Airbag Light.....................54,57,70,168
Airbag Maintenance....................... 57
Airbag, Side............................ 55
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain).............49,55
Alarm Light........................... 172
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 19Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 236
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........379,404,405
Capacities........................... 404
Disposal............................ 382
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 290
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 169
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 19
Appearance Care........................ 388
Assistance Towing........................ 95
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 76
Automatic Door Locks...................28,29
Automatic Transaxle...........12,256,260,352,386
Fluid Level Check..................... 386
Interlock System....................... 262
Overheating.......................... 352
Selection Of Lubricant................... 386
Shifting............................. 262
Special Additives...................... 386
436 INDEX

Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 394
Interior Appearance Care.................. 391
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 131
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 353
Jack Operation.......................352,354
Jacking Instructions...................... 354
Jump Starting.......................... 358
Key, Programming........................ 18
Key, Replacement........................ 17
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 16
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System (Sedan)................ 20
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 48
Lane Change and Turn Signals.............. 400Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 37
Latches
Hood.............................. 121
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 328
Life of Tires............................ 315
Liftgate (Sedan).......................... 34
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer............. 157
Light Bulbs............................ 397
Lights..............................70,123
Airbag........................54,57,70,168
Alarm.............................. 172
Anti-Lock........................... 169
Back-Up............................ 400
Brake Warning........................ 170
Bulb Replacement...................... 398
Cargo .............................. 154
Center Mounted Stop................... 402
Daytime Running...................... 125
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 123
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Satellite Radio Antenna................... 236
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 408
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 393
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 46
Seat Belts.............................. 36
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 42
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 42
And Pregnant Women................... 48
Child Restraint........................ 60
Extender............................. 47
Front Seat............................ 37
Pretensioners.......................... 46
Rear Seat............................. 37
Seats................................. 114
Adjustment.......................... 114
Cleaning............................ 391
Head Restraints....................... 117
Heated............................. 117
Lumbar Support....................... 116Rear Folding......................... 120
Rear Folding (Sedan)................... 120
Seatback Release....................... 116
Tilting.............................. 116
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 19
Selection of Oil......................... 370
Sentry Key (Immobilizer).................16,20
Sentry Key Programming................... 18
Sentry Key Replacement................... 17
Service Assistance....................... 427
Service Contract......................... 429
Service Manuals........................ 431
Setting the Clock.............189,192,206,209,219
Settings, Personal........................ 183
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle.............. 260
Shoulder Belts........................... 37
Side Airbag............................. 55
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters).......... 250
Signals, Turn........................168,400
448 INDEX

Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 266
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 318
Snow Tires............................ 318
Spare Tire.......................312,313,353
Specifications
Oil ................................ 370
Speed Control (Cruise Control)...........134,173
Speedometer........................... 168
Starting............................... 256
Automatic Transmission................. 256
Engine Fails to Start.................... 257
Manual Transmission................... 256
Starting Procedures...................... 256
Steering
Power.............................. 286
Tilt Column.......................... 133
Wheel Lock........................... 15
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 240Storage............................151,397
Storage Bin............................ 151
Stuck, Freeing.......................... 360
Sun Roof.............................. 143
Sun Visor Extension....................... 80
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 48
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 371
Tachometer............................ 169
Taillights.............................. 400
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......172,351
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 64
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 19
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 19
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 156
Tilt Steering Column..................... 133
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 305
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 304
Tire Markings.......................... 300
INDEX 449
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