2009 JEEP PATRIOT radio controls

Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped........................... 240
▫Radio Operation..................... 240
▫CD Player.......................... 241
CD/DVD Maintenance.................. 241
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 242Climate Controls...................... 242
▫Manual Heating, Ventilation And Air
Conditioning (HVAC) System............ 242
▫Air Conditioning (A/C)................ 246
▫Air Filtration System — If Equipped....... 247
▫Operating Tips...................... 248
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 - Air Outlet 5 - Storage Bin 9 - Heated Seat Switch – If Equipped
2 - Demisters 6 - Glove Compartment 10 - Hazard Warning Flasher
3 - Instrument Cluster 7 - Climate Controls 11 - ESP OFF Switch – If Equipped
4 - Radio 8 - Power Outlet 12 - Heated Seat Switch – If EquippedUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165
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REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.The right-hand control is a rocker type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. Pressing the top of the switch
will increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.
The button located in the center of the right-hand control
will switch modes to Radio or CD.
The left-hand control is a rocker type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left-hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Press the top of the switch to SEEK up for the next
listenable station. Press the bottom of the switch to SEEK
down for the next listenable station.
Remote Sound System Controls
240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

NOTE:If you experience difficulty in playing a particu-
lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e. scratched, reflective
coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)
oversized, or have theft protection encoding. Try a
known good disc before considering disc player service.
RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
Manual Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning
(HVAC) System
The Manual Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning
(HVAC) System allows you to balance the temperature,
amount, and direction of air circulating throughout the
vehicle. The controls are located on the instrument panel,
below the radio.
242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

WARNING!
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains sophis-
ticated electronic equipment that may be susceptible
to interference caused by improperly installed or
high output radio transmitting equipment. This in-
terference can cause possible loss of Anti-Lock brak-
ing capability. Installation of such equipment should
be performed by qualified professionals.
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same size and
type and tires must be properly inflated to produce
accurate signals for the computer.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional ad-
vanced electronic brake control system that includes
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Brake Assist System
(BAS), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Roll
Mitigation (ERM), Hill Decent Control (HDC) and Elec-
tronic Stability Program (ESP). All systems work together
to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving
conditions and are commonly referred to as ESP.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control
under adverse braking conditions. The system controls
hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and
help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in this Section of the
manual for more information about ABS.
292 STARTING AND OPERATING

Radial Ply Tires......................... 312
Radio Operation........................ 242
Radio, Satellite.......................... 234
Rear Axle (Differential).................... 387
Rear Drive Assembly..................... 387
Rear Liftgate (Sedan)...................... 34
Rear Seat, Folding....................... 120
Rear Window Defroster................... 158
Rear Window Features.................... 157
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 157
Recorder, Event Data...................... 58
Recreational Towing...................... 348
Refrigerant............................ 375
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 46
Remote Control
Door Locks........................... 20
Security Alarm......................... 19
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan)............... 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 240Replacement Bulbs....................... 397
Replacement Keys........................ 17
Replacement Parts....................... 368
Replacement Tires....................... 316
Reporting Safety Defects................... 430
Restraints, Child.......................60,66
Restraints, Infant......................... 61
Restraints, Occupant...................... 36
Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 155
Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof Type Carrier....................... 159
Rotation, Tires.......................... 318
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 69
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 70
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 430
Safety Information, Tire................... 300
Safety Tips............................. 69
Satellite Radio.......................... 234
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