2009 JEEP PATRIOT sunroof

NOTE:Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior
trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment.
WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured
because the airbags are no longer functional.
These protective covers for the airbag cushions are
designed to open only when the airbags are inflat-
ing.
•If your vehicle is equipped with side curtain
airbags, do not stack luggage or other cargo up
high enough to block the location of the side
curtain airbag. The area where the side curtain
airbag is located should remain free from any
obstructions.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•If your vehicle is equipped with side curtain
airbags, do not have any accessory items installed
which will alter the roof, including adding a
sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that
require permanent attachments (bolts or screws)
for installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill
into the roof of the vehicle for any reason.
•Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee impact
bolster in any way.
•Do not mount any accessories to the knee impact
bolster such as alarm lights, stereos, citizens band
radios etc.
NOTE:Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat
hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the
proper performance of the side curtain airbags.
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▫Map/Reading Lights.................. 129
Windshield Wipers And Washers.......... 130
▫Windshield Wiper Operation............ 130
▫Intermittent Wiper System.............. 131
▫Windshield Washers................... 131
▫Mist Feature........................ 132
Tilt Steering Column................... 133
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped...... 134
▫To Activate......................... 134
▫To Set At A Desired Speed.............. 134
▫To Deactivate....................... 135
▫To Resume Speed.................... 135
▫To Vary The Speed Setting.............. 135▫Manual Transaxle.................... 136
▫To Accelerate For Passing............... 136
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped........ 136
▫Programming HomeLink.............. 138
▫Gate Operator/Canadian Programming..... 140
▫Using HomeLink.................... 141
▫Reprogramming A Single HomeLink
Button............................ 141
▫Security........................... 141
▫Troubleshooting Tips.................. 142
▫General Information................... 142
Power Sunroof — If Equipped............. 143
▫Opening The Sunroof.................. 144
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▫Closing The Sunroof.................. 144
▫Pinch Protect Feature.................. 144
▫Pinch Protect Override................. 145
▫Venting Sunroof — Express............. 145
▫Sunshade Operation................... 145
▫Wind Buffeting...................... 145
▫Sunroof Maintenance.................. 146
▫Ignition Off Operation................. 146
Electrical Power Outlets................. 146
Power Inverter — If Equipped............ 148
Cupholders.......................... 150
Storage............................. 151
▫Glove Compartment And Storage Bin...... 151▫Door Storage — If Equipped............. 152
Console Features...................... 153
Cargo Area Features.................... 154
▫Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging
Flashlight — If Equipped............... 154
▫Cargo Cover — If Equipped............. 155
▫Removable Load Floor................. 156
▫Cargo Tie-Down Loops................ 156
▫Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped....... 157
Rear Window Features.................. 157
▫Rear Window Wiper/Washer............ 157
▫Rear Window Defroster................ 158
Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped......... 159
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POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located in the reading light.WARNING!
•Never leave children in a vehicle, with the key in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
•In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
•Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.Power Sunroof Switch
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Opening the Sunroof
Manual Mode
To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward
to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open
condition until the switch is pushed and held rearward
again.
Express Mode
Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof
will open automatically from any position. The sunroof
will open fully, and stop automatically, this is called
“express open”. During express open operation any
movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing the Sunroof
Manual Mode
To close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the
forward position. Again, any release of the switch willstop the movement and the sunroof will remain in a
partial close condition until the switch is pushed and
held forward again. To ensure sunroof is fully closed,
press and hold switch until sunroof has completely
stopped moving.
Express Mode
Press the switch forward and release, and the sunroof
will close automatically from any position. The sunroof
will close fully, and stop automatically, this is called
“express close”. During express close operation, any
movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of
the sunroof during express close operation. If an obstruc-
tion in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof
will automatically retract. Remove obstruction and press
the switch forward and release to express close.
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Pinch Protect Override
If a known obstruction (ice, debris, etc.) prevents closing,
press the switch forward and hold for two seconds after
the reversal occurs. This allows the sunroof to move
towards the close position.
NOTE:Pinch protection is disabled while the switch is
pressed.
Venting Sunroof — Express
Press and hold the “V” button, and the sunroof will open
to the vent position. This is called “express vent”, and
will occur regardless of the sunroof position. During
express vent operation, any movement of the switch will
stop the sunroof.
Sunshade Operation
The sunshade can be opened manually. However, the
sunshade will open automatically as the sunroof opens.
NOTE:The sunshade cannot be closed if the sunroof is
open.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
Ignition Off Operation
The sunroof will also operate up to 45 seconds after the
ignition has been turned OFF. The sunroof operation will
be canceled if either of the front doors are opened during
the 45 second time period.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There is a standard 12-Volt power outlet located in the
instrument panel for added convenience. This outlet can
power cell phones, electronics and other low power
devices.
Power Outlet 12-Volts
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Delay Power Off to Accessories Until Exit
When this feature is selected the power window
switches, radio, hands–free system, power sunroof, and
power outlets will remain active for up to 60 minutes
after the ignition switch has been turned OFF. Opening a
vehicle door will cancel this feature. Press and hold the
EVIC button when in this display until “OFF”, “45 sec.”,
“5 min.”, or “10 min.” appears to make your selection.
Illuminated Approach
When this feature is selected the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked using the RKE transmitter. Press and hold the
EVIC button when in this display until “OFF”, “30 sec.”,
“60 sec.”, or “90 sec.” appears to make your selection.
Confirmation of Voice Commands — If Equipped
When ON is selected, all voice commands from the
UConnectsystem are confirmed. Press and hold the
EVIC button when in this display until “ON” or “OFF”
appears to make your selection.
Display English or Metric
The EVIC, odometer and navigation system units can be
changed between English and Metric.
Press and hold the EVIC button when in this display until
“US” or “METRIC” appears to make your selection.
Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic
North and Geographic North. To ensure compass accu-
racy, the compass variance should be properly set accord-
ing to the variance map for the zone where the vehicle
will be driven. When properly set, the compass will
automatically account for this difference.
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