2011 JEEP PATRIOT fuel pressure

NOTE:
•The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care
and maintenance or to provide warning of a tire failure
or condition.
•The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge
while adjusting your tire pressure.
•Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
•The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-
nance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge, even
if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale
Light.
•Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure,
and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in
the tire.
Base System
This is the TPMS warning indicator located in the
instrument cluster.
The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim
mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev-
els. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve
stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver
Module.
NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the
tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly
and to maintain the proper pressure.
The TPMS consists of the following components:
•Receiver Module
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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
This includes driver, passengers, and cargo. The total
load must be limited so that you do not exceed the
GVWR.
Tire Size
The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents
the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires
must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Rim Size
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.
Inflation Pressure
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle, for
all loading conditions.
Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo
loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight
values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a
commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are
added.
Overloading
The load carrying components (springs, tires, wheels,
etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as
long as you do not exceed the GVWR.
The best way to figure out the total weight of your
vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for
operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that
it is not over the GVWR.5
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
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.
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 443

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 316
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 417
Adding Fuel ........................... 362
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 412
Additives, Fuel ......................... 360
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 408
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 410
Air Conditioning ........................ 274
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 274
Air Conditioning Filter .................... 285
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............410,411
Air Conditioning System .............274,278,410
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 286
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 339
Airbag .............................. 60,69
Airbag Deployment ....................... 70
Airbag Light ................... 67,68,73,85,195
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 72
Airbag, Side ...................... 63,66,68,69Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)
...........64,66,69
Alarm Light ........................... 200
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 17
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................236,261
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 316
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 196
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 17
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........416,438,439
Capacities .......................... 438
Disposal ........................... 419
Appearance Care ........................ 426
Assistance Towing ....................... 112
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 94
Automatic Door Locks ................... 29,30
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 278
Automatic Transaxle ...........12,291,296,381,423
Fluid Level Check .................... 424
Interlock System ..................... 297
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Latches................................ 87
Hood ............................. 146
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 358
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 87
Life of Tires ............................ 345
Liftgate (Sedan) .......................... 35
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 184
Light Bulbs .......................... 87,435
Lights .............................. 87,148
Airbag .................... 67,68,73,85,195
Alarm ............................ 200
Anti-Lock .......................... 196
Back-Up ........................... 437
Brake Assist Warning .................. 327
Brake Warning ...................... 197
Bulb Replacement .................... 436
Cargo ............................. 178
Center Mounted Stop .................. 437
Daytime Running .................... 149 Dimmer Switch, Headlight
.............. 148
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 327
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 197
Exterior ............................ 87
Fog ......................... 149,206,436
Headlight Switch ..................... 148
Headlights ......................... 148
High Beam Indicator .................. 195
Instrument Cluster ................... 148
License ............................ 437
Lights On Reminder .................. 149
Low Fuel .......................... 195
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 205
Map Reading ....................... 152
Oil Pressure ........................ 195
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 196
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........18,200
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 200
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ......... 202
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Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 349
Mopar Parts ......................... 403,462
MTBE/ETBE ........................... 359
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 148
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 83
Occupant Restraints ................... 37,66,70
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ...........63,64,66,69
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 358
Odometer ............................. 203
Trip ........................... 201,203
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 212
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 212
Oil, Engine ......................... 405,438
Capacity ........................... 438
Change Interval ..................... 406
Checking .......................... 405 Disposal
........................... 407
Filter ............................. 408
Identification Logo ................... 406
Materials Added to ................... 407
Recommendation .................. 406,438
Synthetic .......................... 407
Viscosity ........................... 407
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............401,402
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ........... 160
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 5
Overdrive ............................. 300
Overheating, Engine ................... 200,380
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........5,463
Paint Care ............................. 426
Panic Alarm ............................ 22
Parking Brake .......................... 313
Passing Light ........................... 150
Personal Settings ........................ 214
478 INDEX