2011 JEEP PATRIOT ECU

9. Remove the wheel blocks and lower the jack until it is
free. Reassemble the lug wrench to the jack assembly and
stow it in the spare tire area. Secure the assembly using
the means provided.
WARNING!
A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or
hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve-
hicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in
the places provided.
10. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area. Have
the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
WARNING!
A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard
stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle. Have
the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immedi-
ately.
11. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible.
Correct the tire pressure as required.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and
precautions.
388 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

All Transmissions
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.)
while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must
be in the ON position, not the ACC position. Make
certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL.
If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever
Override” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for instruc-
tions on shifting the automatic transmission out of the
PARK position for towing.
CAUTION!
•If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the
ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or ACC
position, not in the LOCK position.(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•Do not attempt to use sling-type equipment when
towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension
components. Damage to your vehicle may result
from improper towing.
Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. The only ap-
proved method of towing without the ignition key is
with a flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
396 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylin-
der reservoir.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that
has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the
master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times.
Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture
from the air resulting in a lower boiling point.
This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard
or prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake
failure. This could result in a collision.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.(Continued)
422 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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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Pets.................................. 83
Phone, Cellular .......................... 98
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 98
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 334
Power Door Locks ......................... 28
Mirrors ............................ 95
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 170
Steering ........................ 31 1,313
Sunroof ........................... 166
Transfer Unit ....................... 425
Windows ........................... 33
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 440
Power Transfer Unit ...................... 425
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 59
Preparation for Jacking .................... 383
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 53
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 214Radial Ply Tires
......................... 341
Radio Operation ........................ 273
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 425
Rear Drive Assembly ..................... 425
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ...................... 35
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 144
Rear Window Defroster ................... 185
Rear Window Features .................... 184
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 184
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 73
Recreational Towing ...................... 378
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 358
Refrigerant ............................ 411
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 57
Remote Control Door Locks ......................... 18
Security Alarm ....................... 17
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ............... 18
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 271
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INDEX 479

Lumbar Support..................... 138
Rear Folding ........................ 144
Rear Folding (Sedan) .................. 144
Seatback Release ..................... 139
Tilting ............................ 139
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 17
Selection of Oil ......................... 406
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 15
Service Assistance ....................... 459
Service Contract ......................... 461
Service Manuals ........................ 463
Setting the Clock .................. 222,241,250
Settings, Personal ........................ 214
Shift Lever Override ...................... 394
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle .............. 295
Shoulder Belts ........................... 41
Side Airbag ............................. 68 Side Window Demisters (Defrosters)
.......... 285
Signals, Turn ...................... 87,195,437
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 347
Snow Tires ............................ 347
Spare Tire ....................... 342,343,383
Specifications Oil ............................... 406
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........157,201
Speedometer ........................... 195
Starting ............................... 291
Automatic Transmission ................ 291
Engine Fails to Start .................. 293
Manual Transmission .................. 291
Remote ............................ 24
Starting Procedures ...................... 291
Steering Power .......................... 31 1,313
Tilt Column ........................ 156
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 271
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Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 271
Storage ............................ 175,435
Storage Bin ............................ 175
Storage, Vehicle ......................... 284
Stuck, Freeing .......................... 393
Sun Roof .............................. 166
Sun Visor Extension ....................... 98
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 60
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 407
System, Remote Starting .................... 24
Tachometer ............................ 196
Taillights .............................. 437
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 278
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......200,381
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 79
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 17
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 17Tie Down Hooks, Cargo
................... 182
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 156
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 334
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 332
Tire Markings .......................... 328
Tire Safety Information .................... 328
Tires ............................ 87,338,465
Aging (Life of Tires) .................. 345
Air Pressure ........................ 338
Chains ............................ 347
Changing .......................... 382
Compact Spare ...................... 342
Flat Changing ....................... 388
General Information .................. 338
High Speed ......................... 341
Inflation Pressures .................... 339
Jacking ............................ 382
Life of Tires ........................ 345
Load Capacity .................... 334,335
482 INDEX