2012 JEEP PATRIOT warning

Important:
This User Guide is \aintended to fami\fiarize you with the importan\at features
of your vehic\fe. The DVD enc\fosed contains your Owner’s Manua\f,
Navigation/Media Center Manua\fs, Warranty Boo\b\fets, Tire Warranty
and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehic\fes purchased in the U.S.) or
Roadside Assistance (new vehic\fes purchased in Canada) in\a e\fectronic
format. We hope you find it usefu\f. R\aep\facement DVD \bits may be
purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep
® is a registered
trademar\b of Chrys\fer Group LLC. Copyright 2012 Chrys\fer Group LLC.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your
\fehicle, you may o\btain a complimentary printed
copy of the Owner’s Manual, Na\figation/Media
Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet \by calling
1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or \by contacting your dealer.
The driver’s primary responsibi\fity
is the safe operation of the
vehic\fe. Driving whi\fe dis\atracted
can resu\ft in \foss of vehic\fe
contro\f, resu\fting in a co\f\fision and
persona\f injury. Chrys\fer Group
LLC strong\fy recommends that
the driver use extreme caution
when using any device or feature
that may ta\be their attention off
the road. Use of any e\fectrica\f
devices such as ce\f\f phones,
computers, portab\fe radios,
vehic\fe navigation or other
devices by the driver whi\fe the vehic\fe is moving is dangerous
and cou\fd \fead to a serious
co\f\fision. Texting whi\fe driving\a is
a\fso dangerous and shou\fd never
be done whi\fe the v\aehic\fe is
moving. If you find yourse\ff
unab\fe to devote your fu\f\f
attention to vehic\fe operation,
pu\f\f off the road to a safe \focation
and stop your vehic\fe. Some
States or Provinces prohibit the
use of ce\f\fu\far te\fephones or
texting whi\fe driving\a. It is a\fways
the driver’s responsibi\fity to
comp\fy with a\f\f \foca\f \faws.
\bARNING!
Driving after drin\bing can \fead\a to a co\f\fision. Your perceptions are
\fess sharp, your reflexes are s\fower, and your judgment is im\apaired
when you have been drin\bing. Ne\aver drin\b and then d\arive.
Dr\fv\fng and Alcohol:
Drun\ben driving is one \aof the most frequent causes of co\f\fisions. Your
driving abi\fity can \abe serious\fy impaired with b\food a\fcoho\f \feve\fs far be\fow
the \fega\f minimum. I\af you are drin\bing, don’t d\arive. Ride with a desig\anated
non-drin\bing driver, ca\f\f a cab, a friend, or use \apub\fic transportation.
This guide has been \aprepared to he\fp you get quic\b\fy
acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient
reference source for common questions. However, it is not a
substitute for your Owner’s Manua\f.
For comp\fete operationa\f instructions, maintenance procedures
and important safety messages, p\fease consu\ft your Owner’s
Manua\f, Navigation/Media Center Manua\fs and other\a Warning
Labe\fs in your vehic\fe.
Not a\f\f features shown in this guide m\aay app\fy to your vehic\fe.
For additiona\f information on accessories to he\fp persona\fize
your vehic\fe, visit www.mopar.com or your \foca\f Jeep dea\fer.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler Group LLC..2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit..............4
Instrument Cluster............6
GETTING STARTEDKeyFob ..................8
Remote Start...............8
Theft Alarm................9
Seat Belt..................9
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) — Air Bags...... 10
Child Restraints.............11
FrontSeats ................13
RearSeats................ 14
HeatedSeats ...............15
Tilt Steering Column......... 16
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In
Recommendations............17
Turn Signal/Lights Lever........18
Wiper/Washer Lever......... 19
Speed Control.............20
Continuously Variable Automatic
Transmission (CVT)...........21
Manual Climate Controls.......22
Automatic Temperature
Controls (ATC).............23
Power Sunroof.............24
Wind Buffeting.............25
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System....26
Media Center 130
(Sales Code RES)...........28
Media Center 130 With Satellite
Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . 30
Media Center 230
(Sales Code REQ)...........32
Media Center 430/430N
(Sales Code RBZ/RHB)........35
Sirius XM™Satellite Radio/
Travel Link................44
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . 48
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control.......48
Uconnect™ Phone...........49
Uconnect™ Voice Command.....53
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio.....55
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).............55
Programmable Features.......56
Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®)..............57PowerInverter .............60
Power Outlet.............. 61
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIESFour-Wheel Drive Operation.....62
UTILITYTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)........64
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.)...........65
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance.....66
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights..................66
If Your Engine Overheats.......70
Automatic Transmission
Overheating...............71
Jacking And Tire Changing......71
Jump-Starting Procedures......76
Shift Lever Override..........79
Towing A Disabled Vehicle......80
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle........81
Event Data Recorder (EDR).....82
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood..........83
Engine Compartment.........84
Fluids And Capacities.........86
Maintenance Chart..........88
Fuses................... 91
TirePressures..............93
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care.....94
Exterior Bulbs.............94
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC Customer
Center ..................95
Chrysler Canada Inc. Custome
rCenter .................95
Assistance For The Hearing
Impaired.................95
Publications Ordering.........95
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States
And Washington, D.C..........96
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories
ByMOPAR®...............97
INDEX.................98
FAQ(HowTo?)Frequently Asked Questions.....101
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Rollover Warning
WARNING!
• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal injury.
• Always make sure thatobjects cannot fall into the driver foot well
while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the
brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can
cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal
operation causing loss of control of the vehicle.
• Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake.
Alwaysapply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against
vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS
systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless
features including Keyless Enter-N-Go™ and Remote Start range. If you are
experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting
your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms
persist, please see an authorized dealer.
CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are
registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2012 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light**
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Air Bag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction
Indicator Light**
4WD!- 4WD System Fault Indicator Light**
(See page 66 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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KEY FOB
Locking And Unlocking The
Doors/Liftgate
• Press the LOCK button once to
lock all the doors and the liftgate.
Press the UNLOCK button once to
unlock the driver’s door only and
twice within five seconds to
unlock all the doors and liftgate.
• All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the
UNLOCK button. Refer to Programmable Features in this guide.
Panic Alarm
• Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on.
• Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to
turn the panic alarm off.
WARNING!
Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the
shift lever. Do not leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
REMOTE START
NOTE:The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic transaxle to be
equipped with Remote Start.
• Press the REMOTE START button
x2on the Key Fob twice within five
seconds. Pressing the REMOTE START button a third time shuts the
engine off.
• To drive the vehicle, press the UNLOCK button, insert the key in the
ignition and turn to the ON/RUN position.
• With remote start, the engine will only run for 15 minutes (timeout)
unless the ignition key is placed in the ON/RUN position.
• The vehicle must be started with the key after two consecutive timeouts.
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WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area.
Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.
• Keep Key Fob transmittersaway fromchildren. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door locks or other controls could
cause serious injury or death.
THEFT ALARM
To A r m
• Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the
door is open.
To Disarm
• Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON/RUN
position.
SEAT BELT
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.
• Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove
slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the
lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A
snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision.
• Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not
resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during
a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not
wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used
together.
• A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop
you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear
your seat belt snugly.
• A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no
protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays,
or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not
disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be
replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc.).
• The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with
pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat
belt in the event of a collision.
• A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced
immediately.
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WARNING!
In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater
injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior
of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the
vehicle. Always be sure you andothers in your vehicle are buckled up
properly.
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR
BAGS
• This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right
front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The
Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision.
• Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection
by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending
on the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags are not
expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions.
• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains to protect the driver, front and rear passengers sitting next to a
window.
• This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags to provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during
a side impact.
• If the Air Bag Warning Light
is not on during starting, stays on, or
turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service
center immediately.
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
WARNING!
• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a
collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you
properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always
wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during
Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury,
including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably
extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument
panel.
• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains and Supplemental
Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean
against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat.
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WARNING!(Continued)
• Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain
and/or Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause
you to be severely injured or killed.
• Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you
are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to
protect you.
• After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized
dealer immediately.
CHILD RESTRAINTS
• Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear
seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front.
• Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that
small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you
can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
Installing The LATCH - Compatible Child Restraint System
• Your vehicle's second row passenger seats are equipped with the child
restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower
Anchors and Tether for CHildren. LATCH child restraint anchorage
systems are installed at all three rear seating positions.
• The rear outboard seating positions have lower anchors, and all three
rear seating positions have top tether anchors.
• Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the
outboard positions only. Child seats with flexible lower attachments can
be used in all three seating positions.
•NEVERinstall LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a
common lower anchorage.
• Loosen the child seat adjusters on
the lower straps and tether straps
so that you can attach the hook or
connector to the lower and tether
anchorages more easily.
• Attach the lower hooks or
connectors over the top of the
seatcover material.
• The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint
and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback.
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