2013 JEEP PATRIOT instrument panel

Instrument Panel Bezels
CAUTION!
When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve-
hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Some air fresheners will damage the finish of
painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly
contact any surface.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean, a
mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do not remove
the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry with a soft
cloth.
Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the
buckles do not work properly.
FUSES
Integrated Power Module
The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine
compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center
contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label that
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 473

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next
500 miles (805 km).On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
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.
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S486 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Ignition.................................12
Key .................................12
Ignition Key Removal .......................12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................15
Infant Restraint ...........................75
Information Center, Vehicle ..................228
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................107
Instrument Cluster ....................... .212
Instrument Panel and Controls ................210
Instrument Panel Cover .....................472
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............473
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............473
Interior Appearance Care ....................471
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............170
Introduction ..............................4
Jacking Instructions ....................... .418
Jack Location ........................... .416
Jack Operation .......................... .415Jump Starting
........................... .427
Key-In Reminder ..........................14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) .................20
Key, Programming .........................17
Key, Replacement ..........................16
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................15
Knee Bolster ..............................61
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................480
Lane Change Assist ....................... .165
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................43
Latches ............................... .101
Hood .............................. .160
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .389
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .101
Life of Tires ............................ .376
Liftgate (Sedan) ...........................38
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Trip Computer.......................... .226
Trip Odometer .......................... .221
Trip Odometer Reset Button ..................219
Turn Signals ............................ .164
UCI Connector .......................... .286
Uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) ................111
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ...........210
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................501
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .286
Universal Transmitter ..................... .176
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .389
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................52
Vanity Mirrors ...........................110
Variance, Compass ....................... .237
Vehicle Certification Label ...................396
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7Vehicle Loading
......................... .364
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............8
Vehicle Storage .......................... .306
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............18
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................141
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .212
Warning, Roll Over .........................4
Warnings and Cautions .......................7
Warranty Information ..................... .498
Washer Adding Fluid ........................ .453
Washers, Windshield ...................... .170
Washing Vehicle ......................... .469
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................470
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................470
Wind Buffeting .......................... .187
Window Fogging ........................ .307
Windows ................................35
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