2013 JEEP PATRIOT fuel cap

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L ..........439
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..........440

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .441
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............441
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS .............442
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................443
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .443
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........444
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .445▫
Engine Oil Filter ..................... .447
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................448
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ................448
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............450
▫ Body Lubrication .....................452
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............453
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................453
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .454
▫ Cooling System ..................... .457
▫ Brake System ....................... .462
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL).
It will also store diagnostic codes and other information
to assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system.
It could also affect fuel economy and drivability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or
improperly installed. A “gASCAP” message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
a clicking sound is heard. This is an indication that the7
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Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your engine oil filler
cap also states the recommended engine oil viscosity
grade for your engine.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) tothe
engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter
at every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type oil
filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The quality
of replacement filters varies considerably. Only high
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons51.5 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
2.0L and 2.4L Engine
(SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts
4.26 Liters
Cooling System *
2.0L and 2.4L Engine
(MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine
Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil
filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAREngine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPARSpark Plugs (Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm])
Fuel Selection 87 Octane
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................344
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............458
Adding Fuel ............................ .394
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .453
Additives, Fuel .......................... .392
Airbag ..................................61
Airbag Deployment ........................71
Airbag Light .............................68
Airbag Maintenance ........................73
Airbag, Side ..............................64
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................65
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .448
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................450
Air Conditioning ......................... .296
Air Conditioning Controls ...................296
Air Conditioning Filter .....................307
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............308
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................450
Air Conditioning System ....................296 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .369
Alarm Light ............................ .217
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................256
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................458
Capacities ........................... .481
Disposal ............................ .460
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................344
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................214
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........18
Appearance Care ........................ .468
Assistance Towing ........................ .125
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................108
Automatic Door Locks ......................31
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........300
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Automatic Transmission ....................319
Fluid and Filter Changes .................466
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Fluid Level Check..................... .466
Fluid Type .......................... .464
Gear Ranges ......................... .322
Special Additives ...................... .465
Autostick .............................. .327
Battery ................................ .448
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Belts, Seat ...............................98
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................452
B-Pillar Location ......................... .363
Brake Assist System ...................... .347
Brake Fluid ............................ .483
Brake, Parking .......................... .340
Brakes ................................ .343
Brake System ........................... .343
Anti-Lock (ABS) ...................... .344
Master Cylinder ....................... .462
Parking ............................. .340Warning Light
........................ .215
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................320
Bulb Replacement ........................ .478
Bulbs, Light ............................ .100
Calibration, Compass ..................... .237
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........481
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .481
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... .394
Oil (Engine) ......................... .439
Power Steering ....................... .339
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............459
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................97
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .198
Cargo Area Features ...................... .197
Cargo Compartment ...................... .197
Light .............................. .197
Luggage Carrier ...................... .205
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INDEX 505

Traction Control System..................346
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........172
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............352
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......228
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ............................. .415
Jump Starting ........................ .427
Towing ............................. .434
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........442
Engine ................................ .439
Air Cleaner .......................... .448
Block Heater ......................... .316
Break-In Recommendations ................96
Checking Oil Level .....................445
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................457
Cooling ............................. .457
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................97
Fuel Requirements ..................... .389
Jump Starting ........................ .427Oil ................................
.445
Oil Filler Cap ........................ .439
Oil Selection ......................... .446
Oil Synthetic ......................... .447
Overheating ......................... .414
Temperature Gauge .....................218
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Ethanol ............................... .390
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................39
Exhaust System ...........................97
Exterior Lights .......................... .100
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .448
Air Conditioning ...................... .307
Engine Oil ........................... .447
Engine Oil Disposal .....................447
508 INDEX