2013 JEEP PATRIOT warning lights

An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better
view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems.
They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as
conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than
low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto-
rily in off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp
turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this
type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in
loss of control or vehicle rollover.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
You will encounter many types of terrain driving off-
road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area
before proceeding. There are many types of surface
conditions: hard packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand,
mud, snow and ice. Every surface has a different effect on
your vehicle’s steering, handling and traction. Control-
ling your vehicle is one of the keys to successful off-road
driving, so always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel
and maintain a good driving posture. Avoid suddenaccelerations, turns or braking. In most cases there are no
road signs, posted speed limits or signal lights. Therefore
you will need to use your own good judgment on what is
safe and what is not. When on a trail, you should always
be looking ahead for surface obstacles and changes in
terrain. The key is to plan your future driving route while
remembering what you are currently driving over.
CAUTION!
Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other
combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle
exhaust system could cause a fire.
WARNING!
Always wear your seat belt and firmly tie down
cargo. Unsecured cargo can become projectiles in an
off-road situation.
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CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have a
collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a
collision.
Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and seven-
pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer har-
ness and connector.
NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.5
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WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth.
To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution
followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner, or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which
minimizes reflections on the windshield. Do not use
protectants or other products which may cause undesir-
able reflections. Use soap and warm water to restore the
low glare surface.
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Flashers............................... .414
Hazard Warning ...................... .414
Turn Signal .......................... .100
Flooded Engine Starting ....................315
Fluid, Brake ............................ .483
Fluid Capacities ......................... .481
Fluid Leaks ............................ .101
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................466
Cooling System ....................... .457
Power Steering ....................... .339
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........482
Fog Lights ............................. .164
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .158
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) ...................158
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .329
Systems ............................ .329
Four Wheel Drive Operation .................329
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................431 Fuel
.................................. .389
Adding ............................. .394
Additives ........................... .392
Capacity ............................ .481
Clean Air ........................... .390
Ethanol ............................. .390
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ....................394
Gasoline ............................ .389
Gauge .............................. .212
Light .............................. .213
Materials Added ...................... .392
Methanol ........................... .390
Octane Rating ........................ .389
Requirements ........................ .389
Tank Capacity ........................ .481
Fueling ............................... .394
Fuel

System Caution ...................... .395
Fuses ................................. .473
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).............176
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...................394
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .390
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .389
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................390
Gauges Coolant Temperature ....................218
Fuel ............................... .212
Odometer ........................... .221
Tachometer .......................... .215
Gear Ranges ............................ .322
Gear Select Lever Override ..................433
General Information ........................18
Glass Cleaning .......................... .472
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................399
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................397
GVWR ................................ .397
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect)................111 Hazard Warning Flasher
....................414
Headlights ............................. .479
Cleaning ............................ .472
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........165
Passing ............................. .165
Replacing ........................... .479
Switch ............................. .162
Head Restraints ......................... .155
Heated Mirrors ...........................110
Heated Seats ............................ .149
Heater ................................ .296
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .316
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .165
Hill Descent Control ...................... .224
Hill Start Assist .......................... .350
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .401
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) .............176
Hood

Release ........................... .160
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Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer...............203
Light Bulbs ............................. .100
Lights ................................ .100
Airbag ...............................68
Alarm .............................. .217
Anti-Lock ........................... .214
Back-Up ............................ .480
Brake Assist Warning ....................355
Brake Warning ........................ .215
Bulb Replacement ..................... .479
Cargo .............................. .197
Center Mounted Stop ....................480
Daytime Running ..................... .163
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................162
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . .355
Engine Temperature Warning ..............215
Exterior ............................. .100
Fog ................................ .164
Headlights .......................... .162Headlight Switch
...................... .162
High Beam .......................... .165
High Beam Indicator ....................214
High Beam/Low Beam Select ..............165
Instrument Cluster ..................... .162
License ............................. .480
Lights On Reminder .....................163
Low Fuel ........................... .213
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........223
Map Reading ......................... .167
Oil Pressure ......................... .213
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .214
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...............19
Service ............................. .479
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..............217
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............220
Traction Control ....................... .355
T

urn Signal .......................... .100
Voltage ............................. .212
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Warning (Instrument Cluster Description).....212
Loading Vehicle ......................... .396
Capacities ........................... .398
Tires ............................... .363
Locks ..................................29
Automatic Door ........................31
Child Protection ........................34
Door ................................29
Power Door ...........................31
Lubrication, Body ........................ .452
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................205
Lumbar Support ......................... .152
Maintenance Free Battery ....................448
Maintenance Procedures ....................444
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .486
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......223
Manual, Service ......................... .500Manual Transaxle
Fluid Level Check ..................... .467
Lubricant Selection ..................... .467
Manual Transmission ..................... .316
Fluid Level Check ..................... .466
Frequency of Fluid Change ................467
Lubricant Selection ..................... .466
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .167
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................462
Methanol .............................. .390
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .226
Mirrors ............................... .107
Automatic Dimming ....................108
Electric Powered ...................... .109
Exterior Folding ....................... .109
Heated ..............................110
Outside ............................. .109
Rearview ........................... .107
Vanity ...............................110
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SteeringPower .............................. .338
Tilt Column .......................... .171
Storage ............................... .478
Storage Bin ............................. .194
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .306
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .431
Sun Roof .............................. .185
Sun Visor Extension ........................111
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........61
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .447
System, Remote Starting .....................26
Tachometer ............................. .215
Taillights .............................. .480
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........300
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ............218
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ..................18
Theft System (Security Alarm) .................18Tie Down Hooks, Cargo
....................200
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .171
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........363
Tire Markings ........................... .357
Tires ................................. .100
Aging (Life of Tires) .....................376
Air Pressure ......................... .368
Chains ............................. .378
Changing ........................... .415
Compact Spare ....................... .373
General Information .....................368
High Speed .......................... .371
Inflation Pressures ..................... .369
Jacking ............................. .415
Life of Tires .......................... .376
Load Capacity ........................ .363
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ...........380
Pressure Warning Light ..................220
Quality Grading ...................... .501
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