2014 JEEP PATRIOT engine

3. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, remove theshift lever override access cover (located on the right
side of the shifter housing). 4. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN
position, but do not start the engine.
5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access port, and push and hold the override release lever
forward.
7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.
8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
9. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial wrecker service.
Shift Lever Override Access Cover
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Manual Transmission
•Front Wheel Drive (FWD) or Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
vehicles can be flat towed (all four wheels on the
ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL.
• FWD vehicles can be towed with the front wheels
elevated.
• FWD or 4WD vehicles can be towed on a flatbed truck
(all wheels OFFthe ground).
CAUTION!
•DO NOT flat tow any disabled vehicle if condition
is related to the clutch, transmission or driveline.
Additional damage to the drivetrain could result.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe engine, transmission,
or drivetrain damage. Damage from improper tow-
ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
All Transmissions
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.)
while being towed, the key must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position. Make certain the trans-
mission remains in NEUTRAL.
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CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L ..........473
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..........474
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .475
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............475
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .476
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................477
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .478
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........478
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .479▫
Engine Oil Filter ..................... .482
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................482
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............483
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............484
▫ Body Lubrication .....................487
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............488
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................488
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .489
▫ Cooling System ..................... .491
▫ Brake System ....................... .497
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▫Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) —
If Equipped ........................ .500
▫ Automatic Transmission (CVT) —
If Equipped ........................ .502
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......504
▫ Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) — AWD/4WD
Models Only ....................... .505
▫ Power Transfer Unit (PTU) — AWD/4WD
Models Only ....................... .505
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... .506
 FUSES ............................. .512
▫ Integrated Power Module ...............513
 VEHICLE STORAGE ....................517 
REPLACEMENT BULBS .................517
 BULB REPLACEMENT ..................519
▫ Headlamps ........................ .519
▫ Fog Lamps ......................... .519
▫ Rear Tail, Turn Signal And Backup Lamps . . .520
▫ License Lamps ...................... .520
▫ Center High-Mounted Stoplamp ..........520
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................521
 FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND
GENUINE PARTS ..................... .522
▫ Engine ............................ .522
▫ Chassis ........................... .523
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
5 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
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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 driveability.
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 the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
RESET button to turn off the message. If the problem7
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persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the MIL
light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing. Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may
notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not crank or start the engine.
NOTE: If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the MIL symbol come on as part
of a normal bulb check.
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