2014 JEEP PATRIOT child seat

WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into
position. If the seatback is not securely locked into
position the seat will not provide the proper stability
for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly
latched seat could cause serious injury.
Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped
For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just
enough to release the seatback latch. Then push the
seatback to a reclined position, approximately 35 degrees
maximum, and release the strap.
WARNING!
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under the seat belt and
be seriously or even fatally injured. Use the recliner
only when the vehicle is parked.
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POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead
console.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key
Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location acces-
sible to children. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could
also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make sure all passen-
gers are properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Power Sunroof Switch
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WARNING!
•Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a
child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision
a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to
come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use
only the anchors provided for child seat tethers.
• The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and vehicle
handling. To avoid loss of control resulting in
personal injury, follow these guidelines for loading
your vehicle:
• Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as pos-
sible.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Place as much cargo as possible in front of the rear
axle. Too much weight or improperly placed weight
over or behind the rear axle can cause the rear of
the vehicle to sway.
• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the top of
the seatback. This could impair visibility or be-
come a dangerous projectile in a sudden stop or
collision.
• To help protect against personal injury, passengers
should not be seated in the rear cargo area. The rear
cargo space is intended for load carrying purposes
only, not for passengers, who should sit in seats
and use seat belts.
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re-
move the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving
the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake,
press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the shift
lever in NEUTRAL.
NOTE:
• The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
•
If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is locked,
rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve pressure on
the locking mechanism and then turn the key.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
•
Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you
must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF
position to the ON/RUN position, and also press
the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift
lever could result.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this
can damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi-
tion:
• When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever
all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is
fully seated.
• Look at the transmission gear position display and
verify that it indicates the PARK position.
• With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever
will not move out of PARK.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 339

Luggage Carrier....................... .207
Cargo Light ............................ .199
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .202
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .202
Car Washes ............................ .506
Cellular Phone ...........................110
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............520
Chains, Tire ............................ .397
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .438
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .376
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .476
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............96
Checks, Safety ............................96
Child Restraint ............................76
Child Restraints Child Seat Installation .....................92
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint .....89
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ..............................91 Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
.......83
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .409
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .508
Climate Control ......................... .300
Clock ................................. .245
Clutch ................................ .498
Clutch Fluid ............................ .498
Coin Holder ............................ .197
Cold Weather Operation ....................322
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............299
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .391
Compass .............................. .228
Compass Calibration ...................... .241
Compass Variance ........................ .241
Connector UCI................................ .290
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........290
548 INDEX

High Beam/Low Beam Select...............167
Instrument Cluster ..................... .165
License ............................. .520
Lights On Reminder .....................165
Low Fuel ............................ .215
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........225
Map Reading ......................... .168
Oil Pressure .......................... .215
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .216
Security Alarm ..........................19
Service .............................. .519
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............221
Traction Control ....................... .373
Turn Signal .......................... .100
Voltage ............................. .214
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......214
Loading Vehicle ......................... .416
Capacities ........................... .417
Tires ............................... .381Locks
..................................30
Automatic Door .........................32
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................31
Lubrication, Body ........................ .487
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................207
Lug Nuts .............................. .437
Lumbar Support ......................... .154
Maintenance Free Battery ....................483
Maintenance Procedures ....................478
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .526
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......225
Manual, Service ......................... .540
Manual Transaxle Fluid Level Check ...................... .505
Lubricant Selection ..................... .505
Manual Transmission ..................... .323
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INDEX 555

Radial Ply Tires......................... .389
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........495
Radio Operation ......................... .243
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................243
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................505
Rear Drive Assembly ...................... .505
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) .......................38
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .160
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .106
Rear Window Defroster .....................206
Rear Window Features .....................204
Rear Wiper/Washer ....................... .204
Recorder, Event Data .......................75
Recreational Towing ...................... .431
Reformulated Gasoline .....................409
Refrigerant ............................. .485
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................59
Remote Control Door Locks ............................20 Security Alarm
..........................18
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FCC General Information ..................26
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) .................20
Remote Starting System ......................26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .517
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .477
Replacement Tires ........................ .395
Reporting Safety Defects ....................539
Restraint, Head .......................... .156
Restraints, Child ...........................76
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ................200
Roll Over Warning ..........................4
Roof Type Carrier ........................ .207
Rotation, Tires .......................... .397
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ..................98
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................100
558 INDEX