2014 JEEP PATRIOT warning light

9. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area,have the
tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
WARNING!
A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop
could injure the occupants in the vehicle. Have the
deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immediately.
10. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure as required.
Road Tire Installation
Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with thevalve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand. Do
not use a hammer or excessive force to install the
cover. 3.
Install the five wheel lug nuts with the cone shaped end
of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
Tire And Wheel Cover Or Center Cap
1 — Valve Stem
4 — Wheel Cover
2 — Valve Notch 5 — Road Wheel
3 — Wheel Lug Nut
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WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
4. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
5. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this sec-
tion for correct lug nut torque.
6. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly
seated against the wheel.
Vehicles Without Wheel Covers
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2.
Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end
of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased
leverage. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this sec-
tion for correct lug nut torque.
448 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning light is on.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as thebrake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked
when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level
may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual trans-
mission, the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both
the brake system and the clutch release system. The two
systems are separated in the reservoir, and a leak in one
system will not affect the other system. The manual
transmission clutch release system should not require
fluid replacement during the life of the vehicle. If the
brake fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does
not indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a
result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system. See
your local authorized dealer for service.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
498 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
CAUTION!
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton
based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as
damage to the seat may result.
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 fol-
lowed 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 MOPAR® Glass 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.
510 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle
to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected
repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only
the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a
manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan
Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail
within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you
have any questions about the service contract, call the
manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer
Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800)
465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French).
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s NewVehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
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538 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................360
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............494
Adding Fuel ............................ .413
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .488
Additives, Fuel ...........................411
Airbag ..................................61
Airbag Deployment ........................72
Airbag Light .............................68
Airbag Maintenance ........................73
Airbag, Side ..............................64
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................65
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .482
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................484
Air Conditioning ......................... .300
Air Conditioning Controls ...................300
Air Conditioning Filter .....................312
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............313
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................484
Air Conditioning System ....................300 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .387
Alarm Light ............................ .219
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................260
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................493
Capacities ........................... .521
Disposal ............................. .496
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................360
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................216
Appearance Care ........................ .506
Assistance Towing ........................ .125
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................107
Automatic Door Locks ......................32
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........304
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Fluid Level Check ...................... .503
Overheating .......................... .436
Automatic Transmission ................... .326
546 INDEX

Fluid and Filter Changes..................502
Fluid Level Check ...................... .501
Fluid Type ........................... .500
Gear Ranges .......................... .329
Special Additives ...................... .501
Autostick .............................. .341
Battery ................................ .483
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Belts, Seat ...............................98
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................487
B-Pillar Location ......................... .381
Brake Assist System ...................... .364
Brake Fluid ............................ .523
Brake, Parking .......................... .357
Brakes ................................ .359
Brake System ........................... .359
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .360
Master Cylinder ....................... .498Parking
............................. .357
Warning Light ........................ .217
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................328
Bulb Replacement ........................ .517
Bulbs, Light ............................ .100
Calibration, Compass ..................... .241
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........521
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .521
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .413
Oil (Engine) .......................... .473
Power Steering ........................ .356
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................495
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................97
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .200
Cargo Area Features ...................... .199
Cargo Compartment ...................... .199
Light ............................... .199
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Ethanol............................... .409
Event Data Recorder ........................75
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................39
Exhaust System ...........................97
Exterior Lights .......................... .100
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .482
Air Conditioning ...................... .312
Engine Oil ........................... .482
Engine Oil Disposal .....................482
Flashers ............................... .435
Hazard Warning ....................... .435
Turn Signal .......................... .100
Flooded Engine Starting ....................322
Fluid, Brake ............................ .523
Fluid Capacities ......................... .521
Fluid Leaks ............................ .100Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle .....................503
Automatic Transmission ..................501
Cooling System ........................ .492
Power Steering ........................ .356
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........522
Fog Lights ............................. .165
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .160
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) ...................160
Four Wheel Drive ........................ .345
Systems ............................. .345
Four Wheel Drive Operation .................345
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................463
Fuel .................................. .408
Adding ............................. .413
Additives .............................411
Capacity ............................ .521
Clean Air ............................ .409
Ethanol ............................. .409
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