2014 JEEP PATRIOT User Guide

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)
Automatic Operation
• Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position.
• Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control.
• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.
Air Conditioning (A/C)
• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in AUTO mode, the system will exitAUTO mode and stay in A/C. The mode and blower will go to the previous user
setting.
Air Recirculation
• Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the Recirculation button off.
• If the Recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator lightmay flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Heated Mirrors
The exterior mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever
you turn on the rear window defroster.
Automatic Temperature Controls
1 — Rotate Blower Control
2 — Push Air Recirculation Button
3 — Rotate Temperature Control4 — Push A/C Button
5 — Rotate Mode Control
6 — Push Rear Window Defroster
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POWER SUNROOF
The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.
Opening Sunroof
Express Open
Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully
open and stop automatically.
Manual Open
Press and hold the switch rearward to open the sunroof. Any release of the switch will
stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially open position until the
switch is pressed again.
Venting Sunroof
Press and release the button and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
This is called “Express Vent” and will occur regardless of sunroof position. During
Express Vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing Sunroof
Express Closing
Press the switch forward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will fully
close automatically from any position.
Manual Closing
Press and hold the switch forward to close the sunroof. Any release of the switch will
stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed position until the
switch is pressed again.
Pinch Protection Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express
Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof
will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the
switch forward and release to Express Close.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch Protect reversals, the
fourth close attempt will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled.
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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 accessible to
children. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrap-
ment 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 severely injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers 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.
WIND BUFFETING
Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting
occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together.
If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any
window. This will minimize buffeting.
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YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM
1. Uconnect®Voice Command Button pg. 65
2. Uconnect
®Phone Button pg. 63
3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 61
4. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 61
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5. USB Port on Radio pg. 51
6. Audio Jack pg. 47
7. Front Power Outlet pg. 75
8. USB Port (inside glove box) pg. 62
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Uconnect® 130
NOTE:
• Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience for you andyour passengers.
• Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving.
Uconnect® 130
1 — CD Eject Button
2 — Seek Down Button
3 — Seek Up Button
4 — AM/FM Button
5 — Disc Mode Button
6 — AUX Mode Button
7 — Rewind Button
8 — Fast Forward Button9 — Set Clock Button
10 — Audio Settings/Rotate To Tune
11 — Audio Jack
12 — Radio Sales Code
13 — Set Preset/CD Random Play
14 — Station Presets Buttons
15 — ON/OFF/Rotate For Volume
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Clock Setting
1. Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.
2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours.
3. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink.
4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes.
5. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to save the changes.
6. Press any button/knob or wait five seconds to exit.
Equalizer, Balance And Fade
1. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and “BASS” will display.
2. Rotate the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to select the desired setting.
3. Continue pressing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to display and set “MIDRANGE,” “TREBLE,” “BALANCE” and “FADE.”
Radio Operation
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Press to seek through radio stations in AM or FM bands.
• Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping.
Store Radio Presets
• Press the SET/RND or SET (depending on the radio) button once and SET 1 willshow in the display. Then select a preset button (1–6).
• A second station may be added to each push button. Press the SET/RND or SET (depending on the radio) button twice and SET 2 will show in the display. Then
select a preset button (1–6).
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CD/DISC Operation
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Press to seek through CD tracks.
• Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping.
SET/RND Or RND (Depending On Radio) Button (Random Play)
• Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play.
• This feature plays the selections on the CD in random order to provide aninteresting change of pace.
Audio Jack Operation
The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an
MP3 player or an iPod®, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5
mm stereo audio patch cable.
• Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the Audio Jack is connected, allowing the music from your portable device to play through the
vehicle's speakers.
The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons, not the
buttons on the radio. However, the volume may be controlled using the radio or
portable device.
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