2015 JEEP PATRIOT reset

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is
provided. Your authorized dealer can check your trans-
mission fluid level using special service tools. If you
notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit
you authorized dealer immediately to have the fluid level
checked. Operating the vehicle with an improper fluid
level can cause severe transmission damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle. However, if the vehicle is frequently
driven on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain roads,
on short trips, or in heavy city traffic during hot weather,
or is used for frequent trailer towing, police, fleet, taxi,
etc., change the fluid as indicated in the Maintenance
Schedule. In addition, change the fluid and filter if the
fluid becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the
transmission is disassembled for any reason.
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission filler tube is capped and no dipstick is
provided. Your authorized dealer can check your trans-
mission fluid level using special service tools. If you
notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit
your authorized dealer immediately to have the trans-
mission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle with
an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission
damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the#Maintenance Schedule#for the proper
maintenance intervals. In addition, change the fluid and
filter if the fluid becomes contaminated (with water, etc.),
or if the transmission is disassembled for any reason.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures will influence when the
“Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Instrument Clus-
ter Descriptions” or “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This
type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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Oil Change Indicator.......................237
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................237
Oil, Engine..............................483
Capacity.............................526
Change Interval........................484
Checking.............................483
Disposal..............................485
Filter................................486
Filter Disposal.........................485
Identification Logo......................484
Materials Added To......................485
Recommendation.......................484
Synthetic.............................485
Viscosity.............................485
Oil Filter, Selection........................486
Onboard Diagnostic System..................479
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®)............182
Operating Precautions......................479
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............5
Overheating, Engine.......................437
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............5
Paint Care..............................509
Panic Alarm..............................24
Parking Brake............................357
Passing Light............................170
Personal Settings..........................240
Pets....................................99
Phone, Cellular...........................113
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®)...............113
Placard, Tire And Loading Information..........382
Power
Door Locks............................31
Mirrors..............................112
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...........194
Steering..............................356
Sunroof..............................191
Transfer Unit..........................509
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Tread Wear Indicators......................395
Trip Computer...........................232
Trip Odometer...........................218
Trip Odometer Reset Button..................218
Turn Signals.............................169
UCI Connector...........................293
Uconnect®
Advanced Phone Connectivity..............132
Operation.............................115
Phone Call Features.....................123
Phone Features.........................127
Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect®
Phone...............................134
Uconnect® 130
Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode........275
Operating Instructions CD Mode............270
Operating Instructions Radio Mode..........267
Playing MP3 Files.......................272
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio
Multimedia Satellite Radio.................262
Operating Instructions CD Mode............282
Operating Instructions Radio Mode..........276
Playing MP3 Files.......................284
Uconnect® (Hands-Free Phone)...............113
Understanding Your Instrument Panel...........216
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................547
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .293
Universal Transmitter......................182
Unleaded Gasoline........................409
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................52
Vanity Mirrors...........................113
Variance, Compass........................244
Vehicle Certification Label...................416
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............7
Vehicle Loading..........................382
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............8
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