2015 JEEP PATRIOT TPMS

- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
This light informs you of a problem with the system.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
PARK position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable.
However, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the
engine is running, immediate service is required, and you may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall, and your vehicle may require
towing.
-TirePressureMonitoringSystem(TPMS)Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible
and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR
PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLACARD OR
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES
BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is
the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has
not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
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When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction
indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air
temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage,
especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the
outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be
increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this
outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your
vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermar-
ket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or
balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors
may result.
- Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking
brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake
is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the
anti-lock brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid
level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake
hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been
detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
system. In this case, the light will remain on until the condition has been corrected.
If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to
a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is
indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level
in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level. The light will remain on
until the cause is corrected.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 18
How do my heated seats operate? pg. 25
ELECTRONICS
Which radio is in my vehicle?
• Uconnect®130 pg. 38
• Uconnect®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 40
• Uconnect®230 pg. 43
• Uconnect®430/430N pg. 46
How do I activate the Audio Jack?
• Uconnect®130 pg. 42
• Uconnect®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 42
• Uconnect®230 pg. 42
• Uconnect®430/430N pg. 51
How do I set the clock on my radio?
• Uconnect®130 pg. 44
• Uconnect®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 44
• Uconnect®230 pg. 44
• Uconnect®430/430N pg. 47
How do I use the Navigation feature? pg. 54
How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth®with the Uconnect®Hands-Free Voice
Activation System? pg. 63
How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)? pg. 72
UTILITY
How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Patriot? pg. 79
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 82
How do I change a flat tire? pg. 88
How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 95
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS) Light............82Turn Signal Indicator.......86Vehicle Security Light.......86Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108Compact Spare Tire..........116Compass Calibration..........69Coolant (Antifreeze).........106Cooling System............108Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . .108Coolant Level...........108Disposal of Used Coolant....108Drain, Flush, and Refill.....108Inspection............108Points to Remember . . . . . . .108Pressure Cap...........108Selection of Coolant(Antifreeze)........106, 108Corrosion Protection.........108Cruise Control (Speed Control)....30Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Customer Assistance.........119
Defects, Reporting..........120Dimmer Control.............28Dimmer Switch, Headlight......28Disabled Vehicle Towing........81Disarming, Security System......12Discharged Battery...........95DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .108
ElectronicsYour Vehicle's Sound System . . .36Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl)................30Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .85Electronic Throttle Control WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70Average Fuel Consumption....69Distance Traveled.........69Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Exit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Language (Selecting The
Language)..............70
Travel Time.............69
Trip Functions...........69
Units (Set Units)..........70
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking...............88
Jump Starting...........95
Overheating............87
To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 1
Engine
Air Cleaner............108
Break-In Recommendations . . .27
Checking Oil Level........108
Compartment...........102
Coolant (Antifreeze).......106
Cooling...............108
Jump Starting...........95
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106, 108
Oil Filler Cap...........108Oil Selection...........108Overheating............87Event Data Recorder.........100Exhaust System............108
FiltersAir Cleaner............108Engine Oil . . . . . . . . .106, 108Engine Oil Disposal.......108FlashersTu r n S i g n a l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 6Flash-To-Pass..............28Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88Fluid, Brake..............107Fluid Capacities............106Fluids, Lubricants and GenuineParts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 86Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . .24Four Wheel Drive Operation......77Freeing A Stuck Vehicle........99Front Heated Seats...........25Front WipersMist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
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Fuel
Capacity..............106
Octane Rating..........106
Ta n k C a p a c i t y..........106
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)..72
Gasoline (Fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . .106
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . .108
Glass Cleaning............108
GPS Navigation (Uconnect®gps) . . .56
Hard Drive (HDD)............51Headlights................28Cleaning.............108Dimmer Switch..........28High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Head Restraints............21Heated Mirrors...........33,34Heated Seats..............25High Beam Indicator..........86High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)Switch................28HomeLink®(Garage Door Opener) . .72Hood Release.............101
Instrument Cluster............8Indicators..............8Instrument Cluster WarningLights . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 81, 86Instrument Panel Cover.......108Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . .108Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . .113Interior and Instrument Lights . . .6, 7Interior Appearance Care.......108Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . .29Introduction...............3Inverter Outlet (115V).........75Inverter, Power.............75iPod®/USB/MP3 Control........62Bluetooth®Streaming Audio . . .68
Jacking Instructions..........89Jack Location..............88Jack Operation...........88,89Jump Starting..............95
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Arm The Alarm...........12
Disarm The Alarm.........12
Lock The Doors...........10
Panic Alarm............10
Remote Start............11
Unlock The Doors.........10
Key Fob Programmable Features . . .70
Lane Change and Turn Signals . . . .29
Lane Change Assist..........29
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forCHildren). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118LightsCruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86Engine Temperature Warning . . .84Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86Four-Wheel Drive Indicator....86Headlights.............28High Beam Indicator.......86Hill Descent Control Indicator . .86Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Seat Belt Reminder . . . . . . . .85Security Alarm...........86Tire Pressure Monitoring(TPMS)...............82Transmission Warning.......84Tu r n S i g n a l . . . . . . . . . . 2 8 , 2 9LocksLiftgate, Tailgate..........10Lubrication, Body...........108Lumbar Support............23
Maintenance Free Battery......108Maintenance, General........108Maintenance Procedures.......108Maintenance Record.........112Maintenance Schedule........108Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Manual TransmissionLubricant Selection.......107Master Cylinder (Brakes).......108Media Center Radio . . . . . . . .43, 46MOPAR®Accessories.........121
Navigation................54Navigation System (Uconnect®gps)..55
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