2015 JEEP PATRIOT transmission oil

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and
axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles
(100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws
contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy
conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity
and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers)
of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of an engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may
result.
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Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) are also equipped with
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake
Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS
system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch
from the OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for
approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake
is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch
in the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is applied. It does not show the degree
of brake application.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system
may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision.
Have the vehicle checked immediately.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal,
turn the engine off immediately.
We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant.
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might
occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, you will
experience reduced vehicle performance until the automatic transmission cools
down. If the overheating continues, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle, with
the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the light turns off. Once the light turns off, you
may continue to drive normally.
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CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature Warning Light illuminated
will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning
Light is illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot
engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, this light will turn on
for four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if the driver's seat
belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or when driving, if the
driver or front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Indicator Light
will flash or remain on continuously. Refer to “Seat Belt Systems” in “Things To
Know Before Starting” in your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may
illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays
on through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive
normally and not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could
lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend
you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
-ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)Activation/MalfunctionIndicatorLight
If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the
engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light
remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles
(kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend you do not
operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” starts to flash as soon as the tires
lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. If the light begins to flash during
acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be
sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions. The light also
flashes when Traction Control System (TCS) is active. To improve the vehicle's
traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch
the ESC system to Partial Off mode by momentarily pressing the ESC Offswitch.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING
During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days, the
automatic transmission oil may become too hot.
When the transmission overheat warning lightturns on, you will experience
reduced performance until the automatic transmission cools down. Once the trans-
mission has cooled down and the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
If the high speed is maintained, the overheating will continue to occur.
If the overheating continues, it may become necessary to stop the vehicle and run the
engine at idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the light turns off.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
Jack Location
The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in the cargo area.
Spare Tire Stowage
The compact spare tire is stowed under
the rear load floor in the cargo area.
Spare Tire Removal
• Lift up the load floor cover and remove
the hold down.
Preparations For Jacking
1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Place the shift lever in PARK (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual
transmission).
5. Turn OFF the ignition.
Spare/Jack/Tools
1 — Spare Tire2 — Jack And Tools
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Adding Engine Coolant
(Antifreeze).............108
Adding Washer Fluid.........108
Air Bag
Advanced Front Air Bag . . . . . .14
Advance Front Air Bag . . . . . .14
Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Air Bag Warning Light . . . . . . .14
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Rollover...............14Side Air bags . . . . . . . . . . . .16Side Impact Curtains.......16Side Impacts . . . . . . . . . . . .14Air bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air CleanerFilter)................108Air Conditioner Maintenance....108Air Conditioning............33Air Conditioning Refrigerant.....108Air Conditioning System.......108Air Recirculation..........33,34AlarmArm The System..........12Disarm The System........12Vehicle Security Alarm......12Alarm, Panic..............10Alarm (Security Alarm)......12,86Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . .106, 108Capacities............106Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108Anti-Lock Warning Light........81Appearance Care...........108Assistance Towing...........81Audio Jack........39,42,45,51Audio Settings........39,41,44Audio Systems (Radio).........38Automatic Temperature Control(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Automatic Transmission........32Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . .107Overheating............88Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Battery..............95,108Bluetooth®
Connecting To A Particular MobilePhone Or Audio Device AfterPairing................63
Body Mechanism Lubrication....108
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Brake System.............108
Master Cylinder.........108
Warning Light...........83
Break-In Recommendations, New
Vehicle................27
Bulb Replacement..........118
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Calibration, Compass.........69Capacities, Antifreeze (EngineCoolant)..............106Capacities, Fluid...........106Caps, FillerOil (Engine)............108Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108CD (Compact Disc)Player.........39,42,45,50Change Oil Indicator..........86Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . .88Charging System Light.........81Child Restraint.............17Child RestraintsLower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17CleaningWheels..............108Windshield Wiper Blades....108Climate Control.............32Clock Setting.......38,41,44,47Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . . .81Brake Warning Light........83Charging System Light......81Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Activation/Malfunction IndicatorLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)Indicator Light...........82Front Fog Light Indicator.....86High Beam Indicator.......86Instrument Cluster WarningLights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Oil Pressure Warning Light....81
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