2016 JEEP PATRIOT warning lights

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
IMPORTANT:The warning / indicator light switches on
in the instrument panel together with a dedicated mes-
sage and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These
indications are indicative and precautionary and as such
must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative
to the information contained in the Owner Manual,
which you are advised to read carefully in all cases.
Always refer to the information in this chapter in the
event of a failure indication. All active telltales will display first if applicable. The
system check menu may appear different based upon
equipment options and current vehicle status. Some
telltales are optional and may not appear.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 223

Red Telltale Indicator Lights
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN, 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 seat belt remains un-
buckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously and a chime will
sound. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information.
224 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better
view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems.
They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as
conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than
low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfacto-
rily in off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp
turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this
type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in
loss of control or vehicle rollover.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
You will encounter many types of terrain driving off-
road. You should be familiar with the terrain and area
before proceeding. There are many types of surface
conditions: hard packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand,
mud, snow and ice. Every surface has a different effect on
your vehicle’s steering, handling and traction. Control-
ling your vehicle is one of the keys to successful off-road
driving, so always keep a firm grip on the steering wheel
and maintain a good driving posture. Avoid suddenaccelerations, turns or braking. In most cases there are no
road signs, posted speed limits or signal lights. Therefore
you will need to use your own good judgment on what is
safe and what is not. When on a trail, you should always
be looking ahead for surface obstacles and changes in
terrain. The key is to plan your future driving route while
remembering what you are currently driving over.
CAUTION!
Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other
combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle
exhaust system could cause a fire.
WARNING!
Always wear your seat belt and firmly tie down
cargo. Unsecured cargo can become projectiles in an
off-road situation.
360 STARTING AND OPERATING

Emergency, In Case OfJacking .............................. .454
Jump Starting ......................... .475
Towing ............................. .482
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........492
Engine ............................. .489, 490
Air Cleaner .......................... .499
Block Heater ......................... .338
Break-In Recommendations .................96
Checking Oil Level ..................... .495
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................507, 538
Cooling ............................. .507
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................98, 428
Fuel Requirements ..................... .424
Jump Starting ......................... .475
Oil .......................... .495, 537, 538
Oil Filler Cap ...................489, 490, 497
Oil Filter ............................ .498
Oil Selection .......................... .496Oil Synthetic
......................... .498
Overheating .......................... .451
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............70
Ethanol ............................... .425
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................98, 428
Exhaust System ....................... .98, 505
Exterior Lights .......................... .101
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .499
Air Conditioning ....................328, 502
Engine Oil ........................ .498, 538
Engine Oil Disposal .....................498
Flashers ............................... .451
Hazard Warning ....................... .451
Turn Signal .....................101, 243, 536
Flooded Engine Starting ....................337
Fluid, Brake ............................ .540
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INDEX 569

GaugesFuel ................................ .240
Gear Ranges ........................ .344, 351
Gear Select Lever Override ..................481
General Information ...................... .143
Glass Cleaning .......................... .526
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................434
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..............431, 433
GVWR ................................ .431
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect) ................112
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................451
Headlights ............................. .535
Cleaning ............................ .526
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........167
On With Wipers .....................168, 172
Passing ............................. .168
Replacing ............................ .535
Switch .............................. .165Head Restraints
......................... .156
Heated Mirrors ...........................111
Heated Seats ............................ .152
Heater ................................ .316
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .338
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .167
Hill Descent Control ....................246, 387
Hill Start Assist .......................... .377
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .436
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............181
Hood Release ........................... .162
Ignition .................................12
Key..................................12
Ignition Key Removal .......................12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................15
Information Center, Vehicle ..................248
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................108
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INDEX 571

Instrument Cluster..................229, 230, 243
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............217
Instrument Panel Cover .....................527
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............527
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............529
Interior Appearance Care ....................525
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............172
Introduction ..............................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio .............147, 312
Jacking Instructions ....................... .456
Jack Location ........................... .455
Jack Operation ....................... .454, 456
Jump Starting ........................... .475
Key-In Reminder ..........................14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) .................20
Key, Programming .........................17 Key, Replacement
..........................16
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................15
Lane Change And Turn Signals ...............536
Lane Change Assist ....................... .167
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................43
Latches ............................... .101
Hood ............................... .162
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .424
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .101
Life Of Tires ............................ .410
Liftgate (Sedan) ...........................38
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............208
Light Bulbs ......................... .101, 534
Lights ............................. .101, 164
AirBag .........................71, 99, 225
Back-Up ............................. .536
Brake Assist Warning ....................385
572 INDEX

Brake Warning........................ .226
Bulb Replacement ...................... .535
Cargo .............................. .203
Center Mounted Stop ....................537
Daytime Running ...................... .166
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............164, 167
Engine Temperature Warning ...............229
Exterior ............................. .101
Fog............................. .166, 536
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator ................240
Headlights ........................... .165
Headlights On With Wipers .............168, 172
Headlight Switch ...................... .165
High Beam ........................... .167
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............167
Instrument Cluster ..................... .165
License ............................. .537
Lights On Reminder .....................166
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........232Map Reading
......................... .169
Park ............................... .244
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .224
Security Alarm ..................... .19, 228
Service .............................. .535
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............234
Traction Control ....................... .385
Turn Signal ..............101, 164, 167, 243, 536
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .229, 243
Loading Vehicle ...................... .431, 432
Capacities ........................... .432
Tires ............................... .395
Locks ..................................29
Automatic Door .........................32
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................29
Power Door ............................31
Lubrication, Body ........................ .503
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................210
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INDEX 573