2016 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. Refer to “Maintaining Your
Vehicle,” for the recommended viscosity and quality grades.
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.
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
The multifunction lever controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, turn
signals, headlight beam selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights,
the passing lights, and the fog lights. The multifunction lever is located on the left
side of the steering column.
Turn Signal/Lights Lever
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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.
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.
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– 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.
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.
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light
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.
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Oil Change Indicator
Message
If an “oil change” message (shown as CHANgE OIL) appears and a single chime
sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by
taking the appropriate action:
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL, but do notincrease engine idle speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a
supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling
system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads HOT (H), pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on HOT (H), and you hear continuous chimes, turn the engine off
immediately, and call for service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from
your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open
the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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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.
If the transmission overheat warning light
turns on, you will experience reduced
performance until the automatic transmission cools down. Stop the vehicle and run
the engine at idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL until the light turns off. Once
the transmission has cooled down and the light turns off, you may continue to drive
normally. If the high speed is maintained, the overheating may reoccur.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING!
• Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving
traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
• Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the
jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body
under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take
it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
• Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.
• The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack
should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should
be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
Jack Location
The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in the cargo area.
Spare/Jack/Tools1 — Spare Tire
2 — Jack And Tools
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Adding Engine Coolant(Antifreeze) .............118
Adding Washer Fluid .........118
Adjust Down .................24
Forward ...............24
Rearward ..............24
Up ..................24
Air Bag AdvancedFrontAirBag ......14
AdvanceFrontAirBag ......14
AirBagComponents ........14
AirBags ...............14
AirBagWarningLight.....14,17
Enhanced Accident
Response ...........16,109
Event Data Recorder
(EDR) .............17,109
FrontAirBag ............14
Rollover ...............14
SideAirBags ............15
SideImpacts ............14
AirBagLight............17,89
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ................118
Air Conditioner Maintenance ....118
Air Conditioning ............39
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .....118
Air Conditioning System .......118
Air Recirculation ..........38,39
Alarm Arm The System ..........12
Disarm The System ........12
Vehicle Security Alarm ......12
Alarm, Panic ..............10
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......12,94
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . .116, 118 Capacities ............116
Disposal ..............118
Anti-Lock Warning Light ........89
Appearance Care ...........118
Assistance Towing ...........89
Audio Jack ........46,50,54,59
Audio Settings ........45,48,52
Audio Systems (Radio) .........44
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC).................39
Automatic Transmission ........38 FluidType ............117
Overheating
............96
AxleFluid...............117
Back-Up Camera ............37
Battery .................118
Bluetooth Connecting To A Particular Mobile
Phone Or Audio Device After
Pairing ................73
Body Mechanism Lubrication ....118
BrakeFluid ..............117
Brakes.................118
Brake System .............118
Master Cylinder .........118
Warning Light ...........91
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ................29
Bulb Replacement ..........128
Bulbs,Light..............128
Calibration, Compass .........78
Canada...............3,130
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............116
Capacities, Fluid ...........116
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ............118
CarWashes ..............118
CD (Compact Disc) Player .........46,49,53,58
Change Oil Indicator ..........95
ChangingAFlatTire..........96
Charging System Light .........
89
Child Restraint .............18
Child Restraints ............18
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Chil-
dren .................18
Child Seat Installation .........18
Cleaning Wheels ..............118
Windshield Wiper Blades ....118
Climate Control .............38
Clock Setting .......45,48,52,55
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . . .89
Brake Warning Light ........91
Charging System Light ......89
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InstrumentCluster ........30
LowFuel ..............89
SeatBeltReminder ........93
Security Alarm...........94
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS) ...............90
Transmission Warning .......93
TurnSignal ..........29,31
Locks Liftgate, Tailgate ..........10
Lubrication, Body ...........118
Lumbar Support ............26
Maintenance Free Battery ......118
Maintenance,General ........118
MaintenanceProcedures.......118
Maintenance Record .........122
MaintenanceSchedule........118
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine)................93
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .......117
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .......118
MediaCenterRadio........51,54
MOPAR Accessories .........131
Multi-Function Control Lever .....29
Navigation ................63
Navigation System (Uconnect GPS) ...........63
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .63
New Vehicle Break-In Period .....29
OilChangeIndicator..........95
Oil,Engine ........... 116, 118
Capacity ..............116
Change Interval .........118
Checking .............118
Disposal ..............118
Filter ............ 116, 118
Filter Disposal ..........118
Materials Added To .......118
Recommendation .....116, 118
Viscosity .............118
Oil Filter, Selection ..........118
Oil Pressure Light ...........89
Outlet Power ................84 Overheating, Engine
..........95
PaintCare...............118
Panic Alarm ...............10
Passing Light ..............30
Phone (Pairing) .............73
Phone (Uconnect) ...........72
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .............125
Power Inverter ...............83
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ...............84
Sunroof ...............40
Power Seats Down.................24
Forward ...............24
Rearward ..............24
Tilt ..................24
Up ..................24
Power Steering Fluid .........117
Power Transfer Unit ..........117
Preparation For Jacking ........97
Programmable Electronic Features . .79
Radio Presets ........45,48,52,57
RadioOperation.....45,48,52,57
R
earCamera ..............37
Rear ParkSense System ........37
Rear Seat, Folding ...........26
Rear Wiper/Washer ...........33
Recreational Towing ..........88
Refrigerant ...............118
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Arm The Alarm ...........12
Disarm The Alarm .........12
Lock The Doors ...........10
Panic Alarm ............10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . .10
Unlock The Doors .........10
Remote Starting How To Use Remote Start .....11
KeyFob ...............11
Remote Starting System .....11
Remote Starting System ........11
Replacement Bulbs ..........128
Reporting Safety Defects .......130
INDEX
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