2020 JEEP PATRIOT engine

Blower Control
Rotate this control to
regulate the amount of
air forced through the
ventilation system in
any mode. The blower
speed increases as you
move the control to the
right from the “O” (OFF)
position. There are
seven blower speeds.
Temperature Control
Rotate this control to
regulate the tempera-
ture of the air inside the
passenger compart-
ment. Rotating the dial
left into the blue area of
the scale indicates
cooler temperatures,
while rotating right into
the red area indicates warmer temperatures.NOTE:
If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the
A/C condenser located in front of the radia-
tor for an accumulation of dirt or insects.
Clean with a gentle water spray from behind
the radiator and through the condenser.
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce
airflow to the condenser, reducing air con-
ditioning performance.
Air Conditioning Control
Push this button to en-
gage the Air Condition-
ing. A light will illuminate
when the Air Condition-
ing system is engaged.
Rotating the dial left into
the blue area of the
scale indicates cooler
temperatures, while ro-
tating right into the red
area indicates warmer temperatures.NOTE:
The air conditioning compressor will not
engage until the engine has been running
for about 10 seconds.
•MAX A/C
For maximum cooling use the A/C and recircu-
lation buttons at the same time.
•ECONOMY MODE
If economy mode is desired, push the A/C
button to turn OFF the indicator light and the
A/C compressor. Then, select Panel, Bi-Level or
Floor mode and move the temperature control
to the desired temperature.
Mode Control (Air Direction)
Rotate this control to
choose from several
patterns of air distribu-
tion. You can select ei-
ther a primary mode as
identified by the sym-
bols on the control, or a
blend of two of these
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Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide
proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. A solution of 50%
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) coolant that
meets the requirements of FCA Material Stan-
dard MS.90032 and 50% water is recom-
mended. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for proper coolant
selection.
Winter Operation
Use of the air Recirculation Mode during winter
months is not recommended because it may
cause window fogging.
Vacation Storage
Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more,
run the air conditioning system at idle for about
five minutes in the fresh air and high blower
settings. This will ensure adequate system lu-
brication to minimize the possibility of compres-
sor damage when the system is started again.Window Fogging
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly
removed by turning the mode selector to De-
frost. The Defrost/Floor mode can be used to
maintain a clear windshield and provide suffi-
cient heating. If side window fogging becomes a
problem, increase blower speed. Vehicle win-
dows tend to fog on the inside in mild but rainy
or humid weather.
NOTE:
Recirculate without A/C should not be used
for long periods as fogging may occur.
Side Window Demisters
A side window demister outlet is located at each
end of the instrument panel. These non-
adjustable outlets direct air toward the side
windows when the system is in the FLOOR,
MIX, or DEFROST mode. The air is directed at
the area of the windows through which you view
the outside mirrors.Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front
of the windshield, is free of obstructions such as
leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may
reduce airflow, and if they enter the plenum,
they could plug the water drains. In winter
months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice,
slush, and snow.
A/C Air Filter — If Equipped
The A/C Filter prevents most dust and pollen
from entering the cabin. The filter acts on air
coming from outside the vehicle and recircu-
lated air within the passenger compartment.
Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for A/C Air Filter service
information or see your authorized dealer for
service. Refer to “Maintenance Schedules” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for filter service inter-
vals.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
•STARTING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165•Manual Transmission — If Equipped................165
•Automatic Transmission — If Equipped..............165
•Normal Starting.............................165
•Extreme Cold Weather (below −20°F or −29°C)...........166
•If Engine Fails To Start........................166
•After Starting..............................166
•MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . .166•Five-Speed Manual Transmission..................166
•Recommended Shift Speeds.....................167
•Downshifting..............................168
•AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . .168•Key Ignition Park Interlock......................169
•Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System............169
•Six-Speed Automatic Transmission — If Equipped........169
•Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If
Equipped.................................173
•AUTOSTICK................................176•AutoStick (Six-Speed Automatic Transmission) — If Equipped .176
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•Tire Inflation Pressures........................196
•Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation.............197
•Radial Ply Tires.............................197
•Tire Types................................198
•Run Flat Tires — If Equipped.....................199
•Spare Tires — If Equipped.......................199
•Tire Spinning..............................200
•Tread Wear Indicators.........................200
•Life Of Tire...............................201
•Replacement Tires...........................201
•TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .202
•TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .203
•TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) . . . . .. . . .204
•Base System...............................205
•Premium System — If Equipped...................207
•TPMS Deactivation — If Equipped..................209
•FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . .210•Methanol.................................210
•Ethanol..................................210
•Clean Air Gasoline...........................211
•MMT In Gasoline............................211
•Materials Added To Fuel.......................211
•ADDING FUEL...............................212•Locking Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................212
•Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message...................212
•TRAILER TOWING . . ..........................213•Common Towing Definitions.....................213
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and
fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the Key Fob from the ignition and lock your
vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allow-
ing children to be in a vehicle unattended
is dangerous for a number of reasons. A
child or others could be seriously or fatally
injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the
transmission gear selector.
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil-
dren. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
Manual Transmission — If EquippedBefore starting the engine fully apply the park-
ing brake, press the clutch pedal to the floor and
place the gear selector in NEUTRAL.
NOTE:
The engine will not start unless the clutch
pedal is pressed to the floor.
Automatic Transmission — If
Equipped
The gear selector must be in the PARK or
NEUTRAL position before you can start the
engine. Press the brake pedal before shifting to
any driving gear.
NOTE:
You must press the brake pedal before shift-
ing out of PARK.Tip Start
Do notpress the accelerator. Turn the ignition
switch to the START position and release it as
soon as the starter engages. The starter motor
will continue to run, and it will disengage auto-
matically when the engine is running. If the
engine fails to start, the starter will disengage
automatically in 10 seconds. If this occurs, turn
the ignition switch to the LOCK position, wait 10
to 15 seconds, then repeat the “Normal Start-
ing” procedure.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or
pressing the accelerator pedal.
Normal StartingNormal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine does not require pumping or pressing
the accelerator pedal. Simply turn the ignition
switch to the START position and release when
the engine starts. If the engine fails to start
within 15 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the
OFF position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then
repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
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WARNING!
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to
get it started. Vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the cata-
lytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter and
vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged bat-
tery, booster cables may be used to obtain a
start from another vehicle. This type of start
can be dangerous if done improperly, so
follow the procedure carefully. Refer to
“Jump-Starting” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” for further information.
Extreme Cold Weather (below −20°F
or −29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these tempera-
tures, use of an externally powered electric
engine block heater (available from your autho-
rized dealer) is recommended.
If Engine Fails To StartIf the engine fails to start after you have followed
the “Normal Starting” procedure, it may be
flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way
to the floor and hold it there. Crank the engine
for no more than 15 seconds. This should clear
any excess fuel in case the engine is flooded.
Leave the ignition key in the ON position, re-
lease the accelerator pedal and repeat the
“Normal Starting” procedure.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into
the throttle body air inlet opening in an
attempt to start the vehicle. This could result
in flash fire causing serious personal injury.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
crank the engine for more than 15 seconds
at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying
again.
After StartingThe idle speed will automatically decrease as
the engine warms up.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF
EQUIPPED
Five-Speed Manual Transmission
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave
the vehicle unattended without having the
parking brake fully applied. The parking
brake should always be applied when the
driver is not in the vehicle, especially on an
incline.
Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift
gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly
press the accelerator pedal.
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Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a
gear. Be sure the transmission is in first gear,
(not third), when starting from a standing posi-
tion. Damage to the clutch can result from
starting in a gear higher than first gear.
CAUTION!
•Launching in any gear except 1st gear will
result in excessive slipping of the clutch
and potentially lugging or stalling the en-
gine.
•Use each gear in numerical order, do not
skip a gear. Be sure the transmission is in
first gear, (not third), when starting from a
standing position. Damage to the clutch
can result from starting in a gear higher
than first gear.
For most city driving, you will find it easier to use
only the lower gears. For steady highway driv-
ing with light accelerations, fifth gear is recom-
mended.Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch
pedal, and never try to hold the vehicle on a hill
with the clutch pedal partially engaged. This will
cause abnormal wear on the clutch.
Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has
come to a complete stop.
NOTE:
During cold weather, until the transmission
lubricant is warm, you may experience
slightly higher shift efforts. This is normal
and not harmful to the transmission.
Recommended Shift SpeedsTo use your manual transmission for optimal
fuel economy, it should be upshifted as listed in
the following table.
Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds
Units in mph (km/h)
Engine Size Acceleration Rate 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5
All EnginesAccel 14 (23) 23 (37) 29 (47) 45 (72)
Cruise 12 (19) 18 (29) 25 (40) 32 (52)
Shift Pattern
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DownshiftingProper downshifting will improve fuel economy
and prolong engine life.
CAUTION!
If you skip a gear while downshifting or
downshift at too high of a vehicle speed,
these conditions may cause the engine to
overspeed if too low of a gear is selected and
the clutch pedal is released. Damage to the
clutch and the transmission can result from
skipping a gear while downshifting or down-
shifting at too high of a vehicle speed even if
the clutch pedal is held pressed (i.e., not
released).
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life,
shift down to second or first gear when de-
scending a steep grade.
When turning a corner or driving up a steep
grade, downshift early so that the engine will not
be overburdened.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
— IF EQUIPPED
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if
the following precautions are not observed:
•Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only
after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
•Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE,
NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is
above idle speed.
•Before shifting into any gear, make sure
your foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE:
You must press and hold the brake pedal
while shifting out of PARK.
WARNING!
•It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or
NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher
than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly
pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could
accelerate quickly forward or in reverse.
You could lose control of the vehicle and
hit someone or something. Only shift into
gear when the engine is idling normally
and your foot is firmly pressing the brake
pedal.
•Unintended movement of a vehicle could
injure those in or near the vehicle. As with
all vehicles, you should never exit a ve-
hicle while the engine is running. Before
exiting a vehicle, always shift the transmis-
sion into PARK, apply the parking brake,
turn the engine OFF, and remove the igni-
tion key. Once the key is removed, the
transmission is locked in PARK, securing
the vehicle against unwanted movement.
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