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User Guide

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12MK74-926-AA  
Patriot 
Second Edition 
User Guide

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2012 

Patriot

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Summary of Contents for Patriot

Page 1: ...User Guide m 2012 Patriot...

Page 2: ...e driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control resulting in a collision and personal injury Chrysler Group LLC st...

Page 3: ...o 52 Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVIC 52 Programmable Features 53 Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink 54 Power Inverter 56 Power Outlet 58 OFF ROAD CAPABILITIES Four Wheel Drive Operation...

Page 4: ...ons to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acqu...

Page 5: ...ake Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage Refer to your Owner s Manual on the DVD for further details USE OF AFTERMARKET PROD...

Page 6: ...DRIVER COCKPIT CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4...

Page 7: ...er Washer Lever pg 19 F Audio System non touch screen radio shown pg 24 G Climate Controls pg 21 H Power Outlet Cigar Lighter pg 58 I Transmission Gear Selector J SWITCH PANEL Heated Seat Switches pg...

Page 8: ...ontrol ETC Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Light Engine Temperature Warning Light Transmission Temperature Warning Light Seat Belt Reminder Light BRAKE Brake Warning Light Malfunction Indic...

Page 9: ...tor Electronic Stability Control ESC Off Indicator Speed Control Indicator Hill Descent Control Indicator OFF ROAD OFF ROAD Indicator Odometer Messages door Door Ajar LoW tirE Low Tire Pressure gATE G...

Page 10: ...asons A child or others could be severely injured or killed Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the shift lever Do not leave the key in the ignition A child could o...

Page 11: ...er the belt in a collision Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt A shoulder belt placed behi...

Page 12: ...cle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains to protect the driver front and rear passengers sitting next to a window This vehicle may be equipped with Supplemental Seat Mounted...

Page 13: ...ovinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems This is the law and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it Installing The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System Your vehicle s sec...

Page 14: ...ed over the center top of the head restraint WARNING In a collision an unrestrained child even a tiny baby can become a projectile inside the vehicle The force required to hold even an infant on your...

Page 15: ...ift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position Recliner Lift the recliner handle located on the outboard side of the seat lean back and...

Page 16: ...use damage to the seat controls Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat s path WARNING Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The sudden...

Page 17: ...position the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and or passengers An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats The controls for the fro...

Page 18: ...us burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat TILT STEERING COLUMN The tilt lever is located on the steering column below the turn signal lever Push down on the lever to unlock the ste...

Page 19: ...ry 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 q...

Page 20: ...re on Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting Flash To Pass Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams The high beams will remain on...

Page 21: ...sired Mist Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired NOTE The mist feature does not activate the washer pump therefore no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield The wash...

Page 22: ...e a speed is set pushing the RESUME ACCEL switch once or the DECEL switch once will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph 2 km h Resume To resume a previously selected set speed in me...

Page 23: ...6 speeds the Continuously Variable Transmission CVT has an infinite number of speeds This allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to optimize performance and fuel economy Under hard acceleratio...

Page 24: ...ecirculation Use recirculation for maximum A C operation For window defogging turn the air recirculation button off If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode the indicator light ma...

Page 25: ...tion is disabled while the switch is pressed and held during manual opening and closing of the sunroof WARNING Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch Occupants particula...

Page 26: ...YOUR VEHICLE S SOUND SYSTEM ELECTRONICS 24...

Page 27: ...ELECTRONICS 25...

Page 28: ...ours Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to set the minutes Press the TUNE SCROLL control knob to save the time change To exit press a...

Page 29: ...ys the selections on the CD in random order to provide an interesting change of pace Audio Jack Operation The Audio Jack allows a portable device such as an MP3 player or a cassette player to be plugg...

Page 30: ...ome of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving Clock Setting Press and hold the TIME button until the hours blink...

Page 31: ...Type function only operates when in FM mode SETUP Button Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select between items that are available in that particular mode Turn the TUNE SCROLL control knob to sc...

Page 32: ...he AUX button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the Audio Jack is connected allowing the music from your portable device to play through the vehicle s speakers The functions of the portable...

Page 33: ...bands Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping Store Radio Presets Press the SET button once and SET 1 will show in the display Then select button 1 6 A second station may be added to e...

Page 34: ...press the button with the corresponding number 1 6 where the CD is being loaded The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC After the radio displays INSERT DISC insert the CD in...

Page 35: ...of you and your passengers Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving Clock Setting Turn the radio on then to...

Page 36: ...SS MID and or TREBLE Display Settings Press the MENU hard key and touch the Display Settings soft key to access the Display Settings menu Select the Daytime Colors soft key to switch to manual daytime...

Page 37: ...to bypass stations without stopping Store Radio Presets Select the radio band by touching either the AM FM or SAT soft key Find the station to store by either pressing the Seek Up or Seek Down soft ke...

Page 38: ...ot of the radio The radio pulls the disc in automatically and closes the flip screen The radio selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized and starts playing the first track The display...

Page 39: ...to copy songs and pictures to the internal hard drive Songs and pictures can be added to the hard drive by using a CD or USB device e g thumb drive or memory stick NOTE WMA MP3 Files and Selective Son...

Page 40: ...he PAGE soft keys to page through the list of pictures Touch the desired pictures or press the All soft key for all pictures Confirm your selections by touching the SAVE soft key NOTE The copy progres...

Page 41: ...n the touch screen If necessary use a lint free cloth dampened with a cleaning solution such as isopropyl alcohol or an isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50 50 Be sure to follow the solven...

Page 42: ...Where to then touch Points of Interest and then touch Spell Name Enter the name of your destination Touch Done Select your destination and touch Go Entering A Destination Address From the main Navigat...

Page 43: ...stop Then select the stop to add from the search results Touch Go then touch Add to Current Route Taking A Detour To take a detour you must be navigating a route Touch the back arrow icon to return to...

Page 44: ...or large cities with tall buildings SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO TRAVEL LINK The following describes features that are available when in SIRIUS Satellite Radio mode Info Touch the i soft key to view detaile...

Page 45: ...p up will alert you that a favorite song or artist is currently playing on one of the SIRIUS satellite radio channels NOTE Refer to your Media Center 430 430N User s Manual for more information Displa...

Page 46: ...nel content in steps of 5 seconds Touch and hold to rewind continuously then release to begin playing content at that point Fast Forward FW Forwards the content and works similarly to Rewind RW Howeve...

Page 47: ...eaters near your current location 6 Sports View sports scores and upcoming events for all major sports STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface o...

Page 48: ...he DVD for details NOTE The USB port supports certain Mini Classic Nano Touch and iPhone devices The USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class memory devices...

Page 49: ...y setup or Uconnect device setup After the BEEP say device pairing After the BEEP say pair a device Follow the audible prompts You will be asked to say a four digit Personal Identification Number PIN...

Page 50: ...is connected to the Uconnect Phone Depending on the maximum number of entries downloaded there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used Until then if available the previousl...

Page 51: ...e used only in safe driving conditions following local laws and phone use All attention should be kept on the roadway ahead Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others to be seve...

Page 52: ...elect the next station Previous Station to select the previous station Radio Menu to switch to the radio menu Main Menu to switch to the main menu SIRIUS Satellite Radio Mode Channel Number to change...

Page 53: ...your Media Center 430N 730N radios may be able to play incoming Short Message Service SMS messages text messages through the vehicle s sound system It also allows you to respond by selecting from var...

Page 54: ...the instrument cluster Pressing the controls on the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings For additional information refer to Programmable Features in th...

Page 55: ...may also be programmed by using the Key Fob transmitter or the ignition switch and driver s door lock switch NOTE Pressing the LOCK button while you are inside the vehicle will activate the Vehicle S...

Page 56: ...s such as garage door openers motorized gates lighting or home security systems The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery The HomeLink buttons that are located in the overhead cons...

Page 57: ...e Homelink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after Homelink has received the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow...

Page 58: ...cur for the programmed device i e garage door opener gate operator security system entry door lock home office lighting etc The hand held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time WARNING...

Page 59: ...et the inverter manually unplug the device and plug it in again To avoid overloading the circuit check the power ratings on electrical devices prior to using the inverter WARNING To avoid serious inju...

Page 60: ...tandard power outlet adapter NOTE Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts 13 Amps at 12 Volts If the 160 Watt 13 Amp power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replac...

Page 61: ...T handle located in between the front driver and passenger seats up once and release The 4WD Indicator Light will come on in the cluster This can be done on the fly at any vehicle speed To deactivate...

Page 62: ...Man 22 sq ft 2 04 sq m 1 000 lbs 450 kg 100 lbs 45 kg 2 4L Auto Man with Trailer Tow Prep Package AHC 32 sq ft 3 0 sq m 2 000 lbs 907 kg 200 lbs 91 kg Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing sp...

Page 63: ...lly towed flat towed at any legal highway speed for any distance if the manual transmission is in NEUTRAL and the ignition key is in the ACC position CAUTION Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with...

Page 64: ...or 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 TCS is active To improve the vehicle s traction when s...

Page 65: ...ed 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 che...

Page 66: ...e System problem Please have your vehicle serviced immediately 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 t...

Page 67: ...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 Air Bag Warni...

Page 68: ...d place the transmission in NEUTRAL but do not increase 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...

Page 69: ...down 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 will continue to occur If the overheating continu...

Page 70: ...And Operating in the Owner s Manual on the DVD for further information about the spare tire it s use and operation 1 Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly Turn t...

Page 71: ...ck screw to the right Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability 5 Remove the...

Page 72: ...s soon as possible Correct the tire pressure as required Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1 Mount the road tire on the axle 2 To ease the installation process for steel wheel...

Page 73: ...h lug nut is 100 ft lbs 135 N m If in doubt about the correct tightness have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station 5 After 25 miles 40 km check the lug nut tor...

Page 74: ...is on a jack Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change If working on or near a roadway be extremely careful of motor traffic To assure that spare...

Page 75: ...n your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct To access the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws located on the radiator sup...

Page 76: ...end of the positive jumper cable from the positive post of the booster battery 9 Disconnect the positive end of the jumper cable from the positive post of the discharged vehicle 10 Reinstall the air i...

Page 77: ...ry explosion Do not connect the cable to the negative post of the discharged battery The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury SHIFT LEVER O...

Page 78: ...ith a Key NOT Permitted Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted FWD Manual Transmission With a Key May be Used with the transmission in NEUTRAL Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted AWD Wi...

Page 79: ...switch For further information on ESC refer to the Owner s Manual on the DVD CAUTION When rocking a stuck vehicle by moving between REVERSE and DRIVE do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph 24 km h...

Page 80: ...or and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by y...

Page 81: ...the same time Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood To close the hood remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip then lower the hood slowly WARNING Be sure the hood is fully...

Page 82: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2 0L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 80...

Page 83: ...2 4L Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 81...

Page 84: ...e 13 6 Gallons 51 5 Liters Approximate Engine Oil Filter 2 0L 2 4L MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent Spark Plugs 2 0L 2 4L ZFR5F 11 Gap 0 043 in 1 11 mm Automatic Transmission CVT MOPAR CVTF 4 Aut...

Page 85: ...t Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Capacities Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR Power Steering Fluid 4 or MOPAR ATF 4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF 4 product MAINTAINING YOUR VEH...

Page 86: ...the brake linings replace if neces sary X X X X X X Replace the air conditioning filter X X X X X X Inspect the CV joints X X X X Inspect the exhaust system X X X X X Inspect the front suspension tie...

Page 87: ...vehicle for any of the fol lowing police taxi fleet or frequent trailer towing X Replace rear drive assembly RDA fluid X Replace power transfer unit PTU fluid X Inspect and replace PCV valve if neces...

Page 88: ...es 52 000 km or 24 Months 40 000 Miles 65 000 km or 30 Months 48 000 Miles 78 000 km or 36 Months 56 000 Miles 91 000 km or 42 Months 64 000 Miles 104 000 km or 48 Months 72 000 Miles 117 000 km or 54...

Page 89: ...ake Switch Feed 4 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch Feed OCM 5 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Tow 6 10 Amp Red IOD Sw Pwr Mir Steering Cntrl Sdar Hands Free Phone 7 30 Amp Green IOD Sense1 8 30 Amp Green IOD Sense2 9...

Page 90: ...Feed 3 24 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof Feed 25 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror If Equipped 26 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 2 27 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Only ORC Feed 28 10 Amp Red IGN RUN ORC OCM Feed 29 Ho...

Page 91: ...icle handling and increase your stopping distance Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle Never overload them Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions Under...

Page 92: ...hes Do not use oven cleaner These products may damage the wheel s protective finish Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel s protective finish...

Page 93: ...gine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition...

Page 94: ...become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer and the manufacturer To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9...

Page 95: ...s Vehicle Cover Off Road Lights Tent Kit INTERIOR Premium Carpet Floor Mats Door Sill Guards Bright Pedal Kit Slush Mats Ambient Light Kit Heated Seats Katzkin Leather Interiors Dog Bed Cargo Area Mat...

Page 96: ...ation Center EVIC 52 53 Electronics Your Vehicle s Sound System 24 Emergency In Case of Jacking 67 Jump Starting 73 Overheating 66 Engine Break In Recommendations 17 Compartment 80 Jump Starting 73 Oi...

Page 97: ...t 58 Seats 13 Steering 82 Preparation for Jacking 67 Programmable Electronic Features 53 Radio Operation 33 Rain Sensitive Wiper System 19 Rear Seat Folding 15 Recreational Towing 61 Remote Starting S...

Page 98: ...creational 61 Trailer Towing Trailer and Tongue Weight 60 Trailer Weight 60 Transmission Fluid 82 Turn Signals 18 Uconnect Phone 46 Uconnect Voice Command 49 Voice Commands 49 Warning Roll Over 3 Wash...

Page 99: ...a Bluetooth with the UConnect Hands Free Voice Activation System pg 46 How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink pg 54 UTILITY How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Patriot p...

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Page 107: ...n drinking driver call a cab a friend or use public transportation This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for c...

Page 108: ...Jeep com 12MK74 926 AA Patriot Second Edition User Guide Download a FREE electronic copy of the Owner s Manual or Warranty Booklet by visiting the For Owners tab at www Jeep com U S or www Jeep ca Can...

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