
At Each Stop for Fuel
Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is
shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is
at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
Check the windshield washer solvent and add if required.
Once a Month
Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.
Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.
Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, and power
steering and add as needed.
Check all the lights and other electrical items for correct operation.
At Each Oil Change
Change the engine oil filter.
Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR- RESET
The vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The "Oil
Change Required" message flashes in the EVIC display for approximately ten
seconds after a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based,
which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate depending upon your
personal driving style.
NOTE:
Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off road for an extended period of time.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 7, 500 miles (12 000 km) or 12 months, whichever
comes first.
CAUTION: Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
2014 Jeep Patriot Limited
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