Jeep 2014 Patriot Owner's Manual page 320

318 STARTING AND OPERATING
Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you
release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator
pedal.
Shift Pattern
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.
CAUTION!
• Launching in any gear except 1st gear will result in
excessive slipping of the clutch and potentially
lugging or stalling the engine.
• 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 driving with light
accelerations, fifth gear is recommended.