Jeep Patriot 2011 Operating Information Manual page 206

oriented properly. Make sure the arrows are
pointed in the "UP" position, and that the filter is
seated completely in the air cleaner before
installing the cover.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner
filters varies considerably. Only high quality
filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPAR engine air cleaner filters are
a high quality filter and are recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the maintenance-free battery is
permanently sealed. You will never have to add
water, nor is periodic maintenance required.
WARNING!
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and
can burn or even blind you. Do not allow
battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes
or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the bat-
tery. Do not use a booster battery or any
other booster source with an output greater
than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to
touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
• The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose
that should not be disconnected and should
only be replaced with a battery of the same
type (vented).
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CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables on
the battery that the positive cable is at-
tached to the positive post and the negative
cable is attached to the negative post.
Battery posts are marked positive (+) and
negative (-) and are identified on the bat-
tery case. Cable clamps should be tight on
the terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a "fast charger" is used while the battery
is in the vehicle, disconnect both vehicle
battery cables before connecting the char-
ger to the battery. Do not use a "fast
charger" to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air condi-
tioner should be checked and serviced by an
authorized dealer at the start of each warm
season. This service should include cleaning of
the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at
this time.