Jeep 2008 Patriot Owner's Manual page 390

388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
4. Twist the bulb to the left and pull outward from
assembly.
Twisting Bulb From Socket
Removing Halogen Bulb From Assembly
NOTE: These are halogen bulbs. Take care not to touch
the bulb with your fingers. Body oils from your fingers
could cause excessive heat buildup which reduces bulb
life.