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2014 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Compass & Patriot
CAUTION: Do not position hoisting device on suspension
When properly positioned, a floor jack can be used to lift the vehicle and support
the raised vehicle with jack stands.
A floor jack or any lifting device, must never be used on any part of the
underbody other then the described areas.
JUMP STARTING
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - JUMP STARTING
WARNING:
Tuesday, July 19, 2016 8:28:08 AM
2014 Jeep Patriot Limited
for a complete vehicle. When the engine or rear
suspension is removed from a vehicle, the center
of gravity is altered making some hoisting
conditions unstable. Properly support or secure
vehicle to hoisting device when these conditions
exist.
components, damage to vehicle can result.
Do not attempt to raise one entire side of the
vehicle by placing a floor jack midway between the
front and rear wheels. This practice may result in
permanent damage to the body.
Review all safety precautions and warnings in
battery/starting/charging Service Information . Do
not jump start a frozen battery, personal injury
can result. Do not jump start when maintenance
free battery indicator dot is yellow or bright color.
Do not jump start a vehicle when the battery fluid
is below the top of lead plates. Do not allow
jumper cable clamps to touch each other when
connected to a booster source. Do not use open
flame near battery. Remove metallic jewelry worn
on hands or wrists to avoid injury by accidental
arcing of battery current. When using a high
output boosting device, do not allow battery
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