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2014 GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Quick Reference - Compass & Patriot
Do not attach tow chains, T-hooks, or J- hooks to a bumper, steering linkage,
drive shafts or a non-reinforced frame hole.
Do not tow a heavily loaded vehicle. Use a flatbed device to transport a
loaded vehicle.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
With Ignition Key
AUTOMATIC AND MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Front-wheel-drive vehicles must have the front wheels elevated; all-wheel-drive
vehicles must be hauled on a flatbed truck.
ALL TRANSAXLES
If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY position, not in the LOCK position.
Do not attempt to use sling type equipment when towing. When securing vehicle
to flat bed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components. Damage
to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters,
etc.), the key must be in the ON position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make
certain the transaxle remains in NEUTRAL.
WITHOUT THE IGNITION KEY
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the
LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels
are raised. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle.
Battery power is required to release the brake/transmission interlock system.
There is a removable plug in the right side of the shifter housing that allows you
to insert your finger to override the system.
TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE (FLAT TOWING WITH ALL FOUR WHEELS ON THE
GROUND)
CAUTION: DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the
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2014 Jeep Patriot Limited
drivetrain will result.
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