High Mobility Characteristics - Jeep Patriot Manual

246 STARTING AND OPERATING
• 19.1 Crawl Ratio – When the system has the 4WD lock
lever engaged and is in the Low Off-Road mode, the
CVT2L initially maintains the 19:1 crawl ratio before
changing ratio. This low ratio is ideal for crawling over
obstacles.
• 4WD Lock Mode – Four wheel drive lock mode
commands a higher torque to the rear wheels, for
improved traction capability off-road. It also, turns on
other system features in conjunction with L Off-Road
mode.
• Unique Engine Calibration – When the system has
the 4WD lock lever engaged and is in the Low
Off-Road mode or reverse, the engine calibration
changes to run higher spark advance with premium
fuel for optimum off-road performance. Your vehicle is
equipped with an active spark knock system and can
adjust the engine calibration for varying range of fuel
octane levels.

High Mobility Characteristics

The Freedom Drive II Off-Road package has high off-
road mobility characteristics with an approach angle A=
29 degrees, a break-over angle B= 23 degrees, a running
ground clearance C= 9 ins. (23 cm), a departure angle D=
33 degrees, and a turning circle of 35.6 ft. (11 m).