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  • Page 1 PAT RI OT 2016 US ER GUI DE...
  • Page 2 If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary off the road.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC ..2 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION . . . 85 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE UTILITY DRIVER COCKPIT ....6 TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC Congratulations on selecting your new FCA US LLC (“FCA US”) vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new FCA US vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution (excluding legal lines). WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Rollover Warning WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 7 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your Jeep ® vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR parts, and cares ®...

  • Page 8: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 78 2. Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 29 3. Instrument Cluster pg. 8 4. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display 5. Tachometer 6. Electronic Speed Control pg. 34 7.
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 10. Lower Storage 11. Climate Controls pg. 38 12. Power Outlet pg. 84 13. Shift Lever pg. 38 14. Switch Panel • Heated Seat Switches pg. 27 • Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF pg. 94 • Hazard Switch 15.

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Fuel Gauge 2. Speedometer (See page 89 for Instrument Cluster Warning Light information.)
  • Page 11 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 3. Tachometer 4. Engine Temperature Gauge (See page 94 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Light information.)

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors And Liftgate Lock The Doors And Liftgate Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmitter to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash, and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.

  • Page 13: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic transmission into PARK or the manual transmission into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the parking brake, turn the vehicle OFF, remove the key fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.

  • Page 14: Vehicle Security Alarm

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. •...

  • Page 15: Seat Belt Systems

    GETTING STARTED If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

  • Page 16: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Air Bag Warning Light • Steering Wheel and Column •...
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED • Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. • If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with disabilities, contact your authorized dealer.
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED Air Bag Warning Light • The air bags must be ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and intercon- necting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components. •...

  • Page 20: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded.
  • Page 21 GETTING STARTED Locating LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between the seatback and seat cushion.
  • Page 22 GETTING STARTED Center Seat LATCH Do not install child restraints with rigid lower attachments in the center seating position. Only install this type of child restraint in the outboard seating positions. Child restraints with flexible, webbing mounted lower attachments can be installed in any rear seating position.
  • Page 23 GETTING STARTED 4. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will hear a clicking sound.

  • Page 24: Head Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.

  • Page 25: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • A loose head restraint thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could cause serious injury or death to occupants of the vehicle. Always securely stow removed head restraints in a location outside the occupant compartment. •...
  • Page 26 GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 27 GETTING STARTED Manual Front Seat Adjustment On models equipped with manual seats, the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward.

  • Page 28: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED Manual Lumbar The lumbar adjustment handle is located on the inboard or outboard side of the seatback. Rotate the lever downward to increase the lumbar support or rotate the lever upward to decrease the lumbar support. Lumbar Support Lever Driver's Seatback Recline To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back to the desired angle and release the lever.

  • Page 29: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED Reclining Rear Seat For additional comfort, pull the strap forward just enough to release the seatback latch. Then push the seatback to a reclined position, approximately 35 degrees maximum, and release the strap. WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest.

  • Page 30: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus- tion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.

  • Page 31: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
  • Page 32 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Headlights And Parking Lights Turn the end of the multifunction lever to the first detent to turn on the parking lights. Turn the end of the lever to the second detent to turn on the headlights. Automatic Headlights Turning the end of the multifunction lever to the third detent (AUTO), will activate the automatic headlight system.

  • Page 33: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals Move the multifunction lever up or down and the arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal lights. NOTE: If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
  • Page 34 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Wiper Operation Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the third detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation. Intermittent Wiper System Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable.
  • Page 35 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Mist Feature Push down on the control lever to activate a single wipe to clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to operate. NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump;...

  • Page 36: Electronic Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Electronic Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple...
  • Page 37 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set speed from memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed from memory.
  • Page 38 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for more information.

  • Page 39: Parkview Rear Back-Up Camera

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW REAR BACK-UP CAMERA You can see an on-screen image of the rear of your vehicle whenever the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The ParkView Rear Back-Up Camera image will be displayed on the radio display screen, located on the center stack of the instrument panel. If the radio display screen appears foggy, clean the camera lens located on the liftgate.

  • Page 40: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION This electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers).

  • Page 41: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Temperature Controls 1 — Rotate Blower Control 4 — Push A/C Button 2 — Push Air Recirculation Button 5 — Rotate Mode Control 3 — Rotate Temperature Control 6 — Push Rear Window Defroster Automatic Operation •...

  • Page 42: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.
  • Page 43 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Pinch Protect Feature This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, push the switch forward and release to Express Close.

  • Page 44: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. Uconnect Voice Command Button pg. 75 2. Uconnect Phone Button pg. 72 3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right – Behind Steering Wheel) pg. 71 4. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left – Behind Steering Wheel) pg. 71...
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS 5. USB Port on Radio pg. 59 6. Audio Jack pg. 54 7. Front Power Outlet pg. 84 8. USB Port (inside glove box) pg. 71...

  • Page 46: Uconnect 130

    ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 130 Uconnect 130 1 — CD Eject Button 9 — Set Clock Button 2 — Seek Down Button 10 — Audio Settings/Rotate To Tune 3 — Seek Up Button 11 — Radio Sales Code 4 — AM/FM Button 12 —...
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours. 3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink. 4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. 5.
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS CD/DISC Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Push to seek through CD tracks. • Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. SET/RND Or RND (Depending On Radio) Button (Random Play) • Push this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. •...

  • Page 49: Uconnect 130 With Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 130 WITH SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO Uconnect 130 With SiriusXM Satellite Radio 1 — CD Eject Button 12 — Audio Jack 2 — Seek Down Button 13 — Set Preset/CD Random Play 3 — Seek Up Button 14 — Station Preset Buttons 4 —...
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours. 3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink. 4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. 5.
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS SETUP Button • Pushing the SETUP button allows you to select between items that are available in that particular mode. • Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to scroll through the entries. Push the AUDIO/SELECT button to select an entry and make changes. SiriusXM Satellite Radio SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial included with the new vehicle purchase.
  • Page 52 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...

  • Page 53: Uconnect 230

    ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 230 Uconnect 230 1 — CD Eject Button 13 — Audio Jack 2 — Seek Down Button 14 — Radio Sales Code 3 — Seek Up Button 15 — AUX Mode Button 4 — Scan Radio Stations Button 16 —...
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting 1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink. 2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours. 3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink. 4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes. 5.
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Satellite Radio SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial included with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel.

  • Page 56: Uconnect 430/430N

    ELECTRONICS Audio Jack Operation The AUX/Audio Jack provides a means to connect a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod, to the vehicle’s sound system. This requires the use of a 3.5 mm stereo audio patch cable. •...
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS Clock Setting 1. Turn the radio on, then press the screen where the time is displayed. 2. Press the “User Clock” button on the touchscreen or the time display (Navigation radio only). 3. To adjust the hours, press either the “Hour Forward” or “Hour Backward” button on the touchscreen.
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu • Push the AUDIO button on the face- plate on the right side of the radio. • Use either the “arrow” buttons on the touchscreen or the cross-hair on the screen to change Balance and Fade. The “CENTER”...
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Radio Operation 1 — Radio Tuner Tabs 6 — Station Scan 2 — Individual Presets 7 — Seek Down 3 — Search/Browse 8 — Direct Tune 4 — Radio Station/Track Info 9 — Seek Up 5 — Sort Presets •...
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS • Once the desired station is found, press and hold one of the “PRESET” buttons on the touchscreen in the list to the right, until you hear a confirmation beep. NOTE: If the Presets are not visible on the right side of the screen, press the “PRESETS” button on the touchscreen.
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS Insert a CD/DVD Disc • To insert a disc, push the LOAD button on the faceplate. • With the printed side upwards, insert the disc into the disc slot of the radio. The radio pulls the disc in automatically and closes the flip screen. The radio selects the appropriate mode after the disc is recognized, and starts playing the first track.
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS Copying Music From CD • Push the LOAD button on the faceplate. • Insert a disc, then push the MY FILES button on the faceplate and then select “MY MUSIC” button on the touchscreen. • Press the “Add Music Files to HDD” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Disc”...
  • Page 63 ELECTRONICS Copying Pictures To The HDD • Insert either a CD or a USB device containing your pictures in JPEG format. • Push the MY FILES button on the faceplate. • Press the “My Pictures” button on the touchscreen to get an overview of the currently stored images, then press the “Add”...
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Playing Music From The HDD • Push the MEDIA button on the faceplate to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Press the “HDD” button on the touchscreen. Press the desired track button on the touchscreen to play or press the “SEARCH/BROWSE” button on the touchscreen to search by artist, by album, by song, by genre, from a folder, or from Favorites.
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS Garmin Navigation • Uconnect 430N integrates Garmin’s consumer-friendly navigation into your ve- hicle. Garmin Navigation includes a database with over six million points of interest. • Press the “NAV” button on the touchscreen in the upper right corner of the screen to access the Navigation system.
  • Page 66 ELECTRONICS Finding A Place By Spelling The Name • From the Main Navigation Menu press the “Where To?” button on the touch- screen. Next, press the “Points of Interest” button on the touchscreen then press the “Spell Name” button on the touchscreen. •...
  • Page 67 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. Following Your Route 1 —...

  • Page 68: Siriusxm Satellite Radio/Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS Taking A Detour To take a detour you must be navigating a route. • Press the “back arrow” icon button on the touchscreen multiple times to return to the Main Navigation menu. • Press the “Detour” button on the touchscreen. NOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not calculate a detour.
  • Page 69 ELECTRONICS Search/Browse • Press the “magnifying glass” button on the touchscreen to search/browse the SiriusXM channel listing by Favorites and Categories such as Song, Artist and Channel Name. The Search/Browse also allows you manage your Favorites. SAT Browse SiriusXM Satellite Radio Favorites (SAT Favorites) You can save 50 favorite songs and 50 favorite artists.
  • Page 70 ELECTRONICS Display SAT Favorites List • Press the “Search/Browse” button on the touchscreen and select “Favorites” from the SAT Browse screen. • Press the desired favorites button on the touchscreen to switch the SAT tuner to the corresponding channel. Sat Favorites Browse You may use the “LIST”...
  • Page 71 ELECTRONICS Replay • While you are in SAT mode, you can replay 44 minutes of the current SiriusXM channel (when the channel is changed, this audio buffer is erased). Push the REPLAY button to listen to the stored audio. • You can press the on-screen controls to pause and rewind audio playback, Sat Favorites Replay press the SCAN button to preview each...
  • Page 72 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Travel Link (Uconnect 430N Only) NOTE: SiriusXM Travel Link requires a subscription, sold separately after the five year trial subscription included with your vehicle purchase and is ONLY available in the United States. SiriusXM Travel Link SiriusXM Travel Link brings a wealth of useful information into your vehicle, right to your fingertips.

  • Page 73: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Push the switch up or down to in- crease or decrease the volume. • Push the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.

  • Page 74: Uconnect Phone

    ELECTRONICS • Compatible iPod devices may also be controllable using voice commands. Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for details. NOTE: The USB port supports certain Mini, Classic, Nano, Touch, and iPhone devices. The USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class memory devices.
  • Page 75 ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE: Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. Prior to starting the pairing procedure ensure all additional phones within the vehicle have their Bluetooth disabled. • Activate Bluetooth on the mobile phone you are pairing. •...
  • Page 76 ELECTRONICS • A maximum of 1,000 entries per phone will be downloaded and updated every time a phone is connected to the Uconnect Phone. • Depending on the maximum number of entries downloaded, there may be a short delay before the latest downloaded names can be used. Until then, if available, the previously downloaded phonebook is available for use.

  • Page 77: Uconnect Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS WARNING! • Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following applicable laws regarding phone use. Your attention should be focused on safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others to be severely injured or killed. •...
  • Page 78 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: “Frequency” (to change the frequency) “Next Station” (to select the next station) Radio Mode “Previous Station” (to select the previous station) “Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu) “Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu) “Channel Number”...

  • Page 79: Bluetooth Streaming Audio

    ELECTRONICS Voice Text Reply If equipped with Uconnect Voice Command, your Uconnect 430N radio may be able to play incoming Short Message Service (SMS) messages (text messages) through the vehicle's sound system. It also allows you to respond by selecting from various predefined phrases.

  • Page 80: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the Instrument Cluster. Pushing the controls on the steering wheel allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. Refer to “Programmable Features” in this guide for further information.

  • Page 81: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Push the MENU button until Personal Settings displays, then push the DOWN Arrow button scroll through the settings. Push the RIGHT Arrow button to change the setting.
  • Page 82 ELECTRONICS Auto Unlock Doors On Exit To have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened: • Enter your vehicle and close all the doors, and fasten your seat belt. • Cycle the ignition switch between the LOCK and ON position four times, ending in the LOCK position (do not start the engine).

  • Page 83: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink)

    ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink) HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery. The HomeLink buttons that are located in the overhead console or sunvisor designate the three different HomeLink channels.
  • Page 84 ELECTRONICS 3. Push and hold the HomeLink button you want to program while you push and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light. The HomeLink indicator will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter.

  • Page 85: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS Using HomeLink To operate, push and release the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the programmed device (e.g., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. WARNING! •...

  • Page 86: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET The power outlet is located on the instrument panel below the climate control and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. The outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter.

  • Page 87: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION This vehicle has two full time, on-demand, four-wheel-drive (4WD) systems avail- able, Freedom Drive I and Freedom-Drive II. They provide for all-weather, all-terrain capability for added driving security in less-than-ideal road conditions. Freedom-Drive I Four Wheel Drive System Freedom-Drive I Components 1 —...
  • Page 88 OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES • This can be done on the fly, at any vehicle speed. To deactivate, simply pull on the T-handle one more time. The “4WD Indicator Light” will then turn off. 4WD T-Handle Trail Rated Freedom-Drive II Four Wheel Drive System (If Equipped) This system offers all the benefits of Freedom Drive I plus the rugged capability of true Trail-Rated off road performance with three additional features:...

  • Page 89: Utility

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) Engine/ Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Max. Tongue Wt. Frontal Area Transmission Wt.) (See Note) 22 sq ft 2.0L Auto/Man 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) (2.04 sq m) 22 sq ft 2.4L Auto/Man 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg)

  • Page 90: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Wheels OFF the Automatic Towing Condition Manual Transmission Ground Transmission • Transmission in NEUTRAL Flat Tow None NOT ALLOWED • Key in ACC Position Front FWD Models ONLY FWD Models ONLY Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED...

  • Page 91: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your location, including the telephone number from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 92 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES – Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light This light informs you of a problem with the system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position;...
  • Page 93 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunc- tion indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
  • Page 94 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has dropped below a specified level.
  • Page 95 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES – Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, you will experience reduced vehicle performance until the automatic transmission cools down.

  • Page 96: Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active. If the light begins to flash during acceleration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.

  • Page 97: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Oil Change Indicator Message If an “oil change” message (shown as CHANgE OIL) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change. Resetting The Light After Servicing 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine). 2.

  • Page 98: Automatic Transmission Overheating

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days, the automatic transmission oil may become too hot. If the transmission overheat warning light turns on, you will experience reduced performance until the automatic transmission cools down.
  • Page 99 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the cargo area. Spare Tire Removal Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. Preparations For Jacking 1.
  • Page 100 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 101 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. NOTE: There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body. The front locations are outlined by two triangular cutouts on one of the flanges in the sill flange assembly.
  • Page 102 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable.
  • Page 103 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp edges. NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel nuts. When reinstalling the original wheel, properly align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel nuts.
  • Page 104 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover. Wheel Cover Installation 1 —...

  • Page 105: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Vehicles Without Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the vehicle has been lowered.
  • Page 106 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment below the air intake duct. To access the battery remove the air intake duct by turning the two finger screws, located on the radiator support. Air Intake Duct/Finger Screws 1 —...
  • Page 107 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.

  • Page 108: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and the fuel injection system. WARNING! Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury.

  • Page 109: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position, but do not start the engine. 5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access port, and push and hold the override release lever forward.

  • Page 110: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 111: Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS) This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident Response System. Please refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags” in “Getting Started” in this guide for further information on the Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS) function.

  • Page 112: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the hood release lever located on the left kick panel. 2. Move the safety catch located under the front edge of the hood, near the center and raise the hood.
  • Page 113 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! To prevent possible damage: • Before closing hood, make sure the hood prop rod is fully seated into its storage retaining clips. • Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.

  • Page 114: Engine Compartment - 2.0L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L 1. Washer Fluid Reservoir 2. Brake Fluid Reservoir 3. Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 4. Air Cleaner Filter 5. Air Intake (Remove to Access Battery)
  • Page 115 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Engine Oil Fill 7. Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 8. Engine Oil Dipstick 9. Engine Coolant Reservoir 10. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir...

  • Page 116: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1. Washer Fluid Reservoir 2. Brake Fluid Reservoir 3. Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 4. Air Cleaner Filter 5. Air Intake (Remove to Access Battery)
  • Page 117 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Engine Oil Fill 7. Engine Coolant Pressure Cap 8. Engine Oil Dipstick 9. Engine Coolant Reservoir 10. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir...

  • Page 118: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons 51 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 2.0L and 2.4L Engine 4.5 Quarts 4.26 Liters (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) Cooling System * 2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 7.2 Quarts 6.8 Liters Mile Formula or equiva-...
  • Page 119 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible”...

  • Page 120: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable supplement on the DVD for further details. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
  • Page 121 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Severe Duty All Models Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is operated predominately at idle or only very low engine RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty. Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: •...
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  • Page 125: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (IPM) The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label that identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover. Refer to “Engine Compartment”...
  • Page 126 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description – 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown Relay – 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof – If Equipped – 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror – If Equipped – 15 Amp Lt Blue Auto Shutdown Relay –...

  • Page 127: Tires - General Information

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION TIRE PRESSURES Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...
  • Page 128 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “What To Do In Emergencies” on your DVD for further information. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a compact or limited-use temporary spare installed.
  • Page 129 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Full Size Spare — If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life.

  • Page 130: Replacement Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not be used for replacement Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Header Lamp T578 Center Dome Lamp T578 Rear Cargo Lamp/Flashlight 8–A35LF Exterior Bulbs...

  • Page 131: Customer Assistance

    Warranty Booklet. United States customers may visit the Jeep Contact Us page at www.jeep.com scroll to the bottom of the page and select the “Contact Us” link, then select the “Owner’s Manual and Glove Compartment Material” from the left menu.

  • Page 132: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    • A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck, Dodge and SRT websites. • Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.

  • Page 133: Mopar® Accessories

    The following highlights just some of the many Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Jeep Patriot. For the full line of Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar, visit your local dealership or online at mopar.com for U.S. residents and mopar.ca for Canadian residents.

  • Page 134: Faq

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 20 How do my heated seats operate? pg. 27 ELECTRONICS Which radio is in my vehicle? • Uconnect 130 pg. 44 • Uconnect 130 with Satellite Radio pg. 47 •...
  • Page 135 UTILITY How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Patriot? pg. 87 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 90 How do I change a flat tire? pg. 96 How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg.

  • Page 136: Index

    INDEX Adding Engine Coolant Fluid Type ... .117 Overheating ... .96 (Antifreeze)... . .118 Axle Fluid .
  • Page 137 INDEX Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Throttle Control Warning Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light ....90 Light ....93 Electronic Vehicle Information Center Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) (EVIC) .
  • Page 138 INDEX Four Wheel Drive Operation ..85 Interior Appearance Care..118 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..108 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . .32 Fuel Introduction ....2 Capacity .
  • Page 139 INDEX Instrument Cluster ..30 Overheating, Engine ..95 Low Fuel ....89 Seat Belt Reminder ..93 Paint Care .
  • Page 140 INDEX Restraint, Head ... . .22 Tilt Steering Column ..28 Roll Over Warning ... .4 Tires .
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  • Page 147 This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep ® Brand Vehicle and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions,...
  • Page 148 DOWNLOAD A FREE ELECTRONIC COPY of the Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet by visiting: www.jeep.com/en/owners/manuals or www.jeep.com/en/warranty (U.S.); www.owners.mopar.ca/en (Canada). © 2015 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved. Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC. 16MK74-926-AA Patriot 2nd Edition Rev 1 User Guide...

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