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Jeep 2016 COMPASS User Manual

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    16mk74-926-aa patriot 2nd edition rev 1 user guide jeep.Com (u.S.) jeep.Ca (canada) 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). 2016 patriot user guide © 20...

  • Page 2: Driving and Alcohol:

    The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Fca us llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take th...

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    Introduction/welcome welcome from fca us llc . . . . . . 2 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . 8 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 vehicle security alarm ...

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    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 dr...

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    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 serio...

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    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 accel...

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    Use of aftermarket products (electronics) the use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, mp3 players, gps systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including keyless enter-n-go and remote start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wi...

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    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. Wiper/washer lever pg. 31 ...

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    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. Ignition switch (behind steering wheel) 16. Power mirrors 17. Power windows 18. Power door l...

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    Instrument cluster 1. Fuel gauge 2. Speedometer (see page 89 for instrument cluster warning light information.) controls at a glance 8.

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    3. Tachometer 4. Engine temperature gauge (see page 94 for instrument cluster indicator light information.) controls at a glance 9.

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    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. Unlock the doors and liftgate push and releas...

  • Page 13: Warning!

    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. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with ...

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    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. • keep key fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the r...

  • Page 15: Warning!

    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. Seat belt systems lap/shoulder belts ...

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    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 • instrument panel • knee impact bolsters • advanced front air...

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    • 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. • refer to the owner's manual on ...

  • Page 18: Warning!

    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. • relying on the side air bags alone could lead to more severe inju...

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    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. • the orc monitors the readiness of the electron...

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    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, gen...

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    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 ...

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    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....

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    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. This means the seat belt is now in the autom...

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    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. The child and others could be severely injured ...

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    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. • all the head restraints must be reinstalled in the vehicle to p...

  • Page 26: Warning!

    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. Serious injury or death could...

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    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. Release the bar once you have reached the desired position. Then, using body...

  • Page 28: Warning!

    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. Driver's seatback recline to adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the o...

  • Page 29: Warning!

    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...

  • Page 30: Warning!

    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 ...

  • Page 31: Caution!

    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 crui...

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    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...

  • Page 33: Caution!

    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 l...

  • Page 34: Warning!

    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 int...

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    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; therefore, no washer fluid wil...

  • Page 36: Warning!

    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 con...

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    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 me...

  • Page 38: Warning!

    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 in...

  • Page 39: Warning!

    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...

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    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 wi...

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    Automatic temperature controls (atc) automatic operation • turn the mode and blower controls to the auto position. • select the desired temperature by rotating the temperature control. • the system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air conditioning (a/c) • if the air conditioning butt...

  • Page 42: Warning!

    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. Occupants, particularly unattended children, ...

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    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 relea...

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    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 electronics 42.

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    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 electronics 43.

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    Uconnect 130 note: • your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience for you and your passengers. • some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Uconnect 130 1 — cd eject button 2 — seek do...

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    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. Push the tune/scroll control knob to save th...

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    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. • this feature plays the selections on the cd ...

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    Uconnect 130 with siriusxm satellite radio note: • your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect voice command and uconnect phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, push the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a mes...

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    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. Push the tune/scroll control knob to save th...

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    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 requi...

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    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. • pushing the aux button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the audio jac...

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    Uconnect 230 note: • your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect voice command and uconnect phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, push the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “uco...

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    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. Push the tune/scroll control knob to save th...

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    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...

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    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. • pushing the aux button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the audio jac...

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    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. 4. To adjust t...

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    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” button on the touch- screen resets the settings. • pr...

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    Radio operation • to access radio mode, push the radio button on the left side of the faceplate, then press the “am,” “fm” or “sat” button at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek up/seek down • press the “seek up” or “seek down” buttons on the touchscreen to seek through radio stations in ...

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    • 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. Cd/dvd disc operation ...

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    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,...

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    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” button on the touchscreen in the ...

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    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” button on the touchscreen...

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    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 arti...

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    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....

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    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. • enter the name of your destination. • press the “done” butto...

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    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. Adding a via point to add a stop between the current location and the end destination (via poi...

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    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, th...

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    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. Siriusxm satellite radio favorites (sat favorites) you can ...

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    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. You may use the “list” button on the touchscreen to toggle...

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    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, press the scan bu...

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    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 brings a wealth of useful information into your ve...

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    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. Left switch • push the switch up or dow...

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    • 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 me...

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    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. • push the “phone” button. • wait for the “...

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    • 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 do...

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    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. • ...

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    While in: voice command example: radio mode “frequency” (to change the frequency) “next station” (to select the next station) “previous station” (to select the previous station) “radio menu” (to switch to the radio menu) “main menu” (to switch to the main menu) siriusxm satellite ra- dio mode “chann...

  • Page 79: Warning!

    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. Note: not all phones ar...

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    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 ...

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    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 to scroll through the settings. Push the right arrow button to change the setting...

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    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). • push t...

  • Page 83

    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 t...

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    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 han...

  • Page 85: Warning!

    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 tim...

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    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. Note: • d...

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    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...

  • Page 88

    • 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. Trail rated freedom-drive ii four wheel drive system (if equipped) this system offers all the benefits of freedom drive i plus the rugged capab...

  • Page 89

    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) engine/ transmission frontal area max. Gtw (gross trailer wt.) max. Tongue wt. (see note) 2.0l auto/man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) 2.4l auto/man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) 2.4l auto/man ...

  • Page 90: Caution!

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing condition wheels off the ground manual transmission automatic transmission flat tow none • transmission in neutral • key in acc position not allowed dolly tow front fwd models only fwd models only rear n...

  • Page 91

    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. • briefly describe the nature of the ...

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    – 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; the li...

  • Page 93: Caution!

    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 b...

  • Page 94: Warning!

    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 s...

  • Page 95: Caution!

    – 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. If the ...

  • Page 96

    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...

  • Page 97: Caution!

    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. Fully depress the accelerato...

  • Page 98: Warning!

    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 ...

  • Page 99: Warning!

    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. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. Warning! Do not attempt to ...

  • Page 100: Warning!

    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. • turn on the hazard warning flasher. • block the ...

  • Page 101: Caution!

    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 ass...

  • Page 102: Warning!

    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 ...

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    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 wh...

  • Page 104: Warning!

    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. 3. Install the five wheel lug nuts with...

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    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 ...

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    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 — air intake duct 2...

  • Page 107: Warning!

    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. You coul...

  • Page 108: Warning!

    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...

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    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. 7. Move the shift lever to the neutral...

  • Page 110: Caution!

    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. Then shift back and forth between drive and reverse (with automatic transmission) or 2nd gear an...

  • Page 111

    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. Event dat...

  • Page 112

    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. Lift the hood prop rod, clipped to the right side (left sid...

  • Page 113: Caution!

    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. Never drive your vehicle unl...

  • Page 114

    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) maintaining your vehicle 112.

  • Page 115

    6. Engine oil fill 7. Engine coolant pressure cap 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Power steering fluid reservoir maintaining your vehicle 113.

  • Page 116

    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) maintaining your vehicle 114.

  • Page 117

    6. Engine oil fill 7. Engine coolant pressure cap 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Power steering fluid reservoir maintaining your vehicle 115.

  • Page 118

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 13.6 gallons 51 liters engine oil with filter 2.0l and 2.4l engine (sae 5w-20, api certified) 4.5 quarts 4.26 liters cooling system * 2.0l and 2.4l engine (mopar antifreeze/engine coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula or equiva- lent) 7.2 quarts 6.8 lit...

  • Page 119: Caution!

    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 or...

  • Page 120

    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 automati...

  • Page 121

    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: • check engine...

  • Page 122

    Maintenance chart refer to the maintenance schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ...

  • Page 123: Arning!

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,00...

  • Page 124

    Maintenance re c ord odometer date signature, autho- rized service center 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 2 y ears 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 3 y ears 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 4 y ears 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 5 y ears 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 6 y ears 70,000 miles (112,000 km) or 7 y ears 80,...

  • Page 125

    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” in ...

  • Page 126: Caution!

    Cavity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 23 – 15 amp lt blue auto shutdown relay 24 – 15 amp lt blue power sunroof – if equipped 25 – 10 amp red heated mirror – if equipped 26 – 15 amp lt blue auto shutdown relay 27 – 10 amp red airbag control module 28 – 10 amp red airbag control module/ occupan...

  • Page 127: Warning!

    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” lab...

  • Page 128: Caution!

    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 ...

  • Page 129: Warning!

    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. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the ...

  • Page 130

    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 bulb number low beam/high beam h...

  • Page 131: Warning!

    Fca us llc customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1-877-426-5337 fca canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1-800-465-2001 (english) phone: 1-800-387-9983 (french) assistance for the hearing impaired to assist customers who have hearing...

  • Page 132

    • replacement user guide kits or dvds or, if you prefer, additional printed copies of the owner's manual, warranty booklet or radio manuals may be purchased by visiting www.Techauthority.Com or by calling 1-877-890-4038 (u.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (canada). Visa, master card, american express and disco...

  • Page 133

    Authentic accessories by mopar in choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved. The following highlights just s...

  • Page 134

    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 • uconnect 230 pg. 51 • uconnect 430/430n pg. 54 how do i...

  • 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. 103 maintaining your vehicle where is my fuse block located? Pg. 123 what ...

  • Page 136

    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze). . . . . . . . . . . . .118 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . .118 adjust down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 rearward . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 air bag advanced front air b...

  • Page 137

    Electronic stability control (esc) activation/malfunction indicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 electronic throttle control (etc) indicator light . . . . . . . . . . .90 front fog light indicator . . . . .94 high beam indicator . . . . . . .94 instrument cluster warning lights . . . . . ...

  • Page 138

    Four wheel drive operation . . . . . .85 freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . .108 fuel capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 octane rating . . . . . . . . . .116 tank capacity . . . . . . . . . .116 garage door opener (homelink) . . . . . . . . . . .81, 83 gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . .11...

  • Page 139

    Instrument cluster . . . . . . . .30 low fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 seat belt reminder . . . . . . . .93 security alarm . . . . . . . . . . .94 tire pressure monitoring (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 transmission warning . . . . . . .93 turn signal . . . . . . . . . .29, 31 locks lif...

  • Page 140

    Restraint, head . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 roll over warning . . . . . . . . . . . .4 satellite radio (uconnect studios) . . . .47, 49, 53 schedule, maintenance . . . . . . .118 seat belt seat belt pretensioner . . . . . .13 seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . .118 seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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  • Page 147: Driving and Alcohol:

    The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Fca us llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take th...

  • Page 148

    16mk74-926-aa patriot 2nd edition rev 1 user guide jeep.Com (u.S.) jeep.Ca (canada) 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). 2016 patriot user guide © 20...