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Jeep Patriot 2011 User Manual

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    20 1 1 patriot user guide.

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    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. Chrysler group llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may...

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    Introduction/welcome welcome from chrysler group llc . . . . 2 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 theft alarm...

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    Welcome from chrysler group llc congratulations on selecting your new chrysler group llc vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new chrysler group llc vehicle has characteristics ...

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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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    Driver cockpit controls at a glance 4.

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    Controls at a glance 5.

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    Instrument cluster warning lights - low fuel warning light - charging system light** - oil pressure warning light** - anti-lock brake (abs) light** - airbag warning light** - electronic throttle control (etc) light - tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) light - engine temperature warning light - t...

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    Indicators - turn signal indicators - high beam indicator - front fog light indicator - vehicle security indicator* - 4wd indicator - electronic stability control (esc) off indicator - cruise indicator - hill descent control indicator off road - off road indicator odometer messages door - door ajar ...

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    Key fob locking and unlocking the doors/liftgate • press the lock button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the unlock button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate. • all doors can be programmed to unlock on the first...

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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...

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    Warning! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. Suppl...

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    Warning! (continued) • after any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately. Child restraints • children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the ...

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    • the tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback. • tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Installing the child restraint using the vehicle seat belts • to i...

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    Front seats power seats • the power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. Manual seat adjustment forward/rearward • lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near t...

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    Recliner • lift the recliner handle located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired position. Driver’s seat height adjustment • the height adjustment lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. Raise the lever to raise the seat. Lower the lever to lower the seat...

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    Rear seats folding rear seatback • to fold each rear seatback, pull the strap forward to move the seatback forward and flat. Reclining rear seatback • to recline each rear seatback, pull the strap forward just enough to release the seatback latch. Then push the seatback to a reclined position, appro...

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    Warning! • persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially i...

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    Turn signal/lights lever headlights/parking lights • rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights . Instrument panel dimmer • rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights a...

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    Wiper/washer lever front wipers intermittent, low and high operation • rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation. Washer operation • pull the lever toward you...

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    Speed control • the speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise on/off • push the on/off switch to activate the speed control. • the cruise symbol will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the speed control is on. • push the on/off switch a second time to turn the system...

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    Continuously variable automatic transmission (cvt) • while conventional automatic transmissions typically have 4, 5 or 6 speeds, the continuously variable transmission (cvt) has an infinite number of speeds. This allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to optimize performance and fuel economy...

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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 • if the air conditioning button is ...

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    Power sunroof • the power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening sunroof express • press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Closing sunroof express • press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close automatically from ...

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    Pinch protection 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 return to the open position. Note: pinch protection is disabled while the switch i...

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    Your vehicle's sound system electronics 24.

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    Electronics 25.

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    Non-touch-screen radios media center 130 (sales code res) media center 130 with satellite radio (sales code res + rsc) electronics 26.

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    Media center 230 (sales code req) note: your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on ...

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    Audio jack • the audio jack allows a portable device, such as an mp3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. • pressing the aux button will change the mo...

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    Touch-screen radio media center 430/430n cd/dvd/hdd (sales code rbz/rhb) note: your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you...

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    • the functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device. Clock setting • turn the radio on, then touch the screen where the time is displayed. • touch the user clock soft-key (navigation radio only). • to adjust ...

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    • use the page soft-keys to page through a list of pictures and press the picture you would like to import. • confirm your selection by touching the yes soft-key. The imported picture is now available in the manage my pictures screen. • in order to display the imported picture in the radio screen, t...

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    • after touching one of the subcategories, follow the on-screen steps to complete the process and be routed to your destination. Setting a home location • touch the nav soft-key in the upper-right corner of your radio screen to access the navigation system. • touch the where to? Soft-key, then touch...

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    • movie listings • check which movies (includes start times, ratings, run lengths and summaries) are playing at theaters near your current location. • sports scores • view scores and upcoming events for all major sports. • your favorite location, theater and sports teams can be stored for quick acce...

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    Phone pairing note: pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. You will also need to follow the bluetooth ® instructions in your cell phone user guide to complete the phone pairing setup. • press the phone button to begin. • wait for the “ready” prompt and beep. • (after the beep), ...

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    Changing the volume • start a dialogue by pressing the phone button , then adjust the volume during a normal call. • use the radio on/off volume rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the uconnect™ system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for uconnect™ is different t...

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    Changing the volume • start a dialogue by pressing the voice command button , then say a command (for example, “tutorial”). • use the radio on/off volume rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the voice command system is speaking. The volume setting for voice command is differ...

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    • compatible ipod ® devices may also be controllable using voice commands (media center 430/430n with uconnect™ phone required). 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 play...

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    Compass calibration • this compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the evic will display “cal” until the compass is calibrated. • you may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 d...

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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. • cycle the ignition switch between lock and on and then back to lock four times, ending up in the lock position (do not start the engine). • press the power doo...

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    • park your vehicle outside of the garage and turn the ignition switch to the on/run position. • place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) from the homelink ® buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. • simultaneously, press and hold both the chosen homelink ® button and the han...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not run your vehicle in a closed garage or confined area while programming the transceiver. Exhaust gas from your vehicle contains carbon monoxide (co) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon monoxide is poisonous when inhaled and can cause you and others to be severely inj...

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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:...

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    Four-wheel drive operation • this feature provides full time, on-demand, four-wheel drive (4wd). • to activate, pull the t-handle, located in between the front driver and passenger seats, up once and release. The “4wd indicator light” will come on in the cluster. • this can be done on the fly, at an...

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    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ra tings) engine/t ransmission fr ontal ar ea max. Gtw (gr oss t railer wt.) max. T ongue wt. (see note) 2.0l auto/man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg) 2.4l auto/man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg) 2.4l aut...

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    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle (flat towing with all four wheels on the ground) recreational towing condition manual transmission vehicles automatic transmis- sion vehicles four wheel flat tow (all wheels on ground) yes never two wheel dolly t...

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    24-hour towing assistance - u.S. Only • dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for canadian residents. • provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • briefly describe the nature ...

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    • your vehicle has also been equipped with a tpms malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The tpms malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute a...

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    Warning! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. - malfunction indicator light (mil) • certain conditions, such as a loose or missi...

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    - airbag warning light • if the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately. - 4wd system fault indicator light • when lit solid: there is a 4wd system fault. The 4wd performance will be at a reduced leve...

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    Note: there are steps that you can take to slow down an impending overheat condition: • if your air conditioner (a/c) is on, turn it off. The a/c system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the a/c off can help remove this heat. • you can also turn the temperature control to maximum he...

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    Jacking and tire changing jack location • the jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in the trunk. Spare tire stowage • the compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor in the trunk. • to remove the spare tire, lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down. Preparatio...

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    • place the jack underneath the lift area (triangular cutout) that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange. • raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just cl...

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    Warning! • do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • getting under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall o...

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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. • set the parking brake, shift the automatic tran...

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    • disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. • disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. • disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post ...

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    Shift lever override • if a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the park position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: • to access the shift lever override, locate and remove the removable plug in the right side of the shift lever housin...

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    Towing a disabled vehicle model flat t owing (all four wheels on the gr ound) flatbed t owing (all four wheels suspended off the gr ound) fr ont wheels raised, rear wheels on the gr ound rear wheels raised, fr ont wheels on the gr ound fwd w ithout a key not permitted recommended method may be used ...

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    Freeing a stuck vehicle • if your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then move the shift lever back and forth between reverse and drive. Using minimal accelerator pe...

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    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. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the...

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    Opening the hood • pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. • raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. • move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. • insert the support rod into the slot on ...

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    Engine comp ar tment 2.0l engine maintaining your vehicle 61.

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    2.4l engine maintaining your vehicle 62.

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    Fluids and capacities component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine coolant 2.0l, 2.4l mopar ® antifreeze/coolant five year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid organic additive technology) or equivalent. 7.2 quarts (6.8 liters) includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to max ...

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    Maintenance char t miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 or kilometers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 change the engine oil ...

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    Maintenance record odometer date signature, authorized service center 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 6 months 16,000 miles (26,000 km) or 12 months 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 18 months 32,000 miles (52,000 km) or 24 months 40,000 miles (65,000 km) or 30 months 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 36 months 56,0...

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    Fuses integrated power module (fuses) • the integrated power module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. Cavity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 1 empty empty 2 15 amp lt blue awd/4wd ecu feed 3 10 amp re...

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    Cavity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 19 20 amp yellow pwr amp 1 & amp 2 feed 20 15 amp lt blue iod feed radio 21 10 amp red iod feed intrus mod/siren (if equipped) 22 10 amp red ign run heat/ac/compass sensor 23 15 amp lt blue eng asd relay feed 3 24 15 amp lt blue power sunroof feed 25 10 am...

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    Warning! • overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. U...

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    Chrysler group llc customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1–877–426–5337 chrysler canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1–800–465–2001 assistance for the hearing impaired • to assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufac...

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    Reporting safety defects in the 50 united states and washington, d.C. • if you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) in addition to notifying the manufactu...

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    Authentic accessories by mopar ® • the following highlights just some of the many authentic dodge accessories by mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your jeep patriot. • in choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or ex...

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    Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 alarm, panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 arming theft system (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 automatic temperature control (atc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 automatic transmission fluid type . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Maintenance record . . . . . . . . . . 65 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . 64 mopar ® accessories . . . . . . . . . 71 navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 oil change indicator . . . . . . . . . . 49 oil, engine capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 overheating, engine . . . . . ....

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    Notes 74.

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    Notes 75.

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    Notes 76.

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    Driving and alcohol: drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use publ...

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    This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new jeep 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, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, ...