2012 Jeep Patriot Support Question
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Question posted by trgPA on November 10th, 2013
Can I Dolly Tow A 2009 Jeep Patriot Automatic Fwd Behind A Motorhome
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Owner Manual - Page 211
.... Prolonged driving with the MIL on through several of an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that monitors emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. The light will not require towing. A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can cause a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as a loose...
Owner Manual - Page 296
...▫ Vehicle Certification Label ...373 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...375 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...378 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...379 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...380 ▫ Towing Requirements ...381 ▫ Towing Tips ...386 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ...387
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ...367...
Owner Manual - Page 298
...or NEUTRAL position before you can be used to start , the starter will disengage automatically when the engine is running. Refer to run, and it will disengage automatically in "What To Do In Emergencies" for further information. The starter motor will ... , ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to any driving gear.
Owner Manual - Page 309
...LOW - It provides the best fuel economy.
During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on , and the vehicle will improve performance and extend transmission life .... In this happens, the transmission overheat indicator light will come on hot days, the automatic transmission oil may reoccur, driving. IF EQUIPPED all normal operating conditions. If the This...
Owner Manual - Page 310
... next lower manual ratio. Changes down will only occur to protect the Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (CVT) and/or the engine from overspeed. After AutoStick is activated... more control during passing, city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer towing, and many other situations. 308 STARTING AND OPERATING
AUTOSTICKா AutoStick is...
Owner Manual - Page 384
...fully secured, dynamic load shifts can cause a loss of total trailer weight). Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in the trailer and will not shift during travel. Cross the chains under the...must always be difficult for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may be used between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that is secured in PARK. GTW 3. GAWR 4. You could...
Owner Manual - Page 388
...the trailer in first gear to maximize fuel efficiency. If Equipped − City Driving The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be in an area away from heavy you can get back... but do not increase engine idle 45 minutes of time, shift the transchanged if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for the proper maintenance intervals. − Highway Driving Electronic Speed Control - traffic....
Owner Manual - Page 389
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing Condition Flat Tow Wheels OFF The Ground None Manual Transmission • Transmission in NEUTRAL • Key in ACC NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED OK Automatic Transmission NOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow On Trailer
Front Rear All
OK (FWD Only) NOT ALLOWED OK
5
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be recreationally towed (flat towed) at...
Owner Manual - Page 390
... the drivetrain will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is that FWD (NOT 4WD) automatic transmission models may be used when recreational towing. The only exception is used . Damage to the transmission or transfer case will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground. • Front...
Owner Manual - Page 391
...; Jump-Starting Procedures ...402 Ⅵ If Your Engine Overheats ...390 Ⅵ Automatic Transmission Overheating ...391 ▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ...403 ▫ Jump-Starting... Location ...392 Ⅵ Shift Lever Override ...407 ▫ Spare Tire Stowage ...393 Ⅵ Towing A Disabled Vehicle ...409 ▫ Preparations For Jacking ...393 ▫ Jacking Instructions ...394 ▫...
Owner Manual - Page 393
...) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. Turn off immediately and call for service. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on , and the vehicle will come on hot days, the automatic transmission oil may reoccur, as before, in a cyclic fashion.
6 If the pointer rises to...
Owner Manual - Page 411
... ONLY BEST METHOD MANUAL TRANSMISSION Transmission in NEUTRAL.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Condition Flat Tow Wheel Lift or Dolly Tow Flatbed With Ignition Key Automatic Transmission • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with the front wheels elevated or on a flatbed truck (all four wheels on the ground) with an...
Owner Manual - Page 412
... could result. All Transmissions If you must use sling-type equipment when towing. Proper towing equipment is related to the vehicle. CAUTION!
Make Special care must be...FWD vehicles can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • FWD or 4WD vehicles can be towed on shifting the automatic transmission out of towing without the ignition key is If the vehicle's battery is towed...
Owner Manual - Page 417
... Cap Message After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can be drivable and not need towing, see your vehicle will turn off the message. A "gASCAP" message will soon occur. MAINTAINING... and power loss will be serviced before any of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems require service, the OBD II system will provide excellent performance...
Owner Manual - Page 460
... chime will be done S anytime a malfunction is necessary. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change is suspected. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, "Oil Change Required"... performance and reliability. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will sound, indicating that...
User Guide - Page 3
...Signal/Lights Lever ...Wiper/Washer Lever ...Speed Control ...Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (CVT) ...Manual Climate Controls ...Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) ...Power Sunroof ...Wind Buffeting ...17 ...Four-Wheel Drive Operation ...62
UTILITY
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...64 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) ...65
GETTING STARTED
Key Fob...
User Guide - Page 67
... rear wheel lift is in the ACC position. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Manual Transmission • Transmission in NEUTRAL Automatic Transmission NOT ALLOWED
Towing Condition
Wheels OFF the Ground
Flat Tow
None
Dolly Tow
On Trailer
Front Rear All
• Key in ACC NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED OK
OK (FWD Only) NOT ALLOWED OK
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with...
User Guide - Page 82
... Used NOT Permitted NOT Permitted NOT Permitted Recommended Method Recommended Method Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
Model
Flat Towing (all four wheels on the ground)
FWD Without a Key
NOT Permitted
FWD Automatic Transmission With a Key FWD Manual Transmission With a Key AWD Without a Key
NOT Permitted
May be Used with the transmission in NEUTRAL NOT...
User Guide - Page 99
EXTERIOR: • Front & Rear Tow Hooks • Hitch Receiver • Fog Lights • Tent Kit INTERIOR: • Premium...BY MOPAR®
• The following highlights just some of the many Authentic Jeep 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, ...
User Guide - Page 103
pg. 28, 30, 32, 35 • How do I know how much I can tow with the UConnect™ Hands-Free Voice Activation System? pg. 57
UTILITY
• How ...? FAQ (How To?)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with my Jeep Patriot? pg. 29, 32, 34, 38 • How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 88 •...
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