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2008 Jeep Patriot Why Replace Engine Coolant
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Owner's Manual - Page 58
..., the Enhanced Accident Response System performs the following functions: • Cuts off fuel to the engine.
• Flashes hazard lights. • Turns on the interior lights, which remain on as long as possible. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized dealer as soon as the battery has power or until the ignition...
Owner's Manual - Page 72
...ignition switch is necessary to force outside air into the vehicle. Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). Defroster Check ...windows are required to drive with the engine running, adjust your defroster is any question regarding belt or retractor condition, replace the belt. If there is inoperable.
Owner's Manual - Page 73
Fluid Leaks Check the area under the vehicle after overnight parking for stones, nails, glass, or other fluid leaks. Check for fuel, engine coolant, oil or other objects lodged in the tread. Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal ...
Owner's Manual - Page 144
... ON even if it is active. GARAGE DOOR OPENER - IF EQUIPPED HomeLink replaces up to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. If this light remains on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the instrument cluster both come on... Light and ESP Indicator Light The malfunction indicator for the ESP is combined with the engine running. They should both .
Owner's Manual - Page 177
... momentarily during sharp cornering maneuvers which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the event of the hydraulic system. Part of an overheated engine condition. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light warns of the brake system may indicate that the parking brake is applied, there is a low brake fluid level...
Owner's Manual - Page 182
...the instrument cluster. The "Change Oil" message will continue to display each time you start the engine. 2. To reset the oil change indicator system (after a single chime has sounded to the...when the 4WD lock switch is activated and the transmission range indicator is changed during repair or replacement, be sure to keep a record of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to indicate the next...
Owner's Manual - Page 297
... It is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use with dual rear wheels). Failure to be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled at the first opportunity. STARTING AND OPERATING
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Radial Ply Tires
WARNING! The instability could result in the ... radial ply tires with other types of tires. Consult your spare. When the tread is engineered to do so could cause an accident.
Owner's Manual - Page 316
... left side of time. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is deadly.
Until repaired, drive with this vehicle. Follow the precautions below to force... fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with the engine running for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation system to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning:...
Owner's Manual - Page 335
... or boiling coolant. If you decide to the requested speed. Driving with the engine at idle. You can also turn the engine OFF immediately and call a service center if your vehicle. A hot engine cooling system is... range. You may become too hot. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C removes this manual. This allows the heater core to ...
Owner's Manual - Page 367
... bottle tubing for leaks.
7 If coolant is hot. Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of the condenser. Never ...ignition switch is in the ON position. • You or others can be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh coolant. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at the bottle and radiator. If you see or hear steam coming...
Owner's Manual - Page 368
... with a reliable cooling system cleaner. CAUTION!
• Mixing of Propylene Glycol based coolants is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be replaced with the specified coolant as soon as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator. • This vehicle has not been designed...
Owner's Manual - Page 369
... coolant types will decrease the life of the engine coolant and will reduce the amount of your vehicle. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Adding Coolant Your vehicle has been built with an improved engine coolant that coolant will return to the radiator from the coolant recovery bottle. Use higher concentrations (not to five years or 100,000 miles before replacement...
Owner's Manual - Page 370
... in the cooling system. To prevent ingestion by a child, contact a physician immediately. Coolant Level The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for the coolant freeze point or replacing the coolant. Heat causes pressure to normal operating temperature, the level of this. With the engine idling and warm to build up any ground spills immediately. Do not...
Owner's Manual - Page 371
.../ kilometers of operation, you may be pressure tested for leaks. • Maintain coolant concentration at 50% HOAT engine coolant (minimum) and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine which contains aluminum components. • Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. • Keep the front...
Owner's Manual - Page 398
... correct SAE grade meeting DaimlerChrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Mopar 04884900AB or equivalent. Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil. ZFR5F-11 (Gap 0.043") 87 Octane (R + M)/2 396
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Engine Coolant Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Fuel Selection Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts Mopar Antifreeze...
Owner's Manual - Page 406
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. † Flush and replace the engine coolant. Replace Accessory Drive Belt(s).
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Owner's Manual - Page 420
... ...54 Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...49,54 Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...18,176
Alignment and Balance ...300 Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...8 Antenna, Satellite Radio ...223 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...366,395,396 Capacities ...395 Disposal ...368 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...133,279 Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ...18 Appearance Care ...376 Assistance...
Owner's Manual - Page 421
... Light ...175 Brakes ...278,371 Brake/Transmission Interlock ...246 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ...69 Bulb Replacement ...385,386
Bulbs, Light ...385 Calibration, Compass ...192 Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...395 Capacities, Fluid ...395 Caps, Filler Fuel ...314 Oil (Engine) ...348,354 Car Washes ...377 Carbon Monoxide Warning ...314 Cargo Area Cover ...158 Cargo Area...
Owner's Manual - Page 423
...Control System ...136 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...130
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Pressure Cap ...Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) Corrosion Protection ...Crankcase Emission Control System Cruise Light ...Cupholders ...Customer Assistance ...
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..., Headlight ...124 Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...368 Engine Oil ...355 Door Locks ...26
Door Locks, Automatic Door Opener, Garage .
Owner's Manual - Page 433
...System, Navigation ...217 Tachometer ...174 Taillights ...389 Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ...177,333
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Setting the Clock ...195,197,... Oil ...354 Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...130,177 Speedometer ...173 Starting ...239 Automatic Transmission ...239
Engine Fails to Start ...241 Manual Transmission ...239 Starting Procedures ...239 Steering Power ...282,362 Tilt Column ......
