How To Use This Manual
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout this Owner’s Manual:

See also:
Maintenance Procedures
The pages that follow contain the required maintenance services determined by
the engineers who designed your vehicle.
Besides those maintenance items specified in the fixed maintenance schedule,
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Side Step Removal – If Equipped
NOTE: Prior to off-road usage, the side steps should be removed to prevent
damage.
1. Remove the two nuts from the bodyside.
2. Remove one bolt from the underside of the vehicle.
3. Remove th ...
In the Cabin
The Patriot's interior quality isn't class-leading, but it's acceptable for a
car of this price — bearing in mind that the starting price is for a seriously
stripped-down Sport model. (Option pa ...


