After Starting

The idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up.

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    Illuminated Approach
    This feature activates the headlights for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable on vehicles equipped with the Electronic ...

    Instrument Cluster Descriptions
    1. Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM x 1000). 2. Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition s ...

    Towing
    It may be offroadable, but the Patriot has the same shortcoming of most front-drive-based platforms: Its maximum towing capacity is a mere 2,000 pounds when equipped with the Trailer Tow package, ...