Overdrive Operation
The automatic transmission includes an electronically controlled Overdrive (fifth
gear). The transmission will automatically shift into the Overdrive gear if the
following conditions are present:
• the shift lever is in the DRIVE position,
• vehicle speed is sufficiently high, and
• the driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator.
See also:
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, ...
Sunrider (Four-Door Models) — If Equipped
CAUTION!
Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may
allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior.
NOTE: If you are going to be driving faster than 40 mph ...
Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic North and Geographic North.
To compensate for the differences, the variance should be set for the zone where
the vehicle is driven, per the zone ...