Once A Month

• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or damage.

• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals as required.

• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission and add as needed.

• Check all lights and other electrical items for correct operation.

    See also:

    Drivetrain Choices
    The Patriot offers a choice of two engines, two transmissions and three drivelines. Standard are the familiar 2.4-liter four-cylinder from the Caliber and Compass, a five-speed manual transmission ...

    Operating Tips Chart
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    Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
    You can only activate ACC if the vehicle speed is above 20 mph (32 km/h). When the system is turned on and in the READY state, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays “Adapt ...