2011 Jeep Patriot Owner Manual - Page 198

196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL to switch the headlights to high beam, and pull toward 11. Seat Belt Reminder Light yourself (normal position) to return to low beam. When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ RUN, this light will turn on for four to eight 10. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light - If Equipped seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound. (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver or switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and front passenger's seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat may stay on for as long as four seconds. Belt Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it sound. Refer to "Occupant Restraints" in "Things To indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system Know Before Starting Your Vehicle" for further informais not functioning and that service is required. However, tion. the conventional brake system will continue to operate 12. Tachometer normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on. The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced revolutions-per-minute (RPM x 1000) for each gear range. as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the prevent engine damage. ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.