2014 Jeep Patriot Owner Manual - Page 227

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 225 The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II that monitors emissions, engine, and automatic trans1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. Do mission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If not start the engine. the light does not come on when turning the key from 2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal slowly three times OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked promptly. within 10 seconds. Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, 3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position. poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. not require towing. engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the Trip Odometer button on the instrument cluster. To reset the oil change indicator system (after performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the following procedure: 24. OFF ROAD Indicator - If Equipped The symbol illuminates (is armed) when the 4WD lock switch is activated and the shift lever is in LOW or REVERSE position. 25. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) 4