2015 Jeep Patriot Owner Manual - Page 508

506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid Level Check Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) - AWD/4WD Models Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid Only level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a Lubricant Selection point not more than 3/16 inch (4.7 mm) below the bottom Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission of the hole. fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Frequency Of Fluid Change Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubricant has become contaminated with water. Fluid Level Check Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for leakage. If leakage is detected, check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be maintained between the bottom of the fill hole to 1/8 in (4 mm) below the fill hole. NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. changed immediately. Frequency Of Fluid Change Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper maintenance intervals.