How does the 4WD system work in a Jeep Patriot?

How does the 4WD system work in a Jeep Patriot?

Where one or more wheels have wheel spin or if additional traction is needed in sand, deep snow, or loose traction surfaces, activate the 4WD LOCK switch by pulling up once and releasing. This locks the center coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear wheels. The amber “4WD Indicator Light” will come on in the cluster.

How does ESP work on a Jeep Patriot?

This mode is entered by depressing and holding the “ESP Control Switch” for 5 seconds when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is running. After 5 seconds, the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will illuminate and the “ESP Off” message will appear in the odometer.

Is the Jeep Patriot sport a 4×4 vehicle?

The non-trail rated patriots that are still 4×4 are the FD1s. 2010 Jeep Patriot Sport 4×4 FDI. [QUOE=BLKJ33P;1629906]Correct. The non-trail rated patriots that are still 4×4 are the FD1s. [/QUOTE] FAC Canada didnt know when i called their 1800 #.

Where one or more wheels have wheel spin or if additional traction is needed in sand, deep snow, or loose traction surfaces, activate the 4WD LOCK switch by pulling up once and releasing. This locks the center coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear wheels. The amber “4WD Indicator Light” will come on in the cluster.

Why does the 4WD light come on on my Patriot?

My wife has an 08 Patriot, the 4wd! is currently coming on when we drive. After taking it for a oil change it was found that this is the sensor that is in the rear diff.

Is the rear drive unit replaceable in a Jeep Patriot?

The only wiring to the RDU (Rear Drive Unit) is for the ECC (Electronically Controlled Clutch). If the wires pulled out of it then it may be toast. However the ECC is replaceable by itself according to the factory service manual. http://www.moparonlineparts.com has it listed as the differential motor and it’s $375.00.

The non-trail rated patriots that are still 4×4 are the FD1s. 2010 Jeep Patriot Sport 4×4 FDI. [QUOE=BLKJ33P;1629906]Correct. The non-trail rated patriots that are still 4×4 are the FD1s. [/QUOTE] FAC Canada didnt know when i called their 1800 #.

Is the Jeep Patriot a front wheel drive car?

Both front wheel drive and four wheel drive are both available for the Jeep Patriot. The system is a four wheel drive or all wheel drive system that is front wheel drive when it has traction on the road, but can also put up to around 50% power to the rear wheels.

What’s the problem with the 2011 Jeep Patriot?

The Patriot’s real problem, however, is that it’s up against a number of more appealing compact crossovers.

What kind of gas mileage does a Jeep Patriot get?

I bought my 2011 Patriot on December 20, 2010, in large part because of the advertised gas mileage. The window sticker for my 2.4L, CVTII, 4WD is 21 mpg city and 26 mpg highway. Thus far, while driving in very light city conditions and then on a highway trip to Pittsburgh (from Erie, PA), I have been getting 17-18 mpg and 21-22 mpg, respectively.

What happens to ESP on Jeep Patriot 4×4?

When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS portion of ESP, except for the “limited slip” feature described in the TCS section, has been disabled and the “ESP/TCS Indicator Light” will be illuminated. All other stability features of ESP function normally, with the exception of engine power reduction.