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How do you reset the electronic throttle control on a Jeep?

How do you reset the electronic throttle control on a Jeep?

Fully depress the accelerator pedal for 10 seconds. At this point the check engine light should change to blinking slowly indicating “Erasing ECU Memory”. 8. Release the accelerator pedal and turn the ignition switch to off.

What does a red lightning bolt mean on a Jeep Patriot?

The red lightning bolt indicates that there is a problem with your Jeep’s Electronic Throttle Control (ETC). This is a system that replaced the mechanical throttle mechanism with a sensor based one.

What’s the price of a 2014 Jeep Patriot?

Jeep claims you won’t find a lower-priced 2014 SUV than the 2WD Sport Patriot, at just under $17,000, nor a lower-priced 4×4 than the 4WD Sport, at just over $19,000. At the top end, the 4WD Limited starts at just under $27,000. Given the car’s econobox roots, you may feel hard-pressed to justify any of those prices.

Is the Jeep Patriot a 4 wheel drive car?

To give its macho looks some teeth, the Patriot is available with two four-wheel-drive systems. The more capable of the two gets Jeep’s Trail-Rated designation, meaning it can meet certain off-road standards for traction, water fording, ground clearance and more. Patriot competitors include the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester.

Who are the competitors of the Jeep Patriot?

Patriot competitors include the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester. A six-speed automatic transmission is newly available. Additionally, side-impact airbags for the front seats are now standard. Front-wheel drive; avail… Show full review Sharing a platform with the Jeep Compass, the Patriot small crossover SUV seats five people.

What are the standard features of a Jeep Patriot?

Standard features include electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation, Hill-Start Assist, ABS, audio jack, fold-flat rear seats, deep tinted glass and roof side rails. Standard power is a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine connected to a 5-speed manual transmission.

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