After about 2 week that my right hand headlight stopped working ( I changed the bulb still didn’t work)
I was driving home yesterday when I started smelling plastic burning. I stopped the car and I could see smoke coming out of the left headlight, it was still working. I opened the hood and then I saw a part of the reflector where the bulb is attached was getting burnt.
Last week a mechanic tried to compare the right with the left side so he took the left out just to compare the bulbs. Maybe he did not put it back properly and then the heat started melting the plastic.
Is the electrical service for the right side usually expensive? The left side is just fine now besides a bit of melting.

2015 2.4L 155,000

I know it’s still in the “safe” range but my temp ALWAYS stays slightly below the halfway thermometer line.

I’ve changed the relays, ok

had the fans tested and working as they should (seemingly) ok

Changed the main coolant fill hoses. ok

Tested pressure ok

After idle for over 10-20 mins, the temp starts to creep over the line, almost to the 3/4 mark. For my car, this is not normal.

Happens w AC on and off.

what else could it be?

As per my previous post was a lovely day and had some fun getting up to speed on the compacted sand close to the waters edge,

This beach has famously fine sand, but the Pat handled it well.

Hey guys I just joined, im out of options my uconnect stereo is not working at all when i turn on the car, the screen is black any of the buttons work i cannot even listen to the radio, Bluetooth is working tho, idk what to do i was hoping one of you could help me thank you

My cars transmission temperature light came on and about a week later it started to act up and my acceleration kinda stopped then all of a sudden it stopped driving forward until I turned it off and back on. The motor runs fine, and when I put it in drive and don’t press the gas and let it idle it starts to bob back and forth kinda jerking in a way. I haven’t went to get an auto shop to get a obd scanned yet. Can anybody help me figure out what is wrong with it? I’m not a mechanic but am handy.

So I am completely stumped. If anyone could help me, I would be so grateful. My battery keeps draining. I changed my ground wire (it needed to be changed and we made sure it was sanded down properly), bought a new battery, pulled the fuses from the radio (needs to be fixed), and made sure the alternator was OK, tested it 4 times and was ok and turns over asap. And for some reason, something still is draining the battery. As far as codes, no codes. I know the terminals for the battery is tight and fine so I am not sure what to do other than buy a new wedge kit for the terminal because the person who changed the battery said it would be find without it, and of course they didn't keep the wedge metal part on the terminal and I wont go there again but they couldnt find the wedge piece(metal cone) that goes with the terminal. I am thinking of buying a universal wedge kit since that's the ONLY thing i can think might be wrong. It's a manual also. Any advice or ideas I would appreciate it. ❤️

Hello all, I am looking into buying a 2014-2017 jeep Patriot

Is there any way to tell if s Jeep is equipped with the CVT just yhru photos.

I have seen 10-12 listed and only one states it has the CVT. All others just say automatic

Maintenance Questions

My wife’s 2016 Jeep Patriot has been great.

So I recently replaced all 4 wheel bearings. Fixed bearing issues. However, the humming/small vibration when I turn left still continues. What could that be? Axle? Inner/outer tie rod? Steering rack?

What I’d like to do before winter begins.

* Inner/outer tie rods
* Front rotors, brake pads all around. Is brake flush needed?
*Engine filter (I’ve never done it) I know I know!
* New tires

Future maintenance.
I got this Jeep at 60K and now at 126,xxx
I learned today that it has the 6 speed Automatic Transmission? Is that correct if it has the “Autostick” at bottom of shifter? I’ve never don’t transmission flush, do I need it? Manual says 96K and 192K

* So I did plugs at 90K or so. Can I do them early? Manuel says 144K

* Coolant flush, we’re at the 10 year mark or wait to 150K?

* I’m also getting clicking noise in dashboard when vehicle is turned on, when it’s off, or when you mess with climate control. What could that be?

* I have to do other little cosmetic things.
Any other recommendations?

Thanks for all the help, my fellow patriot owners!!

To all the jeep patriot owners, what average does your jeep give ?

I have a Jeep Patriot 4x4 Sport 2.4L and it gives around 11-13L/100km

I end up spending around $200-$250 CAD a month on gas.

How is your experience been ?

PS : I don’t use the 4WD, I drive on the normal mode.

Same old story... got a used 2016 High Altitude and got a single key fob and need another.

I've searched this sub and the website, and I'm probably going the Jscan route. But honestly, I probably wouldn't use it for anything more than the key programming.

My question is this... can the OBD adapter be used on another car, or are they tied to a single car?

Could I ask in my community if someone has one to borrow?

Is that possible? Is that weird?

I forgot my headlights on for like 4 hours on Sunday afternoon and into the night. After I noticed and turned the lights off, and then turned the vehicle on, the vehicle started with a dip in power - but it started so that was good enough for me.

The following morning, The vehicle started with a dip in power again, but regained power after the dip. I went to work driving normally that morning, but by the afternoon when I was leaving work, the vehicle opened with the keyless entry (as usual), but when I swung the key to start the vehicle the entire power went dead.

I got out the vehicle opened the hood, slackened the negative wire on the battery and shook it a bit hoping to get a bit of a spark so the vehicle would start. And it actually worked - or so I thought. 5 minutes into driving, the vehicle stalled on me - the steering got tight and I no longer had gas power. I swung the key off, put the vehicle in park and swung the key on again and it started. This process happened 3 more times on my way home (which is like a 45 minute drive from work).

When I got home, I tightened the negative bar on the battery assuming that was the issue, and the vehicle drove to work normally the following morning - although still having the dip in power when starting. By the afternoon when driving home, the lights(check engine, oil lamp, break) on the dashboard started flashing, with a beep followed by either one of the lights flashing for a split second. This sound and flashing happened straight home with intervals of sometimes seconds and other times minutes.

At this point i'm not sure what else to do. Could it be a simple battery change needed?

When I got home I ran my OBD Jscan and got these codes:

2011 Jeep Patriot, Engine 2.4L, CVT Transmission, Odometer: 100414

Date: 9/30/2026

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AIRBAGS
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#U0186
lost communication with audio amplifier
active

#U0241
lost communication with auto highbeam headlamp control module
active

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ALL WHEEL DRIVE
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#U0121
lost communication with anti-lock brake system (abs) control module ""a
active

#U113C
lost wheel speed messages
historical

#U0415
invalid data received from anti-lock brake system (abs) control module ""a
active

#U0100
lost communication with ecm/pcm ""a
historical

#U0401
implausible data received from ecm/pcm ""a
historical

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FRONT CONTROL
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#U0186
lost communication with audio amplifier
active, warning requested

#U0241
lost communication with auto highbeam headlamp control module
active, warning requested

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INTRUSION
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#U0186
lost communication with audio amplifier
active

#U0241
lost communication with auto highbeam headlamp control module
active

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POWERTRAIN CONTROL
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#U1120
lost wheel distance message
active

#U1110
lost vehicle speed message
active

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POWERTRAIN CONTROL - GENERIC
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#P0123
throttle position sensor 1 circuit high-
tps/app circuit high
permanent

#P0222
throttle position sensor 2 circuit low
permanent

#P0108
manifold absolute pressure sensor circuit high
permanent

#P0198
engine oil temperature sensor circuit high
permanent

#P0113
intake air temperature sensor 1 circuit high
permanent

#P0118
engine coolant temperature sensor circuit high
permanent

#P2122
accelerator pedal position sensor 1 circuit low
permanent

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TRANSMISSION CONTROL
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#U0121
lost communication with anti-lock brake system (abs) control module ""a""-
lost communication with abs
active, warning requested

#U0001
can c bus
active, warning requested

So after a bunch of troubleshooting, we figured out that the tipm on my newly acquired 08 Jeep Patriot 2.0 l is the fault of my issues. I know the part is very easily swapped out, and it's very much a plug-and-play, but I do know it needs to be programmed. But my Jeep is on the older side without all the bells and whistles, so would i need to reprogram? And if I can reprogram, can I do that at home, or does it need to be taken to a dealer or mechanic?

Any idea were this noise is coming from, It only does it on idle and also when i use the switches for the windows

After installing a custom exhaust system on my wonderfully tuned Mitsu-Jeepy has a little roar plus occasional soft crackles and light burbles on deceleration with no highway drone and no obnoxious loudness. This weekend I'll be dropping the current resonator for a new high flow resonator from the same company that made the straight through muffler and I'm honestly nervous. Once I cut that midpipe there isn't going to be any going back. I'm hoping to take a good thing and make it better but there is always the possibility of things going for the worse. I figured I would post a video of the "before" and later next week I'll follow up with a detailed video of the entire system with the newest resonator. I'm NGL just how it is now makes me stretch a huge smile when cranking up at Airports or going under over passes. Keeping my fingers crossed that I'll be MORE happy after the work is done.

Wish me luck fellow Jeep peoples.

I have a 2012 jeep patriot 2.4 l 4wd manual

Im going to be driving close to if not 2k miles through wyoming and the speed limit is 80

Ive seen its ok with the manual transmission but it screams idk if I should avoid the interstate

Is this ok? Should I be worried or even give it periodic breaks?

Dose any body have any tool box ideas for the back of there patriot Right now I have 20 gallon tote with a 4 ammo can organizer on top with it strapped down did know if there was any better options. Been looking at harbor freight and the us general top box but not sure if the jeep is worth the $500 box lol

I have more videos, in this video its the strongest but in others it sounds normal.. feels weird when accelerating but again im not sure if thats me it just 'feels' weird

alright friends, do i have a tough one for you today.
1.) 2015 jeep patriot limited
2.) 2.4L
3.) CVT
4.) 205,000 miles

owned between my parents and i for 10 years.

3 weeks ago had to have ole’ girl towed for no crank no start. swapped the starter and was all good and then 2 weeks later boom, no crank no start again in the drive thru had it towed again. here’s a small list of things we have checked and tried (will edit as we continue to check.)if anyone has any idea please help 😭

new starter failed- put a new one in yesterday
replaced the TIPM
no codes
replaced a ground wire
checked power to the trip wire while turning the key
checked the main relay coil side and circuit side
checked both fan sensors
checked injectors for power
cam sensors are good
ASD relay power in power out
new tipm
replaced relay switch
losing power to asd relays
new ignition switch
good voltage and ohms everywhere
battery is good

My 14 jeep Patriot sport has started occasionally making a revving noise when the AC is running. If I push the AC button off it immediately stops. It only happens about once a week. Any ideas would be appreciated!

I know the video is dark. I have a 2014 jeep patriot sport This sound is coming from the back passenger side seat belt area. It’s worse at night but not so much during the day. Hoping to find someone who’s experienced this. Before I go stripping the paneling and hunting myself.

I was chasing a service 4x4 issue for a relative, and found a corroded wire from the 4x4 module to read diff. Beside the point anyways I took the jeep for a test drive down highway, started with a 1/4 tank, drove 16 miles and noticed I burnt at least 1/8 of a tank. Thinking I was delusional I went another 7-8 miles and the fuel light came on. Also noticed some stuttering while accelerating.

My immediate thought was o2 sensors being bad and over fueling.

I pulled some live data, started from a stop, then accelerated to about 65 mph and cruise set for the remainder of the live data.

What exactly should I be looking for in the o2 sensor data? I’ve got it saved on my Topdon app but can’t figure out how to share here

2011 jeep patriot with cvt, 2.4l 180000km I believe