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2008 Jeep Patriot Problems

Water Leaks From the Front and/or Rear Roof Area

for the Jeep Patriot

Water leaks may be noted from the front and/or rear roof area. Our technicians recommend to inspect the roof ditch and sunroof - Check all grommets and plugs, reseal roof seams, and replace the sunroof drain tubes if necessary.

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Engine Will not Start Due to Wireless Control Module Fault

for the Jeep Patriot

A no crank or no start condition may develop due to electronic lockup of the wireless control module (WCM), also referred to as the Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM). When this module fails the remote keyless entry system will also not operate. The WCM is commonly replaced to correct this concern.

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Leaking Front Strut and/or "Rough" Handling

for the Jeep Patriot

A fluid leak may be noted from the front struts and/or the vehicle may handle "rough" Our technicians tell us that replacing the leaking struts and installing a revised jounce bumper and dust shield should correct these concerns.

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Fuel Gauge Fluctuation Issue on Front Wheel Drive Vehicles

for the Jeep Patriot

Front wheel drive vehicles may develop a fuel gauge fluctuation issue. Our technicians tell us that replacing the fuel sending unit, clocking the fuel module, and installing a fuel jumper hose may be required to correct this concern.

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PCM Software Update Available to Correct Various Driveability Issues

for the Jeep Patriot

Our technicians tell us that various dirveability and Check Engine Light issues can be corrected by updating the powertrain control module (PCM) software.

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Disconnecting and Reconnecting Battery May Damaged "MyGig" Radio

for the Jeep Patriot

Our technicians tell us the "MyGig" radio may become damaged when disconnecting and reconnecting the battery due to electrical spikes. Removal of the 30amp radio fuse is recommended before disconnecting the battery on these vehicles.

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The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) May Not Turn Off When the "ESP Off" Button is Pressed

for the Jeep Patriot

On 4x4 vehicles, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) may not turn off when the "ESP off" button is pressed. Our technicians tell us a software update for the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module is available for this concern.

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Manual Transmission Shifting Difficulty

for the Jeep Patriot

Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may become difficult to shift. The repair may involve replacing the 3rd/4th/5ht & reverse gear synchronizer rings as a set.

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TCM software update available

for the Jeep Patriot

Incorrect fault codes may set in the transmission control module (TCM) resulting is misdiagnoses. The TCM software should be checked for the latest updates before diagnosing stored fault codes.

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Excessive sounding of the ESP "off" chime

for the Jeep Patriot

The electronic stability program (ESP) "off" chime may sound multiple times when in "4 WD Lock" and the shifter is moved between "R" and "L". Our technicians tell us there is a software upgrade for the anti-lock brake (ABS) module to correct this issue.

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