🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Jeep Model: Patriot Year: 2007 Market: North America (implied by U.S. safety defect reporting mention) Generation Generation Identifier: MK (First Generation) Codes Vin Code: 4x4 Patriot: J8R (2.4L), J7R (2.0L Diesel), J6R (2.0L Petrol); 4x2 Patriot: J8T (2.4L), J7T (2.0L Diesel), J6T (2.0L Petrol) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact SUV/Crossover Target Audience: Budget-conscious consumers seeking a capable, versatile, and relatively fuel-efficient compact SUV with Jeep's off-road heritage branding. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors 2007: Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Nissan Rogue, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage. Key Features Design: Distinctive, boxy styling reminiscent of classic Jeep Cherokee XJ. Practical, upright profile. Drivetrain: Available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD, often branded as Freedom Drive I or II for off-road capability). Value Proposition: Offered Jeep styling and capability at a more accessible price point compared to larger Jeep models. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Comprehensive operation, maintenance, and basic service for the 2007 Jeep Patriot. Secondary Coverage: Includes U.S.-specific safety defect reporting. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Likely 300-400 pages (typical for a factory owner's manual of this era and complexity). Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain Systems: Engine oil, fuel information, air filter, engine compartment overview, refill capacities, lubricant specifications. Chassis Systems: Brake system information (general), steering system (general), suspension (general). Electrical Systems: Instrument cluster, lights, battery, entertainment systems. Body And Interior: Climate controls, locks and security, seating and safety restraints, driver controls, cleaning. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, tire pressure checks, fluid level checks, filter replacements, battery maintenance. Operation And Features: Starting the engine, driving techniques, using climate control, operating infotainment, locking/unlocking doors, adjusting seats and restraints. Troubleshooting Basics: Warning lights interpretation, basic issue identification. Technical Depth Depth: Covers owner-level maintenance, operation, and basic troubleshooting. Does not provide detailed repair procedures or diagnostic flowcharts typical of a service manual. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Accessibility: Readable on any device with a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader). Print Quality Quality: Digital reproduction of factory manual; quality depends on original scan/digitization. Likely contains clear text and legible diagrams. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine 1: 2.4L 'World Engine' I4 (GEMA) Engine 1 Power: 172 hp @ 6000 rpm Engine 1 Torque: 165 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm Secondary Engine Engine 2: 2.0L World Engine I4 (GEMA) - Primarily for European markets, but some may be present Engine 2 Power: 156 hp @ 6300 rpm Engine 2 Torque: 141 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm Engine Variants Diesel Option: 2.0L CRD (Common Rail Diesel) I4 - Primarily for European markets Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) Engine Compartment Layout: Transverse Inline-4 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission 1: 5-Speed Manual (Getrag Getrag M50 / T350) Optional Transmission 2: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) - Autostick type Features AWD System: Freedom Drive I (full-time AWD with lock mode) and Freedom Drive II (off-road focused AWD with lower range and locking center differential). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 170.1 inches (4320 mm) Width: 71.0 inches (1803 mm) Height: 64.6 inches (1641 mm) Wheelbase: 103.1 inches (2619 mm) Cargo Cargo Volume Behind Rear Seat: 23.4 cu ft (663 L) Cargo Volume With Rear Seat Folded: 62.7 cu ft (1776 L) Weights Curb Weight Min: Approx. 3100 lbs (1406 kg) for FWD 2.0L Curb Weight Max: Approx. 3500 lbs (1588 kg) for AWD 2.4L with Freedom Drive II 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Frontal Crash Driver: Good (2007 Model Year) NHTSA Frontal Crash Passenger: Good (2007 Model Year) IIHS Frontal Offset Score: Good (2007 Model Year) Active Features Traction Control: Standard on most models, optional on base FWD. Electronic Stability Control: Standard on most models, optional on base FWD. Passive Features Airbags: Frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, optional side-curtain airbags. Seat Belt Pretensioners: Standard in front seats. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Standard AM/FM/CD player with auxiliary input. Optional SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Boston Acoustics premium audio system. Navigation: Not available in 2007 model year. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard on most trims. Rear View Camera: Not available in 2007 model year. Connectivity Bluetooth: Not available in 2007 model year. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 6,000 miles (9,650 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first, using synthetic or synthetic blend oil. Refer to manual for specific severe/normal driving conditions. Tire Rotation Interval: Every 6,000 miles (9,650 km) Engine Air Filter Replacement: Check every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), replace as needed. Typically every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 5W-20 (recommended by most sources; confirm with manual). API Certified. Engine Oil Capacity: 4.5 US quarts (4.3 liters) for 2.4L engine (with filter). Transmission Fluid Type...
Covers owner-level maintenance, operation, and basic troubleshooting. Does not provide detailed repair procedures or diagnostic flowcharts typical of a service manual.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Accessibility:
Readable on any device with a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader).
Print Quality
Quality:
Digital reproduction of factory manual; quality depends on original scan/digitization. Likely contains clear text and legible diagrams.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine 1:
2.4L 'World Engine' I4 (GEMA)
Engine 1 Power:
172 hp @ 6000 rpm
Engine 1 Torque:
165 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Secondary Engine
Engine 2:
2.0L World Engine I4 (GEMA) - Primarily for European markets, but some may be present
Engine 2 Power:
156 hp @ 6300 rpm
Engine 2 Torque:
141 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Engine Variants
Diesel Option:
2.0L CRD (Common Rail Diesel) I4 - Primarily for European markets
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Engine Compartment
Layout:
Transverse Inline-4
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission 1:
5-Speed Manual (Getrag Getrag M50 / T350)
Optional
Transmission 2:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) - Autostick type
Features
AWD System:
Freedom Drive I (full-time AWD with lock mode) and Freedom Drive II (off-road focused AWD with lower range and locking center differential).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
170.1 inches (4320 mm)
Width:
71.0 inches (1803 mm)
Height:
64.6 inches (1641 mm)
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches (2619 mm)
Cargo
Cargo Volume Behind Rear Seat:
23.4 cu ft (663 L)
Cargo Volume With Rear Seat Folded:
62.7 cu ft (1776 L)
Weights
Curb Weight Min:
Approx. 3100 lbs (1406 kg) for FWD 2.0L
Curb Weight Max:
Approx. 3500 lbs (1588 kg) for AWD 2.4L with Freedom Drive II
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Frontal Crash Driver:
Good (2007 Model Year)
NHTSA Frontal Crash Passenger:
Good (2007 Model Year)
IIHS Frontal Offset Score:
Good (2007 Model Year)
Active Features
Traction Control:
Standard on most models, optional on base FWD.
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard on most models, optional on base FWD.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, optional side-curtain airbags.
Seat Belt Pretensioners:
Standard in front seats.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Standard AM/FM/CD player with auxiliary input. Optional SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Boston Acoustics premium audio system.
Navigation:
Not available in 2007 model year.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard on most trims.
Rear View Camera:
Not available in 2007 model year.
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Not available in 2007 model year.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 6,000 miles (9,650 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first, using synthetic or synthetic blend oil. Refer to manual for specific severe/normal driving conditions.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 6,000 miles (9,650 km)
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Check every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), replace as needed. Typically every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-20 (recommended by most sources; confirm with manual). API Certified.
Engine Oil Capacity:
4.5 US quarts (4.3 liters) for 2.4L engine (with filter).
Mopar OAT (Orange) Antifreeze/Coolant, 5-Year/100,000 Mile Formula
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3
Known Issues
Cvt Reliability:
Some early CVT models experienced issues with longevity and reliability, particularly with fluid maintenance.
Engine Oil Consumption:
Some owners reported higher than average oil consumption with the 2.4L 'World Engine'.
Suspension Components:
Premature wear of control arms, ball joints, and bushings can occur due to driving conditions.
Part Numbers
Oil Filter Example:
Mopar MO-899 or equivalent (e.g., Wix 57899, Purolator PL14610)
Air Filter Example:
Mopar 04859090AA or equivalent (e.g., Wix WA10040, Fram CA9981)
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Jeep Legacy:
Jeep has a long history of producing rugged, capable vehicles, particularly SUVs and off-roaders.
Model Evolution
Patriot Introduction:
The Patriot was introduced for the 2007 model year as part of Chrysler's 'S-car' platform (shared with the Compass) aiming to broaden Jeep's appeal and enter the compact crossover segment.
Design Inspiration:
Its design was inspired by the Jeep FC (Forward Control) trucks and the original Jeep Cherokee (XJ).
Production
Assembly Location:
Belvidere, Illinois, USA
Production Span:
2007-2017
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
IIHS Top Safety Pick Status:
Awarded 'Good' ratings in frontal crash tests by IIHS for 2007, indicating a good performance for its class at the time.
Ratings
Consumer Reports Reliability:
Generally ranked below average to average in reliability by consumer organizations in its model years.
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