Welcome back to the channel! Today, we’ll go through the process of replacing the oil and filter on a 2012 Jeep Patriot. This is a quick and easy maintenance task that you can do yourself to keep your car running smoothly.
First, pop the hood of your Jeep and locate the oil fill cap. Remove it to prepare for the oil change.
Crawl underneath the front of the Jeep to find the skid plate. The oil filter and drain plug are located behind this plate. Using a 13-millimeter wrench, remove the drain plug and let the oil drain into a pan. Once it’s drained, replace the drain plug and clean the area.
Next, locate the oil filter and use a wrench or your hand to loosen it. Use a dixie cup to minimize the mess when removing the oil filter. After removing the old filter, coat the gasket of the new filter with fresh oil before installing it.
Refer to your owner’s manual for the recommended oil type and capacity. Use a clean funnel to add the appropriate amount of new oil. Start the vehicle to circulate the oil, then check for leaks and inspect the oil level.
After adding the oil, let the car sit for a few minutes and then check the oil level again using the dipstick. Adjust the oil level as needed to ensure it falls within the safe range on the dipstick.
Finally, reset the oil life light by following a simple procedure using the key and gas pedal.
And there you have it! This completes the process of replacing the engine oil and filter on a 2012 Jeep Patriot. Performing this maintenance task at the recommended intervals will help keep your car’s engine in good condition.
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How do I replace the oil and filter on a 2012 Jeep Patriot?
To replace the oil and filter on a 2012 Jeep Patriot, you will need to follow these steps: 1. Pop the hood and locate the oil fill cap. 2. Crawl underneath the front of the vehicle to access the skid plate and locate the oil filter and drain plug. 3. Remove the drain plug with a 13 millimeter and let the oil drain into a drain pan. 4. Once the oil has drained, replace the drain plug and clean the area. 5. Break the oil filter free, remove it, and clean the area. 6. Coat the gasket of the new oil filter with fresh oil and install it in the designated spot. 7. Add the recommended amount of engine oil, as specified in the owner’s manual. 8. Start the vehicle, check for leaks, and let it run for a few minutes. 9. Check the oil level using the dipstick and add more oil if necessary. 10. Reset the oil life light by following the specific procedure for the 2012 Jeep Patriot. For a more detailed demonstration, you can also refer to a tutorial video on this process.