Expert Answers about Jeep Patriot

• Does Power Wire of Trailer Wiring for 2015 Jeep Patriot Have to Run to Battery
• Not all vehicles can handle the additional amperage draw of the trailer taillights on the vehicle taillight circuits. Those vehicles need setup that draws power from the battery. Some vehicles have higher rated circuits that can handle this, and others need to have the power drawn straight from the battery to protect the taillight circuits. If you were to run the power wire of the # 118552 to anything but the battery you would void the warranty of the kit and would no longer have the circuit...
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• Pewag Snox Pro Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains
• According to Pewag, the maximum speed the # PWSXP560 chain should be used is 30-35 mph, or whatever your vehicle owner's manual states, whichever is lower. I've linked you to a product demonstration video showing how to install and remove the chains.
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• Installation Instructions Link and Replacement Hardware for Curt Trailer Hitch # 13548, Jeep Patriot
• I have provided a link to the installation instructions for Curt Trailer Hitch, # 13548, for your Jeep Patriot. Replacement hardware is available. You will need part # RHK. Once on the product page, just type in the Hitch Item Number in the box on the right. Then use the pull down menu below that to select the manufacturer. Then just click the Add to Cart button and you will be done.
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• Will the Rear Fascia of a 2012 Jeep Patriot Need to be Trimmed to Install a Curt Hitch
• There will be minor trimming of the rear fascia on your 2012 Jeep Patriot to install the Curt Hitch # C12057. You will basically cut a 2 inch by 2-1/2 inch hole in the lower rear fascia. Check out the installation instructions I attached that show this. I also attached a picture that shows the dimensions of the hole that will need to be cut.
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• How is Roadmaster Tow Bar Attached to Base Plate on 2008 Jeep Patriot
• The arms of the Falcon 5250 attach via a linch pin to the towbar side of the quick disconnect. The towbar side of the quick disconnect connects to the base plate side of the quick disconnect which is in turn bolted to the base plate on you Patriot. Both halves of the quick disconnect are secured by another linch pin. Take a look at the photo I edited for you. The Roadmaster Falcon 5250 has been discontinued for a few years, but Roadmaster tells me that is was pretty similar to their current...
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• Is Trimming Required to InstallDraw-Tite Hitch # 36423 on a 2011 Jeep Patriot Sport
• On your 2011 Jeep Patriot Sport, there will be trimming required for installation of the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, item # 36423. I have posted a drawing of the area of the fascia that will have to be trimmed. The construction of the rear of the Compass does require minor trimming when installing this hitch also. You may also be interested in the following items to complete your Class II towing setup. Trailer Wiring, # 118552 Draw-Tite Ball Mount, # 36061 etrailer.com Ball Mount Bag, #...
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• Can a 2016 Jeep Patriot 4x4 be Flat Towed with Transfer Case in Neutral
• According to page 89 of the online version of the owner's manual for a 2016 Jeep Patriot it can be flat towed if it has a manual transmission with the transfer case placed in neutral and the key is left in the ACC position. I recommend checking out your copy of the owner's manual to verify this. If you have an automatic then you need to transport your Jeep with a trailer so all 4 wheels are off of the ground. The equipment needed to flat tow your Patriot includes a base plate kit, tow...
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• What is Curts Reason for Requiring Support Straps on Their Hitch Receivers
• I spoke with my contact at Curt and a stabilizing/support strap, like part # 18050, is required for the Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C13081, in order to alleviate the leveraging affect that a non-trailer load places on the hitch. He likes to use the example of carrying a gallon of milk. Think of the strain that would be put on your arm if it is extended opposed to if you carry the milk close to your body. This is what also happens with a hitch when a bike rack or cargo carrier is...
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• Is Fascia Trimming Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2013 Jeep Patriot
• Rear fascia trimming is required according to the instructions, see link, for trailer hitch # 75712 for the 2013 Jeep Patriot. Not trimming the required area and flexing the fascia could result in deforming the fascia. I have not heard of anyone trying this so I cannot say if it would work or not. All of the hitches available for your vehicle do require fascia trimming for installation. If you decide to go ahead with the hitch and need to complete your towing set up you can use the following...
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• How to Reinstall Tow Hook on a 2012 Jeep Patriot when Installing a Trailer Hitch
• You can reinstall the tow hook if present when installing trailer hitch # 75712 on a 2012 Jeep Patriot. You will have to drive out the knurled neck bolts on the tow hook. Then you will need to drill out the holes to 5/8 of an inch. Use the hardware that comes with the hitch to attach the tow hook to the outside of the driver side frame. I have included a link to the installation instructions that explain this process. I have also linked a video that shows the rest of a typical installation. If...
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• Why Ground Wire Is Required On Towed Vehicle When Installing Tow Bar Wiring
• As with the installation of lights on a trailer, the lights must be grounded, either through the mounting hardware which is the case for many lights. As with trailer wiring the # RM-155 needs the bulbs to be grounded to the vehicle to complete the circuit. It is true you get the ground from the towing vehicle but the in order for the circuit to be complete the towed vehicle wiring has to be grounded to the towed vehicle as well. I have attached a drawing from the installation instructions...
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• Is Trimming Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2012 Jeep Patriot
• The 2012 Jeep Patriot requires a completely different hitch. There are several available and I have included a link to them for you to view. All of the hitches do require at least some fascia trimming for installation. Out of the available hitches, I recommend the Draw-Tite trailer hitch, # 75712, because it is the most popular Class III trailer hitch for your Patriot that does not require the use of a stabilization strap for non-trailer loads (like the Curt hitch). I have included a...
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• Installation of Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1130 on 2016 Jeep Patriot
• Although we don't have a video of the baseplates on a 2016 Jeep Patriot with this Blue Ox baseplate kit, we do have instructions that come with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1130 that are specific to the Patriot as this is the only model it fits. The 2011-2017 model years are confirmed to fit this base plate kit in the same way. I've attached the installation details which give detailed pictures in step by step order with text to walk you through the installation. This...
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• Is Trimming Required to Install the Draw-Tite Class II Trailer Hitch # 36423 on a 2014 Jeep Patriot
• The Draw-Tite Class II Trailer Hitch, # 36423, will fit your 2014 Jeep Patriot and some fascia trimming is required. The hitch will bolt to the frame, but part of the bumper fascia must be trimmed for the receiver. I have attached the installation instructions for this hitch that includes several diagrams and dimensions that you will find helpful when determining where to trim the fascia. All of the trailer hitches offered for your Jeep Patriot require fascia trimming.
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• Does 2013 Jeep Patriot Computer have to be Reprogrammed to Install Trailer Wiring Harness
• You should not have to reprogram the computer on your 2013 Jeep Patriot to install a trailer wiring harness such as # C56333. If you want to, you could disconnect the negative battery cable before installing the harness but consult the vehicle owners manual before doing so.
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• Snowplow And Mountig Bracket Installation On 2012 Jeep Patriot
• The Detail K2 Rampage II Snowplow, part # K2RAMP8219 and Custom Mounting Brackets, part # K284200 are a confirmed fit for your 2012 Patriot. I called Detail and asked about the plow and installation kit and they said "The Patriot has this huge one piece plastic bumper cover which basically turns into a belly pan and hides everything. The lower pan bolts on a Compass and is easily removed to install the bracket." I have attached a PDF file in a separate email that may explain how much trimming...
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• Making Certain Bolts Are Torqued Properly When Installing Trailer Hitch On 2014 Jeep Patriot
• i called my contact at Curt and they told me that there are times when the side mounts on the trailer hitches will be banged around and sometime flex in causing the gap you said your hitch has. They said you need to torque the bolts holding the hitch to the frame rail to 110-ft-lbs to make sure it is secure. Using a hand ratchet or trying to judge how much torque the bolts have is just not enough. A torque wrench like part # PTW3001C will work fine when installing the hitch.
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• Torque Specs for Curt Trailer Hitch on 2016 Jeep Patriot
• I've linked the installation details for the Curt trailer hitch that fits your 2016 Jeep Patriot, part # C13081. In step 8 it shows the exact torque specs for the four half-inch bolts. We generally don't post torque specs for trailer hitches live on our site because of the off-chance the manufacturer changes them from one vehicle to another. If a change is made it'll be reflected in the install details linked.
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• Is Trimming Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2014 Jeep Patriot
• According to the instructions which I have linked for you, you will need to trim the rear fascia on the 2014 Jeep Patriot in order to install Curt trailer hitch # C13081. The trimming that is needed at the very bottom center of the rear fascia is approximately 2-9/16 inches tall by 2-5/8 inches wide. I have also included a picture showing the trim area. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # EBMK4. It comes with a ball mount, interchangeable ball set,...
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• Where to Mount Bow and Stern Straps on a 2008 Jeep Patriot for Carrying Kayaks
• On the back I would anchor to the hitch or the tow hooks underneath the vehicle. Up front, I would use the tow hooks welded or bolted to frame. Make sure you keep the straps away from anything that gets hot or moves as the straps could melt or be cut. You may have to consider longer cross bars, like part # MPG216, to accommodate all 4 kayaks.
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