Jeep Patriot: How to Open the Hood

It doesn’t matter if you are a mechanic or not. You will probably need to open the hood at some point. Opening the hood isn’t a complicated process, but it can be confusing if you don’t know where the levers are. Below are the directions on how to open the hood of a Jeep Patriot.

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2007 – 2017 Models

  1. Pull the lever on the lower left side of the dash.
  2. Move to the front of the vehicle.
  3. Slide a hand under the hood near the center.
  4. Push the safety catch to the side.
  5. Lift the hood.

You will need to open the hood to check the oil, pour new window washer fluid, and perform several other basic maintenance tasks.

If you are experiencing a severe mechanical issue, take your vehicle to a certified mechanic or dealership. Do not attempt to fix the problem alone unless you have previous experience working on cars.

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