radiator cap JEEP COMPASS 2014 1.G Owners Manual

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark,
the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When
safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at
idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the
pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a
minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
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WARNING!(Continued)
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING
During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up
long grades on hot days, the automatic transmission oil
may become too hot.
If this happens, the transmission overheat in-
dicator light will come on, and the vehicle will
slow slightly until the automatic transmission
cools down enough to allow a return to the
requested speed. If the high speed is maintained, the
overheating may reoccur, as before, in a cyclic fashion.
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Cooling System
WARNING!
•When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12
months (before the onset of freezing weather, where
applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser for any
accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty, clean by gently
spraying water from a garden hose vertically down the
face of the condenser.
Check the coolant recovery bottle tubing for brittle rub-
ber, cracking, tears, cuts, and tightness of the connection
at the bottle and radiator. Inspect the entire system for
leaks.
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(antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water
will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the
engine cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main-
tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where
the vehicle is operated.
NOTE:
• Some vehicles require special tools to add coolant
properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could
lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is
needed to be added to the system please contact your
local authorized dealer. •
Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom-
mended and can result in cooling system damage. If
HOAT and OAT coolant are mixed in an emergency,
have a authorized dealer drain, flush, and refill with
OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as
possible.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine
coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine coolant
(antifreeze) will return to the radiator from the coolant
recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any
accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces.
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WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the
cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the
engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the
cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes
pressure to build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine idling and warm to normal operating tempera-
ture, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the
bottle should be between the “ADD” and “FULL” lines
shown on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
the coolant freeze point or replacing the engine coolant
(antifreeze). Advise your service attendant of this. As
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Fluid and Filter Changes..................507
Fluid Level Check ...................... .507
Fluid Type ........................... .506
Gear Ranges .......................... .335
Special Additives ...................... .506
Autostick .............................. .347
Battery ................................ .489
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Belts, Seat .............................. .101
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................492
B-Pillar Location ......................... .387
Brake Assist System ...................... .370
Brake Fluid ............................ .529
Brake, Parking .......................... .363
Brakes ................................ .365
Brake System ........................... .365
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .366
Master Cylinder ....................... .503Parking
............................. .363
Warning Light ........................ .225
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................334
Bulb Replacement ........................ .524
Bulbs, Light ............................ .104
Calibration, Compass ..................... .247
Camera, Rear ........................... .181
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........527
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .527
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .418
Oil (Engine) .......................... .479
Power Steering ........................ .362
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................500
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..................100
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .206
Cargo Area Features ...................... .205
Car

go Compartment ...................... .205
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INDEX 551

ConnectorUCI................................ .297
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........297
Console ............................... .204
Contract, Service ......................... .543
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................... .527
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........500
Cooling System .......................... .497
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............499
Coolant Level ......................... .497
Disposal of Used Coolant .................501
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................498
Inspection ........................... .501
Points to Remember .....................502
Pressure Cap ......................... .500
Radiator Cap ......................... .500
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............498
Corrosion Protection .......................511
Cruise Light ............................ .228Cupholders
............................ .204
Customer Assistance ...................... .541
Data Recorder, Event .......................76
Dealer Service ........................... .483
Defroster, Rear Window .....................212
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .102
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................174
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................481
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................169
Dipsticks Power Steering ........................ .362
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................501
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......34
Door Locks ............................30
KeyFob...............................30
Remote ...............................30
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INDEX 553

PretensionersSeat Belts ..............................56
Programmable Electronic Features .............244
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .395
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........500
Radio Operation ......................... .249
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................249
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................510
Rear Camera ........................... .181
Rear Drive Assembly ...................... .510
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) .......................39
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .162
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .109
Rear Window Defroster .....................212
Rear Window Features ......................211
Rear Wiper/Washer ........................211
Recorder, Event Data .......................76
Recreational Towing ...................... .437Reformulated Gasoline
.....................414
Refrigerant ............................. .491
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................60
Remote Control Door Locks ............................20
Security Alarm ..........................18
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FCC General Information ..................26
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) .................20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........303
Remote Starting System ......................26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .524
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .483
Replacement Tires ........................ .401
Reporting Safety Defects ....................545
Restraint, Head .......................... .158
Restraints, Child ...........................77
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ................206
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