light JEEP COMPASS 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed and the climate
control BLOWER switch is set at high speed. DO NOT
use the recirculation mode.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob-
jects can become trapped under the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.
•If required, mounting posts must be properly
installed, if not equipped from the factory.
Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
mounting can cause interference with the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss
of control of the vehicle.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objectslodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel nuts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or
brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be
located and corrected immediately.
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Voice Command — If Equipped ........... 127
▫ Voice Command System Operation ........ 127
▫ Commands ........................ 128
▫ Voice Training ...................... 132
 Seats .............................. 132
▫ Power Seats — If Equipped ............. 133
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ 134
▫ Manual Front Seat Adjustment ........... 135
▫ Manual Seat Height Adjustment — If
Equipped .......................... 137
▫ Manual Lumbar — If Equipped .......... 137
▫ Driver’s Seatback Recline ............... 138
▫ Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat ........... 139▫
Head Restraints ..................... 140
▫ Folding Rear Seat .................... 143
▫ Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped ........ 144
 To Open And Close The Hood ............ 145
 Lights ............................. 147
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 147
▫ Headlights And Parking Lights .......... 147
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 148
▫ Lights-On Reminder .................. 148
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .............. 148
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 149
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ............... 149
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 149
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▫Instrument Panel Dimming ............. 150
▫ Map/Reading Lights .................. 150
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 151
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation ............ 152
▫ Intermittent Wiper System .............. 153
▫ Windshield Washers .................. 153
▫ Mist Feature ........................ 154
 Tilt Steering Column ................... 154
 Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped ..... 155
▫ To Activate ......................... 156
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................ 157
▫ To Deactivate ....................... 157
▫ To Resume Speed .................... 157 ▫
To Vary The Speed Setting .............. 157
▫ To Accelerate For Passing .............. 158
 Garage Door Opener — If Equipped ........ 158
▫ Programming HomeLink .............. 160
▫ Gate Operator/Canadian Programming .... 162
▫ Using HomeLink ................... 163
▫ Reprogramming A
Single HomeLink Button.............. 163
▫ Security ........................... 163
▫ Troubleshooting Tips .................. 164
▫ General Information .................. 164
 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............ 165
▫ Opening Sunroof — Express ............ 166
▫ Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 166
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▫Closing Sunroof — Express ............. 166
▫ Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode ........ 166
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ................. 166
▫ Venting Sunroof — Express ............. 167
▫ Sunshade Operation .................. 167
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... 167
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ................. 167
▫ Ignition Off Operation ................. 167
 Electrical Power Outlets ................. 168
 Power Inverter — If Equipped ............ 171
 Cupholders .......................... 173
 Storage ............................. 174
▫ Glove Compartment And Storage Bin ...... 174▫
Door Storage ....................... 175
 Console Features ...................... 176
 Cargo Area Features ................... 177
▫ Cargo Light/Removable Self-Recharging
Flashlight .......................... 177
▫ Cargo Cover ........................ 178
▫ Removable Load Floor ................ 180
▫ Cargo Tie-Down Loops ................ 180
▫ Fold Down Speakers — If Equipped ....... 182
 Rear Window Features .................. 182
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer ............ 182
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 183
 Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped ......... 184
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and
vertical mirror adjustment. Adjust the mirror to center on
the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small
control under the mirror to the night position (toward the
rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set
in the day position (toward the windshield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
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Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare
from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or
off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light
to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when
the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right
of the button does not illuminate.CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never
spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the
mirror clean.
Outside Mirror — Driver Side
Adjust the flat outside mirror so you can just see the side
of your vehicle in the part of the mirror closest to the
vehicle with your head close to the door glass.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
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After selecting one of the languages, all prompts and
voice commands will be in that language.
NOTE:After every Uconnect™ Phone language change
operation, only the language-specific 32-name phone-
book is usable. The paired phone name is not language-
specific and is usable across all languages.
Emergency Assistance
If you are in an emergency and the mobile phone is
reachable:
•Pick up the phone and manually dial the emergency
number for your area.
If the phone is not reachable and the Uconnect™ Phone is
operational, you may reach the emergency number as
follows:
•Press thebutton to begin.
•After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Emergency” and the Uconnect™ Phone will instruct
the paired mobile phone to call the emergency num-
ber. This feature is supported in the U.S., Canada, and
Mexico.
NOTE:
•The emergency number dialed is based on the country
where the vehicle is purchased (911 for the U.S. and
Canada and 060 for Mexico). The number dialed may
not be applicable with the available mobile service and
area.
•If supported, this number may be programmable on
some systems. To do this, press the
button and
say “Setup”, followed by “Emergency”.
•The Uconnect™ Phone does slightly lower your
chances of successfully making a phone call as to that
for the mobile phone directly.
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Adjusting The Seat Forward Or Rearward
The seat can be adjusted both forward and rearward.
Push the seat switch forward or rearward, the seat will
move in the direction of the switch. Release the switch
when you have reached the desired position.
Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down
The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull
upward or push downward on the seat switch, the seat
will move in the direction of the switch. Release the
switch when you have reached the desired position.
Tilting The Seat Up Or Down
The angle of the seat cushion can be adjusted in four
directions. Pull upward or push downward on the front
or rear of the seat switch, the front or rear of the seat
cushion will move in the direction of the switch. Release
the switch when you have reached the desired position.
Heated Seats — If Equipped
On some models, the front driver and passenger seats
may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions
and seatbacks. The controls for the front heated seats are
located on the center instrument panel area.
You can choose from HIGH, LOW or OFF heat settings.
Amber indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of
heat in use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for
HIGH, one for LOW and none for OFF.Press the switch once to select HIGH-level
heating. Press the switch a second time to select
LOW-level heating. Press the switch a third
time to shut the heating elements OFF.
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If HIGH-level heating is selected, the system automati-
cally switches to LOW-level heating and turns one indi-
cator light OFF after a maximum of 60 minutes of
continuous operation. It will turn the heater and the
remaining indicator light OFF after an a maximum of
45 minutes of continuous operation. If LOW-level heating
is selected, the system automatically turns the heater and
the indicator light OFF after a maximum of 45 minutes of
continuous operation.
NOTE:Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt
within two to five minutes.WARNING!
•Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes,
spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, ex-
haustion or other physical condition must exercise
care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns
even at low temperatures, especially if used for
long periods of time.
•Do not place anything on the seat that insulates
against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This
may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a
seat that has been overheated could cause serious
burns due to the increased surface temperature of
the seat.
Manual Front Seat Adjustment
On models equipped with manual seats, the adjusting
bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor.
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