checking oil JEEP COMPASS 2007 1.G Owners Manual

A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.
Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the deck lid /
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.
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.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73
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DEALER SERVICE
Your dealer has the qualified service personnel, special
tools, and equipment to perform all service operations in
an expert manner. Service Manuals are available which
include detailed service information for your vehicle.
Refer to these manuals before attempting any procedure
yourself.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The pages that follow contain therequiredmaintenance
services determined by the engineers who designed your
vehicle.
Besides the maintenance items for which there are fixed
maintenance intervals, there are other items that should
operate satisfactorily without periodic maintenance.
However, if a malfunction of these items does occur, it
could adversely affect the engine or vehicle performance.
These items should be inspected if a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
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The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not
check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat
overnight. Checking engine oil level when the engine is
cold will give you an incorrect reading.Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and
only when the engine is hot, will improve the accuracy of
the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the
range markings on the dipstick. The range markings will
consist of a crosshatch zone that says SAFE or a cross-
hatch zone that says MIN at the low end of the range and
MAX at the high end of the range. Adding one quart of
oil when the reading is at the low end of the indicated
range will result in the oil level at the full end of the
indicator range.
CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine as
indicated by the range markings, as described above,
on the engine oil dipstick will cause oil aeration,
which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase
in oil temperature. This could damage your engine.
Engine Oil Dipstick
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer
to Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluorocar-
bon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Pro-
tection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by dealers or other service facilities
using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, or Refrigerants.
Power Steering — Fluid Check
Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined
service interval is not required. The fluid should only be
checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are
apparent, and/or the system is not functioning as antici-
pated. Coordinate inspection efforts through a certified
DaimlerChrysler Dealership.
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•Off-road or desert operation.
•Heavy Loading
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
engine oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
NOTE:IfANYof these apply to you then change your
coolant every 102,000 miles (170 000 km) or 60 months,
whichever comes first and follow schedule “B” of the
Maintenance Schedulessection of this manual.
Second is Schedule“A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
uleB.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change in-
tervals exceed 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
whichever comes first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add, if
required.
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Checking Oil Level..................... 320
Cooling ............................. 333
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 280
Fuel Requirements..................... 277
Jump Starting......................... 305
Oil ...........................320,362,363
Oil Change Interval.................... 322
Oil Filler Cap......................316,323
OilFilter ............................ 363
Oil Selection.......................... 322
Oil Synthetic......................... 323
Overheating.......................... 298
Temperature Gauge..................... 170
Event Data Recorder...................... 62
Exhaust Gas Caution............ 33,73,280,332,333
Exhaust System......................... 332
Fabric Care............................ 347Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 327
Engine Fuel.......................... 327
Engine Oil........................324,363
Flashers.............................. 298
Hazard Warning....................... 298
Turn Signal.......................... 358
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 305
Flooded Engine Starting................... 234
Fluid, Brake........................... 364
Fluid Capacities......................... 362
Fluid Leaks............................. 74
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 342
Fluids ................................ 363
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 363
Fog Lights.......................121,174,357
Folding Rear Seat........................ 115
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan).................. 115
396 INDEX

Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 269
Mopar Parts.........................319,387
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 119
Navigation Radio........................ 209
Navigation System....................... 209
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 72
Occupant Classification System (OCS).......... 54
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)................. 36
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 277
Odometer............................. 173
Trip .............................171,173
Oil, Engine.........................320,362
Capacity............................ 362
Change Interval....................... 322
Checking............................ 320
Disposal............................ 324Filter ............................... 324
Identification Logo..................... 323
Materials Added to..................... 323
Recommendation...................322,362
Synthetic............................ 323
Viscosity............................ 323
Oil Pressure Light....................... 167
Onboard Diagnostic System..............317,318
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 132
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 227
Overdrive............................. 238
Overheating, Engine...................... 298
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)......... 4,388
PaintCare ............................. 345
Panic Alarm............................ 26
Parking Brake.......................... 244
Passing Light........................... 123
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