engine JEEP COMPASS 2009 1.G Owners Manual

108,000 Miles (180,000 km) or
108 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏If using your vehicle for any of the
following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter;
replace if necessary.
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if
necessary.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
114,000 Miles (190,000 km) or
114 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 401
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120,000 Miles (200,000 km) or 120 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Adjust the parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.
❏Replace the spark plugs (except 2.4L PZEV).
❏Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid.
❏Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid.
❏Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
❏Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
126,000 Miles (210,000 km) or
126 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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132,000 Miles (220,000 km) or
132 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏If using your vehicle for any of the
following: Dusty or off-road conditions.
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter;
replace if necessary.
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if
necessary.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
138,000 Miles (230,000 km) or
138 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 403
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144,000 Miles (240,000 km) or 144 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
❏Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏Inspect the CV joints.
❏Inspect exhaust system.
❏Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals; replace if necessary.
❏Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer
towing, snow plowing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service),
off-road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot
weather, above 90°F (32°C).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
150,000 Miles (250,000 km) or
150 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏Rotate tires.
❏Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏Replace the spark plugs (except 2.4L
PZEV).
❏Adjust the parking brake on vehicles
equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order # Dealer Code
Signature Authorized Chrysler Dealer
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WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION (U.S. Vehicles Only)
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of Chrysler Motors LLC warranties applicable
to this vehicle.
MOPARPARTS
Moparfluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They will help keep
the vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 269
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 360
Adding Fuel........................... 312
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 356
Additives, Fuel......................... 310
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 352
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 354
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 243
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.............354,355
Air Conditioning System.................. 354
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 289
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment.....................53,55
Airbag Light.....................54,57,70,164
Airbag Maintenance....................... 57
Airbag, Side............................ 55
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain).............49,55
Alarm Light........................... 168
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 19Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 231
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........359,386,387
Capacities........................... 386
Disposal............................ 362
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 269
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 165
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 19
Appearance Care........................ 368
Assistance Towing........................ 94
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 76
Automatic Door Locks...................28,29
Automatic Transaxle...........12,251,256,332,366
Fluid Level Check...................... 366
Interlock System....................... 257
Overheating.......................... 332
Selection Of Lubricant................... 366
Shifting............................. 258
Special Additives...................... 366
418 INDEX

Autostick............................. 260
Battery............................... 353
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 355
B-Pillar Location........................ 284
Brake Assist System...................... 273
Brake Fluid............................ 388
Brake, Parking.......................... 267
Brake System........................268,364
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................269,272
Master Cylinder....................... 364
Parking............................. 267
Warning Light........................ 166
Brakes.............................268,364
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 257
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 68
Bulb Replacement.....................377,378
Bulbs, Light............................ 377Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 386
Capacities, Fluid........................ 386
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 312
Oil (Engine).......................345,351
Power Steering........................ 266
Car Washes............................ 369
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 311
Cargo Area Cover....................... 152
Cargo Area Features...................... 151
Cargo Compartment
Light............................... 151
Cargo Light............................ 151
Cargo Load Floor........................ 153
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 153
Caution, Exhaust Gas...................... 69
Cellular Phone........................79,237
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 384
Chains, Tire............................ 297
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Changing A Flat Tire..................... 332
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 281
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 347
Child Restraint.......................... 60
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 64
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts........... 63
Child Safety Locks........................ 31
Child Seat.............................. 66
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 308
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 370
Climate Control......................... 237
Clock.....................185,188,202,205,214
Clutch............................... 364
Clutch Fluid........................... 364
Coin Holder........................... 150
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 236
Compact Spare Tire...................... 292Compass Variance....................... 182
Connector
UCI ................................ 224
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 224
Console.............................. 150
Contract, Service........................ 411
Coolant (Antifreeze)...................386,387
Cooling System......................... 358
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 360
Coolant Level......................359,362
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 362
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 359
Inspection........................... 362
Points to Remember.................361,363
Pressure Cap......................... 361
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)........... 359
Corrosion Protection..................... 368
Cruise Light........................... 169
Cupholders............................ 150
420 INDEX

Customer Assistance..................... 409
Data Recorder, Event...................... 58
Dealer Service.......................... 349
Defroster, Rear Window................... 155
Defroster, Windshield...................70,238
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 128
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 346
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 124
Dipsticks
Power Steering........................ 266
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 362
Engine Oil........................... 352
Door Locks............................. 26
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 28
Door Opener, Garage..................... 134
Downshifting.......................... 255
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt.................... 114Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 262
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 263
Electric Remote Mirrors.................... 77
Electrical Power Outlets................... 144
Electronic Brake Control System............. 272
Anti-Lock Brake System................. 272
Brake Assist System.................... 273
Electronic Roll Mitigation................ 274
Electronic Stability Program............... 275
Traction Control System................. 272
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 131
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 275
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 175
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 332
Jump Starting......................... 338
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