ABS JEEP COMPASS 2009 1.G User Guide

NOTE:
•P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P”
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H.
•European-Metric tire sizing is based on European
design standards. Tires designed to this standard have
the tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with
the section width. The letterPis absent from this tire
size designation. Example: 215/65R15 96H.
•LT (Light Truck) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S.
design standards. The size designation for LT-Metrictires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the
letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced-
ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16.
•Temporary spare tires are high-pressure compact
spares designed for temporary emergency use only.
Tires designed to this standard have the letter “T”
molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa-
tion. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
•High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design
standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded
into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT.
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EXAMPLE:
Service Description:
95= Load Index
— A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry
H= Speed Symbol
— A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to
its load index under certain operating conditions
— The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under
specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle loading, road conditions, and
posted speed limits)
Load Identification:
....blank....= Absence of any text on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire
Extra Load (XL)= Extra load (or reinforced) tire
Light Load= Light load tire
C, D, E= Load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure
Maximum Load— Maximum load indicates the maximum load this tire is designed to carry
Maximum Pressure—
Maximum pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
28 10 Amp
RedIGN RUN ORC/OCM
Feed
29 Hot Car (No Fuse Re-
quired)
30 20 Amp
YellowHeated Seats
31 10 Amp
RedHeadlamp Washer
Relay Control (If
Equipped)
32 30 Amp
PinkENG ASD Control
Feed 1
33 10 Amp
RedABS MOD/J1962
Conn/PCM
34 30 Amp
PinkABS Valve Feed
35 40 Amp
GreenABS Pump FeedCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
36 30 Amp
PinkHeadlamp/Washer
Control/Smart Glass
(If Equipped)
37 25 Amp
NaturalDiesel Fuel Heater —
If Equipped
CAUTION!
•When installing the IPM cover, it is important to
ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully
latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get
into the IPM, and possibly result in an electrical
system failure.
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376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer
center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle
to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected
repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only
the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a
manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan
Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail
within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If youhave any questions about the service contract, call the
manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hot-
line at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment when
you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer has also
made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to
assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership
experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to
resolve any warranty issues or related concerns.
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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
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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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