alarm JEEP COMPASS 2010 1.G User Guide

On steep hills a greater speed loss or gain may occur so
it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed
Control.
WARNING!
Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve-
hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you
could lose control. An accident could be the result.
Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic
or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or
slippery.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
HomeLinkreplaces up to three remote controls (hand-
held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage
door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security
systems. The HomeLink unit operates off your vehicle’s
battery. The HomeLink
buttons that are located in the headliner
or sun visor designate the three different HomeLink
channels.
NOTE: HomeLink is disabled when the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm is active.HomeLink Buttons
152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Reprogramming A Single HomeLinkButton
To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained,
follow these steps:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
2. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button until
the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not
release the button.
3. Without releasing the button, proceed with Program-
ming HomeLink Step 2 and follow all remaining steps.
Security
It is advised to erase all channels before you sell or turn
in your vehicle.
To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons for
20 seconds until the red indicator flashes. Note that all
channels will be erased. Individual channels cannot be
erased. The HomeLink
Universal Transceiver is disabled when
the Vehicle Security Alarm is active.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are having trouble programming HomeLink , here
are some of the most common solutions:
•Replace the battery in the original transmitter.
•Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener
to complete the training for a Rolling Code.
•Did you unplug the device for training, and remember
to plug it back in?
If you have any problems, or require assistance, please
call toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at
www.HomeLink.com for information or assistance.
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The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.
NOTE:This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
15. Transmission Temperature Warning Light During sustained high speed driving or trailer
towing up long grades on hot days, the auto-
matic transaxle oil may become too hot. When
the transmission overheat warning light turns
on, you will experience reduced vehicle performance
until the automatic transaxle cools down. Once the
transaxle has cooled down and the light turns off, you
may continue to drive normally. If the high speed is
maintained, the overheating will continue to occur.
If the overheating continues, it may become necessary to
stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle with the
transaxle in NEUTRAL until the light turns off.CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tempera-
ture Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
In some circumstances a Transmission Temperature
Warning Light, under continued operation, could
cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot
engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.
16. Vehicle Security Light — If Equipped This light will flash at a fast rate for approxi-
mately 16 seconds, when the vehicle security
alarm is arming, and then will flash slowly
until the vehicle is disarmed.
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 297
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 395
Adding Fuel ........................... 339
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 390
Additives, Fuel ......................... 337
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 386
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 388
Air Conditioning ........................ 260
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 260
Air Conditioning Filter .................... 271
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 272
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............388,389
Air Conditioning System .............260,264,388
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 318
Airbag .............................. 56,66
Airbag Deployment ....................... 67
Airbag Light ................... 57,64,70,82,184
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 69
Airbag, Side ...................... 59,63,65,66Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)
...........60,63,66
Alarm Light ........................... 188
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 253
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........394,421,422
Capacities ........................... 421
Disposal ............................ 396
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 297
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 185
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Appearance Care ........................ 403
Assistance Towing ....................... 107
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 89
Automatic Door Locks ................... 29,31
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 264
Automatic Transaxle ...........12,277,282,360,400
Fluid Level Check ..................... 401
Interlock System ....................... 283
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Lights.............................. 83,140
Airbag ...................... 57,64,70,82,184
Alarm .............................. 188
Anti-Lock ........................... 185
Back-Up ............................ 416
Brake Warning ........................ 186
Bulb Replacement ...................... 413
Cargo .............................. 169
Center Mounted Stop ................... 419
Daytime Running ...................... 142
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ............... 140
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 304
Engine Temperature Warning .............. 186
Exterior .............................. 83
Fog .......................... 142,195,415
Headlight Switch ...................... 140
Headlights ........................... 140
High Beam Indicator .................... 185
Instrument Cluster ..................... 140 License
............................. 417
Lights On Reminder .................... 141
Low Fuel ............................ 184
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 194
Map Reading ......................... 144
Oil Pressure .......................... 184
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 185
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ............18,188
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 188
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........... 190
Traction Control ....................... 304
Turn Signal ................... 83,140,142,416
Voltage ............................. 183
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 183
Loading Vehicle ...................... 341,343
Capacities ........................... 343
Tires ............................... 313
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Odometer............................. 192
Trip ............................. 190,192
Oil Change Indicator ..................... 198
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ................. 198
Oil, Engine ......................... 383,421
Capacity ............................ 421
Change Interval ....................... 384
Checking ............................ 383
Disposal ............................ 385
Filter ............................... 386
Identification Logo ..................... 384
Materials Added to ..................... 385
Recommendation ................... 384,421
Synthetic ............................ 385
Viscosity ............................ 385
Onboard Diagnostic System ..............379,380
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 152
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............ 5
Overdrive ............................. 285 Overheating, Engine
................... 189,358
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........5,451
Paint Care ............................. 403
Panic Alarm ............................ 23
Parking Brake .......................... 293
Passing Light ........................... 143
Personal Settings ........................ 201
Pets .................................. 80
Phone, Cellular .......................... 93
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) .............. 93
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 313
Power Door Locks ........................... 29
Mirrors .............................. 91
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) .......... 161
Steering .......................... 291,293
Sunroof ............................. 158
Transfer Unit ......................... 403
466 INDEX

Windows............................. 33
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 423
Power Transfer Unit ...................... 403
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 55
Preparation for Jacking .................... 361
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 49
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 201
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 320
Radio Operation ........................ 259
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect studios)........... 252
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 402
Rear Drive Assembly ..................... 402
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ...................... 35
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 136
Rear Window Defroster ................... 175
Rear Window Features .................... 174
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 174 Recreational Towing
...................... 355
Refrigerant ............................ 389
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 53
Remote Control Door Locks ........................... 19
Security Alarm ......................... 18
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ............... 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 257
Remote Starting System .................... 25
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 412
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 381
Replacement Tires ....................... 323
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 450
Restraint, Head ......................... 133
Restraints, Child ....................... 72,78
Restraints, Infant ......................... 73
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 37
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ............... 170
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INDEX 467

Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ................. 176
Rotation, Tires .......................... 325
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 82
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 83
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 450
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 81
Safety Information, Tire ................... 308
Safety Tips ............................. 81
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 253
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 252
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 408
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 53
Seat Belts ............................ 37,82
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 44
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 44
And Pregnant Women ................... 55 Child Restraint
........................ 72
Extender ............................. 55
Front Seat ............................ 39
Inspection ............................ 82
Pretensioners .......................... 49
Rear Seat ............................. 39
Seats ................................. 126
Adjustment .......................... 126
Heated ............................. 131
Lumbar Support ....................... 128
Rear Folding ......................... 136
Rear Folding (Sedan) ................... 136
Seatback Release ....................... 129
Tilting .............................. 129
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Oil ......................... 384
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
468 INDEX

System, Remote Starting.................... 25
Tachometer ............................ 186
Taillights .............................. 416
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 264
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......189,359
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 76
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ................... 173
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 147
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 313
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 311
Tire Markings .......................... 308
Tire Safety Information .................... 308
Tires ............................ 83,317,453
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 323
Air Pressure .......................... 317
Chains .............................. 324 Changing
............................ 360
Compact Spare ........................ 320
Flat Changing ........................ 365
General Information .................... 317
High Speed .......................... 319
Inflation Pressures ..................... 318
Jacking ............................. 360
Life of Tires .......................... 323
Load Capacity ..................... 313,314
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 326
Pressure Warning Light .................. 190
Quality Grading ....................... 453
Radial .............................. 320
Replacement ......................... 323
Rotation ............................ 325
Safety ........................... 308,317
Sizes ............................... 309
Snow Tires ........................... 325
Spare Tire ........................... 361
470 INDEX

Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 453
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 247
Universal Transmitter ..................... 152
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 335
Vanity Mirrors ........................... 92
Variance, Compass ....................... 204
Vehicle Certification Label ................. 342
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 7
Vehicle Loading ................... 314,341,343
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 8
Vehicle Storage ....................... 270,411
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .......... 18
Voice Recognition System (VR) .............. 121
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description) ............. 183
Warning, Roll Over ........................ 4
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 7 Warranty Information
..................... 450
Washer, Adding Fluid ..................... 390
Washers, Windshield ..................... 146
Washing Vehicle ......................... 404
Water Driving Through ...................... 289
Wheel and Wheel Trim .................... 405
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ................ 405
Wind Buffeting ......................... 161
Window Fogging ........................ 271
Windows .............................. 33
Power ............................... 33
Windshield Defroster ................83,262,268
Windshield Washers ................... 144,146
Windshield Wipers .................... 144,390
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... 146
472 INDEX