oil dipstick JEEP COMPASS 2010 1.G Owners Manual

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Integrated Power Module
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Battery (Under Cover)
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap
4 — Air Cleaner Filter 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick
5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 10 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Battery (Under Cover)
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Air Cleaner Filter
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Coolant Pressure Cap
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Oil Dipstick
5 — Integrated Power Module 10 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transaxle, power steering or air condition-
ing. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
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. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five 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 1 qt (1L) of oil
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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.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for further information.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for all
engines under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer-
tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
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Disposal of Used Coolant................ 396
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 394
Inspection ........................... 397
Points to Remember ................. 396,397
Pressure Cap ......................... 396
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ........... 394
Corrosion Protection ..................... 403
Cruise Light ........................... 189
Cupholders ............................ 168
Customer Assistance ..................... 447
Dealer Service .......................... 382
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 175
Defroster, Windshield ................83,262,268
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 146
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 379
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 143
Dipsticks Power Steering ........................ 293 Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 396
Engine Oil ........................... 385
Door Locks ............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 29
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 152
Downshifting .......................... 281
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................... 129
Driving ............................... 291
On Slippery Surfaces ................... 288
Through Flowing, Rising,
or Shallow Standing Water ............... 289
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 91
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 161
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 299
Anti-Lock Brake System ................. 299
Brake Assist System .................... 300
Electronic Roll Mitigation ................ 301
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