mirror JEEP COMPASS 2012 1.G User Guide

STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK, and re-
move the key fob from the ignition. When leaving
the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle. A
child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake,
press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the shift
lever in NEUTRAL.
NOTE:
•The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
•If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is
locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve
pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the
key.
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WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas, they may cause respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and, therefore,
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may
scratch the elements. When cleaning the rearview mirror,
spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do
not spray cleaner directly on the mirror.
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which
minimizes reflections on the windshield. Do not use
protectants or other products which may cause undesir-
able reflections. Use soap and warm water to restore the
low glare surface.
436 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-
Fuse Description
3 10 Amp
Red Rear Center Brake
Light Switch
4 10 Amp
Red Ignition Switch/
Occupant Classifica-
tion Module
5 20 Amp
Yellow Trailer Tow – If
Equipped
6 10 Amp
Red Power Mirror/Airbag
Occupant Classifica-
tion Module/Steering
Control Satellite
Radio (If Equipped)
7 30 Amp
Green Ignition Off Draw
8 30 Amp
Green Ignition Off DrawCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
Fuse Description
9 40 Amp Green Power Seats
10 20 Amp
Yellow Power Locks
11 15 Amp
Lt Blue Power Outlet
12 20 Amp
Yellow AC Inverter
13 20 Amp
Yellow Rear Power Supply
Outlet
14 10 Amp
Red Instrument Cluster/
Interior Lighting
15 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan
16 15 Amp
Lt Blue Sunroof/Cigar
Lighter (If Equipped)
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 439

Cavity CartridgeFuseMini-
Fuse Description
17 10 Amp
Red Wireless Control
Module
18 40 Amp Green Auto Shutdown Relay
19 20 Amp
Yellow Radio Amplifiers
20 15 Amp
Lt Blue Radio
21 10 Amp
Red Intrusion Module/
Siren – If Equipped
22 10 Amp
Red Heating, AC/
Compass
23 15 Amp
Lt Blue Auto Shutdown Relay
24 15 Amp
Lt Blue Power Sunroof – If
EquippedCavity Cartridge
FuseMini-
Fuse Description
25 10 Amp
Red Heated Mirror – If
Equipped
26 15 Amp
Lt Blue Auto Shutdown Relay
27 10 Amp
Red Airbag Control
Module
28 10 Amp
Red Airbag Control
Module/Occupant
Classification Module
29 Hot Car (No Fuse
Required)
30 20 Amp
Yellow Heated Seat – If
Equipped
31 10 Amp
Red Headlamp Washer –
If Equipped
32 30 Amp Pink Auto Shutdown Relay
440 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 314
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 423
Adding Fuel ........................... 361
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 418
Additives, Fuel ......................... 359
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 412
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 414
Air Conditioning ........................ 276
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 276
Air Conditioning Filter .................287,415
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............414,415
Air Conditioning System .............276,280,414
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 288
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 337
Airbag .............................. 61,70
Airbag Deployment ....................... 71
Airbag Light ................... 68,69,74,86,197
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 73
Airbag, Side ...................... 64,67,69,70Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)
...........65,67,70
Alarm Light ........................... 201
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................239,263
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 314
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 198
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ........ 18
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........422,445,446
Capacities .......................... 445
Disposal ........................... 425
Appearance Care ........................ 432
Assistance Towing ....................... 112
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 94
Automatic Door Locks ................... 32,33
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 280
Automatic Transaxle ................. 12,294,381
Overheating ........................ 381
476 INDEX

Cooling System......................... 421
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 423
Coolant Level .................... 421,425
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 425
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 422
Inspection .......................... 425
Points to Remember ................ 424,425
Pressure Cap ........................ 424
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 422
Corrosion Protection ..................... 432
Cruise Light ........................... 202
Cupholders ............................ 181
Customer Assistance ..................... 467
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 74
Dealer Service .......................... 408
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 188
Defroster, Windshield ................87,278,284
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 154 Diagnostic System, Onboard
................ 405
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 150
Dipsticks Power Steering ...................... 309
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 425
Engine Oil ......................... 411
Door Locks ............................. 30
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 32
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 160
Downshifting .......................... 298
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................... 139
Driving ............................... 308
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 96
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 173
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 316
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 316
Brake Assist System ................... 317
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INDEX 479

Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)........... 160
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ............361,363,405
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... 445
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 357
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 357
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 201
Fuel .............................. 196
Odometer .......................... 205
Tachometer ......................... 199
Gear Ranges ........................... 301
Gear Select Lever Override ................. 397
General Information ................. 17,128,356
General Maintenance ..................... 408
Glass Cleaning .......................... 436
Gross Axle Weight Rating .................. 366
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............364,365Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™)
.............. 98
Hazard Warning Flasher ................... 380
Head Restraints ......................... 141
Headlights ............................ 443
Cleaning ........................... 436
High Beam ......................... 150
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...... 150
Passing ............................ 150
Replacing .......................... 443
Switch ............................ 148
Heated Mirrors .......................... 97
Heated Seats ........................... 135
Heater ............................... 276
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 296
Hill Descent Control ................... 209,319
Hill Start Assist ......................... 320
Hitches Trailer Towing ....................... 368
482 INDEX

HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter... 160
Hood Release .......................... 146
Ignition ............................... 12
Key ............................... 12
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 12
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint .......................... 76
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 211
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 94
Instrument Cluster ....................... 196
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 194
Instrument Panel Cover ................... 436
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 437
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............ 438
Interior Appearance Care .................. 435
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 154
Introduction ............................. 4 Jack Location
........................... 383
Jack Operation ....................... 382,384
Jacking Instructions ...................... 384
Jump Starting .......................... 392
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Key, Programming ........................ 16
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) ................ 20
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 61
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 444
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 43
Latches ................................ 88
Hood ............................. 146
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 357
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 88
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INDEX 483

Loading Vehicle...................... 363,365
Capacities .......................... 365
Tires .............................. 332
Locks Automatic Door ...................... 32
Child Protection ...................... 34
Door .............................. 30
Power Door ......................... 31
Lubrication, Body ....................... 417
Lumbar Support ........................ 138
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 413
Maintenance Procedures ................... 408
Maintenance Schedule .................... 450
Maintenance, General ..................... 408
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 207,406
Manual Transaxle ..................... 293,296
Downshifting ....................... 298
Fluid Level Check .................... 431 Frequency of Fluid Change
...........431,432
Lubricant Selection ................... 431
Manual Transmission ..................... 430
Fluid Level Check .................... 430
Frequency of Fluid Change ............. 431
Lubricant Selection ................... 430
Manual, Service ......................... 471
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 152
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 427
Methanol ............................. 358
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 209
Mirrors ................................ 94
Automatic Dimming ................... 94
Electric Powered ...................... 96
Heated ............................. 97
Outside ............................ 95
Rearview ........................... 94
Vanity ............................. 98
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
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INDEX 485

Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™).............. 98
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 332
Power Door Locks ......................... 31
Mirrors ............................ 96
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ........ 173
Steering ........................ 308,309
Sunroof ........................... 169
Transfer Unit ....................... 431
Windows ........................... 36
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 447
Power Transfer Unit ...................... 431
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 61
Preparation for Jacking .................... 383
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 54
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 217Radial Ply Tires
......................... 339
Radio Operation ........................ 275
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 431
Rear Drive Assembly ..................... 431
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ...................... 38
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 144
Rear Window Defroster ................... 188
Rear Window Features .................... 187
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 187
Recorder, Event Data ...................... 74
Recreational Towing ...................... 377
Reformulated Gasoline .................... 357
Refrigerant ............................ 415
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 59
Remote Control Door Locks ......................... 20
Security Alarm ....................... 18
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ............... 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 273
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INDEX 487