battery JEEP COMPASS 2013 1.G Owner's Guide

Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
• The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
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CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days, you may want to take steps to preserve your
battery.
• Disengage the mini-fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
• Or disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Front Header Lamp T578
Center Dome Lamp T578
Rear Cargo Lamp/
Flashlight 8–A35LFAA7
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NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 477

Fluid Level Check..................... .456
Fluid Type .......................... .455
Gear Ranges ......................... .323
Special Additives ...................... .456
Autostick .............................. .329
Battery ................................ .441
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Belts, Seat ...............................98
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................443
B-Pillar Location ......................... .355
Brake Assist System ...................... .340
Brake Fluid ............................ .474
Brake, Parking .......................... .334
Brakes ................................ .336
Brake System ........................... .336
Anti-Lock (ABS) ...................... .337
Master Cylinder ....................... .453
Parking ............................. .334Warning Light
........................ .215
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................322
Bulb Replacement ........................ .469
Bulbs, Light ............................ .101
Calibration, Compass ..................... .237
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........472
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .472
Caps, Filler Fuel ............................... .386
Oil (Engine) ......................... .431
Power Steering ....................... .333
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............450
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................97
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .198
Cargo Area Features ...................... .197
Cargo Compartment ...................... .197
Light .............................. .197
Luggage Carrier ...................... .204
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INDEX 495

Capacities........................... .390
Tires ............................... .355
Locks ..................................29
Automatic Door ........................31
Child Protection ........................33
Door ................................29
Power Door ...........................30
Lubrication, Body ........................ .443
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................204
Lumbar Support ......................... .152
Maintenance Free Battery ....................441
Maintenance Procedures ....................436
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .476
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......223
Manual, Service ......................... .490
Manual Transaxle Fluid Level Check ..................... .458
Lubricant Selection ..................... .458Manual Transmission
..................... .318
Fluid Level Check ..................... .457
Frequency of Fluid Change ................457
Lubricant Selection ..................... .457
Map/Reading Lights ...................... .167
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................453
Methanol .............................. .382
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... .226
Mirrors ............................... .107
Automatic Dimming ....................108
Electric Powered .......................110
Exterior Folding ....................... .109
Heated ..............................111
Outside ............................. .109
Rearview ........................... .107
Vanity ...............................111
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................371
Mopar Parts ............................ .435
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Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . . .176
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .367
Trip Computer .......................... .226
Trip Odometer .......................... .221
Trip Odometer Reset Button ..................219
Turn Signals ............................ .164
UCI Connector .......................... .287
Uconnect™ (Hands-Free Phone) ...............112
Understanding Your Instrument Panel ...........210
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................491
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .287
Universal Transmitter ..................... .176
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .381
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................52
Vanity Mirrors ...........................111
Variance, Compass ....................... .238Vehicle Certification Label
...................388
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7
Vehicle Loading ......................... .356
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............8
Vehicle Storage .......................... .307
Vehicle Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............18
Voice Recognition System (VR) ................142
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .212
Warning, Roll Over .........................4
Warnings and Cautions .......................7
Warranty Information ..................... .488
Washer Adding Fluid ........................ .444
Washers, Windshield ...................... .170
Washing Vehicle ......................... .460
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................461
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................461
Wind Buffeting .......................... .187
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained personnel.
The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly to
the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible. The
negative power connection should be made to body sheet
metal adjacent to the negative battery connection. This
connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof
or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used in
mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may affect
the accuracy or operation of the compass on vehicles so
equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only
fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure
a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interference
between the communications equipment and the vehicle’s
electronic systems.