tow JEEP COMPASS 2013 1.G Repair Manual

When cleaning the rear view 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.
Instrument Panel Bezels
CAUTION!
When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve-
hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Some air fresheners will damage the finish of
painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly
contact any surface.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may beused, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
Seat Belt Maintenance
Do not bleach, dye, or clean the belts with chemical
solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric.
Sun damage can also weaken the fabric.
If the belts need cleaning, use MOPAR Total Clean or
equivalent, a mild soap solution, or lukewarm water. Do
not remove the belts from the vehicle to wash them. Dry
with a soft cloth.
464 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cav-ity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
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/
Steering Control Satel- lite Radio/Hands-Free Phone
7 30 Amp
Green Ignition Off Draw
8 30 Amp
Green Ignition Off DrawCav-
ity Cartridge
Fuse Mini-
Fuse Description
9 40 Amp Green Power Seats
10 20 Amp
Yellow Power Locks/Interior
Lighting
11 15 Amp
Lt Blue Power Outlet
12 20 Amp
Yellow 115V AC Inverter – If
Equipped
13 20 Amp
Yellow Cigar Lighter
14 10 Amp
Red Instrument Cluster
15 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan
466 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash
in the instrument cluster odometer and a single chime
will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “In-
strument Cluster Description/Odometer/Trip Odom-
eter” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Replace power transfer unit
(PTU) fluid. XX
Change automatic transmission
fluid and filter if using your ve-
hicle for any of the following: po-
lice, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing. X
Change the automatic transmis-
sion fluid and filter. X
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S480 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the manual transmission
fluid if using your vehicle for any
of the following: trailer towing,
heavy loading, taxi, police, deliv-
ery service (commercial service),
off-road, desert operation or
more than 50% of your driving is
at sustained high speeds during
hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 481

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................337
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............449
Adding Fuel ............................ .386
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .444
Additives, Fuel .......................... .384
Airbag ..................................61
Airbag Deployment ........................71
Airbag Light .............................68
Airbag Maintenance ........................73
Airbag, Side ..............................64
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................65
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .440
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................442
Air Conditioning ......................... .297
Air Conditioning Controls ...................297
Air Conditioning Filter .....................308
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............309
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................442
Air Conditioning System ....................297 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .360
Alarm Light ............................ .217
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................256
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................449
Capacities ........................... .472
Disposal ............................ .451
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................337
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................214
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........18
Appearance Care ........................ .459
Assistance Towing ........................ .125
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................108
Automatic Door Locks ......................31
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........301
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Automatic Transmission ....................321
Fluid and Filter Changes .................457
494 INDEX

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............345
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......228
Emergency, In Case of Jacking ............................. .408
Jump Starting ........................ .419
Towing ............................. .426
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........434
Engine ................................ .431
Air Cleaner .......................... .440
Block Heater ......................... .318
Break-In Recommendations ................96
Checking Oil Level .....................437
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................448
Cooling ............................. .447
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................97
Fuel Requirements ..................... .381
Jump Starting ........................ .419
Oil ................................ .437
Oil Filler Cap ........................ .431Oil Selection
......................... .438
Oil Synthetic ......................... .439
Overheating ......................... .406
Temperature Gauge .....................217
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Ethanol ............................... .382
Event Data Recorder ........................75
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................39
Exhaust System ...........................97
Exterior Lights .......................... .101
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .440
Air Conditioning ...................... .308
Engine Oil ........................... .440
Engine Oil Disposal .....................439
Flashers ............................... .406
Hazard Warning ...................... .406
Turn Signal .......................... .101
498 INDEX

Gasoline (Fuel).......................... .381
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................382
Gauges Coolant Temperature ....................217
Fuel ............................... .212
Odometer ........................... .221
Tachometer .......................... .215
Gear Ranges ............................ .323
Gear Select Lever Override ..................425
General Information ........................18
Glass Cleaning .......................... .463
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................391
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................389
GVWR ................................ .389
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect™) ...............112
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................406
Headlights ............................. .470
Cleaning ............................ .463High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch
.........165
Passing ............................. .165
Replacing ........................... .470
Switch ............................. .163
Head Restraints ......................... .154
Heated Mirrors ...........................111
Heated Seats ............................ .150
Heater ................................ .297
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .318
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .165
Hill Descent Control ...................... .342
Hill Start Assist .......................... .343
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .393
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . .176
Hood Release ........................... .160
Ignition .................................12
Key .................................12
500 INDEX

Pets, Transporting..........................95
Phone, Cellular ...........................112
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect™) ...............112
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........355
Power Door Locks ............................30
Mirrors ..............................110
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ..........188
Steering ............................ .332
Sunroof ............................. .185
Transfer Unit ......................... .458
Windows .............................35
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .474
Power Transfer Unit ...................... .458
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................61
Preparation for Jacking .....................409 Pretensioners
Seat Belts .............................55
Programmable Electronic Features .............234
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .362
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........450
Radio Operation ......................... .296
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................458
Rear Drive Assembly ...................... .458
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) .......................37
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .158
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .107
Rear Window Defroster .....................203
Rear Window Features .....................202
Rear Wiper/Washer ....................... .202
Recorder, Event Data .......................75
Recreational Towing ...................... .403
Reformulated Gasoline .....................382
Refrigerant ............................. .443
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Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)...........371
Pressure Warning Light ..................219
Quality Grading ...................... .491
Radial .............................. .362
Replacement ......................... .368
Rotation ............................ .370
Safety .............................. .350
Sizes ............................... .351
Snow Tires .......................... .363
Spare Tire ........................... .409
Spinning ............................ .366
Trailer Towing ........................ .397
Tread Wear Indicators ...................367
Tire Safety Information .....................350
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................394
Towing ............................... .390
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................125
Disabled Vehicle ...................... .426
Guide .............................. .394Recreational
......................... .403
Weight ............................. .394
Towing Assistance ........................ .125
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........403
Trailer Towing .......................... .390
Cooling System Tips ....................402
Hitches ............................. .393
Minimum Requirements ..................396
Tips ............................... .401
Trailer and Tongue Weight ................394
Wiring ............................. .399
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .394
Trailer Weight ........................... .394
Transaxle Automatic ............................12
Transmission Automatic ........................... .321
Fluid .............................. .455
Manual ............................. .318
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