alarm JEEP COMPASS 2014 1.G User Guide

•The engine can be started two consecutive times (two
15-minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,
the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON/RUN
position before you can repeat the start sequence for a
third cycle.
Remote start will also cancel if any of the following occur:
• The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500
• Any engine warning lamps come on
• Low Fuel Light turns on
• The hood is opened
• The hazard switch is pressed
• The transmission is moved out of PARK
• The brake pedal is pressedTo Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Press and release the REMOTE START button one time or
allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shut downs, the system
will disable the one time press of the REMOTE START
button for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote
Start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn the switch to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN
position in order to drive the vehicle.
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The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an
impact that requires air bag deployment. This low output
is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is
used for more severe collisions.
WARNING!
•No objects should be placed over or near the air
bag on the instrument panel, because any such
objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a
collision severe enough to cause the air bag to
inflate.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not put anything on or around the air bag
covers or attempt to open them manually. You may
damage the air bags and you could be injured
because the air bags may no longer be functional.
The protective covers for the air bag cushions are
designed to open only when the air bags are
inflating.
• Do not drill, cut or tamper with the knee bolster in
any way.
• Do not mount any accessories to the knee bolster
such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios,
etc.
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The HomeLink® buttons, located on either the overhead
console, headliner or sunvisor, designate the three differ-
ent HomeLink® channels. The HomeLink® indicator is
located above the center button.NOTE:HomeLink® is disabled when the Vehicle Secu-
rity Alarm is active.
HomeLink® Buttons/Overhead Consoles
HomeLink® Buttons/Sunvisor/Headliner
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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 hand-held transmit-
ter.
• Press the LEARN button on the Garage Door Opener
to complete the training for a Rolling Code.
• Did you unplug the device for programming 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.
WARNING!
Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-
ous gas. Do not run your vehicle in the garage while
programming the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause
serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Your motorized door or gate will open and close
while you are programming the universal trans-
ceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people, pets
or other objects are in the path of the door or gate.
Only use this transceiver with a garage door opener
that has a “stop and reverse” feature as required by
Federal safety standards. This includes most garage
door opener models manufactured after 1982. Do not
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The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi-
tion.
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
This light indicates that the transmission fluid
temperature is running hot. This may occur
with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this
light turns on, safely pull over and stop them
vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
run the engine at idle or faster 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!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
nated you 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.
17. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 227

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................366
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............499
Adding Fuel ............................ .418
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .493
Additives, Fuel .......................... .416
Airbag ..................................62
Airbag Deployment ........................73
Airbag Light .............................70
Airbag Maintenance ........................74
Airbag, Side ..............................66
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................66
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .488
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................490
Air Conditioning ......................... .307
Air Conditioning Controls ...................307
Air Conditioning Filter .....................318
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............319
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................490
Air Conditioning System ....................307 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .393
Alarm Light ............................ .227
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................18
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................266
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................498
Capacities ........................... .527
Disposal ............................. .501
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................366
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................224
Appearance Care ..........................511
Assistance Towing ........................ .127
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................110
Automatic Door Locks ......................32
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........311
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Fluid Level Check ...................... .509
Overheating .......................... .442
Automatic Transmission ....................332
550 INDEX

Jump Starting........................... .466
Key-In Reminder ..........................14
Keyless Entry System (Sedan) .................20
Key, Programming .........................17
Key, Replacement ..........................16
Keys ...................................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................15
Knee Bolster ..............................62
Lane Change and Turn Signals ................526
Lane Change Assist ....................... .169
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........................44
Latches ............................... .104
Hood ............................... .164
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .414
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .104
Life of Tires ............................ .400
Liftgate (Sedan) ...........................39 Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer
...............211
Light Bulbs ............................. .104
Lights ................................ .104
Airbag ................................70
Alarm .............................. .227
Anti-Lock ............................ .224
Back-Up ............................. .526
Brake Assist Warning ....................379
Brake Warning ........................ .225
Bulb Replacement ...................... .525
Cargo .............................. .205
Center Mounted Stop ....................527
Daytime Running ...................... .167
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .................166
Engine Temperature Warning ...............225
Exterior ............................. .104
Fog ................................ .167
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................441
Headlights ........................... .166
558 INDEX

Headlight Switch...................... .166
High Beam ........................... .169
High Beam Indicator .....................224
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............169
Instrument Cluster ..................... .166
License ............................. .527
Lights On Reminder .....................167
Low Fuel ............................ .223
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........233
Map Reading ......................... .171
Oil Pressure .......................... .223
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .224
Security Alarm ..........................19
Service .............................. .525
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............229
Traction Control ....................... .379
Turn Signal .......................... .104
Voltage ............................. .222
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......222Loading Vehicle
......................... .421
Capacities ........................... .422
Tires ............................... .387
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................32
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................31
Lubrication, Body ........................ .492
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................213
Lug Nuts .............................. .443
Lumbar Support ......................... .156
Maintenance Free Battery ....................489
Maintenance Procedures ....................484
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .532
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......233
Manual, Service ......................... .546
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INDEX 559

Disposal............................. .487
Filter ............................... .488
Filter Disposal ........................ .487
Identification Logo ..................... .486
Materials Added to ..................... .487
Recommendation ...................... .486
Synthetic ............................ .487
Viscosity ............................ .487
Oil Filter, Selection ....................... .488
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................481
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink®) ............183
Operating Precautions ..................... .481
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............5
Overheating, Engine ...................... .228
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .............5
Paint Care ..............................511
Panic Alarm ..............................24
Parking Brake ........................... .363Passing Light
........................... .169
Personal Settings ......................... .244
Pets ....................................98
Pets, Transporting ..........................98
Phone, Cellular ...........................113
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®) ...............113
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ..........388
Power Door Locks ............................31
Mirrors ..............................111
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........196
Steering ............................. .361
Sunroof ............................. .193
Transfer Unit ..........................511
Windows ..............................36
Power Steering Fluid ...................... .529
Power Transfer Unit .......................511
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts ................62
Preparation for Jacking .....................446
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INDEX 561

PretensionersSeat Belts ..............................56
Programmable Electronic Features .............244
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .395
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........500
Radio Operation ......................... .249
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................249
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................510
Rear Camera ........................... .181
Rear Drive Assembly ...................... .510
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) .......................39
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .162
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .109
Rear Window Defroster .....................212
Rear Window Features ......................211
Rear Wiper/Washer ........................211
Recorder, Event Data .......................76
Recreational Towing ...................... .437Reformulated Gasoline
.....................414
Refrigerant ............................. .491
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................60
Remote Control Door Locks ............................20
Security Alarm ..........................18
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FCC General Information ..................26
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) .................20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........303
Remote Starting System ......................26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .524
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .483
Replacement Tires ........................ .401
Reporting Safety Defects ....................545
Restraint, Head .......................... .158
Restraints, Child ...........................77
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ................206
562 INDEX