check oil JEEP COMPASS 2014 1.G User Guide

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
4WD- 4WD Indicator
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator
CRUISE- Speed Control Indicator
- Hill Descent Control Indicator
Odometer Messages
door - Door AjarLoW tirE - Low Tire Pressure
gATE - GateAjar CHANgE OIL* - Change Engine Oil
gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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- Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal,
turn the engine off immediately.
We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant.
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the
parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it
indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an
Anti-Lock Brake System problem.
Please have your vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system
may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision.
Have the vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may
illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays
on through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive
normally and not require towing.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could
lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend
you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Charging System Light
This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system
light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the
charging system.
We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change
Required” will be displayed 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 “Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” in this guide or “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” or “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the
Owner’s Manual on your DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles
(16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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, powersteering and fill 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 mainte-
nance 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 irregular 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.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Lumbar Support............20
Maintenance Record .........107
MaintenanceSchedule........103
Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine) ...........82
Media Center Radio ........44,47
MOPAR
®Accessories .........114
Navigation ................55
Navigation System (Uconnect
®gps) ..........56
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .56
New Vehicle Break-In Period .....25
Oil Change Indicator ..........84
Oil, Engine Capacity ..............102
Oil Pressure Light ...........83
Outlet Power ................75
Overheating, Engine ..........85
Panic Alarm ...............10
Phone (Uconnect
®) ..........63
Placard, Tire and Loading Information .............110
Power Inverter ...............74
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical
Outlet) ...............75
Seats ................19
Steering ..............102
Power Sunroof .............33
Preparation for Jacking ........86
Programmable Electronic Features . .70
Radio Operation .....39,42,45,50
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .....27
RearSeat,Folding...........22
RearWiper/Washer...........27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Arm The Alarm ...........12
Disarm The Alarm .........13
Lock The Doors ...........10
Panic Alarm ............10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . .10
Unlock The Doors .........10 Remote Starting
HowToUseRemoteStart .....11
KeyFob ...............11
Remote Starting System .....11
Remote Starting System ........11
Replacement Bulbs ..........111
Reporting Safety Defects .......113
RollOverWarning ............4
Satellite Radio (Uconnect
®studios) . . .41, 43, 46
Schedule,Maintenance .......103
Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) ................13
Child Restraints ........13,15
Energy Management Feature . . .13
Engage The Automatic Locking
Mode ................17
Lap/Shoulder Belts .........13
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......13
SeatBeltReminder ........13
Seats ...................19
Adjustment .............19
Folding Front Passenger .....21
Heated ...............23
Height Adjustment ........20
Manual ...............19
Power ................19
RearFolding ............22
Security Alarm Arm The System ..........12
Disarm The System ........13
Security Alarm ...........12
Shift Lever Override ..........95
Signals, Turn ..............27
SIRIUS Travel Link ...........58
SpareTire................86
SparkPlugs..............102
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............28
Cancel ...............29
Resume ...............29
Set .................28
Starting Remote ...............11
Steering TiltColumn .............24
INDEX
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