clutch JEEP COMPASS 2015 1.G User Guide

fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the
brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked
when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level
may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with amanual trans-
mission, the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both
the brake system and the clutch release system. The two
systems are separated in the reservoir, and a leak in one
system will not affect the other system. Themanual
transmissionclutch release system should not require
fluid replacement during the life of the vehicle. If the
brake fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does
not indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a
result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system. See
your local authorized dealer for service.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
•Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
CAUTION!
Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall
clutch system performance. Improper brake fluids
may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of
clutch function and the ability to shift the transmis-
sion.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 493

Older Children And Child Restraints..........79
Seating Positions........................82
Child Safety Locks.........................34
Clean Air Gasoline........................403
Cleaning
Wheels...............................501
Climate Control..........................297
Clock..................................243
Clutch.................................491
Clutch Fluid.............................491
Coin Holder.............................199
Cold Weather Operation....................318
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............296
Compact Spare Tire........................386
Compass...............................228
Compass Calibration.......................239
Compass Variance.........................239
Connector
UCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..287
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)..........287
Console................................199
Contract, Service..........................531
Coolant (Antifreeze).......................514
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)...........488
Cooling System...........................485
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............487
Coolant Level..........................485
Disposal of Used Coolant.................489
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................486
Inspection............................489
Points to Remember.....................490
Pressure Cap..........................488
Radiator Cap..........................488
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............486
Corrosion Protection.......................499
Cruise Light.............................220
Cupholders.............................199
CustomerAssistance.......................52910
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