battery replacement JEEP COMPASS 2015 1.G Owners Manual

▫Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock.........22
▫Flash Lights With Remote Key Lock/Unlock . . .23
▫Using The Panic Alarm..................24
▫Programming Additional Transmitters........25
▫Transmitter Battery Replacement...........25
▫General Information....................26
!REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . .26
▫How To Use Remote Start................27
!DOOR LOCKS.........................30
▫Manual Door Locks.....................30
▫Power Door Locks.....................31
▫Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors..........................34
!POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED........35
▫Power Window Switches.................35
▫Auto-Down..........................37
▫Window Lockout Switch.................37
!LIFTGATE............................38
!OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS..........39
▫Important Safety Precautions..............40
▫Seat Belt Systems......................41
▫Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........61
▫Child Restraints.......................76
▫Transporting Pets......................97
!ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS....97
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Programming Additional Transmitters
Refer to Sentry Key® “Customer Key Programming”.
If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,
contact your authorized dealer for details.
Transmitter Battery Replacement
NOTE:Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-
ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,
remove the screw. With the RKE transmitter buttons
facing down, use a flat blade screwdriver to pry the
two halves of the RKE transmitter apart. Make sure
not to damage the elastomer seal during removal.
2. Remove and replace the battery. Avoid touching the
new battery with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it
with rubbing alcohol.
3. To reassemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two
halves together.
Separating Case Halves
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L..........467
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L..........468
!ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . . .469
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............469
!EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS.............470
!REPLACEMENT PARTS..................471
!DEALER SERVICE......................471
!MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........472
▫Engine Oil..........................473
▫Engine Oil Filter......................476
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................476
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............477
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............478
▫Body Lubrication.....................481
▫Windshield Wiper Blades...............481
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................482
▫Exhaust System......................482
▫Cooling System......................485
▫Brake System........................491
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3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
•The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isnot readyand you should
notproceed to the I/M station.
•The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the
engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system isnow ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine MOPAR® parts for normal/scheduled
maintenance and repairs is highly recommended to en-
sure the designed performance. Damage or failures
caused by the use of non-MOPAR® parts for mainte-
nance and repairs will not be covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-
nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service
operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 471

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
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Front Header LampT578
Center Dome LampT578
Rear Cargo Lamp/
Flashlight
8–A35LFAA
Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Low Beam HeadlampH11
Premium Low Beam
Headlamp
HIR2
High Beam Headlamp9005
Premium High Beam
Headlamp
HIR2
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 511

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................356
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................216
Appearance Care.........................499
Assistance Towing.........................125
Automatic Dimming Mirror..................108
Automatic Door Locks......................32
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........301
Automatic Transaxle........................12
Fluid Level Check.......................497
Automatic Transmission....................322
Fluid and Filter Changes..................495
Fluid Level Check.......................495
Fluid Type............................494
Gear Ranges...........................325
Special Additives.......................494
Autostick...............................337
Axle Fluid..............................517
Battery.................................477
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........25
Belts, Seat...............................100
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................481
B-Pillar Location..........................375
Brake Assist System.......................359
Brake Fluid.............................517
Brake, Parking...........................353
Brakes.................................355
Brake System............................355
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................356
Master Cylinder........................491
Parking..............................353
Warning Light.........................217
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................324
Bulb Replacement.........................511
Bulbs, Light.............................102
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