maintenance JEEP COMPASS 2015 1.G User Guide

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Chrysler Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention o! the road. Use of any electrical devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull o! the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
If you are the first registered retail owner of
your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary
printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/
Uconnect® Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling
1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or by contacting your dealer.
This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly
acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient
reference source for common questions. However, it is not
a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions, maintenance
procedures and important safety messages, please consult
your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals and
other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your
vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help
personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com (U.S.),
www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your local Jeep dealer.
Impor tant:
This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep® is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. © 2014 Chrysler Group LLC.
Driving and Alcohol:
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
Driving after drinking can lead to a collision. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
WAR N I NG !

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM CHRYSLERGROUP LLC.................. 2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT.............. 6INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.......... 8
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10REMOTE START............... 11VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM....... 12SEAT BELT SYSTEMS........... 13SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS) — AIR BAGS............ 14CHILD RESTRAINTS............ 15HEAD RESTRAINTS............. 19FRONT SEATS................ 20REAR SEATS................ 22HEATED SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23TILT STEERING COLUMN......... 24
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-INRECOMMENDATIONS........... 25TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER...... 26WIPER/WASHER LEVER.......... 27ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL..... 28PARKVIEW®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA.. 30CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION (CVT)........... 31SIX-SPEED AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION............... 31MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS...... 32AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33POWER SUNROOF............. 34WIND BUFFETING............. 35
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM . . . 36Uconnect®130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Uconnect®130 WITH SiriusXM SATELLITERADIO..................... 40Uconnect®230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Uconnect®430/430N........... 46SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO/TRAVELLINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS.. 61iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL........ 61Uconnect®PHONE............. 62Uconnect®VOICE COMMAND....... 65Bluetooth®STREAMING AUDIO..... 67ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATIONCENTER (EVIC)............... 68PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES....... 69UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER(HomeLink®).................71
POWER INVERTER............. 74POWER OUTLET.............. 75
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIESFOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION . . . 76
UTILITYTRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUMTRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)....... 78RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.)............ 79
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIESROADSIDE ASSISTANCE.......... 80INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGLIGHTS.................... 80INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORLIGHTS.................... 84IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS...... 86AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONOVERHEATING............... 87JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING..... 87JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES..... 94SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE......... 97TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE..... 98FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE....... 99EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).... 100
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOPENING THE HOOD.......... 101ENGINE COMPARTMENT........ 102FLUID CAPACITIES............ 106FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINEPA RT S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 6MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES..... 108MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE...... 108FUSES.................... 113TIRE PRESSURES............. 115SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED..... 116WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . . . 117EXTERIOR BULBS............ 118
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCECHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMERCENTER.................. 119CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMERCENTER.................. 119ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARINGIMPAIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119PUBLICATIONS ORDERING....... 119REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THEUNITED STATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
MOPAR® ACCESSORIESAUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®........................ 121
FAQ ( H o w To? )
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . . 122
INDEX.................. 123
TABLE OF CONTENTS

- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
This light informs you of a problem with the system.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
PARK position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the
engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require
towing.
-TirePressureMonitoringSystem(TPMS)Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling
and stopping ability.
IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR
PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLACARD OR
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES
BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is
the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or
applicable supplement on the DVD for further details.
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 service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures
will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is dis-
played. Severe Operating Conditions 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 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.
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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, power
steering 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.
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Maintenance ChartRefer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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
Additional InspectionsInspect the CV joints. X X X X X X XInspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replaceif necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect brake linings, replace if necessary. Check park brakefunction, adjust if necessary.
XXX X X X X
Additional MaintenanceReplace engine air cleaner filter. X X X X XReplace air conditioning/cabin air filter. X X X X X X XReplace spark plugs** X X X X XFlush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
XX
Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid. X XReplace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid. X XChange automatic transmission fluid and filter if using yourvehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequenttrailer towing. (CVT only)
X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. (CVT only) X
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date
Signature, Autho-rized Service Center
20,000 Miles(32,000 km) or2 Years30,000 Miles(48,000 km) or3 Years40,000 Miles(64,000 km) or4 Years50,000 Miles(80,000 km) or5 Years60,000 Miles(96,000 km) or6 Years70,000 Miles(112,000 km) or7 Years80,000 Miles(128,000 km) or8 Years
Odometer Date
Signature, Autho-rized Service Center
90,000 Miles(144,000 km) or9 Years100,000 Miles(160,000 km) or10 Years110,000 Miles(176,000 km) or11 Years120,000 Miles(192,000 km) or12 Years130,000 Miles(208,000 km) or13 Years140,000 Miles(224,000 km) or14 Years150,000 Miles(240,000 km) or15 Years
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)..108
Adding Washer Fluid.........108
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag . . . . . .14
Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Air Bag Warning Light . . . . . . .14
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Rollover...............14
Side Impacts . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Air bag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air CleanerFilter)................108Air Conditioner Maintenance....108Air Conditioning............33Air Conditioning Refrigerant.....108Air Conditioning System.......108Air Recirculation..........32,33AlarmArm The System..........12Disarm The System........12Vehicle Security Alarm......12Alarm, Panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Alarm (Security Alarm)......12,85Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . .106, 108Capacities............106Disposal..............108Anti-Lock Warning Light........80Appearance Care...........108Assistance Towing...........80Audio Jack........39,42,46,51Audio Settings........39,41,44Audio Systems (Radio).........38Automatic Temperature Control(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Automatic Transmission........31Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . .107Overheating............87Axle Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Back-Up Camera............30Battery..............94,108Body Mechanism Lubrication....108Brake Fluid..............107Brakes.................108Brake System.............108Master Cylinder.........108Break-In Recommendations, NewVehicle................25
Bulb Replacement..........118
Calibration, Compass.........68
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine
Coolant)..............106
Capacities, Fluid...........106
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Car Washes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
CD (Compact Disc)Player.........39,42,45,50Change Oil Indicator..........85Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . .87Charging System Light.........80Child Restraint.............15CleaningWheels..............108Windshield Wiper Blades....108Climate Control.............32Clock Setting.......38,41,44,47Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . . .80ChargingSystem Light......80Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Activation/Malfunction IndicatorLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)Indicator Light...........81Front Fog Light Indicator.....85High Beam Indicator.......84Instrument Cluster WarningLights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84Oil Pressure Warning Light....80Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS) Light............81Turn Signal Indicator.......84Vehicle Security Light.......85Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108Clutch Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . .116Compass Calibration..........68Coolant (Antifreeze).........106Cooling System............108Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) . .108Coolant Level...........108Disposal of Used Coolant....108
INDEX
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Drain, Flush, and Refill.....108
Inspection............108
Points to Remember.......108
Pressure Cap...........108
Selection of Coolant
(Antifreeze)........106, 108
Corrosion Protection.........108
Cruise Control (Speed Control)....28
Cruise Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Customer Assistance.........119
Defects, Reporting..........120Dimmer Control.............26Dimmer Switch, Headlight......26Disabled Vehicle Towing........80Disarming, Security System......12Discharged Battery...........94DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . .108
ElectronicsYo u r Ve h i c l e ' s S o u n dSystem.............36,37Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl)................28Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .84Electronic Throttle Control WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69Average Fuel Consumption....68Distance Traveled.........68Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . .68Exit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Language (Selecting TheLanguage)..............69Travel Time.............68Trip Functions...........68Units (Set Units)..........69Emergency, In Case ofBrake Warning Light.......82Jacking...............87Jump Starting...........94Overheating............86To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 0EngineAir Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Break-In Recommendations . . .25
Checking Oil Level........108
Compartment...........102
Coolant (Antifreeze).......106
Cooling...............108
Jump Starting...........94
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106, 108
Oil Filler Cap...........108
Oil Selection...........108
Overheating............86Event Data Recorder.........100Exhaust System............108Exterior Lights.............118
FiltersAir Cleaner............108Engine Oil . . . . . . . . .106, 108Engine Oil Disposal.......108FlashersTu r n S i g n a l . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 4Flash-To-Pass..............26Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87Fluid, Brake..............107Fluid Capacities............106Fluids, Lubricants and GenuineParts................106Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27, 85Folding Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . .22Four Wheel Drive Operation......76Freeing A Stuck Vehicle........99Front Heated Seats...........23Front WipersMist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27FuelCapacity..............106Octane Rating..........106Tank Capacity..........106
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)..71Gasoline (Fuel)............106General Maintenance.........108Glass Cleaning............108GPS Navigation (Uconnect®gps) . . .56
Hard Drive (HDD)............51Headlights................26Cleaning.............108Dimmer Switch..........26
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High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Head Restraints............19
Heated Mirrors...........32,33
Heated Seats..............23
High Beam Indicator..........84
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch................26
HomeLink®(Garage Door Opener) . .71
Hood Release.............101
Instrument Cluster............8Indicators..............9Instrument Cluster WarningLights . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 80, 84Instrument Panel Cover.......108Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . .108Integrated Power Module (Fuses) . .113Interior and Instrument Lights . . .6, 7Interior Appearance Care.......108Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . .27Introduction...............2Inverter Outlet (115V).........74Inverter, Power.............74iPod®/USB/MP3 Control........61Bluetooth®Streaming Audio . . .67
Jacking Instructions..........88Jack Location..............87Jack Operation...........87,88Jump Starting..............94
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Arm The Alarm...........12Disarm The Alarm.........12Lock The Doors...........10Panic Alarm............10Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . .11Unlock The Doors . . . . . . . . .10Key Fob Programmable Features . . .69
Lane Change and Turn Signals....27Lane Change Assist..........27LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forCHildren). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15LightsCruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Engine Temperature Warning . . .83Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Four-Wheel Drive Indicator....85
Headlights.............26
High Beam Indicator.......84
Hill Descent Control Indicator . .85
Low Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Seat Belt Reminder........83
Security Alarm...........85
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(TPMS)...............81Transmission Warning.......83Tu r n S i g n a l . . . . . . . . . . 2 6 , 2 7LocksLiftgate, Tailgate..........10Lubrication, Body...........108Lumbar Support............21
Maintenance Free Battery......108Maintenance, General . . . . . . . .108Maintenance Procedures.......108Maintenance Record . . . . . . . . .112Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . .108Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84Manual TransmissionLubricant Selection.......107Master Cylinder (Brakes).......108Media Center Radio . . . . . . . .43, 46MOPAR®Accessories.........121
Navigation................54Navigation System (Uconnect®gps)..55Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .54New Vehicle Break-In Period.....25
Oil Change Indicator..........85Oil, Engine...........106, 108Capacity..............106Change Interval.........108Checking.............108Disposal..............108Filter............106, 108Filter Disposal..........108Materials Added to........108Recommendation.....106, 108Viscosity.............108Oil Filter, Selection..........108Oil Pressure Light...........80
INDEX
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