engine JEEP COMPASS 2015 1.G Owner's Guide

FUSES
Integrated Power Module
The Integrated Power Module is located in the engine compartment near the air
cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. A label that
identifies each component may be printed on the inside of the cover. Refer to
“Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
120AmpBlueTr a i l e r To w – I f E q u i p p e d
215 Amp Lt Blue AWD/4WD Control Module – IfEquipped
310 Amp Red Rear Center Brake Light Switch
410 Amp Red Ignition Switch/Occupant Clas-sification Module
515 Amp Lt Blue Battery Feed For Power Tech
610 Amp Red Power Mirror/Steering ControlSatellite Radio/Hands-FreePhone
730 Amp GreenIgnition Off Draw
830 Amp GreenIgnition Off Draw
940AmpGreenPower Seats
1020 Amp Yellow Power Locks/Interior Lighting
1115 Amp Lt BluePower Outlet
1220 Amp Yellow 115V AC Inverter – If Equipped
1320 Amp YellowCigar Lighter
1410 Amp RedInstrument Cluster
15 40 Amp GreenRadiator Fan
1615 Amp Lt Blue Dome Lamp/Sunroof/Rear WiperMotor
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CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER
P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1–877–426–5337
CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER CENTER
P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English)
Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French)
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed specialTDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Anyhearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventionalteletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer bydialing 1–800–380–CHRY. Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that requireassistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada. For TTYteletypewriter users, dial 711 and for Voice callers, dial 1–800–855–0511 to connectwith a Bell Relay Service operator.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components con-tain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects, or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained invehicles and certain products of component wear contain, or emit, chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or otherreproductive harm.
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING
•If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle,you may obtain one freeprinted copy of the Owner's Manual, Warranty Booklet or Radio Manuals on yourDVD by calling 1–877–426–5337 (U.S.) or 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) or bycontacting your dealer.
•Replacement User Guide kits or DVDs or, if you prefer, additional printed copies ofthe Owner's Manual, Warranty Booklet or Radio Manuals may be purchased by visitingwww.techauthority.com or by calling 1–877–890–4038 (U.S.) or 1–800–387–
1143 (Canada). Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover orders are
accepted. If you prefer mailing your order, please call the above numbers for an
order form.
NOTE:
• A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes).
• The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the
Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck, Dodge and SRT websites.
• Click on the “For Owners” tab, select “Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your
desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
• How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 15
• How do my heated seats operate? pg. 23
ELECTRONICS
• Which radio is in my vehicle?
• Uconnect®130 pg. 38
• Uconnect®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 40
• Uconnect®230 pg. 43
• Uconnect®430/430N pg. 46
• How do I activate the Audio Jack?
• Uconnect®130 pg. 46
• Uconnect®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 46
• Uconnect®230 pg. 46
• Uconnect®430/430N pg. 51
• How do I set the clock on my radio?
• Uconnect®130 pg. 44
• Uconnect®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 44
• Uconnect®230 pg. 44
• Uconnect®430/430N pg. 47
• How do I use the Navigation feature? pg. 54
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth®with the Uconnect®Hands-Free Voice
Activation System? pg. 62
• How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)? pg. 71
UTILITY
• How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Compass? pg. 78
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 81
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 87
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 94
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 113
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 106
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 108
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 115
FAQ (How To?)
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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
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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
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Outlet
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Overheating, Engine..........86
Paint Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108
Panic Alarm...............10
Phone (Uconnect®)..........62
Placard, Tire and Loading
Information.............115
PowerInverter...............74Outlet (Auxiliary ElectricalOutlet) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75Seats................20Power Steering Fluid.........107Power Sunroof.............34Power Transfer Unit..........107Preparation for Jacking........88Programmable Electronic Features . .69
Radio Operation.....39,41,44,49Rain Sensitive Wiper System.....27Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Rear ParkSense System........30Rear Seat, Folding . . . . . . . . . . .22Rear Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . .27Refrigerant...............108Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)Arm The Alarm...........12Disarm The Alarm.........12Lock The Doors...........10Panic Alarm............10Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . . .10Unlock The Doors.........10Remote StartingHow To Use Remote Start.....11Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Remote Starting System.....11Remote Starting System........11Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . .118Reporting Safety Defects.......120Restraint, Head.............19Roll Over Warning . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Satellite Radio(Uconnect®studios) . . .40, 42, 45Schedule, Maintenance.......108Seat Belt Maintenance . . . . . . . .108
Seat Belts
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.....13
Pretensioners...........13
Reminder..............83
Seats...................20
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Heated...............23
Height Adjustment........21
Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Rear Folding . . . . . . . . . . . .22Security Alarm.............85Arm The System..........12Disarm The System........12Security Alarm...........12Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . .106Shift Lever Override..........97Signals, Turn............27,84SIRIUS Travel Link...........57Spare Tire . . . . . . . . .87,116, 117Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106Speed ControlAccel/Decel............29Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Resume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28StartingRemote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11SteeringTi l t C o l u m n . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4Steering Wheel Audio Controls....61Supplemental Restraint System -Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint....17Tilt Steering Column..........24Tires...................87Air Pressure...........115Changing..............87Compact Spare..........116Jacking...............87Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . .87Touchscreen RadioAudio Settings...........48Cleaning Your TouchscreenRadio................54To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 8Disabled Vehicle..........98
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