fuel cap JEEP COMPASS 2016 1.G User Guide

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide excellent
performance and fuel economy, as well as engine emis-
sions well within current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light” (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
• If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose or
improperly installed. A “gASCAP” message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
a “clicking” sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Push the trip odometer
RESET button to turn off the message. If the problem
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CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.0L, 2.4L
Engine
MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil approved to FCA US
Material Standard MS-6395 such as Pennzoil, Shell Helix
or equivalent is recommended for all operating tempera-
tures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting
and vehicle fuel economy.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in this section.Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom-
mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom-
mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes
are followed.
Synthetic engine oils which do not have both the engine
oil certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
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License Lamps
1. Use a screw driver to gently pry against the side of thesnap tab to remove the lamp from the liftgate.
2. Rotate the socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull bulb from socket.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
This light is an LED assembly. See your authorized dealer
for replacement.
FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 13.6 Gallons51 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
2.0L and 2.4L Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 4.5 Quarts4.26 Liters
Cooling System *
2.0L and 2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine
Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) 7.2 Quarts
6.8 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR,
Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE
grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR Engine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol.
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Bulbs, Light......................... .101, 535
Calibration, Compass ..................... .259
Camera, Rear ........................... .179
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........538
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .538
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .430
Oil (Engine) ....................491, 492, 499
Power Steering ........................ .372
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................512
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................98, 430
Cargo Area Cover ........................ .203
Cargo Area Features ...................... .203
Cargo Compartment ...................... .203
Light ............................... .203
Luggage Carrier ....................... .209
Cargo Light ............................ .203
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .205Cargo Tie-Downs
........................ .205
Car Washes ............................ .523
Cellular Phone ...........................112
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............538
Chains, Tire ............................ .414
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .456
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .392
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .494
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............97
Checks, Safety ............................97
Child Restraint ............................75
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................80
Child Restraints .........................75
Child Seat Installation .....................93
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........89
Infants And Child Restraints ................78
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....88
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Emergency, In Case OfJacking .............................. .456
Jump Starting ......................... .477
Towing ............................. .484
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........494
Engine ............................. .491, 492
Air Cleaner .......................... .500
Block Heater ......................... .340
Break-In Recommendations .................96
Checking Oil Level ..................... .497
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................509, 539
Cooling ............................. .509
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................98, 430
Fuel Requirements ..................... .426
Jump Starting ......................... .477
Oil .......................... .497, 538, 539
Oil Filler Cap ...................491, 492, 499
Oil Filter ............................ .500
Oil Selection .......................... .498Oil Synthetic
......................... .499
Overheating .......................... .453
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............71
Ethanol ............................... .427
Event Data Recorder ........................74
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................98, 430
Exhaust System ....................... .98, 506
Exterior Lights .......................... .101
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .500
Air Conditioning ....................330, 503
Engine Oil ........................ .500, 539
Engine Oil Disposal .....................500
Flashers Hazard Warning ....................... .453
Turn Signal .....................101, 244, 537
Flooded Engine Starting ....................339
Fluid, Brake ............................ .541
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Fluid Capacities......................... .538
Fluid Leaks ............................ .101
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transaxle .....................520
Automatic Transmission ..................518
Cooling System ........................ .509
Power Steering ........................ .372
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ...........539
Fog Lights .......................... .166, 537
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .160
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) ...................160
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................453
Four Wheel Drive ..................... .241, 361
Systems ............................. .361
Four Wheel Drive Operation .................361
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................482
Fuel .................................. .426
Adding ............................. .430
Additives ............................ .428Capacity
............................ .538
Clean Air ............................ .426
Ethanol ............................. .427
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....................430
Gasoline ............................. .426
Gauge .............................. .241
Materials Added ....................... .428
Methanol ............................ .427
Octane Rating ..................... .426, 539
Requirements ......................... .426
Tank Capacity ......................... .538
Fueling ............................... .430
Fuses ................................. .529
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..........181, 188
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .............430, 432, 493
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .426
Gasoline

(Fuel) ....................... .426, 538
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................426
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