battery replacement JEEP COMPASS 2016 1.G Owners Manual

▫To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ............22
▫ 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
▫ Remote Start Abort Message On Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped .....27
▫ To Enter Remote Start ...................28 ▫
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ..............................29
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle ..............................29
▫ General Information ....................29
 DOOR LOCKS .........................30
▫ Manual Door Locks .....................30
▫ Power Door Locks .....................31
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors ..........................34
 POWER WINDOWS — IF EQUIPPED ........36
▫ Power Window Switches .................36
▫ Auto-Down ..........................37
▫ Window Lockout Switch .................38
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:When you turn off the Panic Alarm by pushing
the PANIC button a second time, you may have to move
closer to the vehicle due to the radio frequency noises of
the system.
Programming Additional Transmitters
Refer to “Sentry Key” in “Things To Know Before Start-
ing” for further information.
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.
Separating Case Halves
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25

(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:
1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color).
2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in therecessed area under the sealant bottle.
3. Push the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and dispose
of it accordingly.
4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit housing.
5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in
the front of the housing. Push the bottle into the
housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the
bottle is locked into place. 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end
of the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to its
storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump).
7. Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage location in the vehicle.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in
another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly
so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and
precautions.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 477

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L ..........491
 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ..........492
 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .493
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ............493
 EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS ......................... .494
 REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................495
 DEALER SERVICE ..................... .496
 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ...........496
▫ Engine Oil ......................... .497▫
Engine Oil Filter ..................... .500
▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ................500
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery ...............501
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance .............502
▫ Body Lubrication .....................504
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ...............505
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................505
▫ Exhaust System ..................... .506
▫ Cooling System ..................... .509
▫ Brake System ....................... .514
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3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things willhappen:
• 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 is not readyand you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off
position or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is readyand you can proceed
to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not 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 is
now 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 maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.7
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 495

Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom-
mended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
• The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501

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 Lamp T578
Center Dome Lamp T578
Rear Cargo Lamp/Flashlight 8–A35LFAA
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 535

Capacities........................... .538
Disposal ............................. .513
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................377
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................240
Appearance Care ........................ .522
Assistance Towing ........................ .126
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .380
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................108
Automatic Door Locks ....................32, 33
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........323
Automatic Transaxle ........................12
Fluid Level Check ...................... .520
Automatic Transmission ...........343, 345, 517, 519
Autostick ............................ .357
Fluid And Filter Changes ..............518, 520
Fluid Level Check ...................... .518
Fluid Type .....................517, 519, 541
Gear Ranges ...................... .346, 353
Special Additives ....................517, 519 Autostick
........................... .357, 359
Axle Fluid ............................. .541
Battery ............................ .231, 501
Charging System Light ...................231
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........25
Belts, Seat ...............................99
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................504
B-Pillar Location ......................... .397
Brake Assist System ...................... .379
Brake Fluid ............................ .541
Brake, Parking .......................... .373
Brakes ................................ .375
Brake System ........................ .375, 514
Master Cylinder ....................... .515
Parking ............................. .373
Warning Light ........................ .226
Brake/T

ransmission Interlock .................345
Bulb Replacement ..................... .535, 53610
INDEX 567