automatic transmission JEEP COMPASS 2016 1.G Owner's Manual

4. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON/RUN position, but do not start theengine.
5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
6. Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access port, and push and hold the override release lever forward.
7. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.
8. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
9. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
towing service.
Towing
Condition Wheels OFF
the Ground Manual
Transmission 6-Speed
Automatic
(FWD Only) 6-Speed Au-
tomatic 4WD CVT Auto-
matic Trans- mission
Flat Tow NONE • Trans-
mission
in NEU-
TRAL
• Key in
ACC or
ON/RUN
position If transmis-
sion is oper- able:
• Trans- mission
in NEU-
TRAL
• 25 mph
(40 km/h)
max
speed
• 15 miles
(24 km)
max dis-
tance If transmis-
sion is oper- able:
• Trans- mission
in NEU-
TRAL
• 25 mph
(40 km/h)
max
speed
• 15 miles
(24 km)
max dis-
tance NOT AL-
LOWED
Wheel Lift
or Dolly Tow Rear
NOT AL-
LOWED NOT AL-
LOWED NOT AL-
LOWED
Front FWD Models
ONLY OKNOT AL-
LOWED FWD Models
ONLY
Flatbed ALLBEST
METHOD BEST
METHOD BEST
METHOD BEST
METHOD
Refer to” Towing A Disabled Vehicle” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further
information.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a
rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE (with
automatic transmission) or 2nd gear and REVERSE (with manual transmission),
while gently pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount of accelerator pedal
pressure that will maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, or racing
the engine.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating
and failure. Allow the engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at least
one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize overheating
and reduce the risk of clutch or transmission failure during prolonged efforts to
free a stuck vehicle.
NOTE:
Push the "ESC Off" switch, to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in
"Partial Off" mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control” in
“Starting And Operating” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
Once the vehicle has been freed, push the "ESC Off" switch again to restore "ESC On"
mode.
CAUTION!
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission
overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds
may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and
injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h)
or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck
and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic AdditiveTechnology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and
may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine
coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive
Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible”
coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into
the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained,
flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products.
Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be
compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze)
is not recommended.
Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If
Equipped Use only MOPAR CVTF+4 Continuously
Variable Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your trans-
mission.
Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) — If
Equipped Use only MOPAR SP-IV M Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use
the correct fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear &
Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend you use MOPAR Gear &
Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR DOT 3,
SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE
J1703 brake fluid is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR Power
Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR ATF+4 Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
115

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 Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, boot seals. tie rod ends, and replace
if necessary. XXX X X X X
Inspect brake linings, replace if necessary. Check park brake
function, adjust if necessary. XXX X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter. X X X X X
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs** X X X X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. XX
Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid. X X
Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid. X X
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. (CVT only) XX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. (CVT only) X
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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
Change the automatic transmission fluid (six-speed only) if you
frequently drive: on rough or unpaved roads, on mountain
roads, on short trips, in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or
if you use the vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer
towing. XX
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police,
delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation
or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained high speeds
during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX X
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the
right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and
performance. This could cause an accident.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
119

Adding Engine Coolant(Antifreeze) .............116
Adding Washer Fluid .........116
Adjust Down .................24
Forward ...............24
Rearward ..............24
Up ..................24
Air Bag AdvancedFrontAirBag ......14
AdvanceFrontAirBag ......14
AirBagComponents ........14
AirBags ...............14
AirBagWarningLight.....14,17
Enhanced Accident
Response ...........16,108
Event Data Recorder (EDR). .17, 108
FrontAirBag ............14
Rollover ...............14
SideAirBags ............15
SideImpacts ............14
AirBagLight............17,87
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ...........116
Air Conditioner Maintenance ....116
Air Conditioning ............39
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .....116
Air Conditioning System .......116
Air Recirculation ..........38,39
Alarm Arm The System ..........12
Disarm The System ........12
Vehicle Security Alarm ......12
Alarm, Panic ..............10
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......12,92
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . .114, 116 Capacities ............114
Disposal ..............116
Anti-Lock Warning Light ........87
Appearance Care ...........116
Assistance Towing ...........87
Audio Jack ........45,48,51,57
Audio Settings ........45,47,50
Audio Systems (Radio) .........44
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC).................39
Automatic Transmission ........38
FluidType ............115 Overheating
............93
AxleFluid...............115
Back-Up Camera ............37
Battery .................116
Bluetooth Connecting To A Particular Mobile
Phone Or Audio Device After
Pairing ................70
Body Mechanism Lubrication ....116
BrakeFluid ..............115
Brakes.................116
Brake System .............116
Master Cylinder .........116
Warning Light ...........89
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ................29
Bulb Replacement ..........126
Bulbs,Light..............126
Calibration, Compass .........76
Canada.................128
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............114
Capacities, Fluid ...........114
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ............116
CarWashes ..............116
CD (Compact Disc) Player .........45,48,51,56
Change Oil Indicator ..........92
ChangingAFlatTire..........94
Charging System Light .........87
Child Restraint .............18
Child Restraints ............18
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ..............18
Child Seat Installation .........18
Cleaning Wheels ..............116
Windshield Wiper Blades ....116
Climate

Control .............38
Clock Setting .......44,47,50,53
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . . .87
Brake Warning Light ........89
Charging System Light ......87
INDEX
132

ReplacementBulbs..........126
Reporting Safety Defects.......128
Restraint, Head .............22
RollOverWarning ............4
Satellite Radio (Uconnect Studios) ..........46,48,51
Schedule, Maintenance .......116
Seat Belt Seat Belt Pretensioner ......13
SeatBeltMaintenance........116
Seat Belts ................13
AdjustableShoulderBelt .....13
Pretensioners ...........13
Reminder ..............91
Seats................23,24 Adjustment ..........24,25
Heated ...............27
Lumbar Support ..........26
RearFolding ............26
RearFolding(Sedan) .......26
Seatback Release .........26
Tilting ................26
Security Alarm .............92
Arm The System ..........12
Disarm The System ........12
Security Alarm ...........12
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) . .114
Shift Lever Override .........105
Signals, Turn ..............91
SIRIUSTravelLink...........64
Spare Tire .........94, 124, 125
Spark Plugs ..............114
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............36
Cancel ...............35
Resume ...............35
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ....34
Starting Remote ...............11
Steering TiltColumn .............28
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ....68Stuck, Freeing
.............107
SunRoof ................40
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag..................14
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ....20
Tilt Down .................24
Up ..................24
Tilt Steering Column ..........28
Tires ............... 123, 124
Air Pressure ...........123
Changing ..............94
Compact Spare ..........124
General Information ....123, 124
Jacking ...............94
SpareTire .......94, 124, 125
Touchscreen Radio Audio Settings ...........54
Cleaning Your Touchscreen
Radio ................60
Towing..................85 Disabled Vehicle .........106
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ..............86
Trailer Towing Trailer And Tongue Weight ....85
T

railer Weight ..............85
Transmission Automatic .............38
Fluid ............ 115, 116
Maintenance ...........116
TurnSignals............31,91
Uconnect Voice Command ......72
Using The Top Tether Anchorage . . .21
Vehicle Security Alarm Disarming . .12
Voice Command ............72
Voice Prompt Volume Navigation ..............61
Volume Navigation Voice Prompt .....61
INDEX
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