towing capacity JEEP COMPASS 2018 Owner handbook (in English)

5. Push on the outer edge to open the Fuel
Door.
TRAILER TOWING
Common Towing Definitions
The following trailer towing related defini-
tions will assist you in understanding the
following information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of
your vehicle. This includes driver, passen-
gers, cargo and tongue weight. The total loadmust be limited so that you do not exceed the
GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle
Certification Label” in “Starting And Operat-
ing” for further information.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the
weight of all cargo, consumables and equip-
ment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or
on the trailer in its "loaded and ready for
operation" condition.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to
put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle
scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be
supported by the scale.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the
front and rear axles. Distribute the load over
the front and rear axles evenly. Make sure
that you do not exceed either front or rear
GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle
Certification Label” in “Starting And Operat-
ing” for further information.
Fuel Filler Door
Filler Pipe
179

Car Washes..................248
Chains, Tire..................244
Changing A Flat Tire.........199, 237
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)..............72
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety. . . .136
Checks, Safety................136
Child Safety Locks..............25
Cleaning
Wheels..................247
Windshield Wiper Blades.......235
Climate Control................40
Manual...................40
Clock.....................266
Clock Setting.................266
Compact Spare Tire.............243
Computer, Trip/Travel.............61
Cooling System...............235
Coolant Capacity............258
Coolant Level..............236
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze)............258, 259
Corrosion Protection............247
Cruise Light.............69, 70, 71
Customer Assistance............316
Customer Programmable Features. . . .290Daytime Running Lights........34, 35
Dealer Service................234
Defroster, Windshield............137
Diagnostic System, Onboard........71
Diesel Fuel..................257
Diesel Fuel Requirements.........257
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.......34, 35
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)...............233
Disabled Vehicle Towing..........216
Disturb.................302, 311
Door Ajar.................62, 63
Door Ajar Light..............62, 63
Driver's Seat Back Tilt............25
Electrical
Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet).56
Electric Parking Brake...........145
Electronic Brake Control System......77
Anti-Lock Brake System........76
Traction Control System........77
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control)..................162
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).....79
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light.63
Emergency, In Case Of
Hazard Warning Flasher........186
Jacking..............199, 237Jump Starting..............211
Overheating...............214
Tow Hooks................218
Towing..................216
Emission Control System Maintenance . .72
Engine.....................230
Checking Oil Level...........233
Coolant (Antifreeze)..........259
Cooling..................235
Exhaust Gas Caution.......136, 257
Jump Starting..............211
Oil .................258, 259
Oil Filler Cap..............230
Oil Selection..............258
Overheating...............214
Starting.................141
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .220
Exhaust Gas Caution.........136, 257
Exhaust System...............136
Exterior Lighting...............34
Exterior Lights.............34, 138
Filters
Air Conditioning..........47, 235
Engine Oil................259
Flashers
Hazard Warning.............186
INDEX
334

Capacity.................258
Checking.................233
Dipstick.................233
Filter...................259
Pressure Warning Light.........63
Recommendation............258
Viscosity.................258
Oil Pressure Light...............63
Onboard Diagnostic System.........71
Operating Precautions............71
Outside Rearview Mirrors..........34
Overheating, Engine............214
Paddle Shifters...............155
Paint Care..................247
Parking Brake................145
ParkSense Active Park Assist.......172
ParkSense System, Front And Rear . . .169
ParkSense System, Rear......167, 169
Passenger Air Bag Disable OFF......109
Passenger Air Bag Disable ON......109
Pets......................135
Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect)......295
Phone (Pairing)...............298
Phone (Uconnect)..............295
Power
Glass Sunroof...............50Inverter..................58
Lift Gate..................54
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . .56
Windows..................48
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts.....105
Preparation For Jacking..........200
Radial Ply Tires...............239
Radio
Presets...........267, 273, 281
Radio Operation...............267
Radio Screens.............271, 279
Radio (Sound Systems)..........267
Rain Sensitive Wiper System.....37, 38
Rear Camera.................176
Rear Cross Path................
87
Rear ParkSense System . . .167, 169, 176
Rear Seat, Folding............25, 29
Rear Wiper/Washer............37, 39
Recreational Towing.............183
Release, Hood.................53
Reminder, Lights On.............34
Reminder, Seat Belt.............98
Remote Control
Starting System.............17
Remote Keyless Entry............13
Arm The Alarm..............20Disarm The Alarm.............20
Programming Additional Key Fobs . . .19
Remote Starting
Exit Remote Start Mode........18
Remote Starting System...........17
Replacement Keys............14, 19
Replacement Tires.............241
Restraint, Head................30
Roll Over Warning................2
Rotation, Tires................245
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle.......137
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle......138
Safety, Exhaust Gas.............136
Safety Tips..................136
Schedule, Maintenance..........222
Seat Belt
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchor-
age ....................102
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.....101
Lap/Shoulder Belts............99
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting.....101
Pregnant Women............105
Seat Belt Reminder............98
Seat Belt Maintenance...........250
Seat Belt Reminder..............98
Seat Belts................98, 137
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