tow bar JEEP COMPASS 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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Front Defrost Button
Press and release the touchscreen button, or push and release the button on the faceplate, to change the current
airflow setting to Defrost mode. The Front Defrost indicator illuminates when Front Defrost is on. Air comes from
the windshield and side window demist outlets. When the defrost button is selected, the blower level may increase.
Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and
defogging.
When toggling the front defrost mode button, the climate system will return to the previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Press and release the button on the touchscreen, or push and release the button on the faceplate, to turn on the
rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). The Rear Defrost indicator illuminates when
the read window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 10 minutes.
Driver and Passenger Temperature Up and Down Buttons
Provides the driver and passenger with independent temperature control. Push the red button on the faceplate or
touchscreen or press and slide the temperature bar towards the red arrow button on the touchscreen for warmer
temperature settings. Push the blue button on the faceplate or touchscreen or press and slide the temperature bar
towards the blue arrow button on the touchscreen for cooler temperature settings.
SYNC Button
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to toggle the Sync feature on/off. The SYNC indicator illuminates when
SYNC is on. SYNC synchronizes the passenger temperature setting with the driver temperature setting. Changing
the passenger temperature setting while in SYNC will automatically exit this feature.
NOTE:
The SYNC button is only available on the touchscreen.
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Do not add additives or other fluids to
AdBlue® (UREA), doing so could damage
the system.
The use of non-conforming or degraded
AdBlue® (UREA) may lead to indications
appearing on the instrument panel display
refer to “Warning Lights And Messages" in
the “Getting To Know Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
Never pour AdBlue® (UREA) into another
container: it could be contaminated.
If the AdBlue® (UREA) runs out, see refer
to “Warning Lights And Messages" in the
“Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel”
for further information to continue using
the car normally.
VEHICLE LOADING
Certification Label
As required by local traffic regulations, your
vehicle has a certification label affixed to the
driver's side door or pillar.
Refer to “Tire Safety” in “Servicing And
Maintenance” for further informationThis label contains the month and year of
manufacture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
front and rear, and Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). A Month-Day-Hour (MDH)
number is included on this label and indi
-
cates the Month, Day and Hour of manufac -
ture. The bar code that appears on the
bottom of the label is your VIN.
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 load
must be limited so that you do not exceed
the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle
Certification Label” in “Starting And Oper -
ating” 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 Oper -
ating” for further information.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the
maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous
driving condition can result if either rating
is exceeded. You could lose control of the
vehicle and have a collision.
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Tongue Weight (TW)
The tongue weight is the downward force
exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. You
must consider this as part of the load on your
vehicle.
Trailer Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height
multiplied by the maximum width of the
front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control
The trailer sway control can be a mechanical
telescoping link that can be installed
between the hitch receiver and the trailer
tongue that typically provides adjustable fric-
tion associated with the telescoping motion
to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying
motions while traveling.
If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway
Control (TSC) recognizes a swaying trailer
and automatically applies individual wheel
brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer
tongue weight, just as if it were luggage
located at a hitch ball or some other
connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds
of hitches are the most popular on the
market today and they are commonly used to
tow small and medium sized trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing system works by
applying leverage through spring (load) bars.
They are typically used for heavier loads to
distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow
vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s).
When used in accordance with the manufac -
turer's directions, it provides for a more level
ride, offering more consistent steering and
brake control thereby enhancing towing
safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic
sway control also dampens sway caused by
traffic and crosswinds and contributes posi -
tively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing
(load equalizing) hitch are recommended for
heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be
required depending on vehicle and trailer
configuration/loading to comply with Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements.
WARNING!
An improperly adjusted Weight Distrib
-
uting Hitch system may reduce
handling, stability, braking performance,
and could result in a collision.
Weight Distributing Systems may not be
compatible with Surge Brake Couplers.
Consult with your hitch and trailer manu -
facturer or a reputable Recreational
Vehicle dealer for additional informa-
tion.
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Recreational Towing — 4X4 Models
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on
the ground, or using a towing dolly) is NOT
ALLOWED. This vehicle may be towed on
flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four
wheels are OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing with the front wheels on the
ground will cause severe transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing
is not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is
released, and remains released, while
being towed.
Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on
tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face
will be damaged.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels
on the ground can cause severe
transmission and/or power transfer unit
damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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Rear Cargo Fuse/Relay Distribution Unit
To access the fuses, remove the access door
from the left rear panel of the rear cargo area.Rear Cargo Fuse Panel Access Door To Remove fuse cover, press on tabs and lift
upwards.
Rear Cargo Fuse Panel Cover The fuses may be contained in two units.
Fuse holder No. 1 is located closest to the
rear of the vehicle and fuse holder No. 2 (if
equipped with trailer towing) is located
closest to the front of the vehicle.
NOTE:
Fuses for safety systems (marked with *)
must be serviced by an authorized dealer.
F53
7.5 Amp Brown Keyless Ignition Node Module, Electric Park Brake, RF Hub, Cluster (*)
F94 15 Amp Blue Lumbar Adjust Driver Seat, Power Outlets
CavityBlade Fuse Description
Fuse Holder No. 1
CavityMini Fuse Description
F130 Amp Green Power Inverter (*)
F2 30 Amp Green Memory Seat
F3 20 Amp Yellow Sun Roof – If Equipped
F4 30 Amp Green Power Seat (Passenger Side)
F5 30 Amp Green Power Seat (Driver Side)
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is
required to prevent damage to your vehicle.
Use only tow bars and other equipment
designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of
safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar
or other towing devices to main structural
members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws
regarding vehicles under tow must be
observed.
NOTE:
You must ensure that the Auto Park Brake
feature is disabled before towing this
vehicle to avoid inadvertent Electric Park
Brake engagement. The Auto Park Brake
feature is enabled or disabled via the
customer programmable features in the
Uconnect Settings.
Vehicles with a discharged battery, or total
electrical failure when the Electric Park
Brake (EPB) is engaged, will need a wheel
dolly or jack to raise the rear wheels off the
ground when moving the vehicle onto a
flatbed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers,
defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the igni -
tion must be in the ON/RUN mode.
NOTE:
The Safehold feature will engage the Electric
Park Brake whenever the driver's door is
opened (if the battery is connected, ignition
is ON, transmission is not in PARK, and
brake pedal is released). If you are towing
this vehicle with the ignition in the ON/RUN
mode, you must manually disable the Elec -tric Park Brake each time the driver's door is
opened by pressing the brake pedal and then
releasing the EPB.
If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, refer to
“Gear Selector Override” in this section for
instructions on shifting the automatic trans
-
mission out of PARK so that the vehicle can
be moved.
Towing Condition
Wheels OFF The Ground FWD MODELS4X4 MODELS
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Rear
NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Front OKNOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALLBEST METHOD ONLY METHOD
CAUTION!
Do not use sling-type equipment when
towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear
suspension components. Damage to your
vehicle may result from improper towing.
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Without The Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle
is towed with the ignition in the LOCK/OFF
mode. The only approved method of towing
without the key fob is with a flatbed truck.
Proper towing equipment is necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models — With
Key Fob
The manufacturer recommends towing your
vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground
using a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, this
vehicle must be towed with the front wheels
OFF the ground (using a towing dolly, or
wheel lift equipment with the front wheels
raised). Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is
released, and remains released, while being
towed. The Electric Park Brake does not
need to be released if all four wheels are off
the ground.
4x4 Models
The manufacturer requires towing with all
four wheels
OFF the ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle
on a flatbed, or with one end of the vehicle
raised and the opposite end on a towing
dolly.
Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is
released, and remains released, while
being towed.
Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on
tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face
bar will be damaged.
CAUTION! (Continued)
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe
engine and/or transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
CAUTION!
Front or rear wheel lifts must not be used
(if the remaining wheels are on the
ground). Internal damage to the trans-
mission or transfer case will occur if a
front or rear wheel lift is used when
towing.
Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or transfer case
damage. Damage from improper towing
is not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Proper towing or lifting equipment is
required to prevent damage to your
vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose,
following equipment manufacturer's
instructions.
Use of safety chains in mandatory.
Attach a tow bar or other towing devices
to main structural members of the
vehicle, not to bumpers or associated
brackets.
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Tow Eye Usage PrecautionsTow Eye Warning Label
Tow Eye Installation
Front Tow Eye
The front tow eye receptacle is located
behind a door on the front bumper fascia.
To install the tow eye, open the door using
the vehicle key or a small screwdriver, and
thread the tow eye into the receptacle.
CAUTION!
The tow eye must only be used for road-
side emergencies. Use with an appro-
priate device in accordance with highway
code (a rigid bar) to maneuver the
vehicle in preparation for transport via a
tow truck.
The tow eye must not be used to move
the vehicle off the road or where there
are obstacles.
Do not use the tow eyes for tow truck
hookup or highway towing.
Do not use the tow eye to free a stuck
vehicle. Refer to the “Freeing A Stuck
Vehicle” section for further information.
Please refer to the “Towing A Disabled
Vehicle” section for detailed
instructions. Damage to your vehicle
may occur if these guidelines are not
followed.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with
tow eyes.
Do not use a chain with a tow eye. Chains
may break, causing serious injury or
death.
Do not use a tow strap with a tow eye.
Tow straps may break or become disen -
gaged, causing serious injury or death.
Failure to follow proper tow eye usage
may cause components to break
resulting in serious injury or death.
The brake and steering power assist
systems will not function while the
vehicle is being towed. You will, there-
fore, need to apply more force on the
brake pedal and steering wheel. Do not
use flexible ropes when towing, and
avoid jerky movements. Do not start the
engine while towing the car. Before
tightening the ring, clean the threaded
housing thoroughly. Make sure that the
ring is fully screwed into the housing
before towing the car.
WARNING! (Continued)
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