steering JEEP COMPASS 2023 User Guide

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL77
PREMIUM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
D
ESCRIPTIONS

1. Temperature Gauge

The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within the
normal range indicates that the engine
cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The pointer will likely indicate a higher
temperature when driving in hot weather,
up mountain grades, or when towing a
trailer. It should not be allowed to exceed
the upper limits of the normal operating
range. 2. Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points to
the side of the vehicle where the
fuel door is located.
NOTE:The Instrument Cluster Warning Indicators will illu -
minate briefly for a bulb check when the ignition is
first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle may be equipped with an instrument
cluster display, which offers useful information to
the driver. With the ignition in the OFF mode,
opening/closing of a door will activate the display
for viewing, and display the total miles, or
kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument
cluster display is designed to display important
information about your vehicle’s systems and
features. Using the driver interactive display
located on the instrument panel, your instrument
cluster display can show you how systems are
working and give you warnings when they aren’t.
The steering wheel mounted controls allow you to
scroll through and enter the main menus and
submenus. You can access the specific
information you want and make selections and
adjustments.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. It is recommended to call an authorized
dealer for service if your vehicle overheats
Ú page 279.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads “H”, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the
vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
the pointer drops back into the normal range. If
the pointer remains on the “H”, turn the engine
off immediately and call an authorized dealer for
service.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
L
OCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features a driver
interactive display that is located in the instrument
cluster.
NOTE:Depending on your vehicle trim, your instrument
cluster display may vary.

Instrument Cluster Display Location and Controls
The systems allow the driver to select information
by pushing the following buttons mounted on the
steering wheel:

Premium Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons

Up Arrow Button
Push and release the up arrow button to
scroll upward through the main menu and
submenus.
OK Button
Push the OK button to access/select the infor -
mation screens or submenu screens of a main
menu item. Push and hold the OK button for one
second to reset displayed/selected features
that can be reset.
Menu Button — If Equipped
Push the Menu button to access/select the
information screens or submenu screens of
the Home Screen display. Push and hold the
OK button to enter edit mode.
Left Arrow Button
Push and release the left arrow button to
access the information screens or submenu
screens of a main menu item.
Down Arrow Button
Push and release the down arrow button to
scroll downward through the main menu and
submenus.
Right Arrow Button
Push and release the right arrow button to
access the information screens or submenu
screens of a main menu item.
1 – Instrument Cluster Display Screen
2 – Instrument Cluster Display Controls
1 — Up Arrow Button
2 — OK Button
3 — Menu Button
4 — Left Arrow Button
5 — Down Arrow Button
6 — Right Arrow Button

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DISPLAY AND MESSAGES — IF EQUIPPED
Includes the following, but not limited to:
The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the white or yellow telltales area on the left, and the green or red telltales area on the right.Front Seat Belts Unbuckled
Driver Seat Belt UnbuckledPassenger Seat Belt Unbuckled
Traction Control Off Washer Fluid LowOil Pressure Low
Oil Change Due Fuel LowService Anti-lock Brake System
Service Electronic Throttle Control Service Power SteeringCruise Off
Cruise Ready ACC OverrideCruise Set To XXX mph or km/h
Cruise Set To XXX km/h Tire Pressure Screen With Low Tire(s)Service Tire Pressure System
Park Brake Engaged Brake Fluid LowEngine Temperature Hot
Lights On Right Front Turn Signal Light OutRight Rear Turn Signal Light Out
Left Front Turn Signal Light Out Left Rear Turn Signal Light OutIgnition or Accessory On
Vehicle Not In Park Remote Start Active Push Start ButtonRemote Start Canceled Fuel Low
Remote Start Canceled Door Open Remote Start Canceled Hood OpenRemote Start Canceled Liftgate Open
Remote Start Canceled Time Expired Remote Start Disabled Start To ResetService Air Bag System
Service Air Bag Warning Light Door OpenDoors Open
Liftgate Open Hood OpenShift Not Allowed
Vehicle Speed Too High To Shift to D Vehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to RVehicle Speed is Too High to Shift to P
Service Transmission Service Shifter
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VEHICLE INFO (CUSTOMER INFORMATION
FEATURES)
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Vehicle Info Menu item is displayed
in the instrument cluster display. Push and release
the left or right arrow button to cycle through
the Vehicle Info submenus and follow the prompts
on each screen as needed.

1. Tire Pressure

If tire pressure is OK for all tires a vehicle
ICON is displayed with tire pressure values
in each corner of the ICON.
If one or more tires have low pressure,
“Inflate Tire To XX” is displayed with the
vehicle ICON and the tire pressure values in
each corner of the ICON with the pressure
value of the low tire displayed in a different
color than the other tire pressure value.
If the Tire Pressure system requires service,
“Service Tire Pressure System” is displayed.
Tire PSI is an information only function and
cannot be reset Ú page 201.
2. Coolant Temperature
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
3. Transmission Temperature — Automatic Transmission Only
Displays the actual transmission tempera -
ture.
4. Oil Temperature
Displays the level of oil temperature.
5. Battery Voltage
Displays the actual battery voltage.
6. Clutch Message — If Equipped
“Drive in First Gear” message will be shown
in manual transmission vehicle during initial
launch and any time the vehicle speed fluc -
tuates below 5mph (8 km/h).
DRIVER ASSIST
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Driver Assist menu title is
highlighted in the instrument cluster display.
The instrument cluster display displays the current
ACC system settings. The information displayed
depends on ACC system status. Push the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ON/OFF
button (located on the steering wheel) until one of
the following displays in the instrument cluster
display:
Adaptive Cruise Control Off
When ACC is deactivated, the display will read
“Adaptive Cruise Control Off.”
Adaptive Cruise Control Ready
When ACC is activated but the vehicle speed
setting has not been selected, the display will read
“Adaptive Cruise Control Ready.”
Push and release the SET + or the SET- button
(located on the steering wheel) and the following
will display in the instrument cluster display:
ACC SET
When ACC is set, the set speed will display in the
instrument cluster.
The ACC screen may display once again if any ACC
activity occurs, which may include any of the
following:
Distance Setting Change
System Cancel
Driver Override
System Off
ACC Proximity Warning
ACC Unavailable Warning
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NOTE:The instrument cluster display will return to the last
display selected after five seconds of no ACC
display activity Úpage 118.
The instrument cluster display displays the current
Active Lane Management system settings. The
information displayed depends on Active Lane
Management system status and the conditions
that need to be met Ú page 145.
FUEL ECONOMY
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Fuel Economy menu title is
displayed in the instrument cluster display. Push
and hold the OK button to reset average fuel
economy feature.
Range – The display shows the estimated
distance (mi or km) that can be traveled with the
fuel remaining in the tank. When the Range
value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated
driving distance, the Range display will change
to a “LOW FUEL” message. Adding a significant
amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the
“LOW FUEL” message and a new Range value
will display. Range cannot be reset through the
OK button.
NOTE:Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable
distance of the vehicle, regardless of the Range
displayed value.
Average – The display shows the average fuel
economy (MPG, or L/100 km, or km/L) since
the last reset.
Current – This display shows the current fuel
economy (MPG, or L/100 km, or km/L) while
driving.
TRIP INFO
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Trip menu title is displayed in the
instrument cluster display. Toggle the left or
right arrow button to select Trip A or Trip B. The
Trip information will display the following:
Distance – Shows the total distance (mi or km)
traveled for Trip A or Trip B since the last reset.
Average Fuel Economy – Shows the average
fuel economy (MPG or L/100 km or km/L) of
Trip A or Trip B since the last reset.
Elapsed Time – Shows the total elapsed time of
travel since Trip A or Trip B has been reset.
Hold the OK button to reset feature information.
NAVIGATION — IF EQUIPPED
Push and release the left or right arrow
button until the Navigation display icon/title is
highlighted in the instrument cluster display. Start
Route will display when no active route is set.
Cancel Route will display when an active route
is set.
OFF ROAD — IF EQUIPPED
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Off Road Menu icon/title is
highlighted. Push the left or right arrow
button to scroll the submenus.
Terrain Status
Selec-Terrain Status
Air Suspension Status
Vehicle Dynamics
Wheel Articulation
Transfer Case Status
Steering Angle
Sway Bar Status
Axle Lock Status
Pitch And Roll
Vehicle Pitch
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VEHICLE SETTINGS — IF EQUIPPED
Push and release the up or down arrow
button until the Vehicle Setup Menu item is
displayed in the instrument cluster display. This
menu item allows you to change the settings for
the following:
Display
Navigation Repetition
Security
Passenger Airbag
Seat Belt Reminder
Safety and Assistance
Speed Warning
Hill Start Assist
NOTE:Most vehicle settings will be moved into the radio
if a touchscreen radio is present Ú page 165.
Display
By selecting Display, the following settings can be
selected:
Language: select the language in which to
display the information/warnings.
Phone Repetition: displays information relating
to the phone mode. Units
By selecting Units, the unit of measurement to use
for displaying various values can be set. Possible
options are:
US
Metric
Custom: allows individual changes of units for
temperature, distance, consumption, and tire
pressure.
Clock And Date
By selecting Clock and Date, the time and date can
be set. Possible options are:
Set Time: adjust hours/minutes
Set Format: adjust the time format “12h”
(12 hours) or “24h” (24 hours)
Set Date: adjust day/month/year
Security
Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD): a selection of
Passenger Air Bag Disable (ON/OFF) may be made
if a child restraint must be installed in the front
seat. Safety And Assistance
By selecting the item Safety and Assistance, the
following adjustments can be made:
ParkSense (If Equipped): a selection of the type
of information provided by ParkSense
Front ParkSense Volume (If Equipped): selec
-
tion of the volume of the beeps provided by the
front ParkSense
Rear ParkSense Volume (If Equipped): selection
of the volume of the beeps provided by the rear
ParkSense
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (If Equipped): a
selection of operating modes of the system
Forward Collision Warning Plus
FCW Sensitivity (If Equipped): a selection of the
“readiness” of intervention of the Forward Colli -
sion Warning Plus system, based on the
distance to the obstacle
Rain Sensing Wipers (If Equipped): enabling/
disabling the automatic operation of wipers in
the event of rain
Active Lane Management Force (If Equipped):
selection of the force to be applied to the
steering wheel to put the car in the roadway
through the system of electrical drive, in case of
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Drowsiness Detected Warning —
If Equipped
Driver drowsiness detection helps to
avoid crashes caused by fatigue by
advising drivers to take a break in time.
Once Drowsy Driver is detected, A pop-up
will display continuously until the driver presses
the OK button to clear.
Once the pop-up message is cleared, it is stored
until the condition is no longer true.
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault
Warning Light
This warning light will turn on when
there's a fault with the EPS system
Ú page 114.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate a problem with the ETC system.
If a problem is detected while the vehicle
is running, the light will either stay on or flash depending on the nature of the problem.
Cycle the ignition when the vehicle is safely and
completely stopped and the transmission is placed
in the PARK position. The light should turn off. If
the light remains on with the vehicle running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
NOTE:This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake
pedals are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is
running, immediate service is required and you
may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come on
when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position
and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light
does not come on during starting, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to warn
of an overheated engine condition. If the
engine coolant temperature is too high,
this light will illuminate and a single
chime will sound.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over
and stop the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning (A/C)
system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL (N) and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal,
turn the engine off immediately and call for service
Ú
page 261.
Hood Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
hood is left open and not fully closed.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime.
Liftgate Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
liftgate is open.
NOTE:If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime.
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate low engine oil pressure. If the
light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as
possible, and contact an authorized dealer.
A chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
corrected. This light does not indicate how much oil
is in the engine. The engine oil level must be
checked under the hood.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could
pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service
should be obtained as soon as possible.
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Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas
cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate the light
after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if
the light stays on through several typical driving
styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive
normally and will not require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to
alert serious conditions that could lead to
immediate loss of power or severe catalytic
converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced
by an authorized dealer as soon as possible if this
occurs.
Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to signal
a fault with the 4WD system. If the light
stays on or comes on during driving, it
means that the 4WD system is not
functioning properly and that service is required.
We recommend you drive to the nearest service
center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate a fault in the Forward Collision
Warning System. Contact an authorized
dealer for service Ú page 198.
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light —
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the
Stop/Start system is not functioning
properly and service is required. Contact
an authorized dealer for service.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Warning Light — If Equipped
The warning light switches on and a
message is displayed to indicate that the
tire pressure is lower than the
recommended value and/or that slow
pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal
tire duration and fuel consumption may not be
guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition
mentioned above, the display will show the
indications corresponding to each tire.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as
referenced above, can reach higher
temperatures than in normal operating
conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive
slowly or park over flammable substances such
as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could
result in death or serious injury to the driver,
occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the
vehicle control system. It also could affect fuel
economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing,
severe catalytic converter damage and power
loss will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.
CAUTION!
Do not continue driving with one or more flat
tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the
vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. If a
tire puncture occurs, repair immediately using
the dedicated tire repair kit and contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Active Drive Control — If Equipped
The Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is locked to ensure
immediate availability of torque to the rear drive
axles. This feature is selectable in AUTO mode and
automatic in the other driving mode. 4WD LOCK
can be enabled by the following ways:
When the 4WD LOCK button is pushed.
When the Selec-Terrain switch is moved from
AUTO to any other off-road modes.
Active Drive With Low Control — (Trailhawk models
only)
The 4WD LOW mode helps to improve the off-road
performance in all modes. To enable 4WD LOW,
please follow the steps below:
Enabling 4WD LOW
With the vehicle stationary, the ignition in the ON/
RUN position or with the engine running, shift the
transmission into NEUTRAL and push the 4WD
LOW button once. The instrument cluster will
display the message “4WD LOW” once the shift is
complete.
NOTE:
Both LOCK and LOW LED lights will blink and
then become active on the buttons until the
shift is complete.
The instrument cluster display will illuminate the
4WD LOW icon. Disabling 4WD LOW
To disable the 4WD LOW mode, the vehicle must
be stationary and the transmission shifted into
NEUTRAL. Push the 4WD LOW button once.
SELEC-TERRAIN — IF EQUIPPED
Selec-Terrain combines the capabilities of the
vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to
provide the best performance for all terrains.
MODE SELECTION GUIDE

Selec-Terrain Switch

AUTO
: This four-wheel drive operation is a
continuous operation, is fully automatic and can
be used on and off road. This mode balances
traction to ensure maneuverability and acceler -
ation improvement compared to a vehicle with
two wheel drive. This mode also reduces fuel consumption, since it allows the disconnect of
the drive shaft where conditions permit.
SNOW
: This mode allows you to have greater
stability under conditions of bad weather. For
use on and off road on surfaces with poor trac-
tion, such as roads covered with snow. When in
SNOW mode (depending on certain operating
conditions), the transmission may use SECOND
gear (rather than FIRST gear) during launches,
to minimize wheel slippage.
SAND/MUD : For off-road driving or use on
surfaces with poor traction, such as dry sand
and roads covered by mud or wet grass. The
transmission is set to provide maximum trac -
tion.
ROCK : (Trailhawk only): This mode is only avail -
able in 4WD LOW range. The device sets the
vehicle to maximize traction and allow the
highest steering capacity for off-road surfaces.
This mode gives you the maximum performance
off-road. Use for low speed obstacles such as
large rocks, deep ruts, etc.
SPORT : This mode is only available in 4WD
AUTO, and alters the transmission's automatic
shift schedule for sportier driving. Upshift
speeds are increased to make full use of avail -
able engine power. Suspension settings are
optimized and steering assist is modified to
provide better handling performance.
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NOTE:
ROCK mode is only available on the vehicles
equipped with the Off-Road package.
Activate the Hill Descent Control for steep down -
hill control Ú page 188.
POWER STEERING
The electric power steering system will provide
increased vehicle response and ease of
maneuverability. The electric power steering
system adapts to different driving conditions.
If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING” or “POWER
STEERING ASSIST OFF - SERVICE SYSTEM”
message and a steering wheel icon are displayed
on the instrument cluster display, it indicates that
the vehicle needs to be taken to an authorized
dealer for service. It is likely the vehicle has lost
power steering assistance Ú page 77.If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM HOT -
PERFORMANCE MAY BE LIMITED” message and an
icon are displayed on the instrument cluster
display, it indicates that extreme steering
maneuvers may have occurred, which caused an
over temperature condition in the electric power
steering system. You will lose power steering
assistance momentarily until the over temperature
condition no longer exists. Once driving conditions
are safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle for a few
moments until the light turns off Ú
page 77.
NOTE:
Even if the power steering system is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the
vehicle. Under these conditions there will be a
substantial increase in steering effort, espe -
cially at low speeds and during parking maneu -
vers.
If the condition persists, see an authorized
dealer for service.
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Stop/Start function is developed to reduce
fuel consumption. The system will stop the engine
automatically during a vehicle stop if the required
conditions are met. Releasing the brake pedal or
pressing the accelerator pedal will automatically
restart the engine. This vehicle has been upgraded with a heavy-duty
starter, enhanced battery, and other upgraded
engine parts, to handle the additional engine
starts.
AUTOSTOP MODE
The Stop/Start feature is enabled after every
normal customer engine start. At that time, the
system will go into STOP/START READY.
To Activate The Autostop Mode, The Following
Must Occur:
The system must be in STOP/START READY
state. A “STOP/START READY” message will be
displayed in the instrument cluster display
within the Stop/Start section Ú
page 77.
The vehicle must be completely stopped.
The gear selector must be in a forward gear and
the brake pedal pressed.
The engine will shut down, the tachometer will
move to the zero position, and the Stop/Start
telltale will illuminate indicating you are in
Autostop. Customer settings will be maintained
upon return to an engine-running condition.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could
pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service
should be obtained as soon as possible.

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