Ron JEEP COMPASS 2023 Owner's Manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE33
Easy Entry/Exit Seat — If Equipped
This feature provides automatic driver seat
positioning to enhance driver mobility when
entering and exiting the vehicle.
The distance the driver seat moves depends on
where you have the driver seat positioned when
you place the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF position.
When you place the vehicle’s ignition in the OFF
position, the driver seat will move about
2.4 inches (60 mm) rearward if the driver seat
position is greater than or equal to 2.7 inches
(67.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. The seat will
return to its previously set position when you
place the vehicle’s ignition in the RUN position.
The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled
when the driver seat position is less than 0.9 of
an inch (22.7 mm) forward of the rear stop. At
this position, there is no benefit to the driver by
moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy Entry.
When enabled in Uconnect Settings, Easy Entry
and Easy Exit positions are stored in each memory
setting profile of the Driver Memory Settings
Ú page 27.
NOTE:The Easy Entry/Exit feature is not enabled when
the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy
Entry/Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled)
through the programmable features in the
Uconnect Settings Ú page 165.
HEATED SEATS — IF EQUIPPED
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped
The front heated seats control buttons
are located within the Uconnect system.
You can gain access to the control
buttons through the climate screen or the
controls screen.
Press the heated seat button once to turn the
HI setting on.
Press the heated seat button a second time to
turn the LO setting on.
Press the heated seat button a third time to turn
the heating elements off.
If the HI level setting is selected, the system will
automatically switch to LO level after
approximately 60 minutes of continuous
operation. At that time, the display will change
from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO level
setting will turn off automatically after
approximately 45 minutes.
NOTE:The engine must be running for the heated seats to
operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start
system, see Ú page 20.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic illness,
diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication,
alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical
condition must exercise care when using the
seat heater. It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat or seatback
that insulates against heat, such as a blanket
or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to
overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been over -
heated could cause serious burns due to the
increased surface temperature of the seat.
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Rear Heated Seats
On some models, the two outboard
rear seats are equipped with heated
seats. The heated seat switches for these
seats are located on the rear of the
center console.
There are two heated seat switches that allow
the rear passengers to operate the seats
independently. Indicator lights in each switch
indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator
lights will illuminate for HI, one for LO and none
for off.
Push the heated seat button once to turn the
HI setting on.
Push the heated seat button a second time to
turn the LO setting on.
Push the heated seat button a third time to turn
the heating elements off.
NOTE:The level of heat selected will stay on until the
operator changes it.
FRONT VENTILATED SEATS —
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F EQUIPPED
Located in the seat cushion and seat
back are fans that draw the air from the
passenger compartment and move air
through fine perforations in the seat
cover to help keep the driver and front passenger
cooler in higher ambient temperatures. The fans
operate at two speeds, HI and LO.
The front ventilated seats control buttons are
located within the Uconnect system. You can gain
access to the control buttons through the climate
screen or the controls screen.
Press the ventilated seat button once to
choose HI.
Press the ventilated seat button a second time
to choose LO.
Press the ventilated seat button a third time to
turn the ventilated seat off.
NOTE:The engine must be running for the ventilated
seats to operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start
system, see Ú page 20.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of
injury by restricting head movement in the event of
a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted
so that the top of the head restraint is located
above the top of your ear.
NOTE:Do not reverse the head restraints (making the
rear of the head restraint face forward) in an
attempt to gain additional clearance to the back of
your head.
WARNING!
All occupants, including the driver, should not
operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until
the head restraints are placed in their proper
positions in order to minimize the risk of neck
injury in the event of a crash.
Head restraints should never be adjusted
while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle
with the head restraints improperly adjusted
or removed could cause serious injury or
death in the event of a collision.

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Front Head Restraint Adjustment
Your vehicle is equipped with front four way driver
and passenger head restraints.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push
the adjustment button, located at the base of the
head restraint, and push downward on the head
restraint.

Head Restraint Adjustment Button

To tilt the head restraint forward, pull the top of the
head restraint toward the front of the vehicle as
desired and release. To tilt the head restraint
rearward, pull the top of the head restraint to the
forward most position and release. The head
restraint will return to the rear most position.
Forward Adjustment

NOTE:Four-way head restraints have seven tilt/locking
positions. When pulling fully forward, the head
restraint will spring back to the untilted, rearward
most position when released.
NOTE:The head restraints should only be removed by
qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If
either of the head restraints require removal, see
an authorized dealer.
Rear Head Restraints
The rear head restraints have two positions: up or
down. When the center seat is being occupied, the
head restraint should be in the raised position.
When there is no occupant in the center seat, the
head restraint can be lowered for maximum
visibility for the driver.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push
the adjustment button, located at the base of the
head restraint, and push downward on the head
restraint.

Outboard Head Restraint Adjustment Button

WARNING!
All occupants, including the driver, should not
operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until
the head restraints are placed in their proper
positions in order to minimize the risk of neck
injury in the event of a crash.
Head restraints should never be adjusted
while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle
with the head restraints improperly adjusted
or removed could cause serious injury or
death in the event of a collision.
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NOTE:The Automatic Dimming Mirror feature is disabled
when the vehicle is in REVERSE to improve the
driver’s rear view. If your vehicle is equipped with
an on/off button on the mirror, the mirror will
default to on and can be turned on/off through the
touchscreen.
You can turn the Automatic Dimming Mirror
feature on or off by pushing the button at the base
of the mirror (if equipped). If your vehicle is not
equipped with an on/off button, the auto dimming
feature is always on.

Automatic Dimming Button
ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS
To access an illuminated vanity mirror, flip down
one of the visors and lift the mirror cover.

Illuminated Vanity Mirror Cover

Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature —
If Equipped
The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for
additional flexibility in positioning the sun visor to
block out the sun.

1. Fold down the sun visor.

2. Unclip the visor from the center clip.
3. Pivot the sun visor toward the side window.
4. Extend the sun visor for additional sun blockage.
NOTE:The sun visor can also be extended while the sun
visor is against the windshield for additional sun
blockage through the front of the vehicle.
OUTSIDE MIRRORS
The outside mirror(s) can be adjusted to the center
of the adjacent lane of traffic to achieve the
optimal view.
NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will give
a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto
the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth
and wipe the mirror clean.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the
passenger side convex mirror will look smaller
and farther away than they really are. Relying too
much on your passenger side convex mirror
could cause you to collide with another vehicle
or other object. Use your inside mirror when
judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in
the passenger side convex mirror.

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HEADLIGHT SWITCH
The headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights,
automatic headlights (if equipped), instrument
panel lights, interior lights, and fog lights
(if equipped).

Headlight Switch Headlight Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first
detent for parking lights and instrument panel
lights operation. Rotate the headlight switch to the
second detent for headlights, parking lights and
instrument panel lights operation.
NOTE:For vehicles sold in Canada, rotate the headlight
switch clockwise from the parking lights and
instrument panel lights position to the first detent
for headlights, parking lights and instrument panel
lights operation. Rotate the headlight switch to the
second detent for the AUTO position.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS) —
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F EQUIPPED
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on when the
engine is started and remain on unless the
headlamps are turned on or the ignition is placed
in the OFF position.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime
Running Lights will automatically deactivate
when the front fog lights are turned on.
On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights
may deactivate or reduce intensity on one side
of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on
that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when
the hazard warning lights are activated).
HIGH/LOW BEAM SWITCH
Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument
panel to switch the headlights to high beams.
Pulling the multifunction lever back will turn the
low beams on.
1 — Rotate Headlight Control
2 — Front Fog Light Switch
3 — Ambient Lighting Control (If Equipped)
4 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
1 — Rotate Headlight Control
2 — Front Fog Light Switch
3 — Ambient Lighting Control (If Equipped)
4 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control

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FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
The front fog light switch is built into the headlight
switch.

Fog Light Switch
Fog Light Switch (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)
To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking
lights or the low beam headlights and push the fog
light button. To turn off the front fog lights, either
push the fog lights button a second time or turn off
the headlight switch.
An indicator light in the instrument cluster
illuminates when the fog lights are turned on.
NOTE:The fog lights will operate with the low beam head
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lights or parking lights on. However, selecting the
high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down to
activate the turn signals. The arrows on each side
of the instrument cluster display flash to show
proper operation.
NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash, or
there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defec -
tive outside light bulb.
A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in the
instrument cluster display and a continuous
chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more
than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.
LANE CHANGE ASSIST
Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down,
without moving beyond the detent, and the turn
signal will flash five times then automatically turn
off.
BATTERY SAVER FEATURE
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 15 minutes after the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
INTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS
Courtesy and dome lights are turned on when the
front doors are opened, or when the dimmer
control is rotated to its farthest upward position.
The front map/reading lights are turned on by the
switches in the center of the overhead console.

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Ambient Light Dimmer (Vehicles Sold In Canada Only)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer controls are located
on the windshield wiper/washer lever on the right
side of the steering column. The front wipers are
operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of
the lever. For information on the rear wiper/
washer, see Ú page 49.
WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first two
detent positions for intermittent settings. The first
intermittent wiper interval is 10 seconds. The
second intermittent wipe interval is based on
vehicle speed. Rotate to the third detent for low
wiper operation and the fourth detent for high
wiper operation.
Windshield Wiper Operation

Windshield Washer Operation
To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and
hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled
while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn
on and operate for several wipe cycles after the
lever is released, and then resume the intermittent
interval previously selected.
If the lever is pulled while the wipers are in the off
position, the wipers will operate for several wipe
cycles, then turn off.
NOTE:As a protective measure, the pump will stop if the
switch is held for more than 20 to 30 seconds.
Once the lever is released the pump will resume
normal operation.1 — Push Lever Forward & Hold For Rear Washer
2 — Rotate For Rear Wiper Operation
3 — Rotate For Front Wiper Operation
4 — Pull Lever & Hold For Front Washer Operation
5 — Push Lever Upward For Mist
CAUTION!
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the “park” position. If the windshield
wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot
return to the “park” position, damage to the
wiper motor may occur.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to a collision. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden
icing of the windshield during freezing weather,
warm the windshield with the defroster before
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Mist
Push the lever upward to the MIST position and
release for a single wiping cycle.
NOTE:The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on
the windshield. The wash function must be used in
order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
For information on wiper care and replacement,
see Ú page 275.
RAIN SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED
This feature senses rain or snow fall on the
windshield and automatically activates the wipers.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of
two detent positions to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with
the multifunction lever. Wiper delay position one is
the least sensitive, and wiper delay position two is
the most sensitive. Place the wiper switch in the
O (off) position when not using the system.
NOTE:
The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when
the wiper switch is in the low or high-speed posi -
tion.
The Rain Sensing feature may not function prop -
erly when ice, or dried salt water is present on
the windshield.
Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or sili-
cone may reduce Rain Sensing performance.
The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and
off through Uconnect Settings Ú page 165.
The Rain Sensing system has protection features
for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate
under the following conditions:
Change In Ignition Position — If the vehicle is in
Rain Sensing mode and the ignition is cycled
from OFF to ON, the auto wiper will be
suppressed until vehicle speed is greater than
3 mph (5 km/h), or the wiper switch is moved
out of and back into the Intermittent wipe posi -
tion.
Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — The Rain
Sensing system will not operate if the NEUTRAL
gear is selected at speeds of 3 mph (5 km/h) or
less unless the wiper switch is moved or the
gear selector is moved out of NEUTRAL.
Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles
equipped with the Remote Start system, Rain
Sensing wipers are not operational when the
vehicle is in Remote Start mode. Once the oper -
ator is in the vehicle and has placed the ignition
switch in the ON/RUN position, Rain Sensing
wiper operation can resume, if it has been
selected, and no other inhibit conditions
(mentioned previously) exist.
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the
windshield wiper/washer lever on the right side of
the steering column. The rear wiper/washer is
operated by rotating a switch, located at the
middle of the lever.
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the
windshield wiper/washer lever on the right side of
the steering column. The rear wiper has different
operation modes:
Intermittent mode
Synchronous mode (at half speed of the front
window wiper) when the front window wiper is
operating
Continuous mode
Vehicle in REVERSE: If the front wiper is active
and the REVERSE gear is selected, the wiper will
turn on for one wipe
Rotate the center portion of the lever
upward to the first detent for intermittent
operation and to the second detent for
continuous rear wiper operation.
To use the washer, push the lever
forward and hold while spray is desired.
If the lever is pushed while the wiper is in
the off position, the wiper will operate for
several wipe cycles, then turn off.
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If the lever is pushed while in the intermittent
setting, the wiper will turn on and operate for
several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is
released, and then resume the intermittent
interval previously selected.
NOTE:As a protective measure, the pump will stop if the
switch is held for more than 20 to 30 seconds.
Once the lever is released the pump will resume
normal operation.
WINDSHIELD WIPER DE-ICER —
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F EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Windshield
Wiper De-Icer feature that may be activated under
the following conditions:
Activation By Front Defrost — The Windshield
Wiper De-Icer shall be activated automatically in
the case of a cold weather manual start with full
front defrost, and when the ambient tempera -
ture is below 33°F (0.6°C).
Activation By Rear Defrost — The Windshield
Wiper De-Icer shall be activated automatically
when the rear defrost is turned on and when the
ambient temperature is below 33°F (0.6°C).
Activation By Remote Start Operation (If
Equipped) — When Remote Start is active and
the outside ambient temperature is less than
33°F (0.6°C), the Windshield Wiper De-Icer will
be enabled. Exiting Remote Start will resume its
previous operation. If the Windshield Wiper
De-Icer was active, the timer and operation will
continue.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate
the temperature, air flow, and direction of air
circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls are
located on the touchscreen (if equipped) and on
the instrument panel below the radio.
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
D
ESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS

Uconnect 5 With 8.4-inch Display Automatic Climate Controls
Uconnect 5 With 10.1-inch Display Automatic Climate Controls

MAX A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on
the touchscreen to change the current
setting to the coldest output of air. The
MAX A/C indicator illuminates when MAX
A/C is on. Pressing the button again will cause the
MAX A/C operation to exit. Pressing other settings
will cause the MAX A/C to exit.
NOTE:The MAX A/C button is only available on the touch -
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A/C Button
Press and release the A/C button on
the touchscreen, or push the button on
the faceplate to change the current
setting. The A/C indicator illuminates
when A/C is ON.
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate the air
conditioning system. When the air conditioning
system is turned on, dehumidified air will flow
through the outlets into the cabin.
If your air conditioning performance seems lower
than expected, check the front of the A/C
condenser (located in front of the radiator), for an
accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle
water spray from the front of the radiator and
through the condenser. If the problem persists,
please contact an authorized dealer.
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button on the
touchscreen, or push the button on the
faceplate, to change the system between
recirculation mode and outside air mode.
The Recirculation indicator and the A/C indicator
illuminate when the Recirculation button is
pressed. Recirculation can be used when outside
conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high
humidity are present. Recirculation can be used in
all modes. Recirculation may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen grayed out) if
conditions exist that could create fogging on
the inside of the windshield. The A/C can be
deselected manually without disturbing the
mode control selection. Continuous use of the
Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy
and window fogging may occur. Extended use of
this mode is not recommended.
NOTE:
After 25 minutes of continuous use, Recircula
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tion mode will automatically shut off for two
minutes to allow fresh air intake inside the
cabin to maintain sufficient oxygen levels.
Recirculation mode will function in this way, in
either automatic or manual override mode.
AUTO Button
Press and release this button on the
touchscreen, or push the button on the
faceplate, to change the current setting.
The AUTO indicator illuminates when
AUTO is on. This feature automatically controls the
interior cabin temperature by adjusting distribution
and amount of airflow. Toggling this function will
cause the system to switch between manual
override mode and automatic modes Ú page 56.
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 Control 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 rear window
defroster is on. The rear window defroster
automatically turns off after 10 minutes.
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