2008 JEEP COMPASS battery replacement

NTo Lock The Doors And Liftgate............21
NUsing The Panic Alarm..................21
NTo Turn Off ªFlash Lights With Lockº........22
NProgramming Additional Transmitters........22
NGeneral Information....................24
NBattery Replacement....................24
mDoor Locks............................26
NManual Door Locks.....................26
NPower Door Locks.....................27
NªChild-Protectionº Door Lock System
(Rear Doors) Ð If Equipped...............30
mPower WindowsÐ If Equipped..............31
NPower Window Switches.................31NAuto Down..........................31
NWindow Lockout Switch.................32
mLiftgate...............................32
mOccupant Restraints......................34
NLap/Shoulder Belts.....................35
NAdjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage....39
NSecond Row Center Lap/Shoulder Belt
Operating Instructions...................40
NSeat Belt Pretensioners...................43
NEnhanced Driver Seat Belt Reminder System
(BeltAlert)...........................44
NSeat Belt Extender......................45
NSeat Belts And Pregnant Women............46
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

General Information
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE:Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
If your Remote Lock Control fails to operate from a
normal distance, check for these two conditions.
1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life of
batteries is five years.2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile
or CB radios.
Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
NOTE:
Perchlorate Material ± special handling may ap-
ply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.º
1. If the key fob is equipped with a screw, remove the
screw. With the transmitter buttons facing down, use a
flat blade to pry the two halves of the transmitter apart.
Make sure not to damage the elastomer seal during
removal.
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mEngine Compartment Ð Gasoline...........312
mOnboard Diagnostic System Ð OBD II........313
NLoose Fuel Filler Cap Message............314
mEmissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................314
mReplacement Parts......................316
mDealer Service.........................316
mMaintenance Procedures..................317
NEngine Oil..........................317NDrive Belt ± Check Condition.............320
NSpark Plugs.........................320
NCatalytic Converter....................321
NCrankcase Emission Control System........322
NFuel Filter..........................323
NAir Cleaner Element (Filter)..............323
NMaintenance-Free Battery................324
NAir Conditioner Maintenance.............325
NPower Steering Ð Fluid Check............326
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Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
After fuel is added, the vehicle diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel filler cap is possible loose or
improperly installed. A GASCAP message will be dis-
played in the instrument cluster. Tighten the gas cap until
a9clicking9sound is heard. This is an indication that the
gas cap is properly tightened. Press the trip odometer
reset button to turn off the message. If the problem
persists, the message will appear the next time the
vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged cap. If
the problem is detected twice in a row, the system will
turn on the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL). Resolving
the problem will turn the MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states, which have an I/M (Inspection and
Maintenance) requirement, this check verifies the
following: the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light)
is functioning and is not on when the engine is running,
and that the OBD (On Board Diagnostic) system is ready
for testing.
Normally, the OBD system will be ready. The OBD
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, if you recently had a dead battery, or a battery
replacement. If the OBD system should be determined
not ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle has a simple ignition key actuated test,
which you can use prior to going to the test station. To
check if your vehicle's OBD system is ready, you must do
the following:
1. Insert your ignition key into the ignition switch.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not crank
or start the engine.
3. If you crank or start the engine, you will have to start
this test over.
4. As soon as you turn your key to the ON position, you
will see your MIL symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
5. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
a. The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn off theignition key or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle's OBD system isnot readyand you shouldnot
proceed to the I/M station.
b. The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you turn off the ignition key or start
the engine. This means that your vehicle's OBD system
isreadyand you can proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle's OBD system is
ready or not ready, if the MIL symbol is illuminated
during normal vehicle operation, you should have your
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315
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VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
You may:
²Disengage the mini fuse in the Power Distribution
Center labeled IOD (Ignition Off-Draw).
²Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS Ð Interior Bulb Number
Front Header Lamp......................T578
Center Dome Lamp......................T578
Rear Cargo/Flashlight.................8±A35LFLIGHTS BULBS Ð Outside Bulb No.
Low Beam/High Beam Headlight............ H13
Front Park/Turn Signal/Side Marker
Light.......................3157AK or 3157A
Front Fog Light.........................9145
Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)...................... LEDAssembly
Rear Tail/Stop..........................3157
Rear Turn Signal...............3757AK or 3757A
Backup Light.....................W16W (921)
License Light.......................... W5W
Off-Road Light........................... H3
350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Ball Joints............................. 327
Battery............................... 324
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 24
Belts, Drive............................ 320
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 327
B-Pillar Location........................ 252
Brake Assist System...................... 128
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 127
Brake Fluid............................ 362
Brake, Parking.......................... 241
Brake System........................243,335
Anti-Lock (ABS).................126,127,244
Hoses.............................. 336
Master Cylinder....................... 337
Parking............................. 241
Warning Light........................ 163
Brakes.............................243,335
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 233
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 65Bulb Replacement.....................350,351
Bulbs, Light............................ 350
Calibration, Compass..................... 180
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........ 360
Capacities, Fluid........................ 360
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 279
Oil (Engine).......................312,319
Car Washes............................ 342
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 278
Cargo Area Cover....................... 150
Cargo Area Features...................... 148
Cargo Compartment
Light............................... 148
Luggage Carrier....................... 154
Cargo Light............................ 148
Cargo Load Floor........................ 150
Cargo Tie-Downs........................ 151
INDEX 383
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Bulb Replacement...................... 351
Cargo .............................. 148
Center Mounted Stop................... 358
Daytime Running...................... 115
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................ 114
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 130
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 163
Fog .......................... 116,169,353
Headlight Switch...................... 114
Headlights........................... 114
High Beam Indicator.................... 161
Instrument Cluster..................... 114
License............................. 356
Lights On Reminder.................... 115
Low Fuel............................ 161
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 168
Map Reading......................... 113
Off-Road............................ 118
Oil Pressure.......................... 161Seat Belt Reminder..................... 162
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 18
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 164
Traction Control....................... 130
Turn Signal.................. 114,117,161,354
Voltage............................. 160
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 160
Loading Vehicle......................... 281
Tires ............................... 252
Locks
Child Protection........................ 30
Door................................ 26
Power Door........................... 27
Steering Wheel......................... 14
Lubrication, Body....................... 327
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 154
Lumbar Support........................ 105
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 324
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