2010 JEEP COMPASS child seat

WARNING!
•Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended children, can become entrapped by the
power sunroof while operating the power sunroof
switch. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
•In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
•Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Opening the Sunroof
Manual Mode
To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rearward
to full open. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open
condition until the switch is pushed and held rearward
again.
Express Mode
Press the switch rearward and release, and the sunroof
will open automatically from any position. The sunroof
will open fully, and stop automatically, this is called
“Express Open”. During Express Open operation any
movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing the Sunroof
Manual Mode
To close the sunroof, press and hold the switch in the
forward position. Again, any release of the switch will
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 159

Cargo Tie-Down Loops
There are four D-rings installed in the cargo area for
securing cargo.WARNING!
•Cargo tie-down loops are not safe anchors for a
child seat tether strap. In a sudden stop or collision
a loop could pull loose and allow the child seat to
come loose. A child could be badly injured. Use
only the anchors provided for child seat tethers.
•The weight and position of cargo and passengers
can change the vehicle center of gravity and ve-
hicle handling. To avoid loss of control resulting
in personal injury, follow these guidelines for
loading your vehicle:
•Always place cargo evenly on the cargo floor. Put
heavier objects as low and as far forward as
possible.(Continued)
D-Rings
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 173

STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be seri-
ously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in the
ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
Manual Transaxle – If Equipped
Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake,
press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the shift
lever in NEUTRAL.NOTE:
•The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is
pressed to the floor.
•If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is
locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve
pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the
key.
Automatic Transaxle – If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE:
You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of PARK.
Tip Start
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 277

Cargo Light............................ 169
Cargo Load Floor ........................ 172
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ 173
Carrier, Luggage ........................ 176
Cellular Phone ........................ 93,259
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 419
Chains, Tire ............................ 324
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 360
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 309
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) ............... 380
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 81
Checks, Safety ........................... 81
Child Restraint .......................... 72
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 76
Child Restraint with Automatic Belts ........... 75
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Child Seat .............................. 78
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 335 Cleaning
Wheels ............................. 405
Climate Control ......................... 259
Clock ..................... 208,222,224,227,236
Clutch ............................... 399
Clutch Fluid ........................... 399
Coin Holder ........................... 168
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 258
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 320
Compass Variance ....................... 204
Connector UCI ................................ 247
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......... 247
Console .............................. 168
Contract, Service ........................ 449
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................... 421,422
Cooling System ......................... 393
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 395
Coolant Level ...................... 393,397
458 INDEX

Windows............................. 33
Power Steering Fluid ..................... 423
Power Transfer Unit ...................... 403
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 55
Preparation for Jacking .................... 361
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ 49
Programmable Electronic Features ............ 201
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 320
Radio Operation ........................ 259
Radio, Satellite (Uconnect studios)........... 252
Rear Axle (Differential) .................... 402
Rear Drive Assembly ..................... 402
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ...................... 35
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... 136
Rear Window Defroster ................... 175
Rear Window Features .................... 174
Rear Wiper/Washer ...................... 174 Recreational Towing
...................... 355
Refrigerant ............................ 389
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 53
Remote Control Door Locks ........................... 19
Security Alarm ......................... 18
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) ............... 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 257
Remote Starting System .................... 25
Replacement Bulbs ....................... 412
Replacement Keys ........................ 16
Replacement Parts ....................... 381
Replacement Tires ....................... 323
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 450
Restraint, Head ......................... 133
Restraints, Child ....................... 72,78
Restraints, Infant ......................... 73
Restraints, Occupant ...................... 37
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ............... 170
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INDEX 467

Roll Over Warning........................ 4
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ................. 176
Rotation, Tires .......................... 325
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 82
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 83
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 450
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 81
Safety Information, Tire ................... 308
Safety Tips ............................. 81
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 253
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........... 252
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 408
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 53
Seat Belts ............................ 37,82
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 44
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 44
And Pregnant Women ................... 55 Child Restraint
........................ 72
Extender ............................. 55
Front Seat ............................ 39
Inspection ............................ 82
Pretensioners .......................... 49
Rear Seat ............................. 39
Seats ................................. 126
Adjustment .......................... 126
Heated ............................. 131
Lumbar Support ....................... 128
Rear Folding ......................... 136
Rear Folding (Sedan) ................... 136
Seatback Release ....................... 129
Tilting .............................. 129
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Oil ......................... 384
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
468 INDEX