2011 JEEP COMPASS oil pressure

CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark,
the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When
safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at
idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the
pointer drops back into the normal range. If the
pointer remains on the H (red) mark for more than a
minute, turn the engine off immediately and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING
During sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up
long grades on hot days, the automatic transmission oil
may become too hot.If this happens, the transmission overheat in-
dicator light will come on, and the vehicle will
slow slightly until the automatic transmission
cools down enough to allow a return to the
requested speed. If the high speed is maintained, the
overheating may reoccur, as before, in a cyclic fashion.6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
5 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L
1 — Washer Fluid Reservoir6 — Air Cleaner Filter
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap
3 — Engine Oil Fill 8 — Engine Oil Dipstick
4 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 9 — Engine Coolant Reservoir
5 — Integrated Power Module (Fuses)
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CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine. Overfilling the engine
will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil
pressure and an increase in oil temperature. This
could damage your engine. Also, be sure the oil fill
cap is replaced and tightened after adding oil.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 8,000 miles (13 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for all
engines under all types of operating conditions, the
manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer-
tified and meet the requirements of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
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WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Warranty Information Book, located on the DVD,
for further warranty information.
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the EnvironmentalProtection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by authorized dealers or other
service facilities using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
sealers, stop leak products, seal conditioners, compressor
oil, or refrigerants.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri-
cated periodically with a lithium based grease, such as
MOPAR Spray White Lube or equivalent to assure
quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust and
wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the parts
concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should be
removed. Particular attention should also be given to
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409

Once A Month
•Check the tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
•Check the manual transmission fluid level.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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S444 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Cooling System......................... 413
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 415
Coolant Level .................... 414,417
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 417
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 414
Inspection .......................... 417
Points to Remember ................ 416,418
Pressure Cap ........................ 416
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 414
Corrosion Protection ..................... 424
Cruise Light ........................... 198
Cupholders ............................ 176
Customer Assistance ..................... 461
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 73
Dealer Service .......................... 401
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 183
Defroster, Windshield .............86,273,274,280
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 153 Diagnostic System, Onboard
................ 399
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 149
Dipsticks Power Steering ...................... 302
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 417
Engine Oil ......................... 405
Door Locks ............................. 28
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 30
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 158
Downshifting .......................... 293
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt .................... 138
Driving ............................... 300
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 95
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 168
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 308
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 309
Brake Assist System ................... 309
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INDEX 473

Life of Tires............................ 335
Liftgate (Sedan) .......................... 35
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ............. 182
Light Bulbs .......................... 87,434
Lights .............................. 87,147
Airbag .................... 67,68,73,85,193
Alarm ............................ 197
Anti-Lock .......................... 194
Back-Up ........................... 436
Brake Assist Warning .................. 317
Brake Warning ...................... 195
Bulb Replacement .................... 435
Cargo ............................. 177
Center Mounted Stop .................. 436
Daytime Running .................... 148
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............. 147
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . 317
Engine Temperature Warning ............ 195
Exterior ............................ 87 Fog .........................
148,204,435
Headlight Switch ..................... 147
Headlights ......................... 147
High Beam Indicator .................. 194
Instrument Cluster ................... 147
License ............................ 436
Lights On Reminder .................. 148
Low Fuel .......................... 193
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 203
Map Reading ....................... 150
Oil Pressure ........................ 193
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 194
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..........18,197
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ............ 197
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ......... 199
Traction Control ..................... 317
Turn Signal ................. 87,147,149,436
Voltage ............................ 192
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 192
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