2011 JEEP COMPASS wheel

The system allows the driver to select information by
pressing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:MENU Button
Press and release the MENU button to scroll
through the main menus (Fuel Economy, Warn-
ings, Timer, Units, System, Personal Settings)
or to exit sub-menus.
COMPASS Button Press and release the COMPASS button to
display one of eight compass readings and the
outside temperature or to exit sub-menus.
SELECT Button Press and release the SELECT button for access
to main menus, sub-menus or to select a per-
sonal setting in the setup menu.
EVIC Steering Wheel Buttons
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List Or Browse Mode
During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described
below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables
scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the
audio device.
•TUNEcontrol knob: The TUNEcontrol knob functions
in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio
device or external USB device.
•Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclock-
wise (backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying
the track detail on the radio display. Once the track
to be played is highlighted on the radio display,
press the TUNEcontrol knob to select and start
playing the track. Turning the TUNEcontrol knob
fast will scroll through the list faster. During fast
scroll, a slight delay in updating the information on
the radio display may be noticeable.
•During all List modes, the iPod displays all lists in
“wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the
bottom of the list, just turn the wheel backward
(counterclockwise) to get to the track faster.
•In List mode, the radio PRESETbuttons are used as
shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod or
external USB device.
•Preset 1 – Playlists
•Preset 2 – Artists
•Preset 3 – Albums
•Preset 4 – Genres
•Preset 5 – Audiobooks
•Preset 6 – Podcasts
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STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and
mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker
switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom
of the rocker switch will decrease the volume.
Pressing the center button will make the radio switch
between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/
CD/HDD/AUX/VES, etc.).
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left-hand control operation in
each mode.
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will “Seek” down for the next listenable station.Remote Sound System Controls
(Back View Of Steering Wheel)
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AutoStick — If Equipped ............... 298
▫ Operation ......................... 298
▫ General Information .................. 299
 Four-Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped . . 300
 On-Road Driving Tips .................. 300
 Power Steering ....................... 301
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ............. 302
 Parking Brake ........................ 303
 Brake System ........................ 305
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 306
 Electronic Brake Control System ........... 308
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 309
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ........... 309▫
Brake Assist System (BAS) .............. 309
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ......... 310
▫ Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped . . 311
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual
Transmission Only ................... 312
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ......... 314
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC Off Indicator Light ............ 317
 Tire Safety Information ................. 318
▫ Tire Markings ....................... 318
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ......... 322
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ......... 323
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure .......... 324
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Tires — General Information ............. 328
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... 328
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ................ 329
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . 330
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... 331
▫ Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel – If Equipped .............. 332
▫ Compact Spare Tire – If Equipped ........ 332
▫ Full Size Spare – If Equipped ............ 333
▫ Limited-Use Spare – If Equipped ......... 333
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... 334
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ................. 335
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ 335 ▫
Replacement Tires .................... 336
 Tire Chains .......................... 337
 Snow Tires .......................... 337
 Tire Rotation Recommendations ........... 338
 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..... 339
▫ Base System ........................ 341
▫ Premium System – If Equipped .......... 344
▫ General Information .................. 348
 Fuel Requirements ..................... 349
▫ 2.0L And 2.4L Engine ................. 349
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ................ 349
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ............. 350
▫ E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ...... 350
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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 Transmission – 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 Transmission – 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
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WARNING! (Continued)
•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
seriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the
ignition key in the ignition switch. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK position:
•When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever
all the way forward until it stops.
•Look at the instrument cluster to ensure it is in the
PARK position.
CAUTION!
Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you must
turn the ignition from LOCK to ON so the steering
wheel and shift lever are released. Otherwise, dam-
age to the steering column or shift lever could result.
You must also press the brake pedal.
REVERSE
This range is for moving the vehicle rearward. Use this
range only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
NEUTRAL
This range is used when the vehicle is standing for
prolonged periods with the engine running. The engine
may be started in this range. Set the parking brake and
shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the
vehicle.
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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF
EQUIPPED
This feature provides full time, on-demand, four–wheel
drive (4WD).
Where one or more wheels have wheel spin or if addi-
tional traction is needed in sand, deep snow, or loosetraction surfaces, activate the “4WD LOCK” switch by
pulling up once and releasing. This locks the center
coupling allowing more torque to be sent to the rear
wheels. The “4WD Indicator Light” will come on in the
cluster. This can be done on the fly, at any vehicle speed.
To deactivate, simply pull on the switch one more time.
The “4WD Indicator Light” will then go out.
NOTE:
Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System/
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in “Starting and Op-
erating” for further information.
ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS
Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a
narrower track to make them capable of performing in a
wide variety of off-road applications. Specific design
characteristics give them a higher center of gravity than
ordinary cars.
An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better
view of the road, allowing you to anticipate problems.
Four-Wheel Drive Switch
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