2012 JEEP COMPASS manual transmission

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (CVT) –
If Equipped MOPAR
CVTF+4 Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed
ATF+4 product.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) MOPAR Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent
non-synthetic product.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) MOPARGear & Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5 or equivalent
non-synthetic product.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids or equivalent.
Power Steering Reservoir MOPARPower Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR ATF+4Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4 product.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 447

40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or
30 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
40,000 miles (65 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
48,000 miles (78 000 km).
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer
towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert
operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather, above
90°F (32°C).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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96,000 Miles (156,000 km) or 72 Months Maintenance Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 96,000 miles (156 000 km).
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace the spark plugs.
❏ Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Adjust parking brake on vehicles equipped with four-wheel disc brakes.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play;
replace if necessary.
❏ Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service
(commercial service), off-road, desert operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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SMAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 459

136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or
102 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
136,000 miles (221 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
144,000 Miles (234,000 km) or 108 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
144,000 miles (234 000 km).
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏ Replace the air conditioning filter.
❏ Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect the CV joints.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
❏ Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for any of the following: trailer
towing, heavy loading, taxi, police, delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert
operation or more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot weather, above
90°F (32°C).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
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Loading Vehicle...................... 363,365
Capacities .......................... 365
Tires .............................. 332
Locks Automatic Door ...................... 32
Child Protection ...................... 34
Door .............................. 30
Power Door ......................... 31
Lubrication, Body ....................... 417
Lumbar Support ........................ 138
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 413
Maintenance Procedures ................... 408
Maintenance Schedule .................... 450
Maintenance, General ..................... 408
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 207,406
Manual Transaxle ..................... 293,296
Downshifting ....................... 298
Fluid Level Check .................... 431 Frequency of Fluid Change
...........431,432
Lubricant Selection ................... 431
Manual Transmission ..................... 430
Fluid Level Check .................... 430
Frequency of Fluid Change ............. 431
Lubricant Selection ................... 430
Manual, Service ......................... 471
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 152
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 427
Methanol ............................. 358
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 209
Mirrors ................................ 94
Automatic Dimming ................... 94
Electric Powered ...................... 96
Heated ............................. 97
Outside ............................ 95
Rearview ........................... 94
Vanity ............................. 98
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 8
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Rear Folding (Sedan).................. 144
Seatback Release ..................... 139
Tilting ............................ 139
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Oil ......................... 410
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 16
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
Service Assistance ....................... 467
Service Contract ......................... 469
Service Manuals ........................ 471
Setting the Clock .................. 224,243,252
Settings, Personal ........................ 217
Shift Lever Override ...................... 397
Shift Speeds, Manual Transaxle .............. 298
Short Message Service (SMS) ................ 120
Shoulder Belts ........................... 43
Side Airbag ............................. 69
Side Window Demisters (Defrosters) .......... 287Signals, Turn
...................... 88,197,444
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 346
Snow Tires ............................ 346
Spare Tire ....................... 340,341,383
Specifications Oil ............................... 410
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........157,202
Speedometer ........................... 197
Starting ............................... 293
Automatic Transmission ................ 294
Engine Fails to Start .................. 295
Manual Transmission .................. 293
Remote ............................ 26
Starting Procedures ...................... 293
Steering Power .......................... 308,309
Tilt Column ........................ 156
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 273
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INDEX 489

Pressure Warning Light................ 203
Quality Grading ..................... 473
Radial ............................ 339
Replacement ........................ 344
Rotation ........................... 346
Safety .......................... 326,336
Sizes ............................. 328
Snow Tires ......................... 346
Spare Tire .......................... 383
Spinning ........................... 342
Tread Wear Indicators ................. 342
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 370
Towing ............................... 365
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............. 112
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 399
Guide ............................. 369
Recreational ........................ 377
Weight ............................ 369
Towing Assistance ....................... 112 Trailer Towing
.......................... 365
Cooling System Tips .................. 376
Hitches ............................ 368
Minimum Requirements ................ 371
Trailer and Tongue Weight .............. 370
Wiring ............................ 374
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 369
Trailer Weight .......................... 369
Transaxle Automatic ....................... 12,294
Autostick .......................... 306
Manual ......................... 293,296
Transmission Automatic ....................... 299,429
Fluid ............................. 429
Manual ........................... 430
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 25
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) . . 160
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INDEX 491