2012 JEEP COMPASS check transmission fluid

AutoStick .......................... 306
▫ Operation ......................... 306
▫ General Information .................. 307
 Four-Wheel Drive Operation — If Equipped . . 307
 On-Road Driving Tips .................. 308
 Power Steering ....................... 308
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ............. 309
 Parking Brake ........................ 310
 Brake System ........................ 313
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 314
 Electronic Brake Control System ........... 316
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 316
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ........... 316▫
Brake Assist System (BAS) .............. 317
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ......... 318
▫ Hill Descent Control (HDC) – If Equipped . . 319
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) – Manual
Transmission Only ................... 320
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ......... 322
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC Off Indicator Light ............ 325
 Tire Safety Information ................. 326
▫ Tire Markings ....................... 326
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ......... 330
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ......... 331
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure .......... 332
290 STARTING AND OPERATING

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your power steering
system as the chemicals can damage your power
steering components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface and
with the engine off to prevent injury from moving
parts and to ensure accurate fluid level reading. Do
not overfill. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
power steering fluid.If necessary, add fluid to restore to the proper indicated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an
automatic transmission in PARK, or manual transmission
in REVERSE or first gear.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up
slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever
completely.
310 STARTING AND OPERATING

CAUTION! (Continued)
•Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance
intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in these
components as the chemicals can damage your
engine, transmission, power steering or air condi-
tioning. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction, use only the
specified fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to
check the engine oil level is about five minutes after afully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level
before starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will
give you an incorrect reading.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground and
only when the engine is hot, will improve the accuracy of
the oil level readings. Maintain the oil level between the
range markings on the dipstick. The range markings will
consist of a crosshatch zone that says SAFE or a cross-
hatch zone that says MIN at the low end of the range and
MAX at the high end of the range. Adding 1 qt (1L) of oil
when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range
will result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator
range.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409

WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You would not have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning light is on.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the
brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checkedwhen the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level
may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual
transmission , the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to
both the brake system and the clutch release system. The
two systems are separated in the reservoir, and a leak in
one system will not affect the other system. The manual
transmission clutch release system should not require
fluid replacement during the life of the vehicle. If the
brake fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does
not indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a
result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system. See
your local authorized dealer for service.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 427

Special Additives
Do not add any materials (other than leak detection dyes)
to Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid
(CVTF+4). CVTF+4is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
Routine fluid level checks are not required. The transmis-
sion filler tube is capped and does not include a dipstick.
Your authorized dealer can check the transmission fluid
level using a special service dipstick. Should you notice
fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, have the fluid level checked immediately. Operation with incorrect
fluid level can cause severe transmission damage.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
Lubricant Selection
Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid
level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a
point not more than 3/16 in (4.7 mm) below the bottom
of the hole.
Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
430 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Automatic Transmission................299,429
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 430
Fluid Level Check .................... 430
Fluid Type ......................... 429
Gear Ranges ........................ 301
Special Additives ..................... 430
Autostick ............................. 306
B-Pillar Location ........................ 332
Battery ............................... 413
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 25
Belts, Seat .............................. 86
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 417
Brake Assist System ...................... 317
Brake Fluid ............................ 447
Brake System ........................ 313,426
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................. 314,316
Master Cylinder ..................... 427
Parking ........................... 310 Warning Light
....................... 199
Brake, Parking .......................... 310
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 300
Brakes ............................. 313,426
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 84
Bulb Replacement ..................... 442,443
Bulbs, Light .......................... 88,442
Calibration, Compass ..................... 220
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........ 445
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 445
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 361
Oil (Engine) ................... 403,404,411
Power Steering ...................... 309
Car Washes ............................ 433
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............85,360
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 183
Cargo Area Features ...................... 182
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INDEX 477

Flashers.............................. 380
Hazard Warning ..................... 380
Turn Signal .................... 88,197,444
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 295
Fluid Capacities ......................... 445
Fluid Leaks ............................. 88
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ................ 430
Power Steering ...................... 309
Fluid, Brake ........................... 447
Fluids ................................ 446
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 446
Fog Lights ....................... 149,208,443
Folding Rear Seat ........................ 144
Folding Rear Seat (Sedan) .................. 144
Four Wheel Drive ....................... 307
Systems ........................... 307
Four Wheel Drive Operation ................ 307
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 396 Fuel
.............................. 357,446
Adding ........................... 361
Additives .......................... 359
Capacity ........................... 445
Clean Air .......................... 357
Ethanol ........................... 358
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................. 361
Gasoline ........................... 357
Gauge ............................ 196
Light ............................. 197
Materials Added ..................... 359
Methanol .......................... 358
Octane Rating ....................... 357
Requirements ....................... 357
Tank Capacity ....................... 445
Fuel System Caution ..................... 362
Fueling ............................... 361
Fuses ................................ 438
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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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INDEX 485