2012 JEEP COMPASS radio

I\fportant:
This User Guide is i\.ntended to familiarize you with the important\. features
of your vehi\fle. The DVD en\flosed \fontains your \bwner’s Manual,
Navigation/Media Center Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty
and 24-Hour Towing Assistan\fe (new vehi\fles pur\fhased in the U.S.) or
Roadside Assistan\fe (new vehi\fles pur\fhased in Canada) i\.n ele\ftroni\f
format. We hope you find it useful. R\.epla\fement DVD kits may be
pur\fhased by visiting www.te\fhauthority.\fom. Jeep
® is a registered
trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. Copyright 2012 Chrysler Group LLC.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your
\fehicle, you may o\btain a complimentary printed
copy of the Owner’s Manual, Na\figation/Media
Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet \by calling
1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada)
or \by contacting your dealer.
The driver’s primary responsibility
is the safe operation of the
vehi\fle. Driving while dis\.tra\fted
\fan result in loss of vehi\fle
\fontrol, resulting in a \follision and
personal injury. Chrysler Group
LLC strongly re\fommends that
the driver use extreme \faution
when using any devi\fe or feature
that may take their attention off
the road. Use of any ele\ftri\fal
devi\fes su\fh as \fell phones,
\fomputers, portable radios,
vehi\fle navigation or other
devi\fes by the driver while the vehi\fle is moving is dangerous
and \fould lead to a serious
\follision. Texting while driving\. is
also dangerous and should never
be done while the vehi\fle is
moving. If you find yourself
unable to devote your full
attention to vehi\fle operation,
pull off the road to a safe lo\fation
and stop your vehi\fle. Some
States or Provin\fes prohibit the
use of \fellular telephones or
texting while driving\.. It is always
the driver’s responsibility to
\fomply with all lo\fal\. laws.
WAR\bI\bG!
Driving after drinking \fan lea\.d to a \follision. Your per\feptions are
less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is imp\.aired
when you have been drinking. Ne\.ver drink and then d\.rive.
Driving and Alcohol:
Drunken driving is one \.of the most frequent \fauses of \follisions. Your
driving ability \fan\. be seriously impa\.ired with blood al\fohol levels far below
the legal minimum. I\.f you are drinking, don’t d\.rive. Ride with a design\.ated
non-drinking driver, \fall a \fab, a friend, or use\. publi\f transportation.
This guide has been \.prepared to help you get qui\fkly
a\fquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a \fonvenient
referen\fe sour\fe for \fommon questions. However, it is not a
substitute for your \bwner’s Manual.
For \fomplete operational instru\ftions, maintenan\fe pro\fedures
and important safety messages, please \fonsult your \bwner’s
Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals and othe\.r Warning
Labels in your vehi\fle.
Not all features shown in this guide ma\.y apply to your vehi\fle.
For additional information on a\f\fessories to help personalize
your vehi\fle, visit www.mopar.\fom or your lo\fal Jeep deal\.er.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Chrysler
GroupLLC ................2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit..............4
Instrument Cluster............6
GETTING STARTEDKeyFob ..................8
Remote Start...............8
Theft Alarm................9
Seat Belt..................9
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) — Air Bags...... 10
Child Restraints.............11
FrontSeats ................13
RearSeats................ 14
Tilt Steering Column..........15
HeatedSeats .............. 16
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In Recommendations..17
Turn Signal/Lights Lever........18
Wiper/Washer Lever......... 19
Speed Control.............20
Continuously Variable Automatic
Transmission (CVT)...........21
Manual Climate Controls........21
Automatic Temperature
Controls (ATC).............22
Power Sunroof.............22
Wind Buffeting.............23
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System....24
Media Center 130 (Sales Code
RES)...................26
Media Center 130 With Satellite
Radio (Sales Code RES + RSC) . . . 28
Media Center 230 (Sales
CodeREQ) ...............30
Media Center 430/430N (Sales
Code RBZ/RHB)............33
Sirius XM™Satellite Radio/
Travel Link................42
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . 46
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control.......46
Uconnect™ Phone...........47
Uconnect™ Voice Command.....50
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio.....52
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC).............52
Programmable Features.......53Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®)..............54
PowerInverter .............57
Power Outlet..............58
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIESFour-Wheel Drive Operation.....59
UTILITYTrailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)........ 61
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.)...........62
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Towing Assistance.....63Instrument Cluster Warning Lights..63
If Your Engine Overheats.......67
Automatic Transmission
Overheating..............68
Jacking And Tire Changing.....68
Jump-Starting Procedures......74
Shift Lever Override..........76
Towing A Disabled Vehicle...... 77
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.......78
Event Data Recorder (EDR).....79
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood..........80
Engine Compartment..........81
Fluids And Capacities.........83
Maintenance Chart..........84
Fuses...................87
TirePressures..............89
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care.....90
Exterior Bulbs.............90
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEChrysler Group LLC Customer
Center .................. 91
Chrysler Canada Inc. Customer
Center .................. 91
Assistance For The Hearing
Impaired................. 91
Publications Ordering......... 91
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States
And Washington, D.C..........92
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories
ByMOPAR®...............93
INDEX.................94
FAQ(HowTo?)Frequently Asked Questions.....97
TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be
assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and
high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the
driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver
and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the
driver's place. Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you
and your passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving
because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving.
Never text while driving or take your eyes more than momentarily off the
road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment
that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also
include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available
or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and
equipment described in this guide that are not available on this vehicle.
Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products
without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products
previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted
with the important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will
need to operate and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's
information which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer.
The multimedia DVD also includes videos which can be played on any
standard DVD player (including the Media Center Touch-Screen Radios).
Additional DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD
sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD
in the owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase.For your
convenience, the information contained on the DVD may also be printed and
saved for future reference.
Chrysler Group LLC is committed to protecting our environment and natural
resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of
the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the
demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment.
Vehicles Sold In Canada
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC
shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in
substitution therefore.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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A. Turn Signal/Lights Lever pg. 18
B. Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 52
C. Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) Display pg. 52
D. Instrument Cluster pg. 6
E. Wiper/Washer Lever pg. 19
F. Audio System (non-touch-screen-
radio shown) pg. 24G. Climate Controls pg. 21
H. Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter pg. 58
I. Transmission Gear Selector
J. SWITCH PANEL
− Heated Seat Switches pg. 16
− Electronic Stability Control
pg. 63
− Hazard SwitchK. Speed Control pg. 20
L. Tilt Steering Column Lever pg. 15
M. Power Mirrors
N. Power Door Locks
O. Power Windows
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER
Headlights/Parking Lights
• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lightsand to the second detent for headlights.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to
fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from
illuminating when a door is opened.
• Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of
the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position
to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or
headlights are on.
• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn
on the interior lighting.
Flash To Pass
• Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will
remain on until the lever is released.
High Beam Operation
• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.
NOTE:For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is
present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
Fog Lights
• Turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and pull out the end of
the lever.
Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist
• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash
three times and automatically turn off.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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Media Center 130 (Sales Code RES)
NOTE:
• Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of
you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used
when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention
from driving.
Clock Setting
• Press and hold the “TIME” button until the hours blink; turn the
“TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the hours.
• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob until the minutes begin to blink;
turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the minutes.
• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to save the time change.
• To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.
Equalizer, Balance And Fade
• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE,
BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the “TUNE/SCROLL” control
knob to select the desired setting.
ELECTRONICS
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Radio Operation
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands.
• Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping.
Store Radio Presets
• Press the “SET/RND” button once and SET 1 will show in the display.
Then select button (1–6).
• A second station may be added to each push button. Press the
“SET/RND” button twice and SET 2 will show in the display. Then select
button (1–6).
CD/DISC Operation
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Press to seek through CD tracks.
• Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping.
SET/RND Button (Random Play)
• Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play.
• This feature plays the selections on the CD in random order to provide an
interesting change of pace.
Audio Jack Operation
• The Audio Jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a
cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s
audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play
through the vehicle speakers.
• Pressing the “AUX” button will change the mode to auxiliary device if the
Audio Jack is connected, allowing the music from your portable device
to play through the vehicle's speakers.
• The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device
buttons. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable
device.
ELECTRONICS
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Media Center 130 with Satellite Radio (Sales Code
RES + RSC)
NOTE:
• Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and
Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features,
press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice
prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating
“Uconnect Phone not available” if you do not.
• Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of
you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used
when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention
from driving.
Clock Setting
• Press and hold the “TIME” button until the hours blink; turn the
“TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the hours.
• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob until the minutes begin to blink;
turn the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to set the minutes.
• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to save the time change.
• To exit, press any button/knob or wait five seconds.
Equalizer, Balance And Fade
• Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE,
BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the “TUNE/SCROLL” control
knob to select the desired setting.
ELECTRONICS
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