2013 JEEP COMPASS oil level

- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stopthe vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when
this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, werecommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced
immediately.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed
in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have thevehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
- 4WD System Fault Indicator Light
• When lit solid: There is a 4WD system fault. The 4WD performance will be at areduced level. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle
serviced immediately.
•
When blinking: The 4WD system is temporarily disabled due to overload condition.
- Transmission Temperature Warning Light
• This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, you will
experience reduced vehicle performance until the automatic transmission cools
down. If the overheating continues, stop the vehicle and run the engine at idle,
with the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the light turns off. Once the light turns
off, you may continue to drive normally.
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant–
2.0L, 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant Ten Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT
(Organic Additive Technology). 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters)
Includes heater and
coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
Engine Oil with Filter– 2.0L, 2.4L Engine
We recommend you use API
Certified SAE 5W-20 engine oil, meeting the requirements ofChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395. Refer to the engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
4.5 Quarts (4.26 Liters)
Fuel Selection–
2.0L, 2.4L Engine 87 Octane
13.6 Gallons (51.5 Liters)
(Approximate)
Engine Oil Filter–
2.0L, 2.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Engine Oil Filters.
—
Spark Plugs– 2.0L, 2.4L Engine
We recommend you useMOPAR®Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.11 mm])—
Automatic
Transmission (CVT) We recommend you use
MOPAR
®CVTF + 4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid. —
Manual Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR
®
ATF+4®Automatic Transmission
Fluid or equivalent licensed ATF+4
®product. —
Rear Drive
Assembly (RDA) We recommend you use MOPAR®
Gear & Axle Lubricant
SAE 80W-90 API GL 5. —
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE
80W-90 API GL 5. —
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR
®
DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be
used If DOT 3 is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR
®
Power Steering Fluid +4 or
MOPAR®ATF+4®Automatic
Transmission Fluid. —
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing
the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps
described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Re-
quired” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” or under “Instrument Cluster
Description/Odometer/Trip Odometer” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
or twelve months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, powersteering and fill as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required mainte-
nance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions
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