2014 JEEP COMPASS child

WARNING!(Continued)
•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you
must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF
position to the ON/RUN position, and also press
the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift
lever could result.
• DO NOT race the engine when shifting from
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this
can damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be used to ensure that
you have engaged the transmission into the PARK posi-
tion:
• When shifting into PARK, firmly move the shift lever
all the way forward and to the left until it stops and is
fully seated.
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NOTE:
•When the parking brake is applied and the automatic
transmission is placed in gear, the “Brake Warning
Light” will flash. If vehicle speed is detected, a chime
will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking
brake before attempting to move the vehicle.
• This light only shows that the parking brake is ap-
plied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on an uphill grade. For vehicles equipped
with an automatic transmission, apply the parking brake
before placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load
on the transmission locking mechanism may make it
difficult to move the shift lever out of PARK. The parking
brake should always be applied whenever the driver is
not in the vehicle.WARNING!
• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Key
Fob from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
• Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged
before driving; failure to do so can lead to brake
failure and a collision.
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WARNING!
•The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the
cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution.
Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the
engine is overheated. Do not loosen or remove the
cap to cool an overheated engine. Heat causes
pressure to build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the
pressure cap while the system is hot or under
pressure.
• Do not use a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or en-
gine damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is
a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check
with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani-
mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based
engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in
puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek
emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground
spills immediately.
Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick visual method for
determining that the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine idling and warm to normal operating tempera-
ture, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the
bottle should be between the “ADD” and “FULL” lines
shown on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains completely full, so there is
no need to remove the radiator cap unless checking for
the coolant freeze point or replacing the engine coolant
(antifreeze). Advise your service attendant of this. As
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 501

Light............................... .205
Luggage Carrier ....................... .213
Cargo Light ............................ .205
Cargo Load Floor ........................ .208
Cargo Tie-Downs ........................ .209
Car Washes ............................ .512
Cellular Phone ...........................113
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............527
Chains, Tire ............................ .402
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .444
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .382
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .482
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............99
Checks, Safety ............................99
Child Restraint ............................77
Child Restraints Child Seat Installation .....................95
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint .....91Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt
..................................93
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......85
Child Safety Locks .........................34
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .414
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .513
Climate Control ......................... .306
Clock ................................. .251
Clutch ................................ .503
Clutch Fluid ............................ .503
Coin Holder ............................ .204
Cold Weather Operation ....................328
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............305
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .397
Compass .............................. .236
Compass Calibration ...................... .247
Compass Variance ........................ .248
552 INDEX

ConnectorUCI................................ .297
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........297
Console ............................... .204
Contract, Service ......................... .543
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................... .527
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ...........500
Cooling System .......................... .497
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............499
Coolant Level ......................... .497
Disposal of Used Coolant .................501
Drain, Flush, and Refill ...................498
Inspection ........................... .501
Points to Remember .....................502
Pressure Cap ......................... .500
Radiator Cap ......................... .500
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .............498
Corrosion Protection .......................511
Cruise Light ............................ .228Cupholders
............................ .204
Customer Assistance ...................... .541
Data Recorder, Event .......................76
Dealer Service ........................... .483
Defroster, Rear Window .....................212
Defroster, Windshield ..................... .102
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................174
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................481
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................169
Dipsticks Power Steering ........................ .362
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................501
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors ......34
Door Locks ............................30
KeyFob...............................30
Remote ...............................30
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INDEX 553

Headlight Switch...................... .166
High Beam ........................... .169
High Beam Indicator .....................224
High Beam/Low Beam Select ...............169
Instrument Cluster ..................... .166
License ............................. .527
Lights On Reminder .....................167
Low Fuel ............................ .223
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) .........233
Map Reading ......................... .171
Oil Pressure .......................... .223
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... .224
Security Alarm ..........................19
Service .............................. .525
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ............229
Traction Control ....................... .379
Turn Signal .......................... .104
Voltage ............................. .222
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ......222Loading Vehicle
......................... .421
Capacities ........................... .422
Tires ............................... .387
Locks ..................................30
Automatic Door .........................32
Child Protection .........................34
Door .................................30
Power Door ............................31
Lubrication, Body ........................ .492
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...................213
Lug Nuts .............................. .443
Lumbar Support ......................... .156
Maintenance Free Battery ....................489
Maintenance Procedures ....................484
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .532
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......233
Manual, Service ......................... .546
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INDEX 559

PretensionersSeat Belts ..............................56
Programmable Electronic Features .............244
Radial Ply Tires ......................... .395
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ...........500
Radio Operation ......................... .249
Radio (Sound Systems) .....................249
Rear Axle (Differential) .....................510
Rear Camera ........................... .181
Rear Drive Assembly ...................... .510
Rear Liftgate (Sedan) .......................39
Rear Seat, Folding ........................ .162
Rearview Mirrors ........................ .109
Rear Window Defroster .....................212
Rear Window Features ......................211
Rear Wiper/Washer ........................211
Recorder, Event Data .......................76
Recreational Towing ...................... .437Reformulated Gasoline
.....................414
Refrigerant ............................. .491
Reminder, Seat Belt .........................60
Remote Control Door Locks ............................20
Security Alarm ..........................18
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) FCC General Information ..................26
Remote Keyless Entry (Sedan) .................20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls .........303
Remote Starting System ......................26
Replacement Bulbs ....................... .524
Replacement Keys .........................16
Replacement Parts ........................ .483
Replacement Tires ........................ .401
Reporting Safety Defects ....................545
Restraint, Head .......................... .158
Restraints, Child ...........................77
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ................206
562 INDEX

Roll Over Warning..........................4
Roof Type Carrier ........................ .213
Rotation, Tires .......................... .403
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................101
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................104
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................545
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .100
Safety Information, Tire .....................380
Safety Tips ...............................99
Satellite Radio Antenna .....................266
Schedule, Maintenance .....................532
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .517
Seat Belt Reminder .........................60
Seat Belts .............................. .101
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................49
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........49
And Pregnant Women .....................62
Child Restraint ..........................77 Extender
..............................61
Front Seat .............................44
Inspection ........................... .101
Pretensioners ...........................56
Rear Seat ..............................44
Untwisting Procedure .....................53
Seat Belts (Sedan) ..........................40
Seats ................................. .150
Adjustment .......................... .150
Heated .............................. .152
Lumbar Support ....................... .156
Rear Folding ......................... .162
Rear Folding (Sedan) .....................162
Seatback Release ....................... .156
Tilting .............................. .156
Security Alarm ............................18
SENTRY KEY® FCC General Information ..................18
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................15
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INDEX 563