2014 JEEP COMPASS automatic transmission fluid

AUTOSTICK® (SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION) — IF EQUIPPED ..........347
▫ Operation .......................... .348
▫ AutoStick® (CVT) — If Equipped .........349
▫ Operation .......................... .350
 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .351
 ON-ROAD DRIVING TIPS ................352
 OFF-ROAD DRIVING TIPS ...............352
▫ When To Use Low (L Off-Road) With The 4WD
Lock Lever Engaged ...................353
▫ Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand ..........354
▫ Hill Climbing ....................... .355
▫ Driving Through Water .................358 ▫
After Driving Off-Road .................360
 POWER STEERING .....................361
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ..............362
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .363
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .365
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............366
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .368
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............369
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............370
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............370
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..........371
▫ Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped . . .372
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................373
322 STARTING AND OPERATING

NOTE:Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-
mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your
earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has
diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could
recur.
If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer
service is required.
Overdrive Operation
The automatic transmission includes an electronically
controlled Overdrive (sixth gear). The transmission will
automatically shift into Overdrive if the following con-
ditions are present:
• The shift lever is in the DRIVE position.
• The transmission fluid has reached an adequate tem-
perature. •
The engine coolant has reached an adequate tempera-
ture.
• The vehicle speed is sufficiently high.
• The driver is not heavily pressing the accelerator.
Torque Converter Clutch
A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been
included in the automatic transmission on your vehicle.
A clutch within the torque converter engages automati-
cally at calibrated speeds. This may result in a slightly
different feeling or response during normal operation in
the upper gears. When the vehicle speed drops or during
some accelerations, the clutch automatically disengages.
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▫Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) — If
Equipped .......................... .506
▫ Automatic Transmission (CVT) —
If Equipped ........................ .508
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......510
▫ Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) — AWD/4WD
Models Only ....................... .510
▫ Power Transfer Unit (PTU) — AWD/4WD Models
Only ..............................511
▫ Appearance Care And Protection
From Corrosion ......................511
 FUSES ............................. .518
▫ Integrated Power Module ...............519
 VEHICLE STORAGE ....................524 
REPLACEMENT BULBS .................524
 BULB REPLACEMENT ..................525
▫ Headlamps ........................ .525
▫ Fog Lamps ......................... .526
▫ Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp ........526
▫ License Lamps ...................... .527
▫ Center High-Mounted Stoplamp ..........527
 FLUID CAPACITIES ....................527

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS . .528
▫ Engine ............................ .528
▫ Chassis ........................... .529
478 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) — If
Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant (Six-Speed Transmission)
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
this section for fluid specifications. It is important to
maintain the transmission fluid at the correct level using
the recommended fluid.
No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission;
only the approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
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CAUTION!(Continued)
in transmission shift quality, and will require more
frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to “Fluids,
Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this section for
fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic transmission fluid is an engineered product
and its performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to
the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the
use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid
using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect
seals.
506 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant (CVT)
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s recommended transmission
fluid which has the special friction coefficient additives
necessary for proper steel belt traction on the drive and
driven pulleys. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications. It is impor-
tant to maintain the transmission fluid at the correct level
using the recommended fluid.
No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission;
only the approved lubricant should be used.
CAUTION!
•Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission
as the chemicals can damage your transmission
components. Such damage is not covered by the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer’s recommended fluid will cause belt slip and
result in a complete transmission failure! Refer to
“Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic transmission fluid is an engineered product
and its performance may be impaired by supplemental
additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to
the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the
508 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission (CVT) — If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR® CVTF+4® Continu-
ously Variable Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission (Six-Speed) — If Equipped We recommend you use SK Energy ATF SP-4 Transmis- sion Fluid.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) We recommend you use MOPAR® Gear & Axle Lubri-
cant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend you use MOPAR® Gear & Axle Lubri-
cant SAE 80W-90 API GL 5.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3, SAE J1703
should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid
+4, MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter. XX X X X
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs** XX X X X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years
or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes
first. XX
Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid. XX
Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid. XX
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if
using your vehicle for any of the following: police,
taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. (CVT only) X
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
(CVT only) X
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter
(six-speed only) if you frequently drive: on rough or
unpaved roads, on mountain roads, on short trips,
in heavy city traffic during hot weather, or if you
use the vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
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