9. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area,have the tire repaired or replaced as
soon as possible.
10. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure as required.
Road Tire Installation
Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lugnuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem. Install the
lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the
lug nuts.
3.
Align the valve notch in the wheel cover
with the valve stem on the wheel. In-
stall the cover by hand, snapping the
cover over the two lug nuts. Do not use
a hammer or excessive force to install
the cover.
4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the
wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
5. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclock-
wise.
6. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end
of the handle for increased leverage.
Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern
until each nut has been tightened
twice. The correct tightness of each
lug nut is 100 ft/lbs (135 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them
checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station.
7. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel.
Wheel Cover Installation
1 — Valve Stem
2 — Valve Notch
3 — Wheel Lug Nut
4 — Wheel Cover
5 — Mounting Stud
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Vehicles Without Wheel Covers
1. Mount the road tire on the axle.
2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward thewheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
4. Finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern until each nut
has been tightened twice. The correct tightness of each lug nut is 100 ft/lbs
(135 N·m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a
torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station.
5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all lug nuts are properly seated against the wheel.
CAUTION!
• Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than thoseindicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle.
• Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle
could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
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On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) equipped vehicles, “Oil Change
Required” will be displayed in the EVIC and a single chime will sound, indicating that
an oil change is necessary.
On Non-EVIC equipped vehicles, “Change Oil” will flash in the instrument cluster
odometer and a single chime will sound, indicating that an oil change is necessary.
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 “Instrument Cluster Warning Lights” in “What To Do In Emergen-
cies” in this guide or “Instrument Cluster Descriptions” or “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the
Owner’s Manual on your DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles
(16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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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FUSES
Integrated Power Module (fuses)
The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the
air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
1 20 Amp Blue Trailer Tow – If Equipped
2 15 Amp Lt
Blue AWD/4WD Control Module – If
Equipped
3 10 Amp Red Rear Center Brake Light Switch
4 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch/Occupant Classifica-
tion Module
5 15 Amp Lt
Blue Battery Feed For Power Tech
6 10 Amp Red Power Mirror/Steering Control Satel-
lite Radio/Hands-Free Phone
7 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw
8 30 Amp Green Ignition Off Draw
9 40 Amp Green Power Seats
10 20 Amp Yellow Power Locks/Interior Lighting
11 15 Amp Lt
Blue Power Outlet
12 20 Amp Yellow 115V AC Inverter – If Equipped
13 20 Amp Yellow Cigar Lighter
14 10 Amp RedInstrument Cluster
15 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan
16 15 Amp Lt
Blue Dome Lamp/Sunroof/Rear Wiper
Motor
17 10 Amp Red Wireless Control Module
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WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should
be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR
®Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use
oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel's protective finish. Avoid
automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage
the wheel's protective finish. Only MOPAR
®Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is
recommended.
EXTERIOR BULBS
LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number
Low Beam Headlamp H11
Premium Low Beam Headlamp HIR2
High Beam Headlamp 9005
Premium High Beam Headlamp HIR2
Daytime Running Light (DRL) 3157K
Front Park/Turn Signal 7444NA
Front Side Marker Lamp 194
Front Fog Lamp H11LL
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED Assembly (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Tail/Stop Lamp LED Assembly (Serviced at Authorized
Dealer)
Rear Turn Lamp 7440NA (WY21W) Amber
Backup Lamp 7440 (W21W) Crystal
License Lamp W5W
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AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®
In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium
protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle
with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved.
The following highlights just some of the many Authentic Jeep Accessories by
MOPAR
®featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your Jeep Compass.
CHROME:
• Mirror Covers• Fuel Filler Door• Door Handles
EXTERIOR:
• Sunroof Air Deflector • Front Air Deflector • Molded Splash Guards
• Hitch Receiver • Vehicle Cover• 18” Chrome-Clad
Aluminum Wheels
• Roadside Safety Kit • Camping Tent
• 18” Black Painted Cast
Aluminum Wheels • Winter Wheel
INTERIOR:
• Carpet Floor Mats • Door Sill Guards • Bright Pedal Kit
• Slush Mats • Ambient Light Kit • Heated Seats
• Cargo Tray • Shift Knob• Katzkin Leather Interiors
• Cargo Tote • Seat Covers• Cargo Nets
ELECTRONICS:
• iPod
®Adapter • Media Center upgrades
• Remote Start • Electronic Vehicle
Tracking System (EVTS)
• Mopar
®Connect
Web (WiFi) • Uconnect®Phone
CARRIERS:
• Hitch-mount Bike Carrier • Bike Carrier • Roof Box Cargo Carrier
• Ski and Snowboard Carrier • Water Sports Carrier • Canoe Carrier
• Roof Top Cargo Carrier • Sport Utility Bars • Roof Basket
For the full line of Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar®, visit your local Jeep
dealership or online at mopar.com.
• iPod
®is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.
• Kicker
®is a registered trademark of Stillwater Designs and Audio, Inc.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
• How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 15
• How do my heated seats operate? pg. 23
ELECTRONICS
• Which radio is in my vehicle?• Uconnect
®130 pg. 38
• Uconnect
®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 41
• Uconnect
®230 pg. 44
• Uconnect
®430/430N pg. 47
• How do I activate the Audio Jack?
• Uconnect
®130 pg. 47
• Uconnect
®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 47
• Uconnect
®230 pg. 47
• Uconnect
®430/430N pg. 52
• How do I set the clock on my radio?
• Uconnect
®130 pg. 45
• Uconnect
®130 with Satellite Radio pg. 45
• Uconnect
®230 pg. 45
• Uconnect
®430/430N pg. 48
• How do I use the Navigation feature? pg. 55
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth
®with the Uconnect®Hands-Free Voice
Activation System? pg. 64
• How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink
®)? pg. 71
UTILITY
• How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Compass? pg. 78
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 80
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 86
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 92
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 108
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 102
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 103
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 110
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Air BagAdvanceFrontAirBag ......14
AirBags ...............14
AirBagWarningLight .......14
Driver Knee Air Bag ........14
FrontAirBag ............14
Rollover ...............14
SideImpacts ............14
AirbagLight...............83
Air Conditioning ............32
Air Recirculation ..........31,32
Alarm Arm The System ..........12
Disarm The System ........13
Vehicle Security Alarm ......12
Alarm, Panic ..............10
Alarm (Security Alarm) .........12
Anti-Lock Warning Light ........83
Assistance Towing ...........80
Audio Jack ........40,43,47,52
Audio Settings ........39,42,45
Audio Systems (Radio) .........38
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ............32
Automatic Transmission ........30
FluidType ............102
Overheating ............85
AxleFluid...............102
Battery ..................92
BrakeFluid ..............102
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ................25
Bulb Replacement ..........111
Calibration, Compass .........69
CD (Compact Disc) Player .........40,43,46,51
Change Oil Indicator ..........84
Changing A Flat Tire ..........86
Charging System Light .........82
Child Restraints CarSeat ...............15
Child Restraints ..........15
Child Seat Installation ....16,17
Installing Child Restraints Using
The Vehicle Seat Belt .......17
LATCH Positions ..........15 Locating The LATCH
Anchorages
.............15
Lower Anchors And Tethers
ForChildren .......15,16,17
Using The Top Tether
Anchorage ...........16,17
ChildSeat................16
Climate Control .............31
Clock Setting .......39,42,45,48
Cluster Warning/Indicator Lights Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light . . .83
Charging System Light ......82
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light ................80
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Indicator Light ...........83
Malfunction Indicator
Light(MIL) .............82
Oil Pressure Warning Light ....83
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Light ............80
Compass Calibration ..........69
Cooling System Coolant Capacity .........102
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....28
CruiseLight...............28
Customer Assistance .........112
Defects, Reporting ..........113
Dimmer Control .............26
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ......26
Disabled Vehicle Towing ........80
Disarming, Security System ......
1
3
Discharged Battery ...........92
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System .36, 37
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........28
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . .80
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ............83
Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC) ............70
Average Fuel Consumption ....69
Distance Traveled .........69
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