2015 JEEP COMPASS User Guide

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION (CVT)
While conventional automatic transmissions typically have 4, 5 or 6 speeds, the
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) has an infinite number of speeds. This
allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to optimize performance and fuel
economy.
Under hard acceleration, you may hear more engine noise than with a conventional
transmission. The CVT may also occasionally feel like it is “shifting.” These
characteristics are perfectly normal and contribute to the CVT's efficiency.
SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The
transmission electronics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new
vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will
develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers).
The transmission shift lever has only PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, and DRIVE shift
positions. Manual shifts can be made using the Autostick®shift control. Moving the
shift lever to the left or right (-/+) while in the DRIVE position will manually select the
transmission gear, and will display the current gear in the instrument cluster as 6, 5,
4, 3, 2, 1.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS
Air Recirculation
• Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the Recirculation button off.
• Recirculation is allowed in floor mode and defrost/floor (mix mode).
Heated Mirrors
The exterior mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever
you turn on the rear window defroster.
Manual Climate Controls
1 — Rotate Blower Control2 — Push Air Recirculation Button3 — Rotate Temperature Control
4 — Push A/C Button5 — Rotate Mode Control6 — Push Rear Window Defroster
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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)
Automatic Operation
• Rotate the blower control and the mode control knobs counterclockwise to the
AUTO position.
• Select the desired temperature for the driver and/or passenger.
• The climate system will automatically adjust settings to achieve and maintain
comfort.
Air Conditioning (A/C)
• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in AUTO mode, the indicator light
will flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Air Recirculation
• Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the Recirculation button off.
• If the Recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light
may flash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
Heated Mirrors
The exterior mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever
you turn on the rear window defroster.
Automatic Temperature Controls
1 — Rotate Blower Control2 — Push Air Recirculation Button3 — Rotate Temperature Control
4 — Push A/C Button5 — Rotate Mode Control6 — Push Rear Window Defroster
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POWER SUNROOF
The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console.
Opening Sunroof
Express Open
• Press the switch rearward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will
fully open and stop automatically.
Manual Open
• Press and hold the switch rearward to open the sunroof. Any release of the switch
will stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially open position
until the switch is pressed again.
Venting Sunroof
• Press and release the button and the sunroof will open to the vent position.
This is called “Express Vent” and will occur regardless of sunroof position. During
Express Vent operation, any movement of the switch will stop the sunroof.
Closing Sunroof
Express Closing
• Press the switch forward and release it within one-half second. The sunroof will
fully close automatically from any position.
Manual Closing
• Press and hold the switch forward to close the sunroof. Any release of the switch
will stop the movement, and the sunroof will remain in a partially closed position
until the switch is pressed again.
Pinch Protection Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express
Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof
will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the
switch forward and release to Express Close.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch Protect reversals, the
fourth close attempt will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled.
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WARNING!
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrap-
ment may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open
sunroof. You could also be severely injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers,
other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
WIND BUFFETING
Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting
occurs with the rear windows open, adjust the front and rear windows together.
If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any
window. This will minimize buffeting.
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YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM
1. Uconnect®Voice Command Button pg. 65
2. Uconnect®Phone Button pg. 62
3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 61
4. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 61
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5. USB Port on Radio pg. 51
6. Audio Jack pg. 46
7. Front Power Outlet pg. 75
8. USB Port (inside glove box) pg. 61
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Uconnect® 130
NOTE:
• Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience for 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
1. Push and hold the TIME button until the hours blink.
2. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the hours.
3. Push the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until the minutes begin to blink.
4. Turn the TUNE/SCROLL control knob to set the minutes.
Uconnect® 130
1 — CD Eject Button2 — Seek Down Button3 — Seek Up Button4 — AM/FM Button5 — Disc Mode Button6 — AUX Mode Button7 — Rewind Button8 — Fast Forward Button
9 — Set Clock Button10 — Audio Settings/Rotate To Tune11 — Audio Jack12 — Radio Sales Code13 — Set Preset/CD Random Play14 — Station Presets Buttons15 — ON/OFF/Rotate For Volume
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