2017 JEEP COMPASS jacking

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............245
 BULB REPLACEMENT ....................245
▫ Replacement Bulbs .....................245
▫ Replacing Exterior Bulbs ..................246
▫ Headlamps .......................... .246
▫ Fog Lamps .......................... .246
▫ Rear Turn Signal And Backup Lamp .........247
▫ License Lamps ........................247
▫ Center High-Mounted Stoplamp ............247
 FUSES ............................... .247
▫ Integrated Power Module (IPM) ............248
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ...........251
▫ Jack Location ........................ .252
▫ Spare Tire Stowage .....................252 ▫
Preparations For Jacking .................252
▫ Jacking Instructions .....................253
▫ Road Tire Installation ....................258
 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..........260
▫ Tire Service Kit Storage ...................260
▫ Tire Service Kit Components And Operation . . .260
▫ Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ..........261
▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .........263
 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES ............267
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ...............268
▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ..................269
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .............270
 GEAR SELECT OR

OVERRIDE ..............271
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............272
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CavityCartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
36 30 Amp Pink –Headlamp/Washer Control/
Smart Glass – If Equipped
37 – 25 Amp ClearDiesel Heater and H2/MOD
power top
CAUTION!
•When installing the IPM cover, it is important to
ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully
latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into
the IPM, and possibly result in an electrical system
failure.
• When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a
properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a
problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING
WARNING!
•Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off
the road to avoid the danger of being hit when
operating the jack or changing the wheel.
• Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The
vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You
could be crushed. Never put any part of your body
under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get
under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center
where it can be raised on a lift.
• Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on
a jack.
• The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing
tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the
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WARNING!(Continued)
vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be
jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or
slippery areas.
Jack Location
The jack and jack-handle are stowed under the load floor in
the cargo area.
Spare Tire Stowage
The compact spare tire is stowed under the rear load floor
in the cargo area.
Spare Tire Removal
Lift up the load floor cover and remove the hold down.
Preparations For Jacking
1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or
slippery areas.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the
road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating
the jack or changing the wheel.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector in PARK (automatic transmis- sion) or REVERSE (manual transmission).
5. Turn OFF the ignition.
Spare Tire And Jack Stowage
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6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonallyopposite of the jacking position. For ex-
ample, if changing the right front tire, block
the left rear wheel.
NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle while
the vehicle is being jacked.
Jacking Instructions
WARNING!
Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help
prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:
• Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the
edge of the roadway as possible before raising the
vehicle.
• Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
• Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be
raised.
• Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic
transmission in PARK; a manual transmission in
REVERSE.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a
jack.
• Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a
jack.
• Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If
you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a
service center where it can be raised on a lift.
• Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for
lifting this vehicle during a tire change.
• If working on or near a roadway, be extremely
careful of motor traffic.
• To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely
stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem
facing the ground.
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CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated in the Jacking
Instructions for this vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to “Tires — General Information” in “Servic-
ing And Maintenance” for further information about the
spare tire, it’s use, and operation. 1. Remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare
wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw to the left to
loosen the lug wrench and remove the wrench from the
jack assembly.
NOTE: The jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with
two attachment points. When the jack is partially ex-
panded, the tension between the two attachment points
holds the jack handle in place.
Jack Warning Label
Removing Jack Handle From Jack
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2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel nuts by turningthem to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the
ground.
NOTE: There are front and rear jacking locations on each
side of the body. The front locations are outlined by two
triangular cutouts on one of the flanges in the sill flange
assembly. The rear location is the same but with two
rectangular cutouts. For vehicles equipped with plastic
trim, the plastic has been cut away to expose the jacking
locations in the body.CAUTION!
Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on
locations other than those indicated.
Jacking Locations
Front Jacking Location
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Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is
securely engaged.
3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placedunder the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned,
turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is
properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel
to be changed.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
4. Using the swivel wrench raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only until the
tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is
obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift
provides maximum stability.
5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel covers, where applicable, off the hub. Install the spare
wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the
nuts toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the nuts.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the wheel nuts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in serious injury.
Rear Jacking Location
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Dimmer Switch, Headlight.....................47
Dipsticks Power Steering ..........................215
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................298
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .......32
Door Locks ..............................29
KeyFob................................29
Remote ................................29
Remote Keyless Entry ......................29
Door Locks, Automatic .......................30
Door Opener, Garage .........................78
Downshifting ............................ .204
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ........................35
Driving ................................. .236
Off-Pavement .......................... .236
Off-Road ............................. .236
Electrical Power Outlets .......................89
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................46
Electronic Brake Control System ................131
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................130
Electronic Roll Mitigation ...................138
Traction Control System ....................134 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)
.........216
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............134
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........115
Emergency, In Case Of Jacking ............................251, 305
Jump Starting .......................... .267
Towing ............................... .274
Emission Control System Maintenance ............127
Engine ...............................284, 285
Air Cleaner ............................ .291
Block Heater ............................199
Break-In Recommendations .................199
Checking Oil Level .......................286
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................287, 295, 340
Cooling ............................286, 294
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................191, 338
Jump Starting .......................... .267
Oil ............................288, 339, 340
Oil
Filler Cap .....................284, 285, 288
Oil Filter ...............................289
Oil Selection ............................288
Oil Synthetic ............................289
Overheating ............................270
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........173, 276
Ethanol ................................. .335
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