2017 JEEP COMPASS headlights

NOTE:The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If
the vehicle is moving less than 10 mph (16 km/h), delay
times will be doubled.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the control lever toward you and
hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in
the delay range, the wiper will operate in low-speed while
the lever is pulled and for two wipe cycles after the lever is
released, and then resume the intermittent interval previ-
ously selected.
If the lever is pulled while in the off position, the wipers
will operate for two wipe cycles, then turn off.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could
lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or
other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the wind-
shield during freezing weather, warm the windshield
with the defroster before and during windshield
washer use.
Headlights On With Wipers (Available With
Automatic Headlights Only)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned on if
the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO position. In
addition, the headlights will turn off when the wipers are
turned off if they were turned on by this feature.
NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be
turned on or off using the instrument cluster display. Refer
to “Instrument Cluster Display” in “Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
Mist Feature
Push down on the control lever to activate a single wipe to
clear the windshield of road mist or spray from a passing
vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will
continue to operate.
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Key Fob Unlock
When Driver’s Door 1st is selected, only the driver’s door
will unlock on the first push of the key fob unlock button
and require a second push to unlock the remaining locked
doors. When Remote Unlock All Doors is selected, all of the
doors will unlock at the first push of the key fob unlock
button. Push and hold theright
arrow button when in
this display until “Driver’s Door 1st” or “All Doors”
appears to make your selection.
Flash Lamps With Lock
When ON is selected, the front and rear turn signals will
flash when the doors are locked or unlocked using the key
fob. This feature may be selected with or without the sound
horn with lock feature selected. Push and hold the right
arrow button when in this display until “ON” or
“OFF” appears to make your selection.
Sound Horn With Lock
When ON is selected, a short horn sound will occur when
the key fob lock button is pushed. This feature may be
selected with or without the Flash Lights with Lock feature.
Push and hold the right
arrow button when in this
display until “ON” or “OFF” appears to make your
selection. Headlamp Off Delay
When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have
the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when
exiting the vehicle. Push and hold the
right
arrow
button when in this display until 0, 30, 60, or 90 appears
to make your selection.
Headlamps with Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When on is selected, and the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position, the headlights will turn on approximately
10 seconds after the wipers are turned on. If the headlights
were turned on by this feature, they will also turn off when
the wipers are turned off. To make your selection, push and
release the right
arrow button until “ON” or “OFF”
appears.
NOTE: Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to “Lights” in “Getting To Know Your
Vehicle.”
Key Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected the power window switches,
radio, Uconnect phone, power sunroof, and power outlets
will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition
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switch has been turned OFF. Opening either front vehicle
door will cancel this feature. Push and hold theright
arrow button when in this display until “OFF,” “45
sec.”, “5 min.”, or “10 min.” appears to make your
selection.
Illuminated Approach
When this feature is selected, the headlights will activate
and remain on for up to 90 seconds when the doors are
unlocked using the key fob. Push and hold the right
arrow button when in this display until “OFF,” “30
sec,” “60 sec,” or “90 sec.” appears to make your
selection.
Hill Start Assist (HSA) — If Equipped
When “On” is selected, the HSA system is active. Refer to
“Electronic Brake Control System” in “Safety” for system
function and operating information. To make your selec-
tion, push and release the right
arrow button until
“On” or “Off” appears. Display Units In
The instrument cluster display, odometer, and Uconnect
GPS system units can be changed between US and Metric.
Push and hold the
right
arrow button when in this
display until “US” or “METRIC” appears to make your
selection.
Automatic Compass Calibration
This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need
to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the
compass may appear erratic, and the instrument cluster
display will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated.
You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or
more 360 – degree turns (in an area free from large metal or
metallic objects) until the “CAL” message displayed in the
instrument cluster display turns off. The compass will now
function normally.
NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface and an
environment free from large metallic objects such as build-
ings, bridges, underground cables, railroad tracks, etc.
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Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
Green TelltaleLight What It Means
Park/Headlight ON Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
Green Telltale
Light What It Means
Front Fog Indicator Light
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
Blue Telltale Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Blue Telltale
Light What It Means
High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on. Push the multifunction control lever
away from you to switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the
headlights back to low beam. Pull the lever toward you for a temporary high beam on,
flash to
pass scenario.
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BODYWORK
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road
surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or
cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an
adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protec-
tion.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resis-
tance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint
and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
•Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
• Stone and gravel impact.
• Insects, tree sap and tar. •
Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
• Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Body And Underbody Maintenance
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage
than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution followed
by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Preserving The Bodywork
Washing
•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle
in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash, or a mild car wash
soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water.
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General Information........................ .396
Glass Cleaning ............................329
Gross Axle Weight Rating .....................225
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................224
GVWR ................................. .222
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect) ..................371
Hazard Warning Flasher ..................... .245
Headlights ...............................246
Cleaning ...............................326
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...........47
On With Wipers ........................49, 53
Passing ................................47
Replacing ............................. .246
Switch .................................47
Head Restraints ............................40
Heated Mirrors .............................46
Heated Seats ...............................37
Heater ...................................55
Heater, Engine Block ........................199
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ......47
Hill Descent Control ........................139
Hill Start Assist ............................132
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................... .227HomeLink (Garage Door Opener)
................78
Hood Release ..............................72
Ignition ..................................21
Key ................................19, 21
Ignition Key Removal ........................21
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ......................23
Inside Rearview Mirror .......................44
Instrument Cluster ..........................123
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................329
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ...............248
Interior And Instrument Lights ..................50
Interior Appearance Care .....................328
Interior Lights ..............................50
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ...............52
Introduction ................................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio ..............370, 399
Jacking Instructions ........................ .253
Jack Location ............................ .252
Jack Operation ..................... .251,

253, 305
Jump Starting ............................ .267
Key-In Reminder ............................2312
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Key, Programming..........................24
Key, Replacement ...........................24
Keys ....................................19
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ......................23
Lane Change And Turn Signals .................247
Lane Change Assist ..........................49
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .150
Latches ................................. .194
Hood ..................................72
Leaks, Fluid ............................. .194
Life Of Tires ............................. .317
Liftgate (Sedan) .............................74
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer .................54
Light Bulbs .......................... .194, 245
Lights .................................. .194
AirBag .........................111, 164, 192
Back-Up ...............................247
Brake Assist Warning ..................... .137
Brake Warning ..........................112
Cargo .................................75
Center Mounted Stop ..................... .247
Cruise ............................... .125
Daytime Running .........................47
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...................47 Exterior
...............................194
Fog................................48, 246
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................245
Headlights ..............................47
Headlights On With Wipers ...............49, 53
Headlight Switch .........................47
High Beam ..............................47
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................47
Instrument Cluster ........................47
Interior ................................50
License ............................... .247
Lights On Reminder .......................49
Low Fuel ............................. .121
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..........116
Map Reading ............................50
Park ................................. .124
Seat Belt Reminder .......................111
Security Alarm ........................26, 113
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .............117
Traction Contr

ol ........................ .137
Turn Signal ....................49, 123, 194, 247
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) .......123
Loading Vehicle ............................222
Tires................................. .309
Locks ....................................29
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