2018 JEEP COMPASS gas mileage

SCHEDULED SERVICING
1.4L Gasoline Engine
The scheduled services listed in this manual
must be done at the times or mileages speci-
fied to protect your vehicle warranty and
ensure the best vehicle performance and re-
liability. More frequent maintenance may be
needed for vehicles in severe operating con-
ditions, such as dusty areas and very short
trip driving. Inspection and service should
also be done anytime a malfunction is sus-
pected.
• Change your engine oil more often if you
drive your vehicle off-road for an extended
period of time.
• Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
or 12 months, whichever comes first.Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip
• Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual
wear or damage. Rotate tires at the first
sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs
before the oil indicator system turns on.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reser-
voir and brake master cylinder, fill as
needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior
lights.
At Each Oil Change
• 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 ter-
minals 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.
Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” on the fol-
lowing page for the required maintenance
intervals.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required mainte-
nance items may result in damage to the
vehicle.
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Maintenance Plan — Gasoline Engine
Mileage or time passed (which-
ever comes first)
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
Change engine oil and oil fil-
ter.††XXXXXXXXXX XXX X X XX X X X
Rotate tires X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
If using your vehicle in dusty or
off-road conditions, inspect the
air cleaner filter, and replace if
necessary.XXX X X X X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, re-
place if necessary.XXXXXX X X X X
Inspect the front suspension, tie
rod ends and boot seals, replace
if necessary.XXXXXX X X X X
Visually inspect condition of:
exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (ex-
haust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves,
bushings, etc.).XXX X X X X X X X
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X X X X
Change brake fluid every
24 months if using DOT 4 brake
fluid. *XX X X X
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Mileage or time passed (which-
ever comes first)
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
Replace engine air cleaner filter.
(○)XX X X X
Replace air conditioning/cabin
air filter.XXXXXX X X X X
Replace spark plugs (1.4L En-
gines). **XXX X X X X X X X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first.XX
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary.†X
Visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belt(s) (***)XX
Check tension of accessory drive
belt (versions without automatic
tensioner) (***)XX
Visually inspect conditions of
toothed timing drive belt (1.4L
Gasoline Engines) (***)XX
Replace accessory drive belt/s
(***)XX
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Mileage or time passed (which-
ever comes first)
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000
Or Months: 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Or Kilometers:
12,000
24,000
36,000
48,000
60,000
72,000
84,000
96,000
108,000
120,000
132,000
144,000
156,000
168,000
180,000
192,000
204,000
216,000
228,000
240,000
Replace toothed timing drive
belt (1.4L Gasoline Engines)
(***)XX
* The brake fluid change interval is time
based only, mileage intervals do not apply.
** For 1.4L engine, to guarantee correct
operation and prevent serious damage to the
engine, it is essential to proceed as follows:
only use spark plugs specifically certified for
these engines; all spark plugs should be of
the same type and brand; strictly comply with
the spark plugs replacement intervals in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan. It is advised to
contact your authorized dealer for plug re-
placement.
*** Areas that are not dusty: recommended
maximum distance 75,000 mi
(120,000 km). The belt must be replaced
every 6 years, regardless of distance trav-elled. Dusty areas and/or heavy conditions
(cold climates, urban driving, long periods of
idling): the recommended maximum dis-
tance is 37,500 mi (60,000 km). The belt
must be replaced every 4 years, regardless of
distance travelled.
(○) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this
cleaner must be replaced every 7,500 mi
(12,000 km).
† This maintenance is recommended by the
manufacturer to the owner, but is not re-
quired to maintain emissions warranty.WARNING!
• You can be badly injured working on or
around a motor vehicle. Do only service
work for which you have the knowledge
and the right equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a com-
petent mechanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain
your vehicle could result in a component
malfunction and effect vehicle handling
and performance. This could cause an
accident.
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Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission 9 Speed (4WD Models) – If Equipped Use only Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or
equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – If Equipped We recommended you use Mopar Front Axle/PTU Synthetic Axle Lubricant
SAE 75W-90 (API GL-5).
Rear Differential (RDM) – If Equipped We recommended you use Mopar Rear Axle/RDM Synthetic Axle Lubricant
SAE 75W-90 (API GL-5).
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 4. If DOT 4 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
If using DOT 4 brake fluid, the fluid must be changed every 24 months
regardless of mileage.
RefrigerantRefrigerant R134a — If Equipped
Charge Amount:
All engines — 567g (1.25 lb)Refrigerant R-1234yf — If Equipped
Charge Amount:
All engines — 482 g (1.063 lb)
Compressor Oil Use Only PAG Oil PSD1:
1.4L Gasoline engines — 120ml (4.1 fl oz)
Use Only PAG Oil ND12:
1.6L Diesel engines — 90 ml (3.0 fl oz)
2.0L Diesel engines — 90 ml (3.0 fl oz)
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