2018 JEEP COMPASS jump start

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS .186
Control....................186
BULB REPLACEMENT........186
Replacement Bulbs.............186
Replacing Exterior Bulbs..........188
FUSES....................192
General Information.............192
Fuse Location................192
Engine Compartment Fuses/Distribution
Unit......................193
Interior Fuses................196
Rear Cargo Fuse/Relay Distribution
Unit......................197
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .199
Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage. . . .199
Road Tire Installation............204
EC Declaration Of Conformance.....204
Jack Usage Precautions..........205
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF
EQUIPPED................206
JUMP STARTING............211
Preparations For Jump Start........211
Jump Starting Procedure..........212
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY. . . .213
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . .214GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE . . .214
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE. . . .215
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .216
Without The Key Fob............217
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models — With
KeyFob....................217
4x4 Models..................218
Emergency Tow Hooks...........218
Tow Eye Usage — If Equipped......218
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS)............220
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).220
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or
replaced at the earliest opportunity at
your authorized dealer or tire service
center.
5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the
steering wheel after the tire has been
repaired.
6. Replace the Sealant Bottle at your autho-
rized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to
“Sealant Bottle Replacement”.
NOTE:
When having the tire serviced, advise the
authorized dealer or service center that the
tire has been sealed using the Tire Service
Kit.
Sealant Bottle Replacement:
1. Unwrap the power cord.
2. Unwrap the hose.
3. Remove the bottle cover.
4. Rotate the bottle up beyond vertical to
release.
5. Pull the bottle away from the Compressor.NOTE:
• For sealant bottle installation, follow these
steps reverse order.
• Replacement sealant bottles are available
at authorized service centers.
JUMP STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can
be jump started using a set of jumper cables
and a battery in another vehicle or by using a
portable battery booster pack. Jump starting
can be dangerous if done improperly, so
please follow the procedures in this section
carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack,
follow the manufacturer’s operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump starting if the battery
is frozen. It could rupture or explode and
cause personal injury.
CAUTION!
Do not use a portable battery booster pack
or any other booster source with a system
voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to
the battery, starter motor, alternator or
electrical system may occur.
Preparations For Jump Start
The battery in your vehicle is located in the
front of the engine compartment, behind the
left headlight assembly.
NOTE:
The positive battery post is covered with a
protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain
access to the post.
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WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling
fan whenever the hood is raised. It can
start anytime the ignition switch is ON.
You can be injured by moving fan
blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings,
watch bands and bracelets that could
WARNING!
make an inadvertent electrical contact.
You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can
burn your skin or eyes and generate
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Keep open flames or sparks
away from the battery.
1. Apply the parking brake, shift the auto-
matic transmission into PARK (manual
transmission in NEUTRAL) and turn the
ignition to OFF/LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnec-
essary electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the
battery, park the vehicle within the
jumper cables reach, set the parking
brake and make sure the ignition is
OFF/LOCK.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other
as this could establish a ground connec-
tion and personal injury could result.
Jump Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting proce-
dure could result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged ve-
hicle.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive(+)end of the jumper
cable to the positive(+)post of the dis-
charged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive
(+)jumper cable to the positive(+)post of
the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative(-)end of the jumper
cable to the negative(-)post of the
booster battery.Battery Posts
1 — Positive Battery Post
2 — Negative Battery PostIN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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4. Connect the opposite end of the negative
(-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged
vehicle’s engine) away from the battery
and the fuel injection system.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause
WARNING!
the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific
ground point, do not use any other exposed
metal parts.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the
booster battery, let the engine idle for a
few minutes, and then start the engine in
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the
jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative(-)end of the
jumper cable from the engine ground of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the opposite end of the nega-
tive(-)jumper cable from the negative(-)
post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the
jumper cable from the positive(+)post of
the booster battery.4. Disconnect the opposite end of the posi-
tive(+)jumper cable from the positive(+)
post of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
If frequent jump starting is required to start
your vehicle, you should have the battery and
charging system inspected at your authorized
dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehi-
cle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e.,
cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough without engine
operation, the vehicle’s battery will dis-
charge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent the engine from starting.
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY
The fuel filling procedure in case of emer-
gency is described in the “Emergency Gas
Can Refueling”. Refer to “Refueling The Ve-
hicle” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
Suitable Engine Ground (Example Engine
Shown)
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WARNING!
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the
area immediately with large amounts of
water. Refer to “Jump Starting Proce-
dure” in “In Case Of Emergency” for
further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the
battery. Do not use a booster battery or
any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related ac-
cessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the cables
on the battery that the positive cable is
attached to the positive post and the
negative cable is attached to the nega-
tive post. Battery posts are marked posi-
tive (+) and negative (-) and are identi-
fied on the battery case. Cable clamps
CAUTION!
should be tight on the terminal posts
and free of corrosion.
• If a “fast charger” is used while the
battery is in the vehicle, disconnect both
vehicle battery cables before connecting
the charger to the battery. Do not use a
“fast charger” to provide starting volt-
age.
DEALER SERVICE
An authorized dealer has the qualified ser-
vice personnel, special tools, and equipment
to perform all service operations in an expert
manner. Service Manuals are available which
include detailed service information for your
vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals be-
fore attempting any procedure yourself.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems may void your warranty and could
result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or
around a motor vehicle. Only do service
work for which you have the knowledge
and the proper equipment. If you have any
doubt about your ability to perform a ser-
vice job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air con-
ditioner should be checked and serviced by
an authorized dealer at the start of each warm
season. This service should include cleaning
of the condenser fins and a performance test.
Drive belt tension should also be checked at
this time.
WARNING!
• Use only refrigerants and compressor
lubricants approved by the manufac-
turer for your air conditioning system.
Some unapproved refrigerants are flam-
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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Car Washes..................248
Chains, Tire..................244
Changing A Flat Tire.........199, 237
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)..............72
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety. . . .136
Checks, Safety................136
Child Safety Locks..............25
Cleaning
Wheels..................247
Windshield Wiper Blades.......235
Climate Control................40
Manual...................40
Clock.....................266
Clock Setting.................266
Compact Spare Tire.............243
Computer, Trip/Travel.............61
Cooling System...............235
Coolant Capacity............258
Coolant Level..............236
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze)............258, 259
Corrosion Protection............247
Cruise Light.............69, 70, 71
Customer Assistance............316
Customer Programmable Features. . . .290Daytime Running Lights........34, 35
Dealer Service................234
Defroster, Windshield............137
Diagnostic System, Onboard........71
Diesel Fuel..................257
Diesel Fuel Requirements.........257
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.......34, 35
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)...............233
Disabled Vehicle Towing..........216
Disturb.................302, 311
Door Ajar.................62, 63
Door Ajar Light..............62, 63
Driver's Seat Back Tilt............25
Electrical
Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet).56
Electric Parking Brake...........145
Electronic Brake Control System......77
Anti-Lock Brake System........76
Traction Control System........77
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control)..................162
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).....79
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light.63
Emergency, In Case Of
Hazard Warning Flasher........186
Jacking..............199, 237Jump Starting..............211
Overheating...............214
Tow Hooks................218
Towing..................216
Emission Control System Maintenance . .72
Engine.....................230
Checking Oil Level...........233
Coolant (Antifreeze)..........259
Cooling..................235
Exhaust Gas Caution.......136, 257
Jump Starting..............211
Oil .................258, 259
Oil Filler Cap..............230
Oil Selection..............258
Overheating...............214
Starting.................141
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .220
Exhaust Gas Caution.........136, 257
Exhaust System...............136
Exterior Lighting...............34
Exterior Lights.............34, 138
Filters
Air Conditioning..........47, 235
Engine Oil................259
Flashers
Hazard Warning.............186
INDEX
334

Turn Signal........34, 36, 70, 138
Flash-To-Pass...............34, 35
Fluid, Brake.................259
Fluid Capacities...............258
Fluid Leaks..................138
Fluid Level Checks
Brake...................236
Engine Oil................233
Fluids And Lubricants...........259
Fog Lights..............34, 36, 69
Folding Rear Seat............25, 29
Forward Collision Warning..........89
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle..........215
Front And Rear ParkSense System. . . .169
Front ParkSense System..........169
Fuel...................255, 257
Additives.................256
Diesel...................257
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)..........176
Gasoline.................255
Light....................66
Materials Added............256
Octane Rating.......255, 257, 259
Specifications..............259
Tank Capacity..............258
Fuses.....................192Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).........176
Gasoline (Fuel)................255
Gear Ranges..............148, 153
Gear Select Lever Override........214
Glass Cleaning................251
Gross Axle Weight Rating.........179
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating........179
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect)......295
Hazard Warning Flasher..........186
Headlights
Automatic.................
35
Cleaning.................248
Delay.................34, 36
High Beam/Low Beam Select
Switch................34, 35
Leveling..................37
Lights On Reminder...........34
Passing................34, 35
Switch...................34
Time Delay..............34, 36
Head Restraints................30
Head Rests...................30
Heated Mirrors.................34
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch.................34, 35
Hill Descent Control.............82Hill Descent Control Indicator.......82
Hill Start Assist................83
Hood Prop...................53
Hood Release.................53
Instrument Cluster..............70
Instrument Cluster Display
Instrument Cluster Display.......60
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.....250
Interior Appearance Care..........249
Interior Fuses................196
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . .37, 38
Introduction...................1
Inverter, Power.................58
iPod/USB/MP3 Control
Bluetooth Streaming Audio......295
Jacking Instructions............201
Jack Location................199
Jack Operation.........199, 201, 237
Jump Starting................211
Key Fob
Arm The Alarm..............20
Disarm The Alarm.............20
Programming Additional Key Fobs . . .19
Key Fob, Remote Keyless Entry......13
335