2019 JEEP COMPASS warning light

Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN
or ACC/ON/RUN, the ESC system will be on,
even if it was turned off previously.
— Fuel Cutoff Warning Light —
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate after an
accident has occurred, and the system has
shut the fuel off.
— LaneSense Warning Light —
If Equipped
The LaneSense Warning Light will be solid
yellow when the vehicle is approaching a lane
marker. The warning light will flash when the
vehicle is crossing the lane marker.
Refer to “LaneSense — If Equipped" in
“Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion.
— Service LaneSense Warning Light
— If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the
LaneSense system is not operating and re-
quires service. Please see an authorized
dealer.
— Low Coolant Level Warning Light
This telltale will turn on to indicate the ve-
hicle coolant level is low.
— Low Fuel Warning Light
Depending on whether the tank size is
13.5 gal (51 L) or 15.8 gal (60 L), the Low
Fuel Indicator Light will turn on when the fuel
level goes below 1.5 gal (5.6 L) or 1.7 gal
(6.6 L) respectively.
— Low Washer Fluid Warning Light —
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the
windshield washer fluid is low.
— Engine Check/Malfunction
Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic
System called OBD II that monitors engine
and automatic transmission control systems.
This warning light will illuminate when the
ignition is in the ON/RUN position beforeengine start. If the bulb does not come on
when turning the ignition switch from OFF to
ON/RUN, have the condition checked
promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing
gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illumi-
nate the light after engine start. The vehicle
should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving styles. In most
situations, the vehicle will drive normally and
will not require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may
flash to alert serious conditions that could
lead to immediate loss of power or severe
catalytic converter damage. The vehicle
should be serviced by an authorized dealer as
soon as possible if this occurs.WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as
referenced above, can reach higher tem-
peratures than in normal operating condi-
tions. This can cause a fire if you drive
slowly or park over flammable substances
such as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc.
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WARNING!
This could result in death or serious injury
to the driver, occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) on could cause dam-
age to the vehicle control system. It also
could affect fuel economy and driveability.
If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon
occur. Immediate service is required.
— AdBlue (UREA) Injection System
Failure Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate along with a
dedicated message on the display (If
Equipped) if an unknown fluid not conform-
ing with acceptable characteristics is in-
serted, or if an average consumption of Ad-
Blue (UREA) over 50% is detected. Contact
an authorized dealer as soon as possible.If the problem is not solved, a specific mes-
sage will appear on the Instrument Cluster
Display whenever a certain threshold is
reached until it will no longer be possible to
start the engine.
When about 125 mi (200 km) are remaining
before the AdBlue (UREA) tank is empty, a
continuous dedicated message will appear on
the instrument panel, accompanied by a
buzzer sound (If Equipped).
— Service Adaptive Cruise Control
Warning Light — If Equipped
This light will turn on when a ACC is not
operating and needs service. Refer to “Adap-
tive Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Starting And
Operating” for further information.
SERV4WD— Service 4WD Warning Light —
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to signal a
fault with the 4WD system. If the light stays
on or comes on during driving, it means that
the 4WD system is not functioning properly
and that service is required. We recommend
you drive to the nearest service center and
have the vehicle serviced immediately.
— Service Forward Collision Warning
(FCW) Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
a fault in the Forward Collision Warning Sys-
tem. Contact an authorized dealer for service.
Refer to "Forward Collision Warning (FCW)" in
"Safety" for further information.
— Service Stop/Start System Warning
Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the
Stop/Start system is not functioning properly
and service is required. Contact an autho-
rized dealer for service.
— Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light
The warning light switches on and a message
is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure
is lower than the recommended value and/or
that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these
cases, optimal tire duration and fuel con-
sumption may not be guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition
mentioned above, the display will show the
indications corresponding to each tire.
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— Towing Hook Breakdown Warning
Light — If Equipped
This light illuminates when there is a failure
with the tow hook. Contact an authorized
dealer for service.
Yellow Indicator Lights
— 4WD Low Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is
in the four-wheel drive LOW mode. The front
and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked
together forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed. Low range provides
a greater gear reduction ratio to provide in-
creased torque at the wheels.
Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation — If
Equipped” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information on four-wheel drive op-
eration and proper use.
— 4WD Lock Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is
in the four-wheel drive LOCK mode. The front
and rear driveshafts are mechanically locked
together, forcing the front and rear wheels to
rotate at the same speed.
Refer to “Four-Wheel Drive Operation” in
“Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion on four-wheel drive operation and proper
use.
— Active Speed Limiter Fault
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to signal
when there is a fault detected with the Active
Speed Limiter.
— Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Cleaning In Progress Indicator Light —
Diesel Versions With DPF Only (If Equipped)
This indicator light will illuminate, or a mes-
sage will appear, to indicate that the DPF
system needs to eliminate the trapped pollut-
ants (particulate) through the regeneration
process.The light/message does not switch on during
every DPF regeneration, but only when driv-
ing conditions require that the driver is noti-
fied. To turn off the symbol, keep the vehicle
in motion until the regeneration process is
over. On average, the process lasts 15 min-
utes.
Optimal conditions for completing the pro-
cess are achieved by travelling at 37 mph
(60 km/h) with engine speed above
2000 rpm.
When this light/message switches on, it does
not indicate a vehicle failure and thus it
should not be taken to a workshop.
NOTE:
On some versions, together with the symbol
switching on, the display shows a dedicated
message.CAUTION!
Vehicle travel speed should always be
adapted to the traffic and weather condi-
tions, and must always comply with traffic
regulations.
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CAUTION!
The engine can be turned off if the DPF
warning light is on; however, repeated in-
terruptions of the regeneration process
could cause premature deterioration of the
engine oil. For this reason, it is important
to wait for the symbol to turn off before
turning off the engine. Do not complete
the DPF regeneration process when the
vehicle is stopped.
— Forward Collision Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This telltale will turn on to warn you of a
possible collision with the vehicle in front of
you.
— Forward Collision Warning Off
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light illuminates to indicate
that Forward Collision Warning is off.
— Immobilizer Fail / VPS Electrical
Alarm Indicator Light
This telltale will illuminate when the vehicle
security alarm system has detected an at-
tempt to break into the vehicle.NOTE:
After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN
position, the Vehicle Security Warning Light
could illuminate if a problem with the system
is detected. This condition will result in the
engine being shut off after two seconds.
— Low Diesel Exhaust Emissions
Additive AdBlue (UREA) Indicator Light —
If Equipped
The Low Diesel Exhaust Emissions Additive
AdBlue (UREA) indicator light illuminates
when the AdBlue (UREA) level is low.
Fill the AdBlue (UREA) tank as soon as pos-
sible with at least 1.3 gallons (5 liters) of
AdBlue (UREA).
If filling the tank is done with a remaining
range of AdBlue (UREA) in the tank equal to
zero, you may need to wait 2 minutes before
starting the vehicle.
Refer to “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
— Rear Fog Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when the
rear fog lights are on.
— Water In Fuel Indicator Light —
If Equipped
The “Water In Fuel Indicator Light” will illu-
minate when there is water detected in the
fuel filter. If this light remains on, DO NOT
start the vehicle before you drain the water
from the fuel filter to prevent engine damage,
and please see an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
The presence of water in the fuel system
circuit may cause severe damage to the
injection system and irregular engine op-
eration. If the indicator light is illumi-
nated, contact an authorized dealer as
soon as possible to bleed the system. If the
above indications come on immediately
after refuelling, water has probably been
poured into the tank: switch the engine off
immediately and contact an authorized
dealer.
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— Cruise Control SET Indicator Light
— If Equipped With A Premium Instrument
Cluster
This indicator light will illuminate when the
speed control is set to the desired speed.
Refer to “Speed Control — If Equipped” in
“Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion.
— Stop/Start Active Indicator Light —
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when the
Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” mode.
— Automatic High Beam Indicator
Light — If Equipped
This indicator shows that the automatic high
beam headlights are on.
White Indicator Lights
— Active Speed Limiter Ready
Indicator Light — If Equipped With A
Premium Instrument Cluster
This light will illuminate when the Active Speed
Limiter has been turned on, but not set.
Refer to “Active Speed Limiter — If
Equipped” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
— Active Speed Limiter SET Indicator
Light — If Equipped With A Base Instrument
Cluster
This light will turn on when the Active Speed
Limiter is on and set to a specific speed.
Refer to “Active Speed Limiter — If
Equipped” in “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
— LaneSense Indicator Light —
If Equipped
When the LaneSense system is ON, but not
armed, the LaneSense indicator light illumi-
nates solid white. This occurs when only left,
right, or neither lane line has been detected.
If a single lane line is detected, the system is
ready to provide only visual warnings if an
unintentional lane departure occurs on the
detected lane line.
Refer to “LaneSense — If Equipped" in
“Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion.
— Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator
Light — If Equipped
This indicator shows when the Hill Descent
Control (HDC) feature is turned on. The lamp
will be on solid when HDC is armed. HDC can
only be armed when the transfer case is in the
“4WD LOW” position and the vehicle speed
is less then 7.5 mph (12 km/h). If these
conditions are not met while attempting to
use the HDC feature, the HDC indicator light
will flash on/off.
— Cruise Control Ready Indicator
Light — If Equipped With A Premium Instru-
ment Cluster
This light will turn on when the speed control
has been turned on, but not set. Refer to
“Speed Control — If Equipped” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
— Cruise Control SET Indicator Light
— If Equipped With Base Instrument Cluster
This indicator light will illuminate when the
speed control is set.
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Refer to “Speed Control — If Equipped” in
“Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion.
— Speed Warning Indicator Light — If
Equipped
When Set Speed Warning is turned on and
when the set speed is exceeded, a single
chime will sound along with pop up message
of “Speed Warning Exceeded.” Speed Warn-
ing can be turned on and off in the instru-
ment cluster display.
Refer to “Instrument Cluster Display Menu
Items” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument
Panel” in the Owner’s Manual for further
information.
The number “55” is only an example of a
speed that can be set.
Blue Indicator Lights
— High Beam Indicator Light
This indicator light will illuminate to indicate
that the high beam headlights are on. With
the low beams activated, push the multifunc-
tion lever forward (toward the front of the
vehicle) to turn on the high beams. Pull the
multifunction lever rearward (toward the rear
of the vehicle) to turn off the high beams. If
the high beams are off, pull the lever toward
you for a temporary high beam on, "flash to
pass" scenario.
Gray Indicator Lights
— Cruise Control Ready Indicator
Light — If Equipped With Base Instrument
Cluster
This light will turn on when the speed control
has been turned on, but not set. Refer to
“Speed Control — If Equipped” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
— Active Speed Limiter Ready
Indicator Light — If Equipped With A Base
Instrument Cluster
This light will turn on when the Active Speed
Limiter is on, but not set.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated
Onboard Diagnostic system called OBD II.
This system monitors the performance of the
emissions, engine, and automatic transmis-
sion control systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will provide
excellent performance and fuel economy, as
well as emissions well within current govern-
ment regulations.
If any of these systems require service, the
OBD II system will turn on the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL). It will also store diag-
nostic codes and other information to assist
your service technician in making repairs.
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable
and not need towing, see an authorized
dealer for service as soon as possible.
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SAFETY FEATURES
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) provides
increased vehicle stability and brake perfor-
mance under most braking conditions. The
system automatically prevents wheel lock,
and enhances vehicle control during braking.
The ABS performs a self-check cycle to en-
sure that the ABS is working properly each
time the vehicle is started and driven. During
this self-check, you may hear a slight clicking
sound as well as some related motor noises.
ABS is activated during braking when the
system detects one or more wheels begin to
lock. Road conditions such as ice, snow,
gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris,
or panic stops may increase the likelihood of
ABS activation(s).
You also may experience the following when
ABS activates:
• The ABS motor noise (it may continue to
run for a short time after the stop).
• The clicking sound of solenoid valves.• Brake pedal pulsations.
• A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end
of the stop.
These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
WARNING!
• The ABS contains sophisticated elec-
tronic equipment that may be suscep-
tible to interference caused by improp-
erly installed or high output radio
transmitting equipment. This interfer-
ence can cause possible loss of anti-lock
braking capability. Installation of such
equipment should be performed by
qualified professionals.
• Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will
diminish their effectiveness and may
lead to a collision. Pumping makes the
stopping distance longer. Just press
firmly on your brake pedal when you
need to slow down or stop.
• The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws
of physics from acting on the vehicle,
nor can it increase braking or steering
efficiency beyond that afforded by the
WARNING!
condition of the vehicle brakes and tires
or the traction afforded.
• The ABS cannot prevent collisions, in-
cluding those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle
too closely, or hydroplaning.
• The capabilities of an ABS equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner that could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety
of others.
ABS is designed to function with the OEM
tires. Modification may result in degraded
ABS performance.
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
The yellow “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light”
will turn on when the ignition is turned to the
ON/RUN mode and may stay on for as long as
four seconds.
If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” re-
mains on or comes on while driving, it indi-
cates that the anti-lock portion of the brake
system is not functioning and that service is
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required. However, the conventional brake
system will continue to operate normally if
the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on.
If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light” is on,
the brake system should be serviced as soon
as possible to restore the benefits of anti-lock
brakes. If the “Anti-Lock Brake Warning
Light” does not come on when the ignition is
turned to the ON/RUN mode, have the light
repaired as soon as possible.
Electronic Brake Control System
Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced
Electronic Brake Control system (EBC). This
system includes Electronic Brake Force Dis-
tribution (EBD), Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Hill Start
Assist (HSA), Traction Control System (TCS),
Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Elec-
tronic Roll Mitigation (ERM). These systems
work together to enhance both vehicle stabil-
ity and control in various driving conditions.Your vehicle may also be equipped with
Ready Alert Braking (RAB), Rain Brake Sup-
port (RBS), Trailer Sway Control (TSC), Hill
Descent Control (HDC), and Dynamic Steer-
ing Torque (DST).
Traction Control System (TCS)
This system monitors the amount of wheel
spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel
spin is detected, the TCS may apply brake
pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or re-
duce vehicle power to provide enhanced ac-
celeration and stability. A feature of the TCS,
Brake Limited Differential (BLD), functions
similar to a limited slip differential and con-
trols the wheel spin across a driven axle. If
one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster
than the other, the system will apply the
brake of the spinning wheel. This will allow
more vehicle torque to be applied to the
wheel that is not spinning. BLD may remain
enabled even if TCS and ESC are in a reduced
mode.
Brake Assist System (BAS) — If Equipped
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s
braking capability during emergency braking
maneuvers. The system detects an emer-
gency braking situation by sensing the rate
and amount of brake application and then
applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This
can help reduce braking distances. The BAS
complements the anti-lock brake system
(ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly re-
sults in the best BAS assistance. To receive
the benefit of the system, you must apply
continuous braking pressure during the stop-
ping sequence, (do not “pump” the brakes).
Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless
braking is no longer desired. Once the brake
pedal is released, the BAS is deactivated.
WARNING!
The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot
prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase
the traction afforded by prevailing road
conditions. BAS cannot prevent collisions,
including those resulting from excessive
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