2019 JEEP COMPASS towing

SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for guaranteeing a
long life for the car under the best conditions.
For this reason, Jeep has planned a series of
checks and services at fixed distance inter-
vals and, where provided, at fixed time inter-
vals, as described in the Scheduled Servicing
plan. To keep the car’s efficiency in tip-top
condition, in the following Scheduled Service
plan pages a few additional checks are listed
that should be carried out more frequently
with respect to the normal coupon redemp-
tion schedule. Scheduled Servicing is offered
by all authorized dealerships according to
fixed time or mileage intervals. If, during
each operation, in addition to the ones sched-
uled, the need arises for further replace-
ments or repairs, these may be carried out
with the owner's explicit agreement only.
The technicians at your dealership know your
vehicle best, and have access to factory trained
information, genuine Mopar parts, and specially
designed electronic and mechanical tools that
can help prevent future costly repairs. If your car
is used frequently for towing, the interval be-
tween one scheduled servicing operation and
the next should be reduced. More frequentmaintenance may be needed for vehicles in
severe operating conditions, such as dusty areas
and very short trip driving.
NOTE:
Scheduled Servicing interventions are set out
by the Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty. It is
advised to inform an authorized dealership of
any small operating irregularities without
waiting for the next service.
1.4L Gasoline Engine
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 9,000 miles (15,000 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 reservoir
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 maintenance
items may result in damage to the vehicle.
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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.
Heavy Duty Use Of Vehicle
**** Change the engine oil and engine oil
filter at every 4500 miles (7,500 km) or
12 months if using your vehicle under any of
the following severe duty conditions:
• Stop and go driving.
• Driving in dusty conditions.
• Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
• Trailer towing.• Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial
service).
• Off-road or desert operation.
Diesel Engines
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for engine oil
replacement.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil
change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your
vehicle. Operating conditions such as fre-
quent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures will influence
when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can
cause the change oil message to illuminate
as earlier than specified. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next
500 miles (805 km).To help you have the best driving experience
possible, the manufacturer has identified the
specific vehicle maintenance service inter-
vals that are required to keep your vehicle
operating properly and safely.
The manufacturer recommends that these
maintenance intervals be performed at your
selling dealer. The technicians at your deal-
ership know your vehicle best, and have ac-
cess to factory trained information, genuine
Mopar parts, and specially designed elec-
tronic and mechanical tools that can help
prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be
performed as indicated in this section.
NOTE:
•The actual interval for changing engine oil
and replacing the engine oil filter depends on
the vehicle usage conditions, and is signaled
by the warning light or message in the instru-
ment panel. In any case, it must never exceed
12,000 miles (20,000km) or 1 year.
•Flush and replace the engine coolant at
120 months or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first.
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)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
Or Years: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
20,000
40,000
60,000
80,000
100,000
120,000
140,000
160,000
180,000
200,000
220,000
240,000
260,000
280,000
300,000
Inspect the brake linings, replace if necessary. X X X X X X X
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels. (°) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air cleaner filter. X X X X X X X
Replace air conditioning/cabin air filter. X X X X X X X
Change brake fluid every 24 months if using DOT 4 brake fluid.
(***)XXX X X X X
Replace the engine fuel filter. X X X X X X X
Inspect accessory drive belt. (**) X X X
Replace accessory drive belt. (**) X X
Change the manual transmission fluid if using your vehicle for
any of the following: trailer towing, heavy loading, taxi, police,
delivery service (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or
more than 50% of your driving is at sustained speeds during hot
weather, above 90°F (32°C).XX X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.XX
Inspect timing drive belt (**) X X X
Replace timing drive belt. (**) X X
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Under normal operating conditions, the cata-
lytic converter will not require maintenance.
However, it is important to keep the engine
properly tuned to assure proper catalyst opera-
tion and prevent possible catalyst damage.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being
assessed against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly mal-
functioning engine operation, a scorching
odor may suggest severe and abnormal cata-
lyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the ve-
hicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufactur-
er's specifications, should be obtained imme-
diately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic con-
verter damage:
• Do not interrupt the ignition when the
transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the vehicle by pushing or
towing the vehicle.• Do not idle the engine with any ignition
components disconnected or removed,
such as when diagnostic testing, or for
prolonged periods during very rough idle or
malfunctioning operating conditions.Cooling System
WARNING!
• You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam
from your radiator. If you see or hear
steam coming from under the hood, do
not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never open a cooling
system pressure cap when the radiator or
coolant bottle is hot.
• Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry
away from the radiator cooling fan when
the hood is raised. The fan starts auto-
matically and may start at any time,
whether the engine is running or not.
• When working near the radiator cooling
fan, turn the ignition to the OFF mode.
The fan is temperature controlled and
can start at any time the ignition is in the
ON mode.
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection
every 12 months (before the onset of freezing
weather, where applicable). If the engine
coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appear-
ance, the system should be drained, flushed
and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-
freeze). Check the front of the A/C condenser
for any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If
dirty, clean by gently spraying water from a
garden hose vertically down the face of the
condenser.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to prevent
loss of engine coolant (antifreeze), and to
ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) will
return to the radiator from the coolant expan-
sion bottle/recovery tank if so equipped.
The cap should be inspected and cleaned if
there is any accumulation of foreign material
on the sealing surfaces.
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Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings
than what was originally equipped with your
vehicle and should not be operated at sus-
tained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). For
speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to
original equipment or an authorized tire
dealer for recommended safe operating
speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pres-
sures.
While studded tires improve performance on
ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry
surfaces may be poorer than that of non-
studded tires. Some states prohibit studded
tires; therefore, local laws should be checked
before using these tire types.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit
instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire
Service Kit” in “In Case Of Emergency” in
the Owner’s Manual for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance,
do not take your vehicle through an auto-
matic car wash with a compact or limited
use temporary spare installed. Damage to
the vehicle may result.
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in
“Starting And Operating” in the Owner’s
Manual for restrictions when towing with a
spare tire designated for temporary emer-
gency use.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare
tire and wheel equivalent in look and func-
tion to the original equipment tire and wheel
found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle.
This spare tire may be used in the tire rota-
tion for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this
option, refer to an authorized tire dealer for
the recommended tire rotation pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emer-
gency use only. You can identify if your ve-
hicle is equipped with a compact spare by
looking at the spare tire description on the
Tire and Loading Information Placard located
on the driver’s side door opening or on the
sidewall of the tire. Compact spare tire de-
scriptions begin with the letter “T” or “S”
preceding the size designation. Example:
T145/80D18 103M.
T,S=Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the
original equipment tire should be repaired (or
replaced) and reinstalled on your vehicle at
the first opportunity.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to
mount a conventional tire on the compact
spare wheel, since the wheel is designed
specifically for the compact spare tire. Do not
install more than one compact spare tire and
wheel on the vehicle at any given time.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
AND CO2 EMISSIONS
The fuel consumption and CO2emission fig-
ures declared by the manufacturer are deter-
mined on the basis of the type-approval tests
laid down by the applicable standards in the
country where the vehicle is registered.
The type of route, traffic conditions, weather
conditions, driving style, general condition of
the vehicle, trim level/equipment/ accesso-
ries, use of the climate control system, ve-
hicle load, presence of roof racks and other
situations that adversely affect the aerody-
namics or wind resistance lead to different
fuel consumption values than those mea-
sured.The fuel consumption will only become more
regular after driving the first 1,864 miles
(3000 km).
To find the specific fuel consumption and
CO
2emission figures for this vehicle, please
refer to the data in the Certificate of Confor-
mity, and the related documentation that
accompanies the vehicle.
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
Authentic Accessories By Mopar
• The following highlights just some of the
many Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar
featuring a fit, finish, and functionality
specifically for your Jeep Vehicle.• In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain
far more than expressive style, premium
protection, or extreme entertainment, you
also benefit from enhancing your vehicle
with accessories that have been thoroughly
tested and factory-approved.
• For the full line of Authentic Jeep Accesso-
ries by Mopar, visit your local dealership.
NOTE:
All parts are subject to availability.
EXTERIOR:
• Rock Rails • Front End Cover • Hood And Bodyside Decals
• Wheels • Splash Guards • Air Deflectors
• Wheel Locks • Locking Gas Cap • Hitch Receiver
• License Plate Frames • Valve Stem Covers
• Towing Accessories
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Bulbs, Light.................140
Camera, Rear................179
Capacities, Fluid..............274
Caps, Filler
Fuel....................180
Oil (Engine)...............240
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)......247
Carbon Monoxide Warning.....138, 272
Car Washes..................260
Chains, Tire..................257
Change Oil Indicator.............61
Changing A Flat Tire.........208, 250
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)..............77
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety. . . .138
Checks, Safety................138
Child Safety Locks..............23
Cleaning
Windshield Wiper Blades.......245
Climate Control................39
Clock Settings................284
Compact Spare Tire.............256
Computer, Trip/Travel.............64
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) . .247
Cooling System...............247
Coolant Level..............247Cooling Capacity............274
Pressure Cap...............247
Radiator Cap...............247
Selection Of Coolant
(Antifreeze)............274, 276
Cruise Light.............74, 75, 76
Customer Assistance............332
Customer Programmable Features. . . .307
Cybersecurity.................282
Daytime Running Lights........33, 34
Dealer Service................245
Defroster, Windshield............139
Diagnostic System, Onboard........76
Diesel Fuel.................
.272
Diesel Fuel Requirements
.........272
Dimmer Switch
Headlight...............33, 34
Dipsticks
Oil (Engine)...............243
Disabled Vehicle Towing..........226
Do Not Disturb............320, 329
Door Ajar.................66, 67
Door Ajar Light..............66, 67
Drag And Drop Menu............289
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt............24Easy Entry Seats...............27
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary
(Power Outlet)...............56
Electric Brake Control System.......80
Anti-Lock Brake System.........79
Traction Control System.........80
Electric Parking Brake...........145
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control)..............163
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).....82
Electronic Throttle Control
Warning Light...............66
Emergency, In Case Of
Hazard Warning Flasher........193
Jacking...............208, 250
Jump Starting..............220
Tow Hooks................228
Towing...................226
Emission Control System
Maintenance................77
Emissions...................280
Engine.....................240
Checking Oil Level...........243
Coolant (Antifreeze)..........276
Cooling..................247
Exhaust Gas Caution.......138, 272
Jump Starting..............220
INDEX
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Memory Feature (Memory Seats)......26
Memory Seat..................26
Mini-Trip Computer..............64
Monitor, Tire Pressure System.......94
Mopar Accessories.............280
Multi-Function Control Lever........33
Navigation..................308
Occupant Restraints.............98
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) . .269, 276
Oil, Engine..................276
Capacity.................274
Checking.................243
Dipstick..................243
Filter....................276
Pressure Warning Light.........67
Recommendation............274
Viscosity.................274
Oil Pressure Light...............67
Onboard Diagnostic System.........76
Operating Precautions............76
Overheating, Engine............223
Paddle Shifters...............156
Parking Brake................145ParkSense
Front And Rear.............170
ParkSense Active Park Assist.......173
ParkSense System, Rear..........168
Passenger Airbag Disable OFF......110
Passenger Airbag Disable ON.......110
Personalized Main Menu..........289
Pets......................137
Phonebook..................320
Phone (Uconnect)..............313
Pairing..................316
Power
Inverter...................58
Liftgate...................54
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . . .56
Sunroof...................50
Windows..................48
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts.....106
Preparation For Jacking.........
.209
Radial Ply Tires...............252
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . .247
Radio
Presets...........285, 290, 298
Radio Operation...........283, 288
Radio Screens.............288, 296Rain Sensitive Wiper System........38
Rear Camera.................179
Rear Cross Path................90
Rear ParkSense System.......168, 170
Rear Seats, Folding..............25
Rear Wiper/Washer..............39
Recreational Towing.............191
Release, Hood.................53
Reminder, Lights On..........33, 35
Reminder, Seat Belt.............99
Remote Control
Starting System..............17
Remote Keyless Entry............13
Arm The Alarm..............18
Disarm The Alarm.............19
Remote Starting System...........17
Replacement Keys..............14
Replacement Tires.............254
Restraints, Head...............29
Roll Over Warning................2
Roof Type Carrier...............59
Rotation, Tires................258
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle.......138
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle......140
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