2019 JEEP COMPASS Owner handbook (in English)

WARNING!
• Head restraints should never be ad-
justed while the vehicle is in motion.
Driving a vehicle with the head restraints
improperly adjusted or removed could
cause serious injury or death in the
event of a collision.
Rear Head Restraints
The rear head restraints have two positions:
up or down. When the center seat is being
occupied, the head restraint should be in the
raised position. When there is no occupant in
the center seat, the head restraint can be
lowered for maximum visibility for the driver.
To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the
head restraint. To lower the head restraint,
push the adjustment button, located at the
base of the head restraint, and push down-
ward on the head restraint.NOTE:
The head restraints should only be removed
by qualified technicians, for service purposes
only. If either of the head restraints require
removal, see an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
ALL the head restraints MUST be rein-
stalled in the vehicle to properly protect
the occupants.
Outboard Head Restraint Adjustment
ButtonCenter Head Restraint Adjustment Button
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STEERING WHEEL
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
This feature allows you to tilt the steering
column upward or downward. It also allows
you to lengthen or shorten the steering col-
umn. The tilt/telescoping lever is located
below the steering wheel at the end of the
steering column.To unlock the steering column, push the
control handle downward (toward the floor).
To tilt the steering column, move the steering
wheel upward or downward as desired. To
lengthen or shorten the steering column, pull
the steering wheel outward or push it inward
as desired. To lock the steering column in
position, push the control handle upward
until fully engaged.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column
while driving or driving with the steering
column unlocked, could cause the driver
to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious
injury or death.
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
The steering wheel contains a heating ele-
ment that helps warm your hands in cold
weather. The heated steering wheel has only
one temperature setting. Once the heated
steering wheel has been turned on, it will stay
on until the operator turns it off. The heated
steering wheel may not turn on when it is
already warm.
The heated steering wheel control button is
located on the center instrument panel below
the touchscreen, as well as within the climate
or controls screen of the touchscreen.
• Press the heated steering wheel button
once to turn the heating element on.
• Press the heated steering wheel button
a second time to turn the heating element
off.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated
steering wheel to operate.
Tilt/Telescoping Lever
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Vehicles Equipped With Remote Start
On models that are equipped with remote
start, the heated steering wheel can be pro-
grammed to come on during a remote start.
This feature can be programmed through the
Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” in the Owner’s
Manual for further information.
WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to
the skin because of advanced age,
chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord in-
jury, medication, alcohol use, exhaus-
tion, or other physical conditions must
exercise care when using the steering
wheel heater. It may cause burns even at
low temperatures, especially if used for
long periods.
• Do not place anything on the steering
wheel that insulates against heat, such
as a blanket or steering wheel covers of
any type and material. This may cause
the steering wheel heater to overheat.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever controls the opera-
tion of the turn signals, headlight beam se-
lection and passing lights. The multifunction
lever is located on the left side of the steering
column.
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the right
side of the instrument panel. The switch
controls the operation of headlights, auto-
matic headlights - if equipped, front and rear
fog lights - if equipped, as well as headlight
leveling - if equipped.
Headlight Switch
1 — Instrument Panel Dimmer
2 — Headlight Leveling
3 — Push Front Fog
4 — Rotate Headlight
5 — Push Rear Fog
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Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the
first detent for parking light and instrument
panel light operation. Rotate the headlight
switch to the second detent for headlight,
parking light and instrument panel light op-
eration.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) —
If Equipped
The Daytime Running Lights will turn on
when the engine is started and remain on
unless the headlamps are turned on or the
ignition is turned OFF.
NOTE:
If allowed by law in the country in which the
vehicle was purchased the Daytime Running
Lights can be turned on and off using the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” in the Owner’s
Manual for further details.
High/Low Beam Switch
Push the multifunction lever toward the in-
strument panel to switch the headlights to
high beams. Pulling the multifunction lever
back toward the steering wheel will return the
lights to low beams.
Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control
— If Equipped
The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Control
system provides increased forward lighting at
night by automating high beam control
through the use of a digital camera mounted
on the inside rearview mirror. This camera
detects vehicle specific light and automati-
cally switches from high beams to low beams
until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
NOTE:
• The Automatic High Beam Headlamp Con-
trol can be turned on or off using the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” in the Owner’s
Manual for further information.• Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights
and taillights of vehicles in the field of view
will cause headlights to remain on longer
(closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and
other obstructions on the windshield or
camera lens will cause the system to func-
tion improperly.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your
headlights by lightly pulling the multifunc-
tion lever toward you. This will cause the high
beam headlights to turn on, and remain on,
until the lever is released.
Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns the head-
lights on or off according to ambient light
levels. To turn the system on, rotate the
headlight switch clockwise to the last detent
for automatic headlight operation. When the
system is on, the headlight time delay feature
is also on. This means the headlights will stay
on for up to 90 seconds after you place the
ignition into the OFF position. To turn the
automatic system off, move the headlight
switch out of the AUTO position.
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NOTE:
The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight
illumination for up to 90 seconds (program-
mable) when leaving your vehicle in an unlit
area.
To activate the delay feature, place the igni-
tion in the OFF position while the headlights
are still on. Then, turn off the headlights
within 45 seconds. The delay interval begins
when the headlight switch is turned off.
If you turn the headlights or parking lights on,
or place the ignition in ACC or RUN, the
system will cancel the delay.
If you turn the headlights off before the
ignition, they will turn off in the normal
manner.NOTE:
• The lights must be turned off within 45 sec-
onds of placing the ignition in the OFF
position to activate this feature. If the
headlight switch is in the AUTO position
prior to turning the ignition OFF, there is no
need to turn the headlight switch to off to
activate Headlight Delay.
• The headlight delay time is programmable
using the Uconnect System. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in
the Owner’s Manual for further details.
Lights-On Reminder — If Equipped
If the headlights or parking lights are on after
the ignition is in the OFF position, a chime
will sound to alert the driver when the driver's
door is opened.
NOTE:
Leaving the headlights, or parking lights, on
after the ignition is in the OFF position (when
the vehicle is not equipped with the
Lights-On Reminder feature) may result in
vehicle battery discharge.
Front And Rear Fog Lights — If Equipped
The fog light switches are built into the head-
light switch.
To activate the front fog lights, push the
upper half of the headlight switch. To turn off
the front fog lights, push the upper half of the
headlight switch a second time.
NOTE:
To activate the front fog lights, the parking
lights or low beam headlights must first be
activated.
To activate the rear fog lights, push the lower
half of the headlight switch. To turn off the
rear fog lights, push the lower half of the
headlight switch a second time.
NOTE:
To turn on the rear fog lights, the low beam
headlights or front fog lights must first be
active. If the vehicle is only equipped with
rear fog lights, only a single button will be
available in the center of the headlight
switch. Push once to turn the rear fog lights
on, and a second time to turn them off.
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An indicator light in the instrument cluster
illuminates when the fog lights are turned on.
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and
the arrows on each side of the instrument
cluster display flash to show proper operation
of the front and rear turn signal lights.
NOTE:
• If either light remains on and does not
flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check
for a defective outside light bulb. If an
indicator fails to light when the lever is
moved, it would suggest that the indicator
bulb is defective.
• A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in
the instrument cluster display and a con-
tinuous chime will sound if the vehicle is
driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with
either turn signal on.
•
When the Daytime Running Lights are on and
a turn signal is activated, the Daytime Run-
ning Lamp will turn off on the side of the
vehicle in which the turn signal is flashing.
The Daytime Running Lamp will turn back on
when the turn signal is turned off.
Headlight Leveling System — If Equipped
This system allows the driver to maintain
proper headlight beam position with the road
surface regardless of vehicle load.
The control switch is located on the instru-
ment panel next to the dimmer control.
To operate, rotate the control switch until the
appropriate number, which corresponds to
the load listed on the chart, aligns with the
indicator line on the switch.
0/1Driver only, or driver
and front passenger.
2All seating positions
occupied, plus an
evenly distributed
load in the luggage
compartment. The
total weight of pas-
sengers and load
does not exceed the
maximum load ca-
pacity of the vehicle.
3Driver, plus an evenly
distributed load in
the luggage compart-
ment. The total
weight of the driver
and load does not
exceed the maximum
load capacity of the
vehicle.
Battery Saver Feature
To protect the battery, the interior lights will
turn off automatically 15 minutes after the
ignition switch is moved to the OFF/LOCK
position. This will occur if the interior lights
were switched on manually or are on because
a door is open.
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS
AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer controls are lo-
cated on the windshield wiper/washer lever
on the right side of the steering column. The
front wipers are operated by rotating a switch,
located on the end of the lever. For informa-
tion on the rear wiper/washer, refer to “Rear
Window Wiper/Washer” in this section.
Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotate the end of the lever to one of the first
two detent positions for intermittent settings.
The first intermittent wiper interval is 10 sec-
onds. The second intermittent wipe interval
is based on vehicle speed. Rotate to the third
detent for low wiper operation and the fourth
detent for high wiper operation.
CAUTION!
• Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades
from returning to the “park” position. If
the windshield wiper switch is turned
off, and the blades cannot return to the
“park” position, damage to the wiper
motor may occur.
• Failure to follow these cautions can
cause damage to the heating elements:
CAUTION!
• Use care when washing the inside of
the rear window. Do not use abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window. Use a soft
cloth and a mild washing solution,
wiping parallel to the heating ele-
ments. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instru-
ments, or abrasive window cleaners
on the interior surface of the win-
dow.
• Keep all objects a safe distance
from the window.
NOTE:
Do not operate the windshield wipers with the
blades lifted from the windshield.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
1 — Rear Wiper Operation
2 — Front Wiper Operation
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Windshield Washer Operation
To use the washer, pull the lever toward you
and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is
pulled while in the intermittent setting, the
wipers will turn on and operate for several
wipe cycles after the lever is released, and
then resume the intermittent interval previ-
ously selected.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the wind-
shield could lead to a collision. You might
not see other vehicles or other obstacles.
To avoid sudden icing of the windshield
during freezing weather, warm the wind-
shield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
Mist
Push the lever upward to the MIST position
and release for a single wiping cycle.NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be
sprayed on the windshield. The wash func-
tion must be used in order to spray the
windshield with washer fluid.
Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped
This feature senses rain or snow fall on the
windshield and automatically activates the
wipers for the driver. The feature is especially
useful for road splash or overspray from the
windshield washers of the vehicle ahead.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to
one of two settings to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted
with the multifunction lever. Wiper delay po-
sition one is the least sensitive, and wiper
delay position two is the most sensitive.
Place the wiper switch in the O (off) position
when not using the system.NOTE:
• The Rain Sensing feature will not operate
when the wiper switch is in the low or
high-speed position.
• The Rain Sensing feature may not function
properly when ice, or dried salt water is
present on the windshield.
• Use of products containing wax or silicone
may reduce Rain Sensing performance.
• The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on
and off using the Uconnect System, refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in
your Owner’s Manual for further information.
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