2019 JEEP COMPASS charging

— Battery Charge Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
battery is not charging properly. If it stays on
while the engine is running, there may be a
malfunction with the charging system. Con-
tact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
This indicates a possible problem with the
electrical system or a related component.
— Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a door is
ajar/open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a
single chime.
— Electric Power Steering Fault
Warning Light
This warning light will turn on when there's a
fault with the EPS (Electric Power Steering)
system. Refer to “Power Steering” in “Start-
ing And Operating” in the Owner’s Manual for
further information.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist
could pose a safety risk to yourself and
others. Service should be obtained as soon
as possible.
— Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to indicate
a problem with the Electronic Throttle Con-
trol (ETC) system. If a problem is detected
while the vehicle is running, the light will
either stay on or flash depending on the
nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition
when the vehicle is safely and completely
stopped and the transmission is placed in the
PARK position. The light should turn off. If
the light remains on with the vehicle running,
your vehicle will usually be drivable; however,
see an authorized dealer for service as soon
as possible.
NOTE:
This light may turn on if the accelerator and
brake pedals are pressed at the same time.If the light continues to flash when the ve-
hicle is running, immediate service is re-
quired and you may experience reduced per-
formance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine
stall and your vehicle may require towing.
The light will come on when the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN posi-
tion and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If
the light does not come on during starting,
have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
— Engine Temperature Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to warn of
an overheated engine condition. If the engine
coolant temperature is too high, this light will
illuminate and a single chime will sound.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull
over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is
on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature reading does not return to nor-
mal, turn the engine off immediately and call
for service.
Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “In
Case Of Emergency” for further information.
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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.
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
the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific
ground point, do not use any other exposed
metal parts.
Suitable Engine Ground
(Example Engine Shown)
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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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.
IF YOUR ENGINE
OVERHEATS
In any of the following situations, you can
reduce the potential for overheating your en-
gine by taking the appropriate action.
• On the highways — slow down.
• In city traffic — while stopped, place the
transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not in-
crease engine idle speed.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature
gauge reads “H,” pull over and stop the
vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air con-
ditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H” and you hear continu-
ous chimes, turn the engine off immedi-
ately and call for service.
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Accessories..................280
Mopar...................280
Active Speed Limiter............162
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control)..............165
Adding Fuel.................183
Additives, Fuel................269
AirBag ....................108
Air Bag Operation............109
Air Bag Warning Light.........107
Enhanced Accident Response .119, 230
Event Data Recorder (EDR)......230
If Deployment Occurs.........118
Knee Impact Bolsters.........115
Maintaining Your Air Bag System . .121
Maintenance...............121
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light . .108
Side Air Bags..............115
Transporting Pets............137
Air Bag Light...........64, 107, 139
Air Conditioner Maintenance.......245
Air Conditioner Refrigerant........245
Air Conditioner System...........245
Air Conditioning................46
Air Conditioning Filter.........48, 245Air Conditioning, Operating Tips......47
Air Pressure
Tires....................251
Alarm
Arm The System.............18
Disarm The System............19
Security Alarm............18, 68
Alarm System
Security Alarm............18, 19
Android Auto.............293, 330
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)........274
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).......79
Anti-Lock Warning Light...........68
Apple CarPlay.............294, 330
Arming System
Security Alarm..............18
Assist, Hill Start................86
Audio Jack..............
.291, 299
Audio Systems (Radio)...........285
Auto Down Power Windows.........49
Automatic Headlights............34
Automatic High Beams...........34
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . .47
Automatic Transaxle............151
Automatic Transmission..........152Adding Fluid...............279
Fluid Level Check............249
Fluid Type.............249, 279
Special Additives............249
Auto Up Power Windows...........49
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet
(Power Outlet)...............56
Auxiliary (Power Outlet)...........56
Axle Lubrication...............279
Battery..................66, 244
Charging System Light..........66
Belts, Seat..................138
Blind Spot Monitoring............88
Brake Assist System...........80, 91
Brake Control System, Electronic.....80
Brake Fluid..................279
Brake System................248
Fluid Check............248, 279
Master Cylinder.............248
Parking..................145
Warning Light...............65
Brake/Transmission Interlock.......152
Bulb Replacement.............193
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