Power Steering - Jeep Compass Operating Information Manual

The "ABS Warning Light" monitors
the ABS System. The light will
come on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position and may
stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the "ABS Warning Light" remains on or comes
on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock
portion of the brake system is not functioning
and that service is required. However, the con-
ventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the "Brake Warning Light" is not on.
If the "ABS Warning Light" is on, the brake
system should be serviced as soon as possible
to restore the benefits of anti-lock brakes. If the
"ABS Warning Light" does not come on when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON position,
have the bulb repaired as soon as possible.
If both the "Brake Warning Light" and the "ABS
Warning Light" remain on, the ABS and Elec-
tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) systems
are not functioning. Immediate repair to the ABS
is required.
When the vehicle is driven over 7 mph
(11 km/h), you may also hear a slight clicking
sound as well as some related motor noises.
These noises are the system performing its
self-check cycle to ensure that the ABS working
properly. This self-check occurs each time the
vehicle is started and accelerated past 7 mph
(11 km/h).
ABS is activated during braking under certain
road or stopping conditions. ABS-inducing con-
ditions can include ice, snow, gravel, bumps,
railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops.
You may also experience the following when the
brake system goes into anti-lock mode:
• the ABS motor running (it may continue to
run for a short time after the stop)
• the clicking sound of solenoid valves
• brake pedal pulsations
• a slight drop or fall away of the brake pedal at
the end of the stop
These are all normal characteristics of ABS.
WARNING!
The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) contains
sophisticated electronic equipment that may be
susceptible to interference caused by improp-
erly installed or high output radio transmitting
equipment. This interference can cause pos-
sible loss of Anti-Lock braking capability. Instal-
lation of such equipment should be performed
by qualified professionals.
All vehicle wheels and tires must be the same
size and type and tires must be properly inflated
to produce accurate signals for the computer.

POWER STEERING

The standard power steering system will give
you good vehicle response and increased ease
of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system
will provide mechanical steering capability if
power assist is lost.
If for some reason the power assist is inter-
rupted, it will still be possible to steer your
vehicle. Under these conditions, you will ob-
serve a substantial increase in steering effort,
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