Jeep Compass 2023 Owner's Manual page 221

4. Jack lifting points can be identified by a triangular
symbol on the outer rocker panel. Place the jack
underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire.
Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the
jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange,
centering the jack saddle inside the cutout in the sill
cladding.
Front Lifting Point
Front Jacking Location
Rear Lifting Point
Rear Jacking Location
5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire.
WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the
vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt
someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to
remove the tire.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire.
7. Remove the alignment pin from the jack assembly
and thread the pin into the wheel hub to assist in
mounting the spare tire.
8. Mount the spare tire.
CAUTION!
Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem
facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the
spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
Mounting Spare Tire
NOTE:
 For vehicles equipped, do not attempt to install a
center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare.
 For additional warnings, cautions, and information
about the spare tire, its use, and operation
page 264.
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