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  • Page 1 User Guide 2013 Compass...
  • Page 2 Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep is a registered ®...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME POWER INVERTER ... . . 64 POWER OUTLET ....65 WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC .
  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essen- tials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Vehicles Sold In Canada With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore. WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME Rollover Warning WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
  • Page 7 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, RAM TRUCK, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are regis- tered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC.
  • Page 8: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...
  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Air Bag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Transmission Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light...
  • Page 11 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off - High Beam Indicator Indicator - Front Fog Light - Speed Control Indicator Indicator - Hill Descent Control - Vehicle Security Indicator Indicator* - 4WD Indicator Odometer Messages door - Door Ajar LoW tirE - Low Tire Pressure...
  • Page 12: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.
  • Page 13: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. •...
  • Page 14: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.
  • Page 15: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
  • Page 16 GETTING STARTED • Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the lower and tether anchorages more easily. • Attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the seatcover material. •...
  • Page 17: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near the floor and release at the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and backward on the seat to be surer that the seat adjusters have latched.
  • Page 19: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED CAUTION! Do not place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path. WARNING! •...
  • Page 20: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT STEERING COLUMN • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. • With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired.
  • Page 21: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The controls for the front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel area. • Press the switch once to select High- level heating. Press the switch a sec- ond time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.
  • Page 22: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS • A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. • Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
  • Page 23 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Dimmer • Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened. • Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.
  • Page 24: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.
  • Page 25: Electronic Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL • The electronic speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Electronic Speed Control. • CRUISE will appear on the instru- ment cluster to indicate the Electronic Speed Control is on.
  • Page 26: Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (Cvt)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when you are not using it.
  • Page 27: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • Recirculation is allowed in defrost/floor (mix modes) for approximately five minutes. Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation •...
  • Page 28: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF • The power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening Sunroof Express • Press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Closing Sunroof Express • Press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close automatically from any position.
  • Page 29: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become en- trapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
  • Page 30: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM...
  • Page 31 ELECTRONICS...
  • Page 32: Media Center 130 (Sales Code Res)

    ELECTRONICS MEDIA CENTER 130 (SALES CODE RES) NOTE: Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these radio features should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Clock Setting •...
  • Page 33 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM or FM bands. • Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store Radio Presets • Press the “SET/RND” button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6).
  • Page 34: Media Center 130 With

    ELECTRONICS MEDIA CENTER 130 WITH SiriusXM™ SATELLITE RADIO (SALES CODE RES + RSC) NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 35 ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade • Press the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob and BASS, MID, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE will display. Rotate the “TUNE/SCROLL” control knob to select the desired setting. Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. •...
  • Page 36 ELECTRONICS CD/DISC Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through CD tracks. • Hold either button to bypass tracks without stopping. SET/RND Button (Random Play) • Press this button while the CD is playing to activate Random Play. • This feature plays the selections on the CD in random order to provide an interesting change of pace.
  • Page 37: Media Center 230 (Sales Code Req)

    ELECTRONICS MEDIA CENTER 230 (Sales Code REQ) NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 38 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press to seek through radio stations in AM, FM, or SAT bands. • Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Store Radio Presets • Press the “SET” button once and SET 1 will show in the display. Then select button (1–6).
  • Page 39 ELECTRONICS How To Load Multiple CDs/DVDs • Press the “LOAD” button and then press the button with the corresponding number (1–6) where the CD is being loaded. The radio will display PLEASE WAIT and prompt when to INSERT DISC. • After the radio displays INSERT DISC, insert the CD into the player. The radio display will show LOADING DISC when the disc is loading and “READING DISC”...
  • Page 40: Media Center 430/430N (Sales Code Rbz/Rhb)

    ELECTRONICS MEDIA CENTER 430/430N (SALES CODE RBZ/RHB) NOTE: • Your radio may not be equipped with the Uconnect™ Voice Command and Uconnect™ Phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the Voice Command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on the radio stating “Uconnect Phone not available”...
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS Menu • Press the “MENU” hard-key to access the System Setup menu and the My Files menu. • Press the “MENU” hard-key in an active mode (SAT, CD, AUX, etc.) in order to change mode specific settings. Equalizer, Balance And Fade Audio Control Menu •...
  • Page 42 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation • To access Radio Mode, touch the “RADIO” hard-key on the left side of the faceplate, then touch the “AM,” “FM” or “SAT” soft-key at the top of the screen to select the band. Seek Up/Seek Down •...
  • Page 43 ELECTRONICS CD/DVD Disc Operation • Press the “MEDIA” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen. Select the source by touching the “HDD,” “DISC,” or “AUX” media source soft-key tab. NOTE: Your Touch-Screen Radio will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system.
  • Page 44 ELECTRONICS • Pressing the “MEDIA” hard-key and then the “AUX” soft-key to change the mode to auxiliary device if the Audio Jack is connected, allowing the music from your portable device to play through the vehicle's speakers. • The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device itself, not the buttons on the radio.
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Copying Music From USB • The USB port on the radio face plate allows you to copy files to your hard drive. To access, lift up on the cover. • Insert a USB device (e.g. thumb drive or memory stick), then select “MY MUSIC soft-key.”...
  • Page 46 ELECTRONICS NOTE: • A check mark in the My Pictures screen indicates the currently used picture. • You can also delete pictures by touching the “Delete” soft-key. Playing Music From The HDD • Press the “MEDIA” hard key to display the media source tabs at the top of the screen.
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Garmin® Navigation • Media Center 430N integrates Garmin’s consumer-friendly navigation into your vehicle. Garmin Navigation includes a database with over 6 million points of ® interest. • Touch the “NAV” soft-key in the upper right corner of the screen to access the Navigation system.
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS Main Navigation Menu Finding Points Of Interest • From the main Navigation menu, touch “Where To?,” then touch “Points of Interest.” • Select a Category and then a subcat- egory, if necessary. • Select your destination and touch “Go.” Finding A Place By Spelling The Name •...
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Following Your Route • Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated. A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways. Adding A Via Point •...
  • Page 50: Siriusxm™ Satellite Radio/Travel Link

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not calculate a detour. Acquiring Satellites • The GPS Satellite strength bars indicate the strength of your satellite reception. • Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes. When at least one of the bars is green, your device has acquired satellite signals.
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS Search/Browse • Touch the “magnifying glass” soft-key to search/browse the SiriusXM™ channel listing by Favorites and Categories such as Song, Artist and Channel Name. The Search/Browse also allows you manage your Favorites. SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio Favorites (SAT Favorites) • You can save 50 favorite songs and 50 favorite artists.
  • Page 52 ELECTRONICS Display SAT Favorites List • Touch the “Search/Browse” soft-key and select “Favorites” from the SAT Browse screen. • Touch the desired favorites soft-key to switch the SAT tuner to the corre- sponding channel. • You may use the “LIST” soft-key to toggle between: •...
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS Replay Option Option Description Play/Pause Touch to Pause content playback. Touch Pause/Play again to resume playback. Rewind/RW Rewinds the channel content in steps of 5 seconds. Touch and hold to rewind continuously, then release to begin playing content at that point. Fast Forward/FW Forwards the content, and works similarly to Rewind/RW.
  • Page 54: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steer- ing wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.
  • Page 55: Uconnect™ Phone

    ELECTRONICS NOTE: The USB port supports certain Mini, Classic, Nano, Touch, and iPhone ® devices. The USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class memory devices. For supported audio file formats, refer to the USB Port section in the Owner's Manual on the DVD.
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE: • Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. • Prior to starting the pairing procedure ensure all additional phones within the vehicle have their Bluetooth ® disabled. • The Uconnect™ Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS Phonebook Phonebook Download – Automatic Phonebook Transfer From Mobile Phone If equipped and specifically supported by your phone, Uconnect™ Phone automati- cally downloads names (text names) and number entries from your mobile phone’s phonebook. Specific Bluetooth Phones with Phone Book Access Profile may ®...
  • Page 58: Uconnect™ Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle • During a call, press the “Voice Command” button • (After the BEEP), say “transfer call”. Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the “Phone” button , then adjust the volume during a normal call.
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Voice Command Operation • Start a dialogue by pressing the “Voice Command” button , you will hear a beep. The beep is your signal to give a command. Below are a list of voice commands for each of the different modes. Common Voice Commands (Examples) Main Menu “Radio AM”...
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS Memo Mode To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. The following are common voice commands for this mode: “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the recording, you may press the Voice Command button to stop recording.
  • Page 61: Bluetooth® Streaming Audio

    ELECTRONICS Bluetooth® STREAMING AUDIO • If equipped with Uconnect™ Voice Command, your Bluetooth-equipped iPod devices, cell phones or other ® media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's speak- ers. Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your Media Center...
  • Page 62: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS Compass Calibration • This compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the EVIC will display “CAL” until the compass is calibrated. • You may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 degree turns (in an area free from large metal or metallic objects) until the “CAL”...
  • Page 63: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink )

    ELECTRONICS Auto Unlock Doors On Exit • To have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened: • Enter your vehicle and close all the doors, and fasten your seat belt. • Cycle the ignition switch between the LOCK and ON position four times, ending in the LOCK position (do not start the engine).
  • Page 64 ELECTRONICS Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® • Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. • For more efficient programming and accurate transmission of the radio- frequency signal it is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device that is being programmed to the HomeLink...
  • Page 65 ELECTRONICS NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pressed. • Return to the vehicle and press the programmed HomeLink ® button twice (holding the button for two seconds each time). If the device is plugged in and activates, programming is complete.
  • Page 66: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal transceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. • Do not run your vehicle in a closed garage or confined area while programming the transceiver.
  • Page 67: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • The power outlet is located on the instrument panel below the climate control and is powered when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. • The outlet can operate a conventional cigar lighter unit or power accessories designed for use with a standard power outlet adapter.
  • Page 68: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION • This vehicle has two full time, on-demand, four-wheel-drive (4WD) systems available, Freedom Drive I and Freedom-Drive II. They provide for all-weather, all-terrain capability for added driving security in less-than-ideal road conditions. Freedom-Drive I™ Four Wheel Drive System •...
  • Page 69 OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES Trail Rated® Freedom-Drive II™Four Wheel Drive System (IF EQUIPPED) • This system offers all the benefits of Freedom Drive I™ plus the rugged ca- pability true Trail-Rated off road performance with three additional features: • Off-Road Mode • Pulling up on the T-handle while the gear shift lever is in the Low position activates the Off-Road mode.
  • Page 70: Utility

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) Engine/ Max. GTW Max. Tongue Wt. (See Frontal Area Transmission (Gross Trailer Wt.) Note) 22 sq ft (2.04 2.0L Auto/Man 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg) sq m) 22 sq ft (2.04 2.4L Auto/Man 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg)
  • Page 71: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 for U.S. Residents or 1-800-363-4869 for Cana- dian Residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number, license plate number, and your location, including the telephone number from which you are calling. •...
  • Page 72 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF. • Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under- inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
  • Page 73 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Engine Temperature Warning Light • This light warns of an overheated engine condition. • If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds 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.
  • Page 74 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Oil Pressure Warning Light • This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
  • Page 75: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message • If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a “clicking” sound is heard. • Press the odometer reset button, located below the tachometer, to turn the message off.
  • Page 76: Automatic Transmission Overheating

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
  • Page 77 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever in PARK (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmission).
  • Page 78 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body. The front locations are outlined by two triangular cutouts, the rear locations by two rectangular cutouts. • For vehicles equipped with plastic trim, the plastic has been cut away to expose the jacking locations in the body.
  • Page 79 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Remove the wheel nuts and pull the wheel and wheel covers, where applicable, off the hub. Install the spare wheel and wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the nuts. NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel nuts.
  • Page 80 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. To ease the installation process for steel wheels with wheel covers, install two lug nuts on the mounting studs which are on each side of the valve stem. Install the lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel.
  • Page 81 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Vehicles Without Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts. 3. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 4.
  • Page 82 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift.
  • Page 83: Jump-Starting Procedures

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES • If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the proce- dures in this section carefully.
  • Page 84 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure NOTE: Remove Air Intake before proceeding with this Jump-Starting procedure. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
  • Page 85: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on.
  • Page 86: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...
  • Page 87: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.
  • Page 88: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.
  • Page 89: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. • Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood open- ing. •...
  • Page 90: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 91 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 92: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Component Capacities Part We recommend you use 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters) In- MOPAR ® Antifreeze/Coolant Engine Coolant– cludes heater and coolant Ten Year/150,000 Mile For- 2.0L, 2.4L Engine recovery bottle filled to MAX mula OAT (Organic Additive level.
  • Page 93: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 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 scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
  • Page 94 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: • Check engine oil level • Check windshield washer fluid level • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering and transmission as needed •...
  • Page 95 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 150,000 240,000 140,000 224,000 130,000 208,000 120,000 192,000 110,000 176,000 100,000 160,000 90,000 144,000 80,000 128,000 70,000 112,000 60,000 96,000 50,000 80,000 40,000 64,000 30,000 48,000 20,000 32,000...
  • Page 96 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 150,000 240,000 140,000 224,000 130,000 208,000 120,000 192,000 110,000 176,000 100,000 160,000 90,000 144,000 80,000 128,000 70,000 112,000 60,000 96,000 50,000 80,000 40,000 64,000 30,000 48,000 20,000 32,000...
  • Page 97: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE RECORD Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 20,000 Miles (32,000 km) or 2 Years 30,000 Miles (48,000 km) or 3 Years 40,000 Miles (64,000 km) or 4 Years 50,000 Miles (80,000 km) or 5 Years 60,000 Miles (96,000 km) or 6 Years 70,000 Miles...
  • Page 98: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (fuses) • The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description Empty Empty 15 Amp Lt Blue AWD/4WD ECU Feed 10 Amp Red CHMSL Brake Switch Feed 10 Amp Red...
  • Page 99 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 10 Amp Red IOD Feed Intrus Mod/Siren (If Equipped) 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Heat/AC/Compass Sensor 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 3 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof Feed 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror (If Equipped) 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 2...
  • Page 100: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...
  • Page 101: Exterior Bulbs

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel's protective finish. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel's protective finish.
  • Page 102: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1–877–426–5337 CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English) Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French) ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED • To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
  • Page 103: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    • A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). • The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge websites. • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals", then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.
  • Page 104: Mopar Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic Jeep Accessories by Mopar, visit your local Jeep dealership or online at mopar.com. CHROME: •...
  • Page 105: Index

    INDEX Airbag ....12 Compartment ...88 Air Conditioning ... .25 Jump Starting .
  • Page 106 INDEX Key Fob Programmable Features . . .60 Reporting Safety Defects..101 Roll Over Warning ... .4 Lane Change and Turn Signals ..21 Lane Change Assist .
  • Page 107 INDEX Volume Washers, Windshield ..22 Navigation Voice Prompt ..45 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ..98 Wind Buffeting ... . .27 Warning, Roll Over .
  • Page 108: Faq (How To?)

    ® with the UConnect™ Hands-Free Voice Activation System? pg. 54 • How do I configure my Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)? pg. 61 UTILITY • How do I know how much I can tow with my Jeep Compass? pg. 68...
  • Page 109 FAQ (How To?) WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 69 • How do I change a flat tire? pg. 74 • How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 81 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE •...
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  • Page 115: Driving And Alcohol

    This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new Jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s...
  • Page 116 Jeep.com Download a free Vehicle Information by visiting your application store, Keyword (Jeep), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile Get the free mobile app for your phone phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft http://gettag.mobi...

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