Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message; Trailer Towing; Common Towing Definitions - Jeep Compass 2015 Operating Information Manual

• If the gas cap is not tightened properly,
the MIL will come on. Be sure the gas cap
is tightened every time the vehicle is
refueled.

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that
the fuel filler cap is loose or improperly installed,
a "gASCAP" message will be displayed in the
Odometer/Trip Odometer in the instrument clus-
ter. Refer to "Instrument Cluster Description" in
"Understanding Your Instrument Panel" for fur-
ther information. Tighten the fuel filler cap prop-
erly and press the odometer/trip odometer RE-
SET button to turn the message off. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the
next time the vehicle is started. Refer to "On-
board Diagnostic System" in "Maintaining Your
Vehicle" for further information.

TRAILER TOWING

In this section you will find safety tips and
information on limits to the type of towing you
can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before
towing a trailer, carefully review this information
to tow your load as efficiently and safely as
possible.
To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
coverage, follow the requirements and recom-
mendations in this manual concerning vehicles
used for trailer towing.

Common Towing Definitions

The following trailer towing related definitions
will assist you in understanding the following
information:
WARNING!
• An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing
Hitch system may reduce handling, stabil-
ity, braking performance, and could result
in an accident.
• Weight Distributing Systems may not be
compatible with Surge Brake Couplers.
Consult with your hitch and trailer manu-
facturer or a reputable Recreational Ve-
hicle dealer for additional information.
All trailer hitches should be professionally in-
stalled on your vehicle.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle. This includes driver, passengers,
cargo, and tongue weight. The total load must
be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the
weight of all cargo, consumables and equip-
ment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on
the trailer in its "loaded and ready for operation"
condition. The recommended way to measure
GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a
vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer
must be supported by the scale.
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total permissible weight of
your vehicle and trailer when weighed in com-
bination.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front
and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front
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