Cargo Area Features - Jeep Compass Operating Information Manual

switches located on the front doors. The central
locking/unlocking feature (if equipped) can also
be activated from the liftgate key cylinder.
Once unlocked, the liftgate can be opened or
closed without using the key fob. To open the
liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release and pull the
liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Liftgate Handle Location
NOTE:
• In the event of a power malfunction, or the
key fob is inoperative, insert the key fob
into the liftgate lock cylinder and turn to
the right (manual lock models only). Using
the liftgate handle, pull the liftgate open
with one fluid motion.
• Although the liftgate has no inside release
mechanism, the liftgate trim panel in-
cludes an opening with a snap-in cap that
provides access to release the latch in the
event of an electrical system malfunction.
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WARNING!
• Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
You and your passengers could be injured
by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed
when you are operating the vehicle.
• If you are required to drive with the liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are
closed, and the climate control blower
switch is set at high speed. Do not use the
recirculation mode.
Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
However, because the gas pressure drops with
temperature, it may be necessary to assist the
props when opening the liftgate in cold weather.

Cargo Area Features

Cargo Light
The light is mounted in the headliner above the
cargo area to illuminate the cargo area.
Cargo Cover
The cargo area trim panels include two notches
for mounting the available tonneau cover that
accommodates the reclining rear seat.
To install the Cargo Cover, insert either end of
the cover into one of the two notches located in
the rear trim panels. With one of the cover ends
installed, push inward on the opposite end and
install it into the same notch location of the rear
trim panel.
Rear Trim Notches
Using the handle, pull the cover toward you and
guide the rear cover posts into the guides lo-
cated on both sides of the rear trim panel.
Cargo Cover Guides