Integrated/Manual Ignition - If Equipped; Electronic Steering Wheel Lock; If Equipped; Mechanical Steering Wheel Lock - Jeep Compass User Manual

WARNING!
the key is turned. This also applies to
vehicles that are being towed.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
NOTE:
For further information, refer to "Starting The
Engine" in "Starting And Operating" in the
Owner's Manual.
Integrated/Manual Ignition — If Equipped
This vehicle may be equipped with an
integrated/manual ignition switch. It has
three operating positions, two with detents
and one that is spring-loaded. The detent
positions are OFF, ON/RUN, and START. The
START position is a spring-loaded momen-
tary contact position. When released from the
START position, the switch automatically re-
turns to the RUN position.
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OFF
• The engine is stopped.
• The key can be removed from the ignition
switch.
• The steering column can be locked (with
the ignition key removed).
• Some electrical devices (e.g. power locks,
alarm, etc.) are still available.
ON/RUN
• Driving position.
• Electrical devices are available.
START
• Start the engine.
The ignition switch is provided with a safety
mechanism. If the engine fails to start, the
ignition should be returned to the STOP/OFF
position prior to repeating the starting proce-
dure.
On models equipped with an automatic
transmission, the ignition key is only remov-
able when the gear selector is in PARK (P).
Electronic Steering Wheel Lock —

If Equipped

Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive
electronic steering wheel lock. This lock pre-
vents steering the vehicle with the ignition
OFF. The steering wheel lock releases with
the ignition ON. If the lock does not disen-
gage and the vehicle does not start, turn the
wheel to the left and right to disengage the
lock.
Mechanical Steering Wheel Lock —
If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a me-
chanical steering wheel lock. This lock pre-
vents steering the vehicle with the ignition
OFF. With the engine running, rotate the
steering wheel one-half revolution in either
direction (six o'clock position), turn off the
engine and remove the key. Turn the steering
wheel slightly in either direction until the
lock engages.