5.3 LIFTING THE CAR 6 . Te c h n i c a l s p e c i f i c a t i o n s 6.1 TYRES - COLD INFLATION PRESSURE 6.2 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Jeep Compass Contents...
VIN. This number is also shown on the label affixed on one of the windows, on the registration certificate and on the ownership certificate. Chassis number VIN position on the right front body IMPORTANT: Removing or modifying the VIN number is illegal. Jeep Compass Vehicle identification data...
The emergency key can also be used to close the glove compartment. To extract the emergency key, make the retainer slide on the upper part of the key with your thumb and then extract the key with your other hand. Jeep Compass Vehicle accessibility and starting...
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2.1.1 Unlocking the doors and the tailgate Press and release the Unlock button on the key once only to unlock the driver side door or twice within five seconds to unlock all doors and the tailgate. Jeep Compass Vehicle accessibility and starting...
The engine is off. • Some electrical functions, such as the central door locking system, the alarm system etc. are still available. • Driving mode. • All electrical functions are available. START • Start the engine. Jeep Compass Vehicle accessibility and starting...
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STOP/ OFF position before repeating the starting procedure. On versions with automatic transmission, the key can be extracted only when the gear selector is in the P (park) position. Jeep Compass Vehicle accessibility and starting...
3 . E l e c t r i c a l s y s t e m COMPONENTS The main components in the electrical system are illustrated here. Battery Engine compartment junction unit Fusebox on battery Power Socket Body Computer Diagnosis socket Luggage compartment fusebox Jeep Compass Electrical system...
Maxifuse box on the battery; 3.2.1 Distribution unit/fusebox in engine compart- ment The engine compartment fuse panel is located on the left side of the engine compartment. Undo the screw (1) and lift the protection (2). Jeep Compass Electrical system...
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Engine control module power supply, automatic transmission 10 A Engine secondary loads 10 A 12 V ignition-switch powered socket in rear luggage compartment 20 A A/C compressor and radiator fan activation PWM 7.5 A Cigarette lighter 20 A Jeep Compass Electrical system...
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The fusebox has additional ATO fuse holders installed on the bottom of the box. Description Fuse Ampere Transmission control module (4x4/AWD) 5 A beige ECM - Start diagnostic detection 10 A red Steering control module 2 A grey Jeep Compass Electrical system...
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Press the tabs (1) and lift the lid (2). Description Fuse Ampere Radiator fan 400W 50 A Radiator fan 600W 80 A 70 A Heater PTC 2 70 A Starter motor relay power (ESS) 40 A Starter motor power Alternator Jeep Compass Electrical system...
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3.2.3 Body Computer control unit The Body Computer is positioned on the left side of the passenger compartment under the dashboard. Jeep Compass Electrical system...
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Terrain Select, heated rear window, trailer towing, tactile lane departure warning system Keyless ignition module, electric parking brake, RF hub, 7.5 A instrument panel ECC (HVAC) fan, driver's seat lumbar adjustment, power socket 15 A Jeep Compass Electrical system...
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20 A Electrically adjustable seat (passenger side) 30 A Electrically adjustable seat (driver side) 30 A Electric lumbar adjustment (electrically adjustable seats) 7.5 A Heated steering wheel / ventilated seats 15 A Heated seats 20 A Jeep Compass Electrical system...
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HI-FI sound system (ATO / UNI-VAL FUSE) 25 A Description Fuse Ampere External lights on trailer control module 10 A External lights control module (driver side) 15 A External lights control module (passenger side) 15 A TTM jumper battery power 10 A Jeep Compass Electrical system...
MULTIPLE DIAGNOSIS CONNECTOR The diagnosis connector is located under the dashboard on the driver side, near the front pillar. Jeep Compass Electrical system...
12 V: the battery, the starter, the alternator and the electrical system could be damaged. 4.2.1 Preparation to jump starting The car battery is located in the front part of the engine compartment behind the left headlight assembly. Jeep Compass Emergency procedures...
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OFF/ LOCK. IMPORTANT! Prevent the cars from touching to avoid a connection to earth which could cause severe injury. Jeep Compass Emergency procedures...
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Connect the other end of the cable used for negative (-) to an engine earth (the visible metal part of the car engine with flat battery) far from the battery and the fuel injection system. Suitable engine earth Jeep Compass Emergency procedures...
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(+) of the car with flat battery. 4.2.3 EMERGENCY REFUELLING Fuel refuelling procedure in case of an emergency is described in "Emergency refuelling with a petrol can". For more information, see "Refuelling" in "Starting and operating". Jeep Compass Emergency procedures...
Access hole to release the gear selector 6. Put the gear selector in N (neutral) position. 7. At this point, the car can be started in N (neutral). 8. Refit the gear selector dust boot. Jeep Compass Emergency procedures...
Before starting the rocking movement of the car, press the "ESC Off" switch (if necessary) to set the electronic stability program (ESC) to partially disengaged mode. Once the car has been freed, press the "ESC Off" button again to restore ESC mode. Jeep Compass Emergency procedures...
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When you attempt to free a bogged-down car passing from D (drive)/SECOND gear to R (reverse), avoid making the wheels slip at a speed higher than 15 mph (24 km/h) to prevent damage to the transmission. Jeep Compass Emergency procedures...
(if the battery is connected, the ignition device is in the RUN position, the transmission is not in P (park) position and the brake pedal is released). If the car is towed with the Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
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The manufacturer recommends towing the car with the four wheels LIFTED from the ground. It is possible to tow the car on the platform of a breakdown truck, with an end lifted and the other on a towing trailer. Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
The rear hook is on the driver side of the car. NOTE: For towing off-road, it is recommended to use both front hooks to minimise the risk of damage to the car. Front towing hook position Rear towing hook position Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
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The car is equipped with a towing attachment which can be used to move a broken-down car. If a towing attachment is used, make sure to follow the instructions in "Precautions for using the towing attachment" and "Towing the broken-down car" in this section. Towing attachment Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
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Do not use a towing chain with a towing attachment. The towing belts may break or disconnect causing serious or even fatal injury. • Failure to respect correct use of the towing attachment could cause the breakage of components and consequence serious or even fatal injury. Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
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Do not tow the car if the towing attachment is not completely inserted in the fixing bracket. Position of the front towing attachment Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
This may damage the vehicle permanently. IMPORTANT! Because of the different design of the lifting systems, secondary lifting points to avoid damaging the body or the trim. Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
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If SAE standard lifting blocks and arms are not available to reach the openings of the trim under the door for lifting the flange (1), the alternative lifting points shown here (2) must be used. Front lifting points Rear lifting points Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
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Floor jacks or lifting devices must never be used on any underbody component, except for the described areas. The “triangle” symbols on the body indicate the vehicle lifting points. Jeep Compass Towing/lifting the vehicle...
Tyres inflated in non-uniform manner between the two sides of the car can cause swerving to the left or to the right. Fuel Economy Insufficient tyre pressure increases rolling friction and fuel consumption as a consequence. Jeep Compass Technical specifications...
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When the tyres are warm, add +0.3 bar to the pressure value prescribed. However, recheck that the value is correct with the tyre cold. Jeep Compass Technical specifications...
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