Jeep COMPASS Owner's Handbook Manual page 22

STOP (1): engine off, key can be
removed, steering column locked (with
key removed). Some electrical devices
(e.g. central door locking system, alarm;
ENGINE (2): driving position. All
electrical devices are available;
START (3): starting the engine.
NOTE On versions with automatic
transmission the ignition key can only
be removed when the gear lever is at P
(Park).
The ignition device is provided with a
safety mechanism. If the engine fails
to start, the ignition device should be
returned to STOP position prior to
repeating the starting procedure.
"car on" message
When opening the driver's side door with
the ignition device at ENGINE (engine
not running), an acoustic warning will
remind you to turn it to STOP mode. In
addition to the acoustic warning, the
"car on" message is displayed on the
instrument panel.
NOTE The power window controls and
the electrically operated sunroof, where
provided, will remain active for three
minutes after turning the ignition device
STOP mode. Opening one of the front
doors cancels this function. The time of
this function is programmable.
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Electronic steering column lock
(where provided)
Your car may be equipped with a passive
electronic steering column lock. This
type of steering column lock prevents
turning the steering wheel when with
the ignition device key set STOP. The
steering column lock is released with
the ignition device set to ENGINE. If the
locking device does not disengage and
the car does not start, turn the steering
wheel to the left and right to disengage
the lock.
Mechanical steering column lock
(where provided)
Your car may be equipped with a
mechanical steering column lock. This
type of steering column lock prevents
turning the steering wheel when with the
ignition device key set STOP. 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.
WARNING
13) When leaving the car, always remove
the key fob from the car and lock it.
14) Allowing children to be in a vehicle
unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift level.
15) Do not leave children or animals
inside parked vehicles in hot weather.
Interior heat build-up may cause serious
injury or death.
16) Never remove the mechanical key
while the vehicle is moving, as the
steering wheel will automatically lock
as soon as the key is turned. This also
applies to vehicles that are being towed.
17) If the starter switch has been
tampered with (e.g. an attempted theft),
have it checked over by a Jeep Dealership
before driving again.
18) Always take the key with you when
you leave your car to prevent someone
from accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the electric parking
brake. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
19) Before leaving the car, ALWAYS
engage the electric parking brake. Put
the automatic transmission Auto in the
P (Park) position and press the ignition
device to set it to STOP. Always lock the
doors when you leave the car.
20) Do not leave the electronic key inside
or near the car or in a place accessible
to children. Do not leave the car with the
ignition device in the ENGINE position. A
child could activate the electric window
winders, other controls or even start the
vehicle.