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  • Page 2 Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-877-426-5337 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. Jeep is a registered trademark of ® Chrysler Group LLC. Copyright © 2010 Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UTILITY WELCOME FROM TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC ..2 TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) ..39 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND CONTROLS AT A GLANCE MOTORHOME, ETC.) .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM CHRYSLER GROUP LLC Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle.

  • Page 5: Rollover Warning

    Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials. The heat from your vehicle exhaust system could cause a fire. CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP, ATF+4, MOPAR and Uconnect are registered trademarks of Chrysler Group LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2010 CHRYSLER GROUP LLC...

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT...
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light** - Oil Pressure Warning Light** - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light** - Airbag Warning Light** - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Transmission Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Vehicle Security Indicator* - 4WD Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator - Cruise Indicator Odometer Messages gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault Lo tIrE - Low Tire Pressure door - Door Ajar CHAngE OIL* - Change Engine Oil...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors/Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.

  • Page 11: Theft Alarm

    GETTING STARTED Panic Alarm • Press the PANIC button once to turn the panic alarm on. • Wait approximately three seconds and press the button a second time to turn the panic alarm off. THEFT ALARM To Arm • Press the Key Fob LOCK button or the power door lock switch while the door is open. To Disarm •...
  • Page 12 GETTING STARTED • Child seats with fixed lower attachments must be installed in the outboard positions only. Child seats with flexible lower attachments can be used in all three seating positions. • NEVER install LATCH-compatible child seats such that two seats share a common lower anchorage.

  • Page 13: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED • Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt, secure the top tether strap. The tether strap should be routed over the center top of the head restraint. WARNING! Rearward-facing child seats must NEVER be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger airbag.
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Recliner • Lift the recliner lever located on the outboard side of the seat, lean back and release at the desired position. Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment • The height adjustment lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. Raise the lever to raise the seat.

  • Page 15: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED CAUTION! DO NOT place any article under a power seat or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path. Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seat •...

  • Page 16: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The controls for the front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel area. • Press the switch once to select High-level heating. Press the switch a second time to select Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time to shut the heating elements Off.

  • Page 17: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT STEERING COLUMN • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. • With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired.
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED • Language • Key-Off Power Delay • Auto Door Locks • Display Units of Measure In • Auto Unlock On Exit • Confirmation of Voice Commands • Sound Horn With Remote Key Lock • Automatic Compass Calibration • Illuminated Approach •...
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED Sound Horn With Lock • To turn the horn chirp on or off when the doors are locked: • Press the LOCK button for at least 4 seconds, but no longer than 10 seconds. Then, press the PANIC button while still holding the LOCK button. •...

  • Page 20: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER Headlights/Parking Lights • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights and to the second detent for headlights Instrument Panel Dimmer • Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim the instrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is opened.

  • Page 21: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times and automatically turn off. WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings, the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.

  • Page 22: Speed Control Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL LEVER Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. • CRUISE will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. • Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off.

  • Page 23: Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (Cvt)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT) • While conventional automatic transmissions typically have 4, 5 or 6 speeds, the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) has an infinite number of speeds. This allows it to adjust to exactly the right ratio to optimize performance and fuel economy. •...

  • Page 24: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Turn the Mode and Blower Controls to the AUTO position. • Select the desired temperature by rotating the Temperature Control. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Conditioning •...

  • Page 25: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result. Opening Sunroof Express • Press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically.

  • Page 26: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 130 (RES) Media Center 130 (RES/RSC)

  • Page 27: Audio Settings

    ELECTRONICS Media Center 230 (REQ) NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • Your radio has many features that add to the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers.

  • Page 28: Clock Setting

    ELECTRONICS Auxiliary Mode • The auxiliary (AUX) jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or a cassette player, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. •...

  • Page 29: Touch-Screen Radios

    ELECTRONICS TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS Media Center 430 (REN) Media Center 730N (RER)
  • Page 30 ELECTRONICS Media Center 430 (RBZ) NOTE: Uconnect™ Phone and Voice Command are vehicle options which must be ordered separately. The buttons on the radio will only be active if the vehicle has been equipped with the option. • The radio sales code is located on the lower right side of the radio faceplate. •...

  • Page 31: Store Radio Presets

    ELECTRONICS • To adjust the hours, touch either the HOUR FORWARD or HOUR BACKWARD soft-key. • To adjust the minutes, touch either the MINUTE FORWARD or MINUTE BACKWARD soft-key. • To save the new time setting, touch the screen where the word “Save” is displayed. Store Radio Presets •...
  • Page 32 ELECTRONICS • In order to display the imported picture in the radio screen, touch the desired picture soft-key. • Select this picture by pressing the PICTURE VIEW soft-key. A check mark indicates the currently used picture. Cleaning Your Touch-Screen Radio •...

  • Page 33: Remote Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS Change Stored Home Address • Press the MENU hard-key, then touch the MY FILES soft-key. • Touch the MY ADDRESS BOOK soft-key, then touch the HOME soft-key. • In the Home Address Information screen, touch the EDIT CONTACT soft-key, then touch the CHANGE ADDRESS soft-key in the next screen.

  • Page 34: Universal Consumer Interface

    ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE ® • This feature allows you to plug an iPod into the vehicle’s sound system through a 16–pin connector using the provided interface cable. • The 16–pin connector port is located in the glove box or on the center console. Location ®...

  • Page 35: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink ® )

    ELECTRONICS • To reset all resettable functions, press and release the EVIC button a second time within three seconds of resetting the currently displayed function. Reset ALL will be displayed during this three-second window. ® UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink ®...

  • Page 36: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS Programming A Rolling Code System • At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “learn” or “programming” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor (it is not the button normally used to open and close the door). •...

  • Page 37: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: Do not use a three-prong adaptor. Do not insert any objects into the receptacles. Do not touch with wet hands. Close the lid when not in use. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure. POWER OUTLET •...

  • Page 38: Making A Phone Call

    ELECTRONICS Phone Pairing NOTE: Pairing is a one-time initial setup before using the phone. You will also need to ® follow the Bluetooth instructions in your cell phone user guide to complete the phone pairing setup. • Press the Phone button to begin.

  • Page 39: Voice Command

    ELECTRONICS Changing The Volume • Start a dialogue by pressing the Phone button , then adjust the volume during a normal call. • Use the radio ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Uconnect™ system is speaking. Please note the volume setting for Uconnect™ is different than the audio system.

  • Page 40: Off-Road Capabilities

    OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION • This feature provides full time, on-demand, four-wheel drive (4WD). • To activate, pull the T-handle, located in between the front driver and passenger seats, up once and release. The “4WD Indicator Light” will come on in the cluster.

  • Page 41: Utility

    UTILITY...

  • Page 42: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) Recreational Towing Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Condition Vehicles Vehicles Four Wheel Flat Tow (All Never Wheels on Ground) Two Wheel Dolly Tow (Front Never Never or Rear Wheels on Ground)

  • Page 43: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE - U.S. ONLY • Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian residents. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. •...

  • Page 44: Brake Warning Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.

  • Page 45: Charging System Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately. - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) •...

  • Page 46: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Airbag Warning Light • If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately. - 4WD System Fault Indicator Light •...

  • Page 47: Automatic Transmission Overheating

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • You can also turn the Temperature Control to maximum heat, the Mode Control to floor and the Fan Control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. •...

  • Page 48: Jack Location

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm, level surface only.

  • Page 49: Jacking And Tire Changing Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Set the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into PARK, or a manual transmission into REVERSE. • Turn the ignition to LOCK and turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position.
  • Page 50 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw clockwise. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable and cause an accident.

  • Page 51: Jump-Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in an accident or hard stop, could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the places provided. • Secure the tire, jack, and tools in their proper locations. JUMP-STARTING •...

  • Page 52: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry, such as watch bands or bracelets, that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
  • Page 53 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. • Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.

  • Page 54: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...

  • Page 55: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then move the shift lever back and forth between REVERSE and DRIVE.

  • Page 56: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 57: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. • Raise the hood and locate the safety latch, in the middle of the hood opening. • Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. •...

  • Page 58: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 59 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 60: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part ® Engine Coolant 2.0L, 2.4L MOPAR Antifreeze/ 7.2 Quarts (6.8 Liters) Coolant Five Includes heater and Year/100,000 Mile Formula coolant recovery bottle HOAT (Hybrid Organic filled to MAX level. Additive Technology) or equivalent.
  • Page 61 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Fluid, Lubricant, or Component Capacities Genuine Part ® Power Steering Reservoir MOPAR Power Steering ® Fluid +4 or MOPAR ® ATF+4 Automatic — Transmission Fluid or equivalent licensed ® ATF+4 product.

  • Page 62: Maintenance Chart

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 63: Maintenance Record

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maintenance Record Odometer Date Signature, Authorized Service Center 6,000 Miles (10,000 km) or 6 Months 12,000 Miles (20,000 km) or 12 Months 18,000 Miles (30,000 km) or 18 Months 24,000 Miles (40,000 km) or 24 Months 30,000 Miles (50,000 km) or 30 Months 36,000 Miles...

  • Page 64: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Integrated Power Module (IPM) • The Integrated Power Module (IPM) is located in the engine compartment near the air cleaner assembly. This center contains cartridge fuses and mini-fuses. Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description Empty Empty 15 Amp Lt Blue AWD/4WD ECU Feed 10 Amp Red CHMSL Brake Switch Feed 10 Amp Red...

  • Page 65: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description 10 Amp Red IOD Feed Intrus Mod/Siren (If Equipped) 10 Amp Red IGN RUN Heat/AC/Compass Sensor 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 3 15 Amp Lt Blue Power Sunroof Feed 10 Amp Red Heated Mirror (If Equipped) 15 Amp Lt Blue ENG ASD Relay Feed 2...

  • Page 66: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure.

  • Page 67: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CHRYSLER GROUP LLC WARNING! CUSTOMER CENTER Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle P.O. Box 21–8004 components contain, or emit, Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 chemicals known to the State of Phone: 1–877–426–5337 California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 68: Reporting Safety Defects In The 50 United States And Washington, D.c

    • If you believe that your vehicle has a electronic files are also available on the safety defect, you should contact the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge websites. Customer Service Department • Click on the "For Owners" tab, select immediately. Canadian customers who "Owner/Service Manuals", then select...
  • Page 69 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Disclaimer: WARNING! (Continued) • THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED • Tires should be inspected WARRANTY PROGRAM, THE DETAILS regularly by a qualified technician OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND ON THE for signs of damage, such as OWNERS MANUAL DVD, THE TIRE punctures, impacts, MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR AT under-inflation or overloading.
  • Page 70 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Using Lift Kits WARNING! • Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire Tires and the spare tire should be combinations can cause instability or replaced after six years, regardless loss of control. When changing tire of the remaining tread. Failure to sizes, always consult an installer for follow this warning can result in optimum rim width and carefully check...

  • Page 71: Mopar Accessories

    • The following highlights just some of the authentic Jeep Accessories by MOPAR that have been engineered to customize your Jeep Compass. • To see the full line of accessories, stop by your Jeep dealer or visit MOPAR.com. CHROME: • Mirror Covers •...
  • Page 72 NOTES...
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