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Jeep Compass User Manual
Summary of Compass
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20 11 compass user guide.
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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Chrysler group llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may...
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Introduction/welcome welcome from chrysler group llc . . . . 2 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 remote start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 theft ala...
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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. Your new chrysler group llc vehicle has characteristics ...
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Rollover warning warning! • pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accel...
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Driver cockpit controls at a glance 4.
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Controls at a glance 5.
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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 - t...
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Indicators - turn signal indicators - high beam indicator - front fog light indicator - vehicle security indicator* - 4wd indicator - electronic stability control (esc) off indicator - cruise indicator - hill descent control indicator odometer messages door - door ajar lo tire - low tire pressure ga...
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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. • all doors can be programmed to unlock on the first...
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Warning! • do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (co) which is odorless and colorless. Carbon monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious injury or death when inhaled. • keep key fob transmitters away from children. Operation of the r...
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Warning! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. Suppl...
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Warning! (continued) • do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. • after any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately. Child restraints • children 12 years ...
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• tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Installing the child restraint using the vehicle seat belts • to install a child restraint, first, pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child re...
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Front seats power seats • the power seat switch is located on the outboard side of the seat near the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up, down, forward, rearward, or to tilt the seat. Manual seat adjustment forward/rearward • lift up on the adjusting bar located at the front of the seat near t...
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Fold-flat front passenger seat • the front passenger seat can be folded flat. Pull up on the recliner handle, to the full upward position, to fold down the seatback. 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 t...
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Warning! Be certain that the seatback is securely locked into position. If the seatback is not securely locked into position, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child seats and/or passengers. An improperly latched seat could cause serious injury. Tilt steering column • the tilt lever...
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• if the high-level setting is selected, the system will automatically switch to low-level after approximately 60 minutes. The low-level setting will turn off automatically after approximately 45 minutes. Warning! • persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic ill...
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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 a...
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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. Washer operation • pull the lever toward you...
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Speed control • the speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. 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. Set •...
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Warning! (continued) • electronic speed control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. A collision could be the result. Do not use electronic speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that ar...
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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 • if the air conditioning button is ...
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Power sunroof • the power sunroof switch is located on the overhead console. Opening sunroof express • press the switch rearward and release. The sunroof will fully open and stop automatically. Closing sunroof express • press the switch forward and release. The sunroof will close automatically from ...
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Pinch protection feature • this feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during express close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically return to the open position. Note: pinch protection is disabled while the switch i...
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Your vehicle's sound system electronics 24.
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Electronics 25.
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Non-touch-screen radios media center 130 (sales code res) media center 130 with satellite radio (sales code res + rsc) electronics 26.
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Media center 230 (sales code req) note: your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you have the feature, or see a message on ...
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Audio jack • the audio 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, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers. • pressing the aux button will change the mo...
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Touch-screen radio media center 430/430n cd/dvd/hdd (sales code rbz/rhb) note: your radio may not be equipped with the uconnect™ voice command and uconnect™ phone features. To determine if your radio has these features, press the voice command button on the radio. You will hear a voice prompt if you...
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Clock setting • turn the radio on, then touch the screen where the time is displayed. • touch the user clock soft-key (navigation radio only). • 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 s...
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• confirm your selection by touching the yes soft-key. The imported picture is now available in the manage my pictures screen. • 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...
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Setting a home location • touch the nav soft-key in the upper-right corner of your radio screen, to access the navigation system. • touch the where to? Soft-key, then touch go home. • next, select from: • enter my address – enter an address for the location using the on-screen keyboard. • use my cur...
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• sports scores • view scores and upcoming events for all major sports. • your favorite location, theater and sports teams can be stored for quick access. • refer to your media center 430/430n (rbz/rhb) user's manual for more details. Steering wheel audio controls • the steering wheel audio controls...
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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. • wait for the “ready” prompt and beep. • (after the beep), ...
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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 t...
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Changing the volume • start a dialogue by pressing the voice command button , then say a command (for example, “tutorial”). • use the radio on/off volume rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the voice command system is speaking. The volume setting for voice command is differ...
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• compatible ipod ® devices may also be controllable using voice commands (media center 430/430n with uconnect™ phone required). Refer to the owner's manual on the dvd for details. Note: • the usb port supports certain mini, classic, nano, touch, and iphone ® devices. The usb port also supports play...
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Compass calibration • this compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to set the compass manually. When the vehicle is new, the compass may appear erratic and the evic will display “cal” until the compass is calibrated. • you may also calibrate the compass by completing one or more 360 d...
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Auto unlock doors on exit • to have all of the vehicle doors unlock when any door is opened: • enter your vehicle and close all the doors. • cycle the ignition switch between lock and on and then back to lock four times, ending up in the lock position (do not start the engine). • press the power doo...
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Universal garage door opener (homelink ® ) programming homelink ® begin programming • the homelink ® buttons are located in the overhead console. • erase all channels before you begin programming by holding the two outside buttons for up to 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes. • park your veh...
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Using homelink ® • to operate, simply press and release the programmed homelink ® button and the programmed device will operate. • refer to your owner’s manual on the dvd for further details. If you have any problems programming homelink ® , or require assistance, please call toll-free 1–800–355–351...
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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 • the power outlet is locate...
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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. • this can be done on the fly, at an...
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Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ra tings) engine/t ransmission fr ontal ar ea max. Gtw (gr oss t railer wt.) max. T ongue wt. (see note) 2.0l auto/man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg) 2.4l auto/man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (450 kg) 150 lbs (50 kg) 2.4l aut...
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24-hour towing assistance • 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. • briefly describe the nature of the probl...
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• please note that the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the tpms low tire pressure telltale. • your vehicle has also been equippe...
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Warning! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized service center for service if your vehicle overheats. Brake - brake warning light • the brake warning light illuminates when there is either a system...
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- anti-lock brake (abs) light • this light monitors the anti-lock brake system (abs). • if the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately. - electronic throttle control (etc) lig...
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Oil change indicator message • if an “oil change” message (shown as change oil) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change. Resetting the light after servicing • turn the ignition switch to the on/run position (do not start engine). • fully depress the accelerato...
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Automatic transmission overheating • during sustained high speed driving or trailer towing up long grades on hot days, the automatic transmission oil may become too hot. • when the transmission overheat warning light turns on, you will experience reduced performance until the automatic transmission ...
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Jacking and tire changing instructions • remove the scissors jack and lug wrench from the spare wheel as an assembly. Turn the jack screw counterclockwise to loosen the lug wrench, and remove the wrench from the jack assembly. Note: the jack handle attaches to the side of the jack with two attachmen...
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• finish tightening the lug nuts. Push down on the wrench while tightening for increased leverage. Alternate nuts until each one has been tightened twice. The correct wheel nut tightness is 100 ft lbs (135 n•m). If in doubt about the correct tightness, have them checked with a torque wrench by your ...
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Jump-starting • if your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jumpstarted using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. • jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully. Not...
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• connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and the fuel injection system. • start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then...
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Warning! (continued) • batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery. • do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal in...
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Towing a disabled vehicle model flat t owing (all four wheels on the gr ound) flatbed t owing (all four wheels suspended off the gr ound) fr ont wheels raised, rear wheels on the gr ound rear wheels raised, fr ont wheels on the gr ound fwd w ithout a key not permitted recommended method may be used ...
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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. Using minimal accelerator pe...
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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 pe...
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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. • insert the support rod into the slot on ...
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Engine comp ar tment 2.0l engine maintaining your vehicle 60
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2.4l engine maintaining your vehicle 61.
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Fluids and capacities component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities engine coolant 2.0l, 2.4l mopar ® antifreeze/ coolant five year/100,000 mile formula hoat (hybrid organic additive technology) or equivalent. 7.2 quarts (6.8 liters) includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to max...
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Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part capacities power steering reservoir mopar ® power steering fluid +4 or mopar ® atf+4 ® automatic transmission fluid or equivalent licensed atf+4 ® product. — maintaining your vehicle 63.
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Maintenance char t miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 or kilometers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 change the engine oil ...
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Miles: 8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000 104,000 or months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 or kilometers: 13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000 104,000 117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000 replace rear drive assembly (rda) fluid. ...
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Maintenance record odometer date signature, authorized service center 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 6 months 16,000 miles (26,000 km) or 12 months 24,000 miles (39,000 km) or 18 months 32,000 miles (52,000 km) or 24 months 40,000 miles (65,000 km) or 30 months 48,000 miles (78,000 km) or 36 months 56,0...
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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 1 empty empty 2 15 amp lt blue awd/4wd ecu feed 3 10 amp red ch...
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Cavity cartridge fuse mini-fuse description 21 10 amp red iod feed intrus mod/siren (if equipped) 22 10 amp red ign run heat/ac/compass sensor 23 15 amp lt blue eng asd relay feed 3 24 15 amp lt blue power sunroof feed 25 10 amp red heated mirror (if equipped) 26 15 amp lt blue eng asd relay feed 2 ...
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Warning! • overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. U...
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Chrysler group llc customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1–877–426–5337 chrysler canada inc. Customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1–800–465–2001 (english) phone: 1–800–387–9983 (french) assistance for the hearing impaired • to assist customers w...
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Note: • the owner's manual and user guide electronic files are also available on the chrysler, jeep, ram truck and dodge websites. • click on the "for owners" tab, select "owner/service manuals", then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop-down lists. Reporting safety defects in th...
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Authentic accessories by mopar ® • the following highlights just some of the many authentic jeep accessories by mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your jeep compass. • in choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or ext...
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Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 alarm, panic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 arming theft system (security alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 audio jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 audio settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,28 automatic temperature control (atc) . . . ....
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Latch (lower anchors and tether for children) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 lights headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 turn signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 warning (instrument cluster description) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 maintenanc...
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Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 trailer towing trailer and tongue weight . . . . . . 44 trailer weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 transmission fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 uconnect™ phone . . . . . . . . . . . 33 uconnect™ v...
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Notes 76.
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Driving and alcohol: drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use publ...
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This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new jeep and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your owner’s manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, ...