Jeep Compass 2023 - Pinch Protect Feature; Sunroof Maintenance; Hood; Opening the Hood

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Any release of the switch will stop the movement and the
sunshade will remain in a partially opened position until
the switch is pushed again.
PINCH PROTECT 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 retract. Remove the obstruction
if this occurs. Next, pull the sunroof close switch and
release to Express Close.
NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in
Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect will disable and
the sunroof must be closed in Manual Mode.
SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel. Periodically check for and clear out any
debris that may have collected in the tracks.
HOOD
OPENING THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located underneath the
driver’s side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release Location (Underneath Instrument Panel)
2. Move to the outside of the vehicle. The safety latch
release lever is located behind the front edge of the
hood at the center. Reach in at the center of the hood
with a palm facing the ground. Once contact is made
with the safety latch release lever, push it toward the
passenger side of the vehicle to fully release the
hood.
Hood Safety Latch Release Lever Location
NOTE:
 Vehicle must be at a stop and the gear selector must
be in PARK.
 While lifting the hood, use both hands.
 Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.
CLOSING THE HOOD
Hoods equipped with gas props are closed from the point
where the props no longer hold the hood open.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood
to close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 inches
(30 cm) and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is
fully closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless
hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
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