Jeep Compass User Manual

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 Unusual driving cycles (short trips separated
by long parking periods).
 The vehicle was parked for an extended
period of time (weeks, months).
 The battery was recently replaced and was
not charged completely.
 The battery was discharged by an electrical
load left on when the vehicle was parked.
 The battery was used for an extended period
with the engine not running to supply radio,
lights, chargers, +12 Volts portable appli-
ances like vacuum cleaners, game consoles
and similar devices.
What to do when an electrical load reduction
action message is present (“Battery Saver On”
or “Battery Saver Mode”)
During a trip:
 Reduce power to unnecessary loads if
possible:
 Turn off redundant lights (interior or exte-
rior)
 Check what may be plugged in to power
outlets +12 Volts, 150W, USB ports
 Check HVAC settings (blower, tempera-
ture)
 Check the audio settings (volume)
After a trip:
 Check if any aftermarket equipment was
installed (additional lights, upfitter electrical
accessories, audio systems, alarms) and
review specifications if any (load and Ignition
Off Draw currents).
 Evaluate the latest driving cycles (distance,
driving time and parking time).
 The vehicle should have service performed if
the message is still present during consecu-
tive trips and the evaluation of the vehicle
and driving pattern did not help to identify the
cause.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in
the instrument panel together with a dedicated
message and/or acoustic signal when
applicable. These indications are indicative and
precautionary and as such must not be
considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to
the information contained in the Owner’s
Manual, which you are advised to read carefully
in all cases. Always refer to the information in
this chapter in the event of a failure indication.
All active telltales will display first if applicable.
The system check menu may appear different
based upon equipment options and current
vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and
may not appear.
RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate a fault with the air bag, and
will turn on for four to eight seconds
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Jeep Compass Specifications

General

Brand	Jeep
Model	Compass
Category	Automobile
Language	English