Jeep Compass 2023, Owner'S Manual

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50 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Defrost Mode
Air comes from the windshield and side window
demist outlets. When the defrost button is
selected, the blower level may increase. Use
Defrost mode with maximum temperature
settings for best windshield and side window defrosting
and defogging. When toggling the front defrost mode
button, the Climate Control system will return to the
previous setting.
Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and
side window demister outlets. This setting
works best in cold or snowy conditions that
require extra heat to the windshield. This
setting is ideal for maintaining comfort while reducing
moisture on the windshield.
Climate Control OFF
Press and release this button on the
touchscreen, or push and release the
button on the faceplate to turn the
Climate Control ON/OFF.
A
UTOMATIC
T
EMPERATURE
C
ONTROL
(ATC)
Automatic Operation
1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate, or the
AUTO button on the touchscreen (if equipped) on
the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel.
2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the
system to maintain by adjusting the temperature
control buttons. Once the desired temperature is
displayed, the system will achieve and automatically
maintains that comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is
not necessary to change the settings. You experience
the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system
to function automatically.
NOTE:

It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for
cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts
the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
 The temperature can be displayed in US or Metric units
by selecting the US/Metric customer-programmable
feature.
To provide you with maximal comfort in the Automatic
mode during cold start-ups, the blower fan remains on low
until the engine warms up. The blower will increase in
speed and transition into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual override
features. The AUTO symbol in the front ATC display will be
turned off when the system is being used in the manual
mode.
C
LIMATE
V
OICE
C
OMMANDS
Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep
everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead.
Push the VR button on the steering wheel. After the beep,
say one of the following commands:
 “Set the driver temperature to 70 degrees”

“Set the passenger temperature to 70 degrees”
Did You Know: Voice Command for Climate may only be
used to adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle.
Voice Command will not work to adjust the heated seats
or steering wheel if equipped.
O
PERATING
T
IPS
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested
control settings for various weather conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion
protection and to protect against engine overheating.
OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
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