Jeep Compass, Operating Information Manual

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Headlight Leveling System — If
Equipped
This system allows the driver to maintain proper
headlight beam position with the road surface
regardless of vehicle load.
The headlight leveling switch is located on the
instrument panel below the radio.
To operate: push the headlight lev-
eling switch until the appropriate
number, which corresponds to the
load listed on the following chart,
illuminates on the switch.
0
Driver only, or driver and front pas-
senger.
1 All seating positions occupied.
2
All seating positions occupied, plus
an evenly distributed load in the lug-
gage compartment. The total weight
of passengers and load does not
exceed the maximum load capacity
of the vehicle.
3
Driver, plus an evenly distributed
load in the luggage compartment.
The total weight of the driver and
load does not exceed the maximum
load capacity of the vehicle.
Calculations based on a passenger weight
of 165 lbs (75 kg).
Map/Reading/Lights
These lights are mounted above the rear view
mirror. Each light is turned on by pressing on the
light itself or a button next to the light (if
equipped). Press the light/button a second time
to turn the light off.
The lights also come on when a door is opened
or the dimmer control is turned fully upward,
past the second detent.
NOTE:
The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
They will not turn off automatically.
Map/Reading Lights
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