Jeep Compass, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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CHANGING A WHEEL
294) 295)
JACK
Please note that:
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired, and in the
event of a fault, it must be replaced by
another genuine one;
no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
Service Information
prevent any dirt from depositing on the
"worm screw";
keep the "worm screw" lubricated;
never modify the jack.
Conditions of non-use
temperatures below
−
40
°
C;
on sandy or muddy ground;
on uneven ground;
on steep roads;
in extreme weather conditions:
thunderstorms, typhoons, hurricanes,
blizzards, storms, etc...
in direct contact with the engine or for
repairs under the car;
on boats.
Jack / spare tire stowage
The spare wheel or, depending on the
version, the space-saver spare wheel is
located under the load floor in the boot.
If supplied, the tools are located in the
tool compartment around the spare
wheel compartment.
The jack is located in the tool container
under the spare wheel.
JACK EXTRACTION
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Lift the access cover using the load
floor handle.
3. Remove the fastener securing the
spare tire (fig. 141), and remove the
spare wheel from the vehicle.
141
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4. Pull the jack out.
Jack and tools
142
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Inside the tool bag there are fig. 142:
1: the jack;
2: the screwdriver;
3: the emergency refelling adapter;
4: the wheel centering pin (where
provided, to be used when fitting the
spare wheel);
5: a wedge;
6: the tow ring;
7: the wrench for removal/tightening
the wheel fastening bolts and for
operating the jack.