Jeep Compass, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Proper maintenance is essential to
ensure a long life for the vehicle under
the best conditions. For this reason, Jeep
has planned a series of checks and
services at fixed distance intervals and,
where provided, at fixed time intervals,
as described on the Scheduled Servicing
Plan.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tire pressure, etc.).
Scheduled servicing is carried out by a
Jeep Dealership according to a set time
schedule. If, during each service, the
need arises for further replacements
or repairs in addition to the ones
scheduled, they may only be carried out
with your explicit agreement. If your
vehicle is used frequently for towing, the
interval between one scheduled servicing
and the next should be reduced.
WARNING Scheduled servicing services
are prescribed by the manufacturer.
Failure to have them carried out may
invalidate the warranty. It is advisable
to inform a Jeep Dealership of any small
operating irregularities without waiting
for the next service.
REGULAR CHECK-UPS
Every 1,000 km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
Engine coolant level
Brake fluid level
low AdBlue
®
diesel emissions additive
(UREA) level (where provided);
Windshield washer fluid level
Tire pressure and condition
Operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
lights, etc.)
Operation of windshield wiper/washer
system and positioning/wear of
windshield/rear wiper blades
Oil consumption of the engine depends
on conditions and driving style. For this
reason it is necessary, every 3,000 km,
to check and, if necessary, restore
the engine oil level (see the "Engine
compartment - Level check" chapter and
the "Fluid Capacities" chapter in the
"Technical Data" section for information
on the quantity to be refilled).
DEMANDING USE OF THE
VEHICLE
If the vehicle is used in one of the
following conditions:
Law enforcement (or security service),
taxi service
towing a trailer or caravan;
Dusty roads
Short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) and at sub-zero external
temperatures
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
The following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
check front and rear disc brake pad
condition and wear;
Check cleanliness of engine hood and
trunk locks, cleanliness and lubrication
of levers
Visually inspect the condition of:
engine, transmission, drivetrain, pipes
and hoses (exhaust/fuel supply/brakes),
rubber parts (gaiters/sleeves/bushes,
etc.)
Check battery charge status and
battery fluid (electrolyte) level
Visually inspect the accessory drive
belt condition
Check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter
Check and replace pollen filter if
necessary
Check and replace air cleaner filter if
necessary