Jeep Compass, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
In winter, the climate control system
must be activated at least once a month
for approximately 10 minutes. Before
summer, have the system efficiency
checked by a Jeep Dealership.
WARNING
331) If the engine oil is being topped up,
wait for the engine to cool down before
loosening the filler cap, particularly for
vehicles with aluminium cap (where
provided). WARNING: risk of burns!
332) The cooling system is pressurised.
If necessary, only replace the plug with
another original or the operation of the
system may be adversely affected. Do not
remove the reservoir plug when the engine
is hot: you risk scalding yourself.
333) Do not travel with the windscreen
washer fluid reservoir empty: the
windscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Repeated operation of
the system without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some system
components.
334) Some commercial additives for
windscreen washer fluid are flammable.
The engine compartment contains hot
components which may start a fire.
335) Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental
contact, immediately wash the affected
parts with water and mild soap.
Then rinse thoroughly. Call a doctor
immediately if swallowed.
336) The symbol , on the brake fluid
container indicates if a brake fluid
is synthetic or mineral­based. Use of
mineral type fluids will damage the
special rubber seals of the braking system
beyond repair.
337)
Using the battery with low fluid will
irreparably damage the battery and may
cause an explosion.
338) When performing any operation on
the battery or near it, always protect your
eyes with special goggles.
339) Batteries contain substances which
are very dangerous for the environment.
For battery replacement, contact an
authorized dealership.
340) Battery fluid is a corrosive acid
solution and can burn or even blind you.
Do not allow battery fluid to contact your
eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean over a
battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the
area immediately with large amounts of
water. Refer to “Jump-starting procedure”
in “In case of emergency” for further
information.
341) Battery gas is flammable and
explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from
the battery. Do not use a booster battery
or any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Avoid any contact
between the cable clamps.
342) Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
343) Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Keep open flames away from the
battery and do not use objects that might
create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
344) If the car must remain unused for
a long time at a very low temperature,
remove the battery and take it to a warm
place, to avoid freezing.
345)
Always wear appropriate goggles to
protect your eyes when working on or near
the battery.
WARNING
103) Used transmission oil contains
substances that may be dangerous for the
environment. It is advisable to contact
a Jeep Dealership to have the fluid
changed.
104) The oil level must never exceed the
MAX mark.
105) Always top up using engine oil of the
same specifications as that already in the
engine.
106) PARAFLU UP protective antifreeze is
used in the engine cooling system. Use
the same type of fluid currently in the
cooling system when you top up fluid
levels. PARAFLU UP fluid may not be
mixed with any other type of fluid. If this
happens, do not start the engine under
any circumstances and contact a Jeep
Dealership.
107) Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact
with painted parts. Should it happen,
immediately wash with water.
108) It is essential when replacing the
cables on the battery that the positive
cable is attached to the positive post and
the negative cable is attached to the
negative post. Battery posts are marked
positive (+) and negative (-) and are