Jeep Compass, Руководство пользователя

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Insert the flat end of the jack handle
through the tow eye and tighten, refer
to “Replacing a wheel” in this section
for further information. The tow eye
must be fully seated to the attaching
bracket through the lower front fascia.
If the tow eye is not fully seated to the
attaching bracket, the vehicle should not
be moved.
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Rear tow eye installation
The rear tow eye is located behind a
flap on the rear right side of the bumper
(fig. 165).
To install the tow eye, open the door
using the vehicle key or a small
screwdriver, and thread the tow eye into
the receptacle.
Insert the flat part of the jack lever in
the tow eye and tighten. The tow eye
must be fully seated to the attaching
bracket through the lower rear fascia.
If the tow eye is not fully seated to the
attaching bracket, the vehicle should not
be moved.
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Vehicles equipped with key fob with an
integrated vehicle key
Turn the ignition key to RUN, then to
the OFF position, without removing it. By
extracting the key this will automatically
engage the steering wheel lock. Place
the transmission into neutral.
Vehicles with Keyless Enter-N-Go system
Place the ignition device in the RUN
position, and subsequently in OFF,
without opening the door. During towing,
remember that not having the aid of the
power brakes and the electromechanical
power steering will require greater force
when applying the brakes and steering of
the vehicle.
329) 330) 102)
WARNING
324)
Stay clear of the towing and towed
vehicles, if connected using the tow eye.
325) Do not use a chain with a tow eye.
Chains may break, causing serious injury
or death.
326) Do not use a tow strap with a tow
eye. Tow straps may break or become
disengaged, causing serious injury or
death.
327) Failure to follow proper tow eye
usage may cause components to break
resulting in serious injury or death.
328) The brake and steering power
assist systems will not function while
the vehicle is being towed. You will,
therefore, need to apply more force on
the brake pedal and steering wheel. Do
not use flexible ropes when towing, and
avoid jerky movements. Do not start the
engine while towing the vehicle. Before
tightening the ring, clean the threaded
housing thoroughly. Make sure that the
ring is fully screwed into the housing
before towing the car.
329) Do not use a chain for freeing a
stuck vehicle. Chains may break, causing
serious injury or death.
330) Stand clear of vehicles when pulling
with tow hooks. Tow straps may become
disengaged, causing serious injury.
IMPORTANT
92) Do not use sling-type equipment
when towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
93) When securing the vehicle to a
flatbed truck, do not attach to front or
rear suspension components. Damage to
your vehicle may result from improper
towing.