Jeep Compass (2019 year). Instruction — part 19

Cleaning The ParkSense System

Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water, car wash
soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. In
washing stations, clean sensors quickly keeping the vapor
jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 inches (10 cm)
from the sensors. Do not scratch or poke the sensors.
Otherwise, you could damage the sensors.

ParkSense System Usage Precautions
• Ensure that the rear bumper is free of snow, ice, mud,

dirt and debris to keep the ParkSense system operating
properly.

• Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could

affect the performance of ParkSense.

• When you turn ParkSense OFF, the instrument cluster

display will read “PARKSENSE OFF.” Furthermore,
once you turn ParkSense OFF, it remains off until you
turn it on again, even if you cycle the ignition.

• ParkSense, when on, will reduce the volume of the radio

when it is sounding a tone.

• Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking care not to

scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be
covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris.
Failure to do so can result in the system not working
properly. The ParkSense system might not detect an
obstacle behind the fascia/bumper, or it could provide a
false indication that an obstacle is behind the fascia/
bumper.

• Use the ParkSense switch to turn the ParkSense system

OFF if objects such as bicycle carriers, etc. are attached to
the rear fascia/bumper. Failure to do so can result in the
system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor prob-
lem, causing the “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SER-
VICE REQUIRED” message to be displayed in the
instrument cluster display.

NOTE:

If any objects are attached to the bumper within a

6.5ft (2 m) field of view, they will interfere and cause false
alerts and possibly blockage.
• The operation of the rear sensors is automatically deac-

tivated when the trailer’s electric plug is inserted in the
vehicle’s tow hook socket. The rear sensors are automati-
cally reactivated when the trailer’s cable plug is re-
moved.

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WARNING!

• Drivers must be careful when backing up even when

using ParkSense. Always check carefully behind
your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check
for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions,
and blind spots before backing up. You are respon-
sible for safety and must continue to pay attention to
your surroundings. Failure to do so can result in
serious injury or death.

• Before using ParkSense, it is strongly recommended

that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is
disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is
not used for towing. Failure to do so can result in
injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles because the
hitch ball will be much closer to the obstacle than the
rear fascia when the loudspeaker sounds the con-
tinuous tone. Also, the sensors could detect the ball
mount and hitch ball assembly, depending on its size
and shape, giving a false indication that an obstacle
is behind the vehicle.

CAUTION!

• ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable to

recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles.
Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not
detected at all. Obstacles located above or below the
sensors will not be detected when they are in close
proximity.

• The vehicle must be driven slowly when using

ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time when an
obstacle is detected. It is recommended that the
driver looks over his/her shoulder when using
ParkSense.

LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED

LaneSense Operation

The LaneSense system is operational at speeds above
37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h). The
LaneSense system uses a forward looking camera to detect
lane markings and measure vehicle position within the
lane boundaries.

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When both lane markings are detected and the driver
unintentionally drifts out of the lane (no turn signal
applied), the LaneSense system provides a haptic warning
in the form of torque applied to the steering wheel, as well
as a visual warning in the instrument cluster display, to
prompt the driver to remain within the lane boundaries.

The driver may manually override the haptic warning by
applying torque into the steering wheel at any time.

When only a single lane marking is detected and the driver
unintentionally drifts across the lane marking (no turn
signal applied), the LaneSense system provides a visual
warning through the instrument cluster display to prompt
the driver to remain within the lane. When only a single
lane marking is detected, a haptic (torque) warning will not
be provided.

NOTE:

When operating conditions have been met, the

LaneSense system will monitor if the driver’s hands are on
the steering wheel and provide an audible and visual
warning to the driver when the driver’s hands are not
detected on the steering wheel. The system will cancel if
the driver does not return their hands to the wheel.

Turning LaneSense On Or Off

The default status of LaneSense is “Off”.

The LaneSense button is located on the switch
panel below the Uconnect display.

To turn the LaneSense system on, push the LaneSense
button to turn the system on (LED turns off). A “Lane Sense
On” message is shown in the instrument cluster display.

To turn the LaneSense system off, push the LaneSense
button once to turn the system off (LED turns on).

Lane Sense On Message

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NOTE:

The LaneSense system will retain the last system

state on or off from the last ignition cycle when the ignition
is changed to the ON/RUN position.

LaneSense Warning Message

The LaneSense system will indicate the current lane drift
condition through the instrument cluster display.

Base Instrument Cluster Display — If Equipped

When the LaneSense system is on; the lane lines are gray
when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected
and the LaneSense telltale

is solid white.

Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected
• When the LaneSense system is on, the LaneSense telltale

is solid white when only the left lane marking has

been detected and the system is ready to provide
visual warnings in the instrument cluster display if an
unintentional lane departure occurs.

• When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been

approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left
thick lane line flashes from white to gray, the left thin
line remains solid white and the LaneSense telltale

changes from solid white to flashing yellow.

System On (Gray Lines/White Telltale

)

Lane Approached (Flashing White To Gray Thick

Line/Flashing Yellow Telltale

)

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NOTE:

The LaneSense system operates with the similar

behavior for a right lane departure when only the right
lane marking has been detected.

Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected
• When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lines turn

from gray to white to indicate that both of the lane
markings have been detected. The LaneSense telltale

is solid green when both lane markings have been

detected and the system is “armed” to provide visual
warnings in the instrument cluster display and a
torque warning in the steering wheel if an uninten-
tional lane departure occurs.

• When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift situation,

the left thick lane line and the left thin line turn solid
white. The LaneSense telltale

changes from solid

green to solid yellow. At this time torque is applied to
the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the
lane boundary.

• For example: if approaching the left side of the lane the

steering wheel will turn to the right.

Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Telltale

)

Lane Sensed (Solid White Thick Line, Solid White Thin

Line/Solid Yellow Telltale

)

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• When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been

approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left
thick lane line flashes from white to gray, the left thin
line remains solid white and the LaneSense telltale

changes from solid yellow to flashing yellow. At

this time torque is applied to the steering wheel in the
opposite direction of the lane boundary.

• For example: if approaching the left side of the lane the

steering wheel will turn to the right.

NOTE:

The LaneSense system operates with the similar

behavior for a right lane departure.

Premium Instrument Cluster Display — If Equipped

When the LaneSense system is on; the lane lines are gray
when both of the lane boundaries have not been detected
and the LaneSense telltale

is solid white.

Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected
• When the LaneSense system is on, the LaneSense telltale

is solid white when only the left lane marking has

been detected and the system is ready to provide
visual warnings in the instrument cluster display if an
unintentional lane departure occurs.

Lane Approached (Flashing White To Gray Thick Line,

Solid White Thin Line/Flashing Yellow Telltale

)

System On (Gray Lines/White Telltale

)

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• When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been

approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left
thick lane line flashes yellow, the left thin line remains
solid yellow and the LaneSense telltale

changes from

solid white to flashing yellow.

NOTE:

The LaneSense system operates with the similar

behavior for a right lane departure when only the right
lane marking has been detected.

Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected
• When the LaneSense system is on, the lane lines turn

from gray to white to indicate that both of the lane
markings have been detected. The LaneSense telltale

is solid green when both lane markings have been

detected and the system is “armed” to provide visual
warnings in the instrument cluster display and a
torque warning in the steering wheel if an uninten-
tional lane departure occurs.

Lane Approached (Flashing Yellow Thick Line, Solid

Yellow Thin Line/Flashing Yellow Telltale

)

Lanes Sensed (White Lines/Green Telltale

)

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• When the LaneSense system senses a lane drift situation,

the left thick lane line and left thin line turn solid yellow.
The LaneSense telltale

changes from solid green to

solid yellow. At this time torque is applied to the
steering wheel in the opposite direction of the lane
boundary.

• For example: if approaching the left side of the lane the

steering wheel will turn to the right.

• When the LaneSense system senses the lane has been

approached and is in a lane departure situation, the left
thick lane line flashes yellow and the left thin line
remains solid yellow. The LaneSense telltale

stays

solid yellow. At this time torque is applied to the
steering wheel in the opposite direction of the lane
boundary.

• For example: if approaching the left side of the lane the

steering wheel will turn to the right.

NOTE:

The LaneSense system operates with the similar

behavior for a right lane departure.

Lane Sensed (Solid Yellow Thick Line, Solid Yellow Thin

Line/Solid Yellow Telltale

)

Lane Approached (Flashing Yellow Thick Line, Solid

Yellow Thin Line/Solid Yellow Telltale

)

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Changing LaneSense Status

The LaneSense system has settings to adjust the intensity of
the torque warning (Low/Medium/High) and the warn-
ing zone sensitivity (Early/Medium/Late) that you can
configure through the Uconnect system screen. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further informa-
tion.

NOTE:
• The system will not apply torque to the steering wheel

whenever a safety system engages (anti-lock brakes,
traction control system, electronic stability control, for-
ward collision warning, etc.).

• Use of the turn signals and Hazard Warning flashers also

suppresses the warnings.

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA

The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera allows you to see an
on-screen image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle
whenever the gear selector is put into REVERSE. The
image will be displayed in the touchscreen display along
with a caution note to “check entire surroundings” across
the top of the screen. After five seconds this note will
disappear. The ParkView camera is located on the rear of
the vehicle above the rear license plate.

NOTE:

The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera has program-

mable modes of operation that may be selected through the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.

When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with camera
delay turned off), the rear camera mode is exited and the
previous screen appears again. When the vehicle is shifted
out of REVERSE (with camera delay turned on), the camera
image will continue to be displayed for up to 10 seconds
after shifting out of REVERSE unless the vehicle speed
exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the vehicle is shifted into PARK
or the vehicles ignition is switched to the OFF position.

NOTE:

With Camera Delay turned on, the camera image

can be disabled via the Image Defeat (X) button on the
touch screen when the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE.

When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the image
to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its projected
backup path based on the steering wheel position. A
dashed center line overlay indicates the center of the
vehicle to assist with parking or aligning to a hitch/
receiver.

Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of
the vehicle.

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The following table shows the approximate distances for
each zone:

Zone

Distance To The Rear Of The Vehicle

Red

0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)

Yellow

1 ft - 6.5 ft (30 cm - 2 m)

Green

6.5 ft or greater (2 m or greater)

WARNING!

Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstruc-
tions, or blind spots before backing up. You are re-
sponsible for the safety of your surroundings and must
continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

• To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be

used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is
unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive
path.

• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven

slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in
time when an obstacle is seen. It is recommended
that the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder
when using ParkView.

NOTE:

If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds

up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and
dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens.

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REFUELING THE VEHICLE

The Capless Fuel System uses a flapper placed at the filler
pipe of the fuel tank; it opens and closes automatically
upon insertion/extraction of the fuel nozzle. The Capless
Fuel System is designed so that it prevents the filling of an
incorrect type of fuel.

1. Open the fuel filler door by pushing on the outer edge of

the Fuel Door.

2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe

seals the system.

3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe; the nozzle

opens and holds the flapper door while refueling.

4. Fill the vehicle with fuel, and when the fuel nozzle

“clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full.

5. Wait ten seconds before removing the fuel nozzle to

allow fuel to drain from nozzle.

6. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.

Fuel Filler Door

Filling Procedure

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Emergency Gas Can Refueling

Most gas cans will not open the flapper door. A funnel is
provided to open the flapper door to allow emergency
refueling with a gas can.

1. Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage area.

2. Insert funnel into same filler pipe opening as the fuel

nozzle.

3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper door

open.

4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.

5. Remove funnel from filler pipe, clean off prior to putting

back in the spare tire storage area.

NOTE:
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank

is full.

WARNING!

• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the

vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is
being filled.

• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is

in violation of most state and federal fire regulations
and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to
turn on.

• A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable

container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be
burned. Always place fuel containers on the ground
while filling.

Fuel Funnel

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VEHICLE LOADING

Certification Label

As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label
affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.

This label contains the month and year of manufacture,
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). A Month-Day-Hour (MDH) number is
included on this label and indicates the Month, Day and
Hour of manufacture. The bar code that appears on the
bottom of the label is your VIN.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle
including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo.
The label also specifies maximum capacities of front and
rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so
GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded.

Payload

The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load
weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the driver,
all passengers, options and cargo.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front
and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo
area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.

Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the
system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle,
springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension
components sometimes specified by purchasers for in-
creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi-
cle’s GVWR.

Tire Size

The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents
the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must
be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.

Rim Size

This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.

Inflation Pressure

This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.

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Curb Weight

The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded
into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are
determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial
scale before any occupants or cargo are added.

Loading

The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear
of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by
weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.

The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commercial
scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. The
weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then be
determined separately to be sure that the load is properly
distributed over the front and rear axle. Weighing the
vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear
axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the
specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from front to
rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified
weight limitations are met. Store the heavier items down
low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally. Stow
all loose items securely before driving.

Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.

CAUTION!

Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR
or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, parts
on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way
your vehicle handles. This could cause you to lose
control. Also overloading can shorten the life of your
vehicle.

TRAILER TOWING

In this section you will find safety tips and information on
limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with
your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this
information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as
possible.

To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage,
follow the requirements and recommendations in this
manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.

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Common Towing Definitions

The following trailer towing related definitions will assist
you in understanding the following information:

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle.
This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight.
The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed
the GVWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification
Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further informa-
tion.

Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)

The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all
cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or tempo-
rary) loaded in or on the trailer in its

⬙loaded and ready for

operation

⬙ condition.

The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your
fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of
the trailer must be supported by the scale.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or
rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
mation.

WARNING!

It is important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose
control of the vehicle and have a collision.

Tongue Weight (TW)

The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
hitch ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of
the load on your vehicle.

Trailer Frontal Area

The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.

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Trailer Sway Control

The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping
link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and the
trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable friction
associated with the telescoping motion to dampen any
unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.

If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies
individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.

Weight-Carrying Hitch

A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight,
just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some
other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds of
hitches are the most popular on the market today and they
are commonly used to tow small and medium sized
trailers.

Weight-Distributing Hitch

A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage
through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for
heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow
vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it provides

for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and
brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. The addi-
tion of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens
sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes
positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway
control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch
are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and
may be required depending on vehicle and trailer
configuration/loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) requirements.

WARNING!

• An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch

system may reduce handling, stability, braking per-
formance, and could result in a collision.

• Weight Distributing Systems may not be compatible

with Surge Brake Couplers. Consult with your hitch
and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational
Vehicle dealer for additional information.

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