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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Jeep -> System Service -> Anti-Lock Brake Module (ABM)/Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Brake System Bleed -> Commander -> Commander, Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Patriot -> Compass & Patriot -> Compass & Patriots -> Component Replacement -> Controller Anti-Lock Brake (CAB) Module/Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Front Wheel Sensor -> Grand Cherokee -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Liberty -> Rear Wheel Sensor -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Compass Sport 2.4 L4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

ABS system bleeding requires conventional bleeding methods plus use of the scan tool. The procedure involves performing a base brake bleeding, followed by use of the scan tool to cycle and bleed the HCU pump and solenoids. A second base brake bleeding procedure is then required to remove any air remaining in the system.

Component Replacement

Anti-Lock Brake Module (ABM)/Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)
Commander, Compass, Grand Cherokee, Liberty & Patriot
  • Install brake pedal prop rod.
  • Siphon master cylinder.
  • Disconnect ABM/HCU electrical connectors.
  • Remove primary and seco...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Jeep Compass Sport 2.4 L4 GAS

Clamp only the narrow forged portion of the yoke in the vise. Failure to heed caution may result in damage.

  • Remove axle shaft.
  • Remove bearing cap retaining snap rings. Saturate the bearing caps with penetrating oil prior to removal.
  • Place socket (receiver) with inside diameter larger than bearing cap against yoke and perimeter of bearing cap to be removed.
  • Pla...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Front -> Installation -> Rear -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> Tire Pressure Transponder
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

The cap used on this valve stem contains an O-ring seal to prevent contamination and moisture from entering the valve stem. Retain this valve stem cap for reuse. Do not substitute a regular valve stem cap in its place.

The valve stem used on this vehicle is made of aluminum and the core is nickel plated brass. The original valve stem core must be reinstalled and not substituted with a valve stem core made of a different material. This is required to prevent corrosion in the valve stem caused by the different metals.

Removal
  • Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
  • Raise...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Jeep Compass 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air cleaner box and air tube.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect electrical connector at throttle body.
  • Remove throttle body bolts and throttle body.
  • Push starter under intake manifold.
  • Tip starter nose toward cooling module.
  • Pull ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Chrysler LLC -> 2007-09 Compass & Patriot
Vehicle: 2007 Jeep Compass 2.0 L4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 12,000 miles.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Push inward on the sides of the glove compartment bin to release the stops, then lower the glove compartment.
  • Release the glove compartment hinge pins from the hinge retainers using a twisting motion, then remove the glove compartment, Fig. .
  • Release the two tabs retaining the cabin air filter cover to the A/C-heater housing, then remove the cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air filter element from the A/C-heater housing, Fig. .
  • Install the cabin air filter el...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Change Engine Oil Indicator -> 2008-09 Compass
Vehicle: 2009 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

The CHANGE OIL message will flash in the instrument cluster odometer for approximately 12 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctu...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2010 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Upper

  • Drain cooling...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Jeep Compass 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Rotate belt tensioner counterclockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Left Front Wheel Well Diagram for 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GASLeft Front Wheel Well Diagram for 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Splice S303
  • Splice S304
  • Splice S382
  • Left Front Tire Pressure Transponder
  • Unibody Wiring
  • Body Components Diagram for 2008 Jeep Compass Sport 2.0 L4 GASBody Components Diagram for 2008 Jeep Compass Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector C312
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Main Relay
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Engine Control Module
  • Boost Pressure Servo Motor
  • Radiator Fan Medium Relay
  • 2007 Jeep Compass  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Jeep Compass 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cluster
  • Vanity Lamp
  • Totally Integrated Power Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2007 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: SAFETY RECALL G15 - REAR WHEEL HUB MOUNTING BOLTS
    Vehicle: 2007 Jeep Compass 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Jeep Compass AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Jeep Compass cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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