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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+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Caravan & Town & Country -> Combination Valve Test -> Fixed Proportioning Valve Test -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve Test -> Master Cylinder/Power Booster Test -> Power Booster Check Valve Test -> Power Booster Vacuum Test -> Pressure Differential Switch -> PT Cruiser
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Compass Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder/Power Booster Test

  • Start engine and inspect booster vacuum hose connections for leaks.
  • Stop engine and shift transmission into neutral.
  • Pump brake pedal until all vacuum reserve in booster is depleted.
  • Press and hold brake pedal under light foot pressure. Pedal should hold firm. If it falls away master cylinder is faulty.
  • Start engine and note pedal action. Pedal should fall away slightly under light foot pressure, then hold firm.
  • If no pedal action is felt, the power booster, vacuum supply or vacuum check valve are faulty. Proceed to "Power Booster Vacuum Test."
  • If p...

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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+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Install -> Rear -> Remove
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

Front

Remove

Boot sealing is vital to retain special lubricants and to prevent foreign contaminants from entering CV joint. Mishandling, such as allowing assemblies to dangle unsupported, or pulling or pushing ends can cut boots or damage CV joints. During removal and installation procedures, always support both ends of halfshaft to prevent damage.

The halfshaft, when installed, acts as a bolt and secures the front hub/bearing assembly. If vehicle is to be supported or moved on its wheels with a halfshaft removed, install a PROPER-SIZED BOLT AND NUT through front hub. Torque...

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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+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2009 Jeep Compass Sport 2.4 L4 GAS

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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+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Jeep Compass Sport 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove right front wheel.
  • Remove underbody air dam.
  • Remove accessory drive splash shield.
  • Remove accessory drive idler pulley.
  • Loosen lower mounting bolt.
  • Loosen A/C compressor and relocate, pull down and to outboard side of vehicle to make room to remove alternator.
  • Unplug field wire connector at rear of alternator by pushing on connec...

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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: 2008 Jeep Compass Sport 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 -> Electronic Throttle Control Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Compass Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

When the ignition is turned On, the lamp will light for approximately 6-12 seconds as a bulb inspection. If the lamp is illuminated with the engine running, the vehicle is usually drivable but the electronic throttle system must be diagnosed and servic...

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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: 2007 Jeep Compass 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water inlet tube.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water inlet tube and from vehicle.
  • Reve...

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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: 2010 Jeep Compass Sport 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 Instrument Panel Diagram for 2007 Jeep Compass  2.4 L4 GASLeft Instrument Panel Diagram for 2007 Jeep Compass 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Left Instrument Panel Speaker
  • Evaporator Temperature Sensor
  • Right Instrument Panel Speaker
  • Radio Antenna
  • Compass Module
  • Top Engine Diagram for 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GASTop Engine Diagram for 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Injector 4
  • Fuel Injector 1
  • Fuel Injector 2
  • Fuel Injector 3
  • Glow Plug 3
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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 Sport 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Jeep Compass Sport 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Engine Control Module
  • Stoplamp Switch
  • Electronics
  • 2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Jeep Compass Limited 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Cluster
  • Shift Lever Assembly
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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: NO ENGINE CRANK OR NO ENGINE START DUE TO ELECTRONIC LOCKUP OF THE WCM / SKREEM
    Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Compass Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Starting Problems
  • Auto Systems:
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: UNDER FLUSH FUEL FILLER DOOR SPLASH SHIELD
    Vehicle: 2007 Jeep Compass 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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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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