2011 Jeep Compass Owner Manual - Page 303

STARTING AND OPERATING 301 They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as NOTE: conventional two-wheel drive vehicles any more than • Increased noise levels at the end of the steering wheel travel are considered normal and do not indicate that low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactothere is a problem with the power steering system. rily in off-road conditions. If at all possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this • Upon initial start-up in cold weather, the power steertype, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in ing pump may make noise for a short amount of time. loss of control or vehicle rollover. This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system. This noise should be considered normal, and it POWER STEERING does not in any way damage the steering system. The standard power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability WARNING! in tight spaces. The system will provide mechanical steering capability if power assist is lost. Continued operation with reduced power steering If for some reason the power assist is interrupted, it will still be possible to steer your vehicle. Under these conditions, you will observe a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at very low vehicle speeds and during parking maneuvers. assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as possible. 5