2011 Jeep Compass Owner Manual - Page 425

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 423 the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubriFluid And Filter Changes Refer to the "Maintenance Schedule" for the proper cant has become contaminated with water. maintenance intervals. NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be changed immediately. Manual Transmission - If Equipped Rear Drive Assembly (RDA) - AWD/4WD Models Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission Only fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in Lubricant Selection "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. Use only the manufacturer's recommended fluid. Refer Fluid Level Check to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "MaintainCheck the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid ing Your Vehicle" for further information. level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a Fluid Level Check point not more than 3/16 in (4.7 mm) below the bottom Visually inspect the unit at each oil change for leakage. If of the hole. leakage is detected, check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be maintained between Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. the bottom of the fill hole to 1/8 in (4 mm) below the fill Frequency Of Fluid Change hole. Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. 7