2014 Jeep Compass Owner Manual - Page 502

500 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE your authorized dealer immediately to have the trans- Manual Transmission - If Equipped mission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle with Lubricant Selection an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission damage. fluid. Refer to "Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. CAUTION! If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your authorized dealer immediately. Severe transmission damage may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately. Fluid And Filter Changes Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a point not more than 3/16 in (4.7 mm) below the bottom of the hole. Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. Refer to the ЉMaintenance ScheduleЉ for the proper maintenance intervals. In addition, change the fluid and Frequency Of Fluid Change filter if the transmission is disassembled for any reason. Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubricant has become contaminated with water.