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What does the "RPM x1000" light indicate in the Jeep Compass?
Answer: In the Jeep Compass, the light indicating "RPM x1000" simply indicates the need to shift to a higher gear, as the engine revs are almost at the limit.... Read all

Posted on 16-05-2023
What does the "side distance warning not available" message mean in the Jeep Renegade?
Answer: In the Jeep Renegade, the "side distance warning" is simply the parking sensor system. The "side distance warning not available" message therefore ind... Read all

Posted on 2-03-2023
Where is the alternator fuse located on the Jeep Patriot?
Answer: The Jeep Patriot alternator fuse is contained in the fuse box located on the side of the engine compartment: the fuse in question is indicated with th... Read all

Posted on 4-02-2023
Why does the clutch on a Jeep Compass slip?
Answer: A common clutch problem on a 2019 Jeep Compass can be due to worn clutch notches. When the clutch slips, the problem is given by the worn notches whic... Read all

Posted on 29-01-2023
Why doesn't the Start&Stop of the Jeep Compass 2 work?
Answer: If the Start&Stop system of your Jeep Compass second series (year 2016-2023) does not work, there is very likely a fault in the car's electrical syste... Read all

Posted on 27-01-2023
How does the automatic transmission of the Jeep Renegade work?
Answer: The nine-speed automatic transmission is fully electronic and allows manual shifts via the automatic selector lever. More than 20 shift maps for speci... Read all

Posted on 20-01-2023
How to change front turn signal bulb on Jeep Renegade?
Answer: To change this bulb we must first remove the wheel arch cover to be able to access the bulb holder and remove it. At this point we can remove the old ... Read all

Posted on 22-12-2022
How to reset the Uconnect system in the Jeep Renegade?
Answer: In the Jeep Renegade, it may happen that the Uconnect system crashes or gives signs of malfunction. In these cases we can perform a quick reset by hol... Read all

Posted on 12-08-2022
Why does the start and stop light come on in a Jeep Compass?
Answer: There are several reasons why the start and stop light may come on. It could be due for example to a drop in ignition voltage or more commonly the pro... Read all

Posted on 1-07-2022
How to unlock the electronic handbrake in the Jeep Renegade?
Answer: Unlocking the electric handbrake in the Jeep Renegade is very simple. All you have to do is insert the key, turn on the ignition, hold down the brake ... Read all

Posted on 24-06-2022
Why is the Stop and Start service not available on the Jeep Compass?
Answer: When we find malfunctioning anomalies on the start and stop system of this car, it is probably necessary to update the software and therefore it is ne... Read all

Posted on 11-05-2022
If the message Start & Stop not available on the Jeep Compass appears, what to do?
Answer: If the Start & Stop unavailable indication suddenly appears on the display, it means that the battery has lost efficiency (it has lost momentum as the... Read all

Posted on 20-02-2022
What to do if the brake pad warning light appears on Jeep Renegade?
Answer: If the brake pad light on Jeep Renegade has come on, it means that it is time to replace them as the sensor that takes care of them has detected a thi... Read all

Posted on 19-02-2022
Why did the oil change light come on in the Jeep Renegade?
Answer: In the Jeep Renegade, once the milestone has been reached in kilometers or in time set by the manufacturer, the oil change warning light will turn on.... Read all

Posted on 17-02-2022
What is the button on the rearview mirror of the Jeep Compass for?
Answer: In the Jeep Compass internal rear view mirror, there is a small button which, when pressed, activates the anti-glare function. This function is useful... Read all

Posted on 5-01-2022
What does "SDW not working" mean on the Jeep Compass?
Answer: SDW stands for Side Distance Warning: when the wording "SDW not working" appears on the Jeep Compass display, it means that the parking sensors cannot... Read all

Posted on 18-12-2021
How to deactivate the Start / Stop in the Jeep Renegade?
Answer: To deactivate the Start / Stop system in the Jeep Renegade, simply press the button depicting a circled A located in the center console. The turning o... Read all

Posted on 21-11-2021
How to reset the tire warning light in the Jeep Renegade?
Answer: To reset the low tire pressure warning light, in the Jeep Renegade, go to the pressure control screen and inflate the tires to 4.0 BAR. From here on, ... Read all

Posted on 13-11-2021
My Jeep Renegade screen does not turn on, what can it be?
Answer: In case the screen of your Jeep Renegare remains off or frozen often this may be due to a software problem. If you are listening to music from a USB s... Read all

Posted on 11-11-2021
Why is Start & Stop no longer available in the Jeep Compass?
Answer: The Start & Stop system, ie the automatic shutdown during prolonged stops and the subsequent restart, in the Jeep Compass needs a large amount of ener... Read all

Posted on 22-10-2021
What does the Jeep Renegade "Start & Stop not available" mean?
Answer: When the words "Start & Stop not available" appear on the display of the Jeep Renegade, together with the words "Have engine checked", the most likely... Read all

Posted on 4-09-2021
What is the mileage to replace the timing belt on the Jeep Renegade?
Answer: The timing belt replacement interval of the Jeep Renegade varies according to the type of engine present; usually, the mileage interval for replacemen... Read all

Posted on 27-05-2021

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