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Transmission limp home mode – Jeep 2015 Compass - Owner Manual User Manual

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During very cold temperatures (-4°F [-20°C] or below),

transmission operation may be modified depending on

engine and transmission temperature as well as vehicle

speed. Normal operation will resume once the transmis-

sion temperature has risen to a suitable level.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically for

abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that could

result in transmission damage, Transmission Limp Home

Mode is activated. In this mode, the transmission remains

in fourth gear regardless of which forward gear is

selected. PARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue

to operate. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may be

illuminated. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be

driven to an authorized dealer for service without dam-

aging the transmission.

In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission

can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the

following steps:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
4. Wait approximately 10 seconds.
5. Restart the engine.
6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no

longer detected, the transmission will return to normal

operation.

NOTE:

Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom-

mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your

earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has

diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could

recur.

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