Towing a disabled vehicle, With ignition key – Jeep 2011 Compass User Manual

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3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position
without starting the engine (engine Off).

4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.

5. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, push and
hold the override release lever forward.

6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.

7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.

8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

With Ignition Key

Automatic Transmission

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles can be towed with

the front wheels elevated or on a flatbed truck (all four
wheels OFF the ground).

• All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles must be towed on a

flatbed truck (all four wheels OFF the ground).

Shift Lever Override Access Cover

6

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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