Jeep Compass (2022 year). Manual in english

MULTIMEDIA

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System Information

Reset

When the System Information button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the radio system information.
NOTE:

Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.

Setting Name

Description

Software Licenses

This will display the software licensing information screen.

When the Reset button is pressed on the touchscreen, the system displays the options related to resetting the Uconnect system back to its default settings.

These settings can clear personal data and reset selected settings from other menus.
NOTE:

Depending on the vehicle’s options, feature settings may vary.

Setting Name

Description

Restart Radio

This setting will reboot the radio.

Reset Apps Drawer To Default Order

This setting will return the apps drawer to the default order. The available

options are “Yes” and “Cancel”. The X button can also be pressed to cancel

the screen.

Restore Apps

This setting will delete all of the installed apps if there is an issue with using or

installing an app. The available options are “Back” and “Next”.

Restore Settings to Default

This setting will return all the previously changed settings to their factory

default.

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RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES

Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being

on in your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy

performance from your radio. This condition may

be lessened or eliminated by repositioning the

mobile phone within the vehicle. This condition is

not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance

does not satisfactorily improve from repositioning

the mobile phone, it is recommended that the

volume be turned down or off during mobile phone

operation when not using the Uconnect system.

EGULATORY

AFETY

NFORMATION

US/CANADA
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the internal wireless

radio is far below the FCC and IC radio frequency

exposure limits. Nevertheless, the wireless radio

will be used in such a manner that the radio is

8 inches (20 cm) or further from the human body.
The internal wireless radio operates within

guidelines found in radio frequency safety

standards and recommendations, which reflect

the consensus of the scientific community.

The radio manufacturer believes the internal

wireless radio is safe for use by consumers.

The level of energy emitted is far less than the

electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless

devices such as mobile phones. However, the

use of wireless radios may be restricted in some

situations or environments, such as aboard

airplanes. If you are unsure of restrictions, you are

encouraged to ask for authorization before turning

on the wireless radio

page 328.

Clear Personal Data

This setting will display a pop-up that gives you the option to clear all personal

data from the system, including Bluetooth® devices and presets.
NOTE:

Performing this function may take several minutes to complete.

Reset Wi-Fi Password For Projection

This setting will allow you to reset the vehicle’s Wi-Fi password for smartphone

projection. The available options are “Yes” and “Cancel”. The X button can

also be pressed to cancel the screen.

Factory Reset

This setting will restore the radio to its factory default settings.

Setting Name

Description

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SAFETY

SAFETY FEATURES

NTI

-L

OCK

RAKE

YSTEM

(ABS)

The ABS provides increased vehicle stability and

brake performance under most braking conditions.

The system automatically prevents wheel lock and

enhances vehicle control during braking.
The ABS performs a self-check cycle to ensure that

the ABS is working properly each time the vehicle

is started and driven. During this self-check, you

may hear a slight clicking sound as well as some

related motor noises.
The ABS is activated during braking when the

system detects one or more wheels are beginning

to lock. Road conditions such as ice, snow, gravel,

bumps, railroad tracks, loose debris, or panic stops

may increase the likelihood of ABS activation(s).
You also may experience the following normal

characteristics when the ABS activates:



ABS motor noise or clicking sounds (you may

continue to hear for a short time after the stop)



Brake pedal pulsations



A slight drop of the brake pedal at the end of

the stop

The ABS is designed to function with the Original

Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) tires. Modification

may result in degraded ABS performance.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning

Light

The yellow ABS Warning Light will turn on when the

ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode and may

stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS Warning Light remains on or comes on

while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock portion

of the brake system is not functioning and that

service is required. However, the conventional

brake system will continue to operate normally if

the ABS Warning Light is on.
If the ABS Warning Light is on, the brake system

should be serviced as soon as possible to restore

the benefits of Anti-lock Brakes. If the ABS Warning

WARNING!



The ABS contains sophisticated electronic

equipment that may be susceptible to interfer

ence caused by improperly installed or high

output radio transmitting equipment. This

interference can cause possible loss of

anti-lock braking capability. Installation of

such equipment should be performed by

qualified professionals.



Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish

their effectiveness and may lead to a collision.

Pumping makes the stopping distance longer.

Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you

need to slow down or stop.



The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of

physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it

increase braking or steering efficiency beyond

that afforded by the condition of the vehicle

brakes and tires or the traction afforded.



The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including

those resulting from excessive speed in turns,

following another vehicle too closely, or hydro

planing.



The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle

must never be exploited in a reckless or

dangerous manner that could jeopardize the

user’s safety or the safety of others.

WARNING!

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Light does not come on when the ignition is placed

in the ON/RUN mode, have the light repaired as

soon as possible.

LECTRONIC

RAKE

ONTROL

(EBC)

YSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced

Electronic Brake Control (EBC) system. This system

includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Brake Assist

System (BAS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution

(EBD), Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM), Electronic

Stability Control (ESC), Hill Start Assist (HSA), and

Traction Control System (TCS). These systems work

together to enhance both vehicle stability and

control in various driving conditions.
Your vehicle may also be equipped with Dynamic

Steering Torque (DST), Hill Descent Control (HDC),

Rain Brake Support (RBS), Ready Alert Braking

(RAB), and Trailer Sway Control (TSC).

Brake Assist System (BAS)

The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s

braking capability during emergency braking

maneuvers. The system detects an emergency

braking situation by sensing the rate and amount

of brake application and then applies optimum

pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce

braking distances. The BAS complements the

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes

very quickly results in the best BAS assistance.

To receive the benefit of the system, you must

apply continuous braking pressure during the

stopping sequence (do not “pump” the brakes). Do

not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is

no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is

released, the BAS is deactivated.

Brake System Warning Light

The red Brake System Warning Light will turn on

when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN mode

and may stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the Brake System Warning Light remains on or

comes on while driving, it indicates that the brake

system is not functioning properly and that

immediate service is required. If the Brake System

Warning Light does not come on when the ignition

is placed in the ON/RUN mode, have the light

repaired as soon as possible.

Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)

DST is a feature of the Electronic Stability Control

(ESC) and Electric Power Steering (EPS) modules

that provides torque at the steering wheel for

certain driving conditions in which the ESC module

is detecting vehicle instability. The torque that the

steering wheel receives is only meant to help the

driver realize optimal steering behavior in order to

reach/maintain vehicle stability. The only

notification the driver receives that the feature is

active is the torque applied to the steering wheel.
NOTE:

The DST feature is only meant to help the driver

realize the correct course of action through small

torques on the steering wheel, which means the

effectiveness of the DST feature is highly

dependent on the driver’s sensitivity and overall

reaction to the applied torque. It is very important

to realize that this feature will not steer the vehicle,

meaning the driver is still responsible for steering

the vehicle.

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

EBD manages the distribution of the braking

torque between the front and rear axles by limiting

braking pressure to the rear axle. This is done to

prevent overslip of the rear wheels to avoid vehicle

instability, and to prevent the rear axle from

entering ABS before the front axle.

WARNING!

The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the

natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,

nor can it increase the traction afforded by

prevailing road conditions. BAS cannot prevent

collisions, including those resulting from excessive

speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or

hydroplaning. The capabilities of a BAS-equipped

vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or

dangerous manner, which could jeopardize the

user's safety or the safety of others.

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Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)

ERM anticipates the potential for wheel lift by

monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and

the speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines

that the rate of change of the steering wheel angle

and vehicle’s speed are sufficient to potentially

cause wheel lift, it then applies the appropriate

brake and may also reduce engine power to lessen

the chance that wheel lift will occur. ERM can only

reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring during

severe or evasive driving maneuvers; it cannot

prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as

road conditions, leaving the roadway, or striking

objects or other vehicles.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ESC enhances directional control and stability of

the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC

corrects for oversteering or understeering of the

vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate

wheel(s) to counteract the above conditions.

Engine power may also be reduced to help the

vehicle maintain the desired path.



Oversteer — when the vehicle is turning more

than appropriate for the steering wheel position.



Understeer — when the vehicle is turning less

than appropriate for the steering wheel position.

ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the

vehicle path intended by the driver and compares

it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual

path does not match the intended path, ESC

applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to

assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer

condition.

The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light

located in the instrument cluster will start to flash

as soon as the ESC system becomes active. The

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light also

flashes when the TCS is active. If the ESC

Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light begins to

flash during acceleration, ease up on the

accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.

Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the

prevailing road conditions.

WARNING!

Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road

conditions and driving conditions, influence

the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur.

ERM cannot prevent all wheel lift or rollovers,

especially those that involve leaving the roadway

or striking objects or other vehicles. The

capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle must

never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous

manner which could jeopardize the user's safety

or the safety of others.

WARNING!



Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot

prevent the natural laws of physics from

acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the

traction afforded by prevailing road condi

tions. ESC cannot prevent accidents, including

those resulting from excessive speed in turns,

driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro

planing. ESC also cannot prevent accidents

resulting from loss of vehicle control due to

inappropriate driver input for the conditions.

Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can

prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ESC

equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a

reckless or dangerous manner which could

jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of

others.

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ESC Operating Modes

Depending upon model and mode of operation, the

ESC system may have multiple operating modes.
ESC On
This is the normal operating mode for the ESC.

Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system

will be in this mode. This mode should be used for

most driving conditions. Alternate ESC modes

should only be used for specific reasons as noted

in the following paragraphs.

Partial Off
This mode may be useful if the vehicle becomes

stuck. This mode may modify TCS and ESC

thresholds for activation, which allows for more

wheel spin than normally allowed.
To enter the “Partial Off” mode, momentarily push

the ESC OFF button, located below the radio. The

ESC OFF Indicator Light will illuminate. To turn the

ESC on again, momentarily push the ESC OFF

button and the ESC OFF Indicator Light will turn off.
NOTE:

When driving with snow chains, or when starting off

in deep snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to

allow more wheel spin. This can be accomplished by

momentarily pushing the ESC OFF button to enter

“Partial Off” mode. Once the situation requiring

“Partial Off” mode is overcome, turn ESC back on by

momentarily pushing the ESC OFF button. This may

be done while the vehicle is in motion.

Full Off (Four-Wheel Drive Models Only)
This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road

use when ESC stability features could inhibit

vehicle maneuverability due to trail conditions.

This mode is entered by pushing and holding the

ESC OFF button for five seconds when the vehicle

is stopped and the engine is running. After five

seconds, the ESC OFF Indicator Light will illuminate

and the “ESC OFF” message will appear in the

instrument cluster display.
In this mode, ESC and TCS, except for the “limited

slip” feature described in the TCS section, are

turned off until the vehicle reaches a speed of

40 mph (64 km/h). At 40 mph (64 km/h), the

system returns to “Partial Off” mode, as described

above. TCS remains off. When the vehicle speed

drops below 30 mph (48 km/h), the ESC system

shuts off. ESC is deactivated at low vehicle speeds

so that it will not interfere with off-road driving.

However, ESC function returns to provide the

stability feature at speeds above 40 mph

(64 km/h). The ESC OFF Indicator Light will always

be illuminated when ESC is off.



Vehicle modifications, or failure to properly

maintain your vehicle, may change the

handling characteristics of your vehicle, and

may negatively affect the performance of the

ESC system. Changes to the steering system,

suspension, braking system, tire type and size

or wheel size may adversely affect ESC perfor

mance. Improperly inflated and unevenly worn

tires may also degrade ESC performance. Any

vehicle modification or poor vehicle mainte

nance that reduces the effectiveness of the

ESC system can increase the risk of loss of

vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal

injury and death.

WARNING!



When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS function

ality of ESC, except for the limited slip feature

described in the TCS section, has been

disabled and the ESC OFF Indicator Light will

be illuminated. When in “Partial Off” mode,

the engine power reduction feature of TCS is

disabled, and the enhanced vehicle stability

offered by the ESC system is reduced.



Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled when

the ESC system is in the “Partial Off” mode.

WARNING!

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To turn ESC on again, momentarily push the ESC

OFF button. This will restore the “ESC On” mode of

operation.
NOTE:

The “ESC OFF” message will display and an audible

chime will sound when the gear selector is placed

into the PARK position from any other position, and

then moved out of the PARK position. This will

occur even if the message was previously cleared.

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light

And ESC OFF Indicator Light

The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator

Light in the instrument cluster will come

on when the ignition is placed in the ON

mode. It should go out with the engine

running. If the ESC Activation/Malfunction

Indicator Light comes on continuously with the

engine running, a malfunction has been detected

in the ESC system. If this light remains on after

several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been

driven several miles (km) at speeds greater than

30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized dealer as

soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed

and corrected.
The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light

starts to flash as soon as the tires lose traction and

the ESC system becomes active. The ESC

Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light also flashes

when Traction Control System (TCS) is active. If the

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light begins

to flash during acceleration, ease up on the

accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible.

Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the

prevailing road conditions.

The ESC OFF Indicator Light indicates the

customer has elected to have the

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) in a

reduced mode.

NOTE:



The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light

and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on

momentarily each time the ignition is placed in

the ON/RUN position.



Each time the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN

position, the ESC system will be on even if it was

turned off previously.



The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking

sounds when it is active. This is normal; the

sounds will stop when ESC becomes inactive

following the maneuver that caused the ESC

activation.

Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) —

If Equipped

The ESS activates the hazard lights at a faster than

normal speed when heavy brake pressure is

applied. ESS will only activate when the speed is

above 31 mph (50 km/h). The ESS operates

independently of other lamps, and will turn on and

off automatically. This indicates to others that the

vehicle is stopping quickly.
NOTE:



A warning light will illuminate within the instru

ment cluster to inform the driver that the ESS

feature has been activated.



When towing a trailer, ESS will also activate the

rear indicator lights of the trailer.

Hill Descent Control (HDC) — If Equipped

Hill Descent Control (HDC) is intended for low

speed off-road driving while in 4WD Low. HDC

maintains vehicle speed while descending hills

during various driving situations. HDC controls

vehicle speed by actively controlling the brakes.

WARNING!

In the "Full Off" mode, the engine torque

reduction and stability features are disabled. In

an emergency evasive maneuver, the ESC

system will not engage to assist in maintaining

stability. “Full Off” mode is intended for

off-highway or off-road use only.

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HDC has three states:
1. Off (feature is not enabled and will not

activate).

2. Enabled (feature is enabled and ready but

activation conditions are not met, or driver is

actively overriding with brake or throttle

application).

3. Active (feature is enabled and actively

controlling vehicle speed).

Enabling HDC
HDC is enabled by pushing the HDC switch, located

in front of the gear selector. The following

conditions must also be met to enable HDC:



The driveline is in 4WD Low.



The vehicle speed is below 20 mph (32 km/h).



The Electric Park Brake (EPB) is released.



The driver’s door is closed.

Activating HDC
Once HDC is enabled, it will activate automatically

if driven down a grade of sufficient magnitude

(greater than approximately 8%). The set speed for

HDC is selectable by the driver and can be

adjusted within the thresholds by using throttle or

brake application.

Driver Override:
The driver may override HDC activation speed with

throttle or brake application at any time.
Deactivating HDC
HDC will be deactivated but remain available if any

of the following conditions occur:



Driver overrides HDC set speed with a speed

exceeding 20 mph (32 km/h) but remains

below 25 mph (40 km/h).



Vehicle is on a downhill grade of insufficient

magnitude (less than approximately 8%), is on

level ground, or is on an uphill grade.



Vehicle is shifted to PARK.

Disabling HDC
HDC will be deactivated and disabled if any of the

following conditions occur:



The driver pushes the HDC switch.



The driveline is shifted out of 4WD Low.



The driver’s door opens.



The vehicle is driven greater than 25 mph

(40 km/h) (HDC exits immediately.)

Feedback To The Driver:
The instrument cluster has an HDC icon and the

HDC switch has an LED, which offers feedback to

the driver about the state HDC is in.



The cluster icon and switch lamp will illuminate

and remain solid when HDC is enabled or acti

vated. This is the normal operating condition for

HDC.



The switch lamp will flash for several seconds

then extinguish when the driver pushes the HDC

switch when enable conditions have not been

met.

The HDC switch is located within the Selec-Terrain

knob in the upper right position.

WARNING!

HDC is only intended to assist the driver in

controlling vehicle speed when descending hills.

The driver must remain attentive to the driving

conditions and is responsible for maintaining a

safe vehicle speed.

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Hill Start Assist (HSA)

HSA is designed to mitigate roll back from a

complete stop while on an incline. If the driver

releases the brake while stopped on an incline,

HSA will continue to hold the brake pressure for a

short period. If the driver does not apply the

throttle before this time expires, the system will

release brake pressure and the vehicle will roll

down the hill as normal.
The following conditions must be met in order for

HSA to activate:



The feature must be enabled.



The vehicle must be stopped.



The parking brake must be off.



The driver’s door must be closed.



The vehicle must be on a sufficient grade.



The gear selection must match vehicle uphill

direction (i.e., vehicle facing uphill is in forward

gear; vehicle backing uphill is in REVERSE gear).



HSA will work in REVERSE gear and all forward

gears. The system will not activate if the trans

mission is in PARK or NEUTRAL.

Disabling And Enabling HSA

This feature can be turned on or turned off. To

change the current setting, proceed as follows:
If disabling HSA using Uconnect settings see

page 77.

Towing With HSA

Hill Start Assist (HSA) will also provide assistance

to mitigate roll back while towing a trailer.

Rain Brake Support (RBS)

RBS may improve braking performance in wet

conditions. It will periodically apply a small amount

of brake pressure to remove any water buildup on

the front brake rotors. It functions when the

windshield wipers are in LO or HI speed. When Rain

Brake Support is active, there is no notification to

the driver and no driver interaction is required.

WARNING!

There may be situations where the Hill Start

Assist (HSA) will not activate and slight rolling

may occur, such as on minor hills or with a

loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer. HSA is

not a substitute for active driving involvement.

It is always the driver’s responsibility to be

attentive to distance to other vehicles, people,

and objects, and most importantly brake

operation to ensure safe operation of the vehicle

under all road conditions. Your complete

attention is always required while driving to

maintain safe control of your vehicle. Failure to

follow these warnings can result in a collision or

serious personal injury.

WARNING!



If you use a trailer brake controller with your

trailer, the trailer brakes may be activated and

deactivated with the brake switch. If so, there

may not be enough brake pressure to hold

both the vehicle and the trailer on a hill when

the brake pedal is released. In order to avoid

rolling down an incline while resuming accel

eration, manually activate the trailer brake or

apply more vehicle brake pressure prior to

releasing the brake pedal.



HSA is not a parking brake. Always apply the

parking brake fully when exiting your vehicle.

Also, be certain to place the transmission

in PARK.



Failure to follow these warnings can result in a

collision or serious personal injury.

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Ready Alert Braking (RAB)

RAB may reduce the time required to reach full

braking during emergency braking situations. It

anticipates when an emergency braking situation

may occur by monitoring how fast the throttle is

released by the driver. The Electronic Brake

Controller (EBC) system will prepare the brake

system for a panic stop.

Traction Control System (TCS)

The TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin for

each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is

detected, the TCS may apply brake pressure to the

spinning wheel(s) and/or reduce vehicle power to

provide enhanced acceleration and stability. A

feature of the TCS, Brake Limited Differential (BLD)

functions similarly to a limited slip differential and

controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one

wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than the

other, the system will apply the brake of the

spinning wheel. This will allow more vehicle torque

to be applied to the wheel that is not spinning.

BLD may remain enabled even if TCS and ESC are

in reduced modes.

Trailer Sway Control (TSC)

TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an

excessively swaying trailer and will take the

appropriate actions to attempt to stop the sway.

TSC will become active automatically once an

excessively swaying trailer is recognized.
NOTE:

TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. Always

use caution when towing a trailer and follow the

trailer tongue weight recommendations

page 154.

When TSC is functioning, the ESC Activation/

Malfunction Indicator Light will flash, the engine

power may be reduced and you may feel the

brakes being applied to individual wheels to

attempt to stop the trailer from swaying. TSC is

disabled when the ESC system is in the “Partial

Off” or “Full Off” modes.

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS

LIND

POT

ONITORING

(BSM) —

QUIPPED

The BSM system uses two radar sensors, located

inside the rear fascia/bumper, to detect highway

licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks,

motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot zones

from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.

Rear Detection Zones

When the vehicle is started, the BSM Warning Light

will momentarily illuminate in both outside

rearview mirrors to let the driver know that the

system is operational. The BSM system sensors

operate when the vehicle is in any forward gear

and enters standby mode when the vehicle is

in PARK.

WARNING!

If TSC activates while driving, slow the vehicle

down, stop at the nearest safe location, and

adjust the trailer load to eliminate trailer sway.

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The BSM detection zone covers approximately

one lane width, 12 ft (3.8 m), on both sides of the

vehicle. The zone length starts at the outside

mirror and extends approximately 10 ft (3 m)

beyond the rear fascia/bumper of the vehicle. The

BSM system monitors the detection zones on both

sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed

reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher

and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas.
NOTE:



The BSM system DOES NOT alert the driver

about rapidly approaching vehicles that are

outside the detection zones.



The BSM system will automatically disable when

a trailer is detected. If the attached trailer is not

detected, the system detection zone DOES NOT

change. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent

lane is clear for both your vehicle and trailer

before making a lane change. If the trailer or

other object (i.e., bicycle, sports equipment)

extends beyond the side of your vehicle, this

may result in the BSM warning light remaining

illuminated the entire time the vehicle is in a

forward gear. It may be necessary to deactivate

the BSM system manually to avoid misdetection

page 165.

The BSM system can become blocked if snow, ice,

mud, or other road contaminations accumulate on

the rear fascia/bumper where the radar sensors

are located. The system may also detect blockage

if the vehicle is operated in areas with extremely

low radar returns such as a desert or parallel to a

large elevation drop. If blockage is detected, a

“Blind Spot Temporarily Unavailable, Sensor

Blocked” message will display in the cluster, both

mirror lights will illuminate, and BSM and RCP

alerts will not occur. This is normal operation. The

system will automatically recover and resume

function when the condition clears or when an

ignition cycle occurs. To minimize system

blockage, do not block the area of the rear fascia/

bumper where the radar sensors are located with

foreign objects (bumper stickers, bicycle racks,

etc.) and keep it clear of road contaminations.

Radar Sensor Location (Driver Side Shown)

The BSM system will provide a visual alert in the

appropriate side view mirror based on a detected

object when enabled. If the turn signal is then

activated, and it corresponds to an alert present on

that side of the vehicle, an audible chime will also

be sounded when chimes are enabled. In addition

to the audible alert the radio (if on) will also be

muted during the chime event

page 198.

Warning Light Location

As part of the Active Lane Management system, if

the vehicle begins to drift into an adjacent lane

that has an active LED indication, the LED will flash

if steering torque is provided to guide the vehicle

back to the center of the lane

page 145.

The BSM system monitors the detection zone from

three different entry points (side, rear, front) while

driving to see if an alert is necessary. The BSM

system will issue an alert during these types of

zone entries.

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Entering From The Side
Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from

either side of the vehicle.

Side Monitoring

Entering From The Rear
Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on

either side and enter the rear detection zone with

a relative speed of less than 30 mph (48 km/h).

Rear Monitoring

Overtaking Traffic
If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative

speed less than 10 mph (16 km/h), the warning

light will be illuminated. If the difference in speed

between the two vehicles is greater than 10 mph

(16 km/h), the warning light may not illuminate.

Overtaking/Approaching

Overtaking/Passing

The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert

on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts,

walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally

the system may alert on such objects. This is

normal operation and your vehicle does not require

service.

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The BSM system will not alert you of objects that

are traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle

in adjacent lanes

page 328.

Opposing Traffic

Rear Cross Path (RCP)

RCP is intended to aid the driver when backing out

of parking spaces where their vision of oncoming

vehicles may be blocked. Proceed slowly and

cautiously out of the parking space until the rear

end of the vehicle is exposed. The RCP system will

then have a clear view of the cross traffic and if an

oncoming vehicle is detected, alert the driver.

RCP Detection Zones

RCP monitors the rear detection zones on both

sides of the vehicle, for objects that are moving

toward the side of the vehicle with a minimum

speed of approximately 3 mph (5 km/h), to objects

moving a maximum of approximately 20 mph

(32 km/h), such as in parking lot situations.

When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE (R),

the driver is alerted using both the visual and

audible alarms, including reducing the radio

volume anytime the system is enabled regardless

of the chime setting.
NOTE:

In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles can be

blocked by vehicles parked on either side. If the

sensors are blocked by other structures or

vehicles, the system will not be able to alert the

driver.

WARNING!

The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid

to help detect objects in the blind spot zones.

The BSM system is not designed to detect

pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. Even if your

vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always

check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over your

shoulder, and use your turn signal before

changing lanes. Failure to do so can result in

serious injury or death.

WARNING!

Rear Cross Path Detection (RCP) is not a backup

aid system. It is intended to be used to help a

driver detect an oncoming vehicle in a parking

lot situation. Drivers must be careful when

backing up, even when using RCP. Always check

carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you,

and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals,

other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots

before backing up. Failure to do so can result in

serious injury or death.

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Blind Spot Modes

Blind Spot Alert has three selectable modes of

operation that are available in the Uconnect

system.
Blind Spot Alert Lights Only (Default Setting)
When operating in Lights Only mode, the BSM

system will provide a visual alert in the appropriate

side view mirror based on a detected object.

However, when the system is operating in Rear

Cross Path (RCP) mode, the system will respond

with both visual and audible alerts when a

detected object is present. Whenever an audible

alert is requested, the radio is muted for the

duration of the chime.
Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime
When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime

mode, the BSM system will provide a visual alert in

the appropriate side view mirror based on a

detected object. If the turn signal is then activated,

and it corresponds to an alert present on that side

of the vehicle, an audible chime will also be

sounded. Whenever a turn signal and detected

object are present on the same side at the same

time, both the visual and audible alerts will be

issued. In addition to the audible alert the radio

(if on) will also be muted.

When the system is in RCP, the system shall

respond with both visual and audible alerts when a

detected object is present. Whenever an audible

alert is requested, the radio volume is reduced.

Turn/hazard signal status is ignored; the RCP state

always requests the chime.
Blind Spot Alert Off
When the BSM system is turned off, there will be

no visual or audible alerts from either the BSM or

RCP systems.
NOTE:

The BSM system will store the current operating

mode when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the

vehicle is started the previously stored mode will

be recalled and used.
Blocked Sensor
If the system detects degraded performance due

to contamination or foreign objects, a message will

warn you of a blocked sensor and the warning

indicators in side view mirrors will be illuminated.

The warning indicators will remain illuminated until

blockage clearing conditions are met. First clear

the fascia/bumper area around the sensors of the

blockage. After removing the blockage, reset the

system by cycling the ignition from ON to OFF and

then back ON.

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FCW with Mitigation provides the driver with

audible warnings, visual warnings (within the

instrument cluster display), and may apply a brake

jerk to warn the driver when it detects a potential

frontal collision. The warnings and limited braking

are intended to provide the driver with enough time

to react, avoid or mitigate the potential collision.
NOTE:

FCW monitors the information from the forward

looking sensors as well as the Electronic Brake

Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a

forward collision. When the system determines

that a forward collision is probable, the driver will

be provided with audible and visual warnings and

may provide a brake jerk warning.
If the driver does not take action based upon these

progressive warnings, then the system will provide

a limited level of active braking to help slow the

vehicle and mitigate the potential forward collision.

If the driver reacts to the warnings by braking and

the system determines that the driver intends to

avoid the collision by braking but has not applied

sufficient brake force, the system will compensate

and provide additional brake force as required.

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If a Forward Collision Warning with Mitigation event

begins at a speed below 39 mph (62 km/h), the

system may provide the maximum braking

possible to mitigate the potential forward collision.

If the Forward Collision Warning with Mitigation

event stops the vehicle completely, the system will

hold the vehicle at standstill for two seconds and

then release the brakes.

FCW Message

When the system determines a collision with the

vehicle in front of you is no longer probable, the

warning message will be deactivated

page 328.

NOTE:



The minimum speed for FCW activation is

1 mph (2 km/h).



The FCW alerts may be triggered on objects

other than vehicles such as guardrails or sign

posts based on the course prediction. This is

expected and is a part of normal FCW activation

and functionality.



It is unsafe to test the FCW system. To prevent

such misuse of the system, after four Active

Braking events within a key cycle, the Active

Braking portion of FCW will be deactivated until

the next key cycle.



The FCW system is intended for on-road use

only. If the vehicle is taken off-road, the FCW

system should be deactivated to prevent unnec

essary warnings to the surroundings.

FCW Settings

The Forward Collision menu setting is located in

the Uconnect Settings

page 165.

NOTE:

The default status of FCW is “Full On,” this allows

the system to provide warning and autonomous

braking in the event of a potential frontal collision.
Changing the FCW status to “Only Warning”

prevents the system from providing autonomous

braking, or additional brake support if the driver is

not braking adequately in the event of a potential

frontal collision.
Changing the FCW status to “Off” deactivates the

system, so no warning or autonomous braking will

be available in case of a possible collision.
NOTE:

The FCW system state is kept in memory from one

ignition cycle to the next. If the system is turned off,

it will remain off when the vehicle is restarted.

Changing FCW Sensitivity And Operating

Status

The FCW Sensitivity and Operation settings are

programmable through the Uconnect system

page 165.

The default status of FCW is the “Medium” setting

and the FCW is in the “Full On” setting. This allows

the system to warn the driver of a possible collision

WARNING!

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended

to avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW

detect every type of potential collision. The driver

has the responsibility to avoid a collision by

controlling the vehicle via braking and steering.

Failure to follow this warning could lead to

serious injury or death.

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with the vehicle in front using audible/visual

warnings and it applies autonomous braking.
Changing the FCW status to the “Far” setting

allows the system to warn the driver of a possible

collision with the vehicle in front using audible/

visual warnings when the latter is at a farther

distance than in the "Medium" setting. This

provides the most reaction time to avoid a possible

collision.
Changing the FCW status to the “Near” setting

allows the system to warn the driver of a possible

collision with the vehicle in front when the vehicle

in the front is much closer. This setting provides

less reaction time than the “Far” and “Medium”

settings, which allows for a more dynamic driving

experience.
NOTE:



The system will retain the last setting selected

by the driver after ignition shut down.



FCW may not react to irrelevant objects such as

overhead objects, ground reflections, objects

not in the path of the vehicle, stationary objects

that are far away, oncoming traffic, or leading

vehicles with the same or higher rate of speed.



If FCW is disabled, unavailable screens will be

displayed.

FCW Limited Warning

If the instrument cluster display reads “FCW

Limited Functionality” or “FCW Limited

Functionality Clean Front Windshield”

momentarily, there may be a condition that limits

FCW functionality. Although the vehicle is still

driveable under normal conditions, the active

braking may not be fully available. Once the

condition that limited the system performance is

no longer present, the system will return to its full

performance state. If the problem persists, see an

authorized dealer.

Service FCW Warning

If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster

display reads “FCW Unavailable Service Required”,

there is an internal system fault. Although the

vehicle is still driveable under normal conditions,

have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) —

If Equipped

PEB is a subsystem of the Forward Collision

Warning (FCW) system which provides the driver

with audible warnings and visual warnings, in the

instrument cluster display. It may apply limited

automatic braking when it detects a potential

frontal collision with a pedestrian/cyclist.

PEB Message

If a PEB event begins at a speed below 39 mph

(62 km/h), the system may provide maximum

braking to mitigate the potential collision with a

pedestrian. If the PEB event stops the vehicle

completely, the system will hold the vehicle at a

standstill for two seconds and then release the

brakes. When the system determines a collision

with the pedestrian in front of you is no longer

probable, the warning message will be

deactivated.
The minimum speed for PEB activation is 3 mph

(5 km/h).

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