Jeep Compass Dashboard Lights And Meaning

The Electronic Stability Control appears in the instrument cluster when the ESC is active. The system will create a clicking or buzzing sound when it is active.

This warning symbol appears on your dashboard to indicate that the Electronic Stability Control is off.

This light indicates a problem with Electronic throttle control; your car will not stop suddenly, but it will reduce your vehicle\'s performance, and if not taken care of, your vehicle may require towing.

This light indicates that there is some malfunction in the engine, and you are advised to get the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

You will see this warning symbol with low\" written on it. It indicates that the temperature of engine oil is higher than it should be. Stop the car and shut off the engine, wait for the temperature to turn normal.

The front fog indicator turns on when the front fog indicators are active. You are advised to keep them on in harsh weather conditions.

This symbol simply means that the the high beam is active. Turn it off when it is not required.

It indicates that the hood is not entirely closed; while driving, there will be a single chime.

The lane departure warning light comes on when you cross lane without proper signaling.

Carefully stop the car as you need to tighten the loose fuel cap.

This light simply means that not much fuel is left in the tank, and you should fill it up; otherwise, you will be stuck on the road.

The low washer fluid symbol will illuminate when the windshield washer fluid is low. Add the washer fluid to clean the windshield anytime you want.

When you see this symbol in green color, it means that the rear fog lights are active. However, when the light turns yellow, it indicates a malfunction in the rear fog lights.

This one lits up when the seatbelt of the driver or passenger seat is unbuckled. The light will remain on until the seatbelt is buckled.

This symbol means that a malfunction has been detected in the electric parking system and you should get it checked as soon as possible.

This light indicates that the Stop/Start System is malfunctioning and service is required. You should immediately get it checked. When the symbol is green, it means that engine was switched off due to inactivity.

This light will switch on with an indicator on the screen when the tire pressure is lower than recommended. It can damage more than one tire; get it checked!

This light indicates that transmission fluid has a higher temperature than usual. This occurs when you put a load on the vehicle, stop the car and run the engine at idle until the light turns off.

It will illuminate when the security alarm is going on. It will flash slowly until the vehicle is secured or the alarm is turned off.

This light turns on when there is a malfunction in the ABS. Have the brake system inspected as soon as possible.

When you see this light in green color, it means that the adaptive cruise control is active. If the light is yellow, ACC need service.

This light indicates that the front airbag is switched off. If the light doesn\'t turn on during startup or stays on while driving, get the system inspected as soon as possible.

It will light up when the battery is not charging correctly; if it is also illuminating while driving, there might be a malfunction, and you should get it checked.

This light indicates that the parking brake is applied. However, If the light stays on while driving or on turns, it could mean that there is a problem in the brake fluid or anti-lock brake system; it is extremely dangerous for the light to turn on when brakes are not applied; get it checked.

This green symbol simply means that the dipped head lights are active.

This warning light indicates that the electronic brake is not working correctly; contact the authorized dealer and immediately check it.

This means that there\'s a fault with Electric Power Steering, driving with this light on is a risk to your life, service should be obtained quickly.

This light indicates that a door is ajar or not fully closed. Stop the vehicle to close it properly.