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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2010COMPASS LIMITED, EDG, AUTOMATIC CVTREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCEFUEL DELIVERYEXHAUST SYSTEMCONVERTER, CATALYTICINSTALLATIONDIESEL ENGINE - WITH DPF
2010 Jeep Compass Limited, EDG, Automatic CVT
Diesel Engine - With DPF
2010 Jeep Compass Limited, EDG, Automatic CVTSECTION Diesel Engine - With DPF
- Position catalytic converter (1) onto turbo assembly.
- Install the lower support bracket bolts.
- Using a new gasket, position the catalytic converter (3) against the diesel particulate filter (DPF). See Exhaust System/FILTER, Diesel Particulate - InstallationΒ .
- Working from the front of system; align each component to maintain position and proper clearance with underbody parts.CAUTION: Band clamps should never be tightened such that the two sides of the clamps are bottomed out against the center hourglass shaped center block. Once this occurs, the clamp has lost clamping force and must be replaced.
- Tighten the I-Pipe/muffler assembly band clamps to 55 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
- Install the front suspension crossmember. Refer to Frame and Bumpers/Frame/CROSSMEMBER - Installation .
- Lower vehicle.
- Install catalytic to turbo band clamp.
- Install catalytic converter steady rest bracket.
- Install temperature and O2 sensors.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Install the air intake assembly.
- Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
- Check fluid levels. Add fluid to required level.
- Check the exhaust system for contact with the body panels. Make the necessary adjustments, if needed.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.