Diagnostic Test

2014 Jeep Compass Limited, AWD, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Diagnostic Test
  1. VERIFY DTC IS ACTIVE 
    NOTE:

    Verify the IOD fuse is installed and battery voltage is between 10 and 16 volts before proceeding.

    1. Turn the ignition on.
    2. With the scan tool, read and record ABS DTCs.
    3. With the scan tool, read and record Environmental Data to help identify the conditions in which the DTC was set.
    4. With the scan tool, erase ABS DTCs.
    5. Cycle the ignition switch.
    6. With the scan tool, read ABS DTCs.

      Does this DTC reset?

      Yes 

      • Go To  2

      No 

  2. CHECK FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIVE DTCs 
    1. With the scan tool, read all active DTCs from all CAN C Bus modules.
      NOTE:

      Check for CAN C hardware electrical, VIN Missing/Mismatch, battery or ignition related DTCs.

      Does the scan tool display any active DTCs related to the conditions listed above?

      Yes 

      • Perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.

      No 

      • Go To  3
  3. VERIFY THAT THE TIPM IS ACTIVE ON THE BUS 
    1. With the scan tool, select ECU View.
    2. Verify that the TIPM is active on the bus.

      Is the TIPM active on the bus?

      Yes 

      • Go To  4

      No 

  4. CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION RELATED DTCs 
    1. With the scan tool, select Network View and select Advanced.

      Is there more than one module with active DTCs."Logged Against" the TIPM?

      Yes 

      • Replace/update the TIPM in accordance with the service information.
      • Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .

      No 

      • Replace the Anti-Lock Brake Module in accordance with the service information.
      • Perform ABS VERIFICATION TEST. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.