Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Body Verification Test
2023 Jeep Compass LatitudeSECTION Body Verification Test
Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST
- Disconnect all jumper wires and reconnect all previously disconnected components and connectors.
- Make sure all accessories are turned off.
- Make sure the battery is fully charged.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, record and erase Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) s from all modules.
- If an electronic control module was replaced, select the applicable module from the scan tool. If the module has programmable features, program as necessary.
- Turn the ignition off, wait 10 seconds, and then turn the ignition on.
- Operate all functions of the system that caused the original concern. If a repair was done to the power windows, operate the motor fully down and stall it for two seconds, and then to the full up position and stall it for two seconds.
- With the scan tool, view all the modules and check for DTCs.
Are DTCs present in any of the modules or is the original condition still present?
Yes
- The repair is not complete. Refer to the appropriate procedure or related service information for the DTC or symptom that is still present.
No
- The repair is complete.
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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.