2018 Jeep Compass Dashboard Symbols

When driving the 2018 Jeep Compass on the roads of St. Louis, Chesterfield, Kirkwood, and Missouri, you may notice lights turn on in the dashboard area. Your first thoughts will be confusion and frustration: what are these lights trying to tell you, and how can you make them go off?

It is important to keep a close eye on these dashboard symbols, whether they're relatively benign (like the high beam indicator light) or perhaps a bit more serious (the check engine light). This handy quick reference guide will help to explain some of these important dashboard symbols, showing what they mean and how you should react when they turn on. Keep it handy so you're always ready!

Jeep Compass Indicator Lights

As you're driving, you'll see certain indicator lights on a regular basis. These are common lights, and include basic functions and things like headlights or a turn signal. If an indicator light is staying on despite not using the function, our service professionals can try to find the root of the problem.

Here are some of the indicator lights you may see in the Jeep Compass:

High Beams. This indicator light looks like the letter "D" with some straight lines coming off the left side, meaning the high beams are turned on. Make sure no other vehicles are approaching if you're using these at night.

Hill Descent Control. This symbol looks like a car going down a hill with an odometer near it. It's saying Hill Descent Control is activated, with helps guide the vehicle when the 4WD LOW mode is turned on and the car is going below 30 mph.

4WD Low. If your 2018 Compass has this feature, this light will turn on when the four-wheel drive LOW mode is on. This mode makes it possible to climb over rockier terrain at lower speeds.

Jeep Compass Warning Lights

Warning lights will turn on with a message or audible chime when necessary. Take a look at your owner's manual for more information about the light, or consult our service center. In general, a yellow light is signifying an issue that should be looked at soon, while a red light signifies an issue that is more serious, with immediate action needed.

Here's a closer look at some of the lights you might see:

Air Bag Warning. If the airbag system is malfunctioning, you'll see this light. If there's a concern with an actual airbag itself, the light will turn on and be accompanied by a chime. If this turns on while you're operating the vehicle, call us.

Brake Warning. If the light "BRAKE" turns on in all caps, pull the Jeep Compass to the side of the road and turn the car off. Brake fluid levels might be low, or there could be an anti-lock brake system issue. The car may be dangerous to drive in this condition.

Coolant. Coolant is the fluid that keeps your vehicle from overheating. The warning light is shaped like a staff with wavy lines underneath it. If this light has turned on, shut off the air conditioning (if on) and put the Compass in neutral. If the car isn't cooling down, turn the engine off.

Guide to Jeep Compass Dash Symbols

We hope this dashboard symbols guide has been of assistance to you. We look forward to serving drivers in St. Louis, Chesterfield, Kirkwood, and Missouri, and strive to keep your 2018 Jeep Compass in tip-top shape. If any of the warning lights have turned on, contact our Glendale Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram service center for help today.