To Open And Close The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door.
Hood Release
2. Reach under the hood, move safety latch to the left and lift the hood.

Safety Latch Location
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the center of
the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
See also:
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser ...
Radio Operation
Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next listenable station
and pressing the bottom of the switch will “Seek” down for the next listenable station.
The button located in t ...
Under the Hood
All Compasses are powered by a 172-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
equipped with variable valve timing for adequate pull at all engine speeds. It
powers the front wheels through a five- ...


