Safety
For an entry-level vehicle the Compass comes stacked with safety features. Side curtain airbags, traction control, an electronic stability system and antilock brakes all come standard at the $15,985 entry price.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety just released crash-test results for the Compass' sibling, the Dodge Caliber. It received a Good rating, the best possible, in the frontal crash test, but got a Marginal score, the second worst possible, in both side-impact and rear-impact tests. While the two vehicles aren't identical, the results should be similar for the Compass.
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Seats
Seats are part of the Occupant Restraint System of the vehicle.
WARNING!
• It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these areas a ...
Before You Cross Any Type Of Water
As you approach any type of water, you need to determine if you can cross it
safely and responsibly. If necessary, get out and walk through the water or probe
it with a stick. You need to be sure ...
Selection Of Coolant
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended engine coolant
(antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information.
CAUTION!
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