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What is the recommended oil type for the Jeep Compass?
My parents just surprised me with a Jeep Compass, so I can drive to school! I want to take care of my car by keeping up with the maintenance, but mechanics are so expensive now. I’m hoping to do my own oil changes to save some money. What oil would I need to get?
Congratulations on your new car! The recommended oil type for the Jeep Compass is usually SAE 0W-20 fully synthetic motor oil. However, this can differ depending on your specific model.
Check your owner’s manual to be sure you use the required oil type. This is important, as the wrong oil type could lead to irreversible damage to your engine.
Before you change your oil, we recommend familiarizing yourself with the process first—YouTube tutorials are a great way to learn, as long as the source is reputable. If you aren’t confident in the procedure, it’s worth going to a licensed mechanic to avoid damaging your car!
On the other hand, if you’re familiar with the process, here’s a quick checklist of signs to change your oil:
- The oil is dark brown or black like soda
- The oil looks coarse or gritty
- Unusual smells are present, like oil, smoke, or burning
- The engine is making abnormal sounds
- Your Jeep Compass’ performance is getting worse
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Motor oil lubricates and cools the internal parts of your engine. It also helps to remove contaminants, and in some cases may condition seals to extend the life of the engine. Regular oil changes are necessary to remove oil that has collected contaminants and replace it with fresh oil. Your manufacturer will specify the oil change interval and oil type and weight for your specific vehicle. If you have an oil leak or your engine burns oil, it may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes. A low oil level will trigger your oil pressure warning light and can cause damage to your engine. When you're ready for your next oil change, pick up oil and an oil filter from O'Reilly Auto Parts. We carry the types and weights of oil recommended for your vehicle.
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| The table shows all suitable motor oils for Compass 1st generation, made in 2014 — 2016. | |
Year | Grade SAE
| Gasoline API | Diesel API | Oil Type | Recommended Brand | |||
2014 |
| SN | CJ-4 CI-4+ | semisynthetics | Mobil, Valucraft, Pentosin, Lucas Oil, Valvoline, Kixx, Exxon | |||
2015 |
| SN | CK-4 CJ-4 | synthetics, semisynthetics | Castrol, Mobil, Valucraft, Pentosin, Lucas Oil, Valvoline, Kixx | |||
2016 |
| SN | CK-4 CJ-4 | synthetics, semisynthetics | Valucraft, Pentosin, Mobil, SHELL, Castrol, Valvoline, Motul |
Data close to recommended in Jeep
To buy the right oil you need to know SAE Viscosity Grade and API Quality Index oil for diesel or gasoline engine. You can select any Brand from the listed.
Example: for gasoline engines Jeep Compass (1st generation) 2014, suitable multigrade semisynthetics oil 15W-40 quality SN. For bodies made in 2016, for the cold season, well suited synthetics 0W-40 \ SN.
If possible, check the selected oil for compliance with the manufacturers specifications and service intervals.
Checking the Engine Oil condition
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