The 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0 is a powerful crossover perfect for both city and outdoor adventures. Keep your Jeep Compass operating at its best by staying on top of its regular oil changes.

Oil changes are a regular part of car ownership and a vital maintenance task if you want to keep your car healthy and running its best. Oil changes can also be done at home as long as you’ve got the right tools, a little patience, and the correct information.

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2017 Jeep Compass 2.0 engine oil capacity

The 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0 has an engine oil capacity of 4.5 quarts. This is the amount of oil your engine can hold and how much you will need to buy for your oil change.

The 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0 has a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine. Note that the 2.0L is not an indication of the oil capacity but the

engine displacement

—the amount of volume its four cylinders take up. Don’t confuse this number with the Jeep’s engine oil capacity.

What kind of oil does a 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0 need?

There are many different types of engine oils available. To get the most out of your 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0, make sure you use the oil type recommended by Jeep.

The 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0 takes full-synthetic oil, which is motor oil specifically designed to last longer and perform better than conventional oil. However, when it comes to synthetic vs. conventional oil, conventional is cheaper.

Specifically, the owner's manual recommends Pennzoil® 0W-20 full synthetic motor oil. SAE stands for Society of Automotive Engineers, while the numbers indicate the viscosity (thickness) of the oil under different conditions.

The 0W is the viscosity at cold temperatures, with W representing winter. The second number, 20, is the viscosity at normal engine operating temperatures (212 degrees Fahrenheit).

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How often to change oil on a 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0

One of the benefits of synthetic oil is that you can go longer between oil changes. For example, some synthetic oils boast gaps of 7,500 to 10,000 miles between oil changes.

However, Jeep recommends you change your 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0 oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles as part of your

basic car maintenance schedule

. These intervals will keep your oil clean and your engine running at top efficiency.

There are a few watchouts that indicate its time to change your engine oil, regardless of how long it's been since your last oil change.

As you get to know your Jeep, you will learn early indicators that an oil change is just around the corner. Here are a few signs you need to change your oil:

Dirty oil is dark brown or black like soda (clean oil is light brown or amber, like a cup of tea)

Motor oil has a gritty texture

Strange noises coming from the engine

New smells, especially anything that smells like oil, smoke, or burning

Changes in your vehicle’s performance

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How to change your oil and oil filter

Now that you know how much oil, what type of oil, and how often you need to change it, you’re ready to do

change the oil and filter

on your 2017 Jeep Compass 2.0. You should also switch your oil filter when you switch your oil—a new oil filter will keep your oil clean as it circulates through the engine.

You’ll need a socket wrench, a drain pan, and a filter wrench, plus a new filter and a few bottles of your chosen engine oil to change your oil.

Before you start, let your engine run for a few minutes so it reaches normal operating temperature. Then turn your car off, pop the hood, and you can get started:

Remove the oil fill cap first. You'll be trapped if you can’t get it off after the oil has drained

Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from under the engine

Let the old oil drain into the drain pan

Replace the old oil filter with the new filter

Once your old oil finishes draining, replace the oil drain bolt using a new washer

Refill the engine with your new oil and replace the fill cap

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary. Check to make sure that the

oil pressure light

has gone off on your dashboard.

Your final task is to properly dispose of your old engine oil. Don’t just dump it—you’ll need to put the old oil in a sealable container and bring it to your local recycling center.

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