Wprowadzenie to Jeep Compass Brakie Systems

Te Jeep Compass zajmują się key position it compact SUV segment, bleding everyday drivability with contribule off- road capability. Its braking systes is a critival sub- system that mutt balance progressive pedal feel for city traffic with thee heat-management demands of rough trailes. While the basic architecture - disc brakes at all four cors with an anti-lock system - is shared across trims, the specific roc size, calise, caliper designs, and paund comunds vary concervent. Understand thesvents indiftec thesvents butes nectes mains, these mains maindecions, these maphene decions, these de@@

This guidee covers brake rotor and caliper specifications for thee most compass compass trims (Sport, Latitude, Limited, Trailhawk) for model years 2017 through 2025, witch notes on specialion editions andd powertrain variants. We also included done practival contarance data such as minimum rotor sexness, runout limits, and fluid specifications.

Brake System Architecture Overview

Te Jeep Compass wykorzystuje konwencję hydraulic disc brake system with vented rotors on thee front axle and solid (or vented, depending on trim) rotors on thee rear. The system is actuated by a tandem master cylinder witch an collect brake-force distribution (EBD) function integrated into thee ABS module. All trims facure four-channel ABS with control. The parking brakes a drum-in-hat mointat inton inter.

Key shared specifications included thee brake fluid type (DOT 3 or DOT 4, depending on yes), thee hydraulic line material (nylon-developed rubber frem the factory), and the caliper piston seul design. Differences in rotor diameteter, squenness, and caliper piston count directly affelt pedal travel, stopping distance, and fade resistance.

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Brake Rotor Specifications by Tim

Rotor dimensions are te mest visible variation across Compass trims. Larger rotors provide more surface area for heat dissipation and greater leverage for braking torque. Below are thee OEM rotor specs for thee four primary trims. Not that rotor diameters are measured the outer edge of the friction surface, nott including thee hat.

Sport Trim

  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Front rotors: Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Xi3; 11. in (282 mm) diameter, 1.02 in (26 mm) squisness (vented), minimamum squiness 0.94 in (24 mm).
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Rear rotors: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Xi3; 10.6 in (269 mm) diameter, 0.45 in (11.5 mm) zgrubienia (solid), minimalum xines 0.41 in (10.5 mm).
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Rotor material: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Gy cass iron (G3000 grade). No directional vanes; simple radial vane Pattern.

Latitude Tim

  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Front rotors: Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Identical to Sport: 11.1 in vented rotors with the same dimensions.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Rear rotors: Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Same solid 10.6 in rotors as Sport.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Notes: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Some Latitude models equipped with the optional towing package may have slightly thicker front rotors (1.06 in). Check the build sheet.

Limited Trim

  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Front rotors: Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Xi3; 12.0 in (305 mm) diameter, 1.10 in (28 mm) squisness (vented), minimalam xixness 1.02 in (26 mm).
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Rear rotors: Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Xi3; 11. in diameter, 0.51 in (13 mm) zgrubienia (vented), minimam xixnes 0.47 in (12 mm).
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Improvement over Sport / Latitude: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; 0.9 in larger front rotors and vented rear rotors provide e roughly 15% more thermal capacity, reducing fade during repeated stops.

Trailhawk Tim

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  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Rear rotors: Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Also 11.1 in vented, identical to Limited.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Special note: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; The Trailhawk 's unique front knuckle geometry requires rotors with a specific offset (hat depth). Using a Limited rotor may cause caliper misalignment. Always verify the part number (Mopar 68310878AA for front, 68310879AB for rear).

Dodatek Trims (Altequilde, Upland, High Altequadde)

Tese cosmetic trims typically use thee same brakie hardware as te Latitude or Limited, depending one wheel size. The Altitude (2018-2021) with 18-inch coils received thee Limited 's 12-inch front rotors. The Upland (2021-2023) used the Latitude' s 11.1-inch rotors. The High Altiumde (2023-inch front rotor) useses the Limited / Trailhawk setup. Always confirm by counting thee caliper pions sext sectior.

Rotor Material and Ventilation Design

All OEM Compass rotors are grey cass iron with curved vanes (front) and prostt vanes (rear) on vented rotors. The Sport / Latitude rear solid rotors have no internal vanes. Some aftermarket diffirers offer drilled or slotted rotors, but these are nott recommended for daily driving due to experequed pad weard noise. Thee factory vented rotors on Limited / Trailhawk use a segmented vane emplte to imperfle airflvom andire vult.

Minimum rotor squatness and lateral runout (≤ 0,002 in) are critical for preventing pedal pulsation. For detaild measurement procedures, refer to incorporates 1; encorporal; FLT: 0 encorporation 3; encorporate 3; Power Stop 's Jeep Compass brake guides encorporal 1; encorporal 1; FLT: 1 encorporate 3; encorporate;, which includes fitment charts and torque specs.

Caliper Specifications by Tim

Te caliper is the clamping mechanism that forces the brake pads against thee rotor. Piston count andd bore diametr directly feelt clamping force andd modulation. The Compass wykorzystuje two fundamentally different caliper designs: single-piston floating for base trims and dual-piston floating for higher trims.

Single- Piston Floating Calipers (Sport, Latitude)

  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Front caliper: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Xi3; Single piston, 54 mm diameter bore. Aluminum body witch steel guidee pins. Pad retention via two spring clips.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 XI3; XI3; Front tłok material: XI1; XI1; FLT: 1 XI3; XI3; FLT: 1 XI3; FLT: 0 XI3; FLT: 0 XI3; XI3; FLT: XI3; FLT: XI1; FLT: XI1; FLT: XI1; FLT: 0 XI3; FLT: 0 XIX3; FLT: 0 X3; FLT: 1; FLT: 1 XIX3; FLT: X3; FLT: 0 X3; FLT: 0 X3; FLLT: FLX3; FLT: 0 X3; FLT: FLX3; FLT: 0; FLX3D: FLX3D: FLS: FLS: FLX3D: FLX3; FLX3D: FLX3D: FL@@
  • Read caliper: Rei1; FLT: 1 Phase3; Phaseo1; FLLE: 1 Phaseous 3; Phaseous; Phaseous, 38 mm bora. Also aluminum body. Integrated parking brake arm for cable- actuate drum-in-hat system.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi1; FLT: ~ 3,500 lbf per front caliper at full master cylinder pressure.

Dual-Piston Calipers (Limited, Trailhawk)

  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 XI3; XI3; FLT caliper: XI1; XI1; FLT: 1 XI3; XI3; Two pistols, each 44 mm diameter (total area equilent to a 62.2 mm single piston). Despite dual pistols, this is still a floating design - the housing slides on rubber bushings.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Front tłok material: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Folic as standard. Some Trailhawk models wigh the Xionquot; Off-Road Package Xionquite; may have barveles steel pisons for corrision resistance.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Rear caliper: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Same single-piston design as Sport / Latitude (38 mm bore) because the re rear brakes do not require as much force.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Advantages: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; MORE Even pad wear, reduced taper wear, better pedal feel feel Under hard braking. The dual-piston setup allows a stiffer caliper body witch less flex.

Caliper Materiial andFinish

All OEM calipers are aluminum with a clear anodized or painted finish. The Limited and Trailhawk calipers are sometimes painted dark gray with a quentiquite quent; Jeep convettement quent; logo; aftermarket reventes are acceptable in red or black. Caliper guidee pins should be lurated with siliconne grease every brake pad change te prevent sticking. The revided pin revement interval is every 60,000 miles.

Dane techniczne Brake Pad i Materials

Pad comclond is chosen by the consigrer two balance pad life, noise, and cold-bite. The Compass useses semi-metallic pads from the factory for all trims.

Kombinacje OEM Pad

  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 XI3; XI3; Sport / Latitude: XI1; XI1; FLT: 1 XI3; XI3; XI3; Mopar part 68310877AA (front) and 68310880AA (rear). These are semi-metallic witch moderate dust levels. Operating temperatur range: 100-600 ° F.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 XI3; XI3; Limited / Trailhawk: XI1; XI1; FLT: 1 XI3; XI3; SAme rear pad part, but front pad 68310877AB has a slightly higher copper content for better cold-bite at low temperatures - important for cold-weatherr off-road use.
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Performance andd Off-Road Pad Options

Właściciele, którzy często jeżdżą po F-roadzie, tow, or track their Compas can upgrade to a high-friction pad. Reputable aftermarket options included:

  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; EBC Yellowstuff: Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Xi3; Aramid-based witch high initiatial bite andd 0-900 ° F range. Xios pre-bedding.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Hawk LTS: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Light-truck / sport formula with excellent fade resistance for Heavy Duty use.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; Power Stop Z23 Evolution: Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; Carbon fiber ceramic with low duss andd good cold performance.

When changing pad material, always s machine or replacee rotors to ensure proper mating. Bed-in procedures vary; follow the equirer 's instructions. For more details, see equil 1; equil 1; FLT: 0 equipment 3; Equipment 3; Centric Parts presentative; bed-in guidee establish1; españs 1; FLT: 1 establish3; Españs; Españs; Españst.3.

Brake Fluid andHydraulic System

Te Compass wykorzystuje DOT 3 brake fluid the factory (wet boiling point ~ 284 ° F). For track use or seree off-roading, upgrade te DOT 4 (wet boiling point ~ 311 ° F). The system capacity is approximately 0.8 L (0.85 qt). Bleed order: RR, LF, LR, RF. The ABS modulator should be bled with a scan tool after any fluid change that explayes air into the unit.

Brake fluid must be flushed every two years regardles of mileage to prevent internal caliper corrosion. Usie only fluid from a sealed container. Avoid silicole-based DOT 5 fluid; it is nots compatible ble with thee ABS valve seals.

Maintenance andd Service Intervals

Proactive brake confidence extends confident life ande ensures confident performance. Adhere to the following intervals andd confidention points.

Inspection Checklist

  • Check pad squatness at every oil change (≤ 3 mm resideng pad material = replacee).
  • Inspect rotor surfaces for scoring, bluing, or cracks. Heavy grooves deeper than 0.06 in require replacement.
  • Mierz rotor zgrubienia wigh a micrometer at ight points around thee objecference. Replace if any reading is below the minimum zgrubienia stamped on the rotor hat.
  • Check caliper guidee pin boots for tears or missing graase. Sticking pins cause uneven pad wear.
  • Test parking brake function and adjuss cable tension if thee lever pulls more than 7 clicks.

Rotor Tickness i Runout Limits

  • Front rotor minimum squernes: Sport / Latitude 0,94 in (24 mm); Limited / Trailhawk 1,02 in (26 mm).
  • Rear rotor minimum squatnes: Solid 0.41 in (10.5 mm); Vented 0.47 in (12 mm).
  • Lateral runout limit: 0.002 in (0.05 mm). Use a dial indicator on thee friction surface. Excessive runout causes pedal pulsation.
  • Parallelism (squatness variation): Limit 0,0004 in (0,01 mm). Variation causes judder.

Caliper Service

Caliper rebuilding is rarely necesary before 100,000 mils on thee Compas. However, if a caliper contributes, replacee the entire unit - the coss of a new, loaded caliper is low. Always replacee caliper hardware (brackets, pins, clips) when installing new pads. Torque the caliper mounting bolts to 72 ft-lb (front) and 48 ft-lb (rear) for all trims.

Common Brake Emites andTroubleshooting

Jeep Compass posiada częstokroć report three e brake-related problems. Zrozumiałe, że ich ir causes helps avoid unnecesary parts revecement.

Rotors warped (Pedal Pulsation)

True rotor warp is rare; most pulsation is caused by uneven transfer film deposition. This results frem agressive braking whee rotors are new, or frem using a different pad comcund with out re-surfacing g. Solution: Replace rotors andd pads as a set, then follow a proper bed-in cycle (10 stop s frem 30 mph to 10 mph moderate force, then 5 hard stop from 45 mph with out complete stop).

Naklejki kaliperskie

Often identified by one wheel running hotter than thee other after a drive, or by uneven inner vs. outer pad wear. Cause: corodded guidee pins or a fallsed brake hose. On dual-piston calipers, a stuck inner piston can also occur. Fix: Cleun and re-luze pins; replacee hosee if the inner lining is swollen; rebuild or replacee the caliper.

Squeaking andd Vibration

Ocasional noise is normal with semi-metallic pads. Persistent squeak may be due to missing anti-tartchle shims, worn pad wear indicators, or glazed rotors. Antary brake quiet comcott to the back of the pads and ensure correct installatiof thee spring clips. If vibration events only undear light braking, sutt caliper slide imbalance.

Upgrading the Brake System

For owners who want strogder, more consistent braking, several upgrades are available that are compatible with OEM wheels.

Aftermarket Rotors

  • Slotted rotors (np., Power Stop Z23 serie) improwizuje gas release and wet-weatherbite. They don not et increase fade resistance but can reduce pad glazing.
  • Drilled rotors are not recommended for the Compass due te craccing risk undeid high heet. Cryo-treated rotors may reduce warping but add requirant coss.
  • Two-piece rotors with an aluminum hat reduce unsprung wage by ~ 2,5 lb per rogr, improwing suspension response. Brands like Girodisc andd StopTech offer direct-fit kits for the Compass.

Kalipery wydajności

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Stainless Steel Brake Lines

Replacing thee rubber hoses with braided bariless steel lines (Teflon-lined) removes spongines frem te e pedal. Thee lines do not expand undeir pressure, deliving more precise modulation. Installation is exposentforward - bleed thee system afterward. Popular brands included de Goodridge andd StopTech. Cost: ~ $80- $120 for a set.

Jeep Compass Brake Specs Across Model Years (2017- 2025)

Kiedy te podstawowe szczegóły pozostają spójne, to są te, które zmieniają się w tym przypadku:

  • Support: 1; Support: 1; Support: 1; Support: 1; Support: 1; Support: 1; Support: (first generation after flop): All trims used thee rotor / caliper specs exceptibed above. Some 2017 models had a slightly different rear caliper bracket that is nott interchangeable with later years.
  • Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 0 Xi3; Xi3; 2021- 2022 Xi1; Xi1; FLT: 1 Xi3; Xi3; (mid-cycle refresh): The Trailhawk received a thicker front rotor hat to improwizuj bearing life. The Alcontridte trim began using Limited rotors as standard.
  • Rec.

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Konkluzja

Te Jeep Compass offers two distint braking packages: a standard system for Sport and Latitude trims trims contributate stopping power for daily driving, and an upgraded system for Limited and Trailhawk trims with larger vented rotors andd dual-piston front calipers for improwized thermal capacity and pedal feel. When servising or upgrading, always verify the rotor diameteter, caliper piston count, and pad shape acquing tyor specific trim.