2015 JEEP RENEGADE warning

•Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General
Information” in “Starting And Operating” for the
proper inspection procedure.
•When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor-
mation” in “Starting And Operating” for the proper
tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a
higher load carrying capacity will not increase the
vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
•Donotinterconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
•An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
•Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over
1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of
2,000 lbs (907 kg).
WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have a
collision.
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a
collision.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CONTENTS
!HAZARD WARNING...................427
!ASSIST AND 9–1–1 — IF EQUIPPED........427
!BULB REPLACEMENT...................433
▫General Information....................433
▫Replacement Bulbs.....................433
▫Replacement Of An External Lamp.........435
▫Replacement Of A Internal Lamp..........453
!FUSES...............................460
▫General Information....................460
▫Access To The Fuses...................462
▫Engine Compartment Fuses/Distribution Unit . .462
▫Body Computer Fuse Center..............468
▫Rear Cargo Fuse/Relay Distribution Unit.....472
!WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS......................474
▫Torque Specifications...................474
!JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING..........476
▫Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage.........477
▫Preparations For Jacking................478
▫Jacking Instructions...................479
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HAZARD WARNING
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
switch bank below the radio.
Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
Flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the STOP/OFF position.
NOTE:With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
ASSIST AND 9–1–1 — IF EQUIPPED
If equipped, the overhead console contains an ASSIST
and a 9-1-1 button.
Driver Assistance Call Buttons
1 — 9–1–1 Button2 — Assist Button
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WARNING!
•If anyone in the vehicle could be in danger (e.g.,
fire or smoke is visible, dangerous road conditions
or location), do not wait for voice contact from a
9-1-1 operator. All occupants should exit the vehicle
immediately and move to a safe location.
•The 9-1-1 Call system is embedded into the vehi-
cle’s electrical system. Do not add aftermarket
electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electrical sys-
tem. This may prevent your vehicle from sending a
signal to initiate an emergency call. To avoid inter-
ference that can cause the 9-1-1 Call system to fail,
never add aftermarket equipment (e.g., two-way
mobile radio, CB radio, data recorder, etc.) to your
vehicle’s electrical system or modify the antennas
on your vehicle. IF YOUR VEHICLE LOSES BAT-
TERY POWER FOR ANY REASON (INCLUDING
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DURING OR AFTER AN ACCIDENT), THE
UCONNECT® FEATURES, APPS AND SER-
VICES, AMONG OTHERS, WILL NOT OPERATE.
•Modifications to any part of the 9-1-1 Call system
could cause the air bag system to fail when you
need it. You could be injured if the air bag system
is not there to help protect you.
9-1-1 Call System Limitations
Vehicles sold in Canada and MexicoDO NOThave 9-1-1
Call system capabilities.
9-1-1 or other emergency line operators in Canada and
Mexico may not answer or respond to 9-1-1 system calls.
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If the 9-1-1 Call system detects a malfunction, any of the
following may occur at the time the malfunction is
detected, and at the beginning of each ignition cycle:
•The overhead console lights located on the Assist and
9-1-1 buttons will continuously be illuminated red.
•The Phone Screen will display the following message
“Vehicle phone requires service. Please contact your
dealer.”
•An In-Vehicle Audio message will state “Vehicle phone
requires service. Please contact your dealer.”
WARNING!
•Ignoring the Assist and 9-1-1 buttons light could
mean you will not have 9-1-1 Call services. If the
Assist and 9-1-1 buttons light is illuminated, have
an authorized dealer service the 9-1-1 Call system
immediately.
•The Occupant Restraint Control module turns on
the air bag Warning Light on the instrument panel
if a malfunction in any part of the system is
detected. If the air bag Warning Light is illumi-
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4. Install the new headlamp bulb making sure it is
properly locked.
5. Install the headlamp bulb and socket; turn it clockwise
making sure it is properly locked.
WARNING!
Carry out the operation of replacing lamps only with
the engine off. Also make sure that the engine is cold,
to avoid the danger of burns.
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3. Close the light cover over the bulb.
4. Reinstall the dome light in its correct position.
WARNING!
•Before proceeding with the replacement of the
lamp wait for the exhaust pipes are cool: DANGER
OF BURNS!
•Modifications or repair of the electrical system
performed incorrectly and without taking into ac-
count the technical characteristics can cause mal-
functions with the risk of fire.
•Halogen lamps contain gas under pressure, in the
event of breakage be careful of the projection of
fragments of glass.
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•Halogen lamps must be handled by touching only
the metallic part. If the transparent bulb is in
contact with the fingers, reduces the intensity of
the emitted light and you can also affect the life of
the lamp. In case of accidental contact, rub the bulb
with a cloth dampened with alcohol and allow to
dry.
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FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap-
propriate replacement fuse with the same amp
rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse
with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never
replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other
material. Failure to use proper fuses may result in
serious personal injury, fire and/or property dam-
age.
•Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition
is off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
•If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
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•If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, gearbox system) or steering system
blows, contact an authorized dealer.
General Information
The fuses protect electrical systems against excessive
current.
When a device does not work you must check the
electrical circuit inside the fuse for a break/melt.
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