2015 JEEP RENEGADE battery

WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR® engine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom-
mended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in the “In Case Of
Emergencies” section for further information.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
•The battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that
should not be disconnected and should only be
replaced with a battery of the same type (vented).
CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner should
be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the
start of each warm season. This service should include
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CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de-
pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference
on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause
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CAUTION!(Continued)
damage to the power transfer unit. Tire rotation
schedule should be followed to balance tire wear.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If the vehicle should remain stationary for more than a
month, observe the following precautions:
•Park your vehicle in a covered, dry and possibly airy
location the windows open slightly;
•Check that the Electric Park Brake is not engaged.
•Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from the battery
post and be sure that the battery is fully charged.
During storage check battery charge quarterly.
•If you do not disconnect the battery from the electrical
system, check the battery charge every thirty days.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire Rotation
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•Clean and protect the painted parts by applying pro-
tective waxes.
•Clean and protect polished metal parts by applying
protective waxes.
•Apply talcum powder to the front and rear wiper
blades and leave raised from the glass.
•Cover the vehicle with an appropriate cover taking
care not to damage the painted surface by dragging
across dirty surfaces. Do not use plastic sheeting which
will not allow the evaporation of moisture present on
the surface of the vehicle.
•Inflate the tires at a pressure of +7.25 psi (+0.5 bar) is
higher than recommended on the tire placard and
check it periodically.
•Do not drain the engine cooling system.
•Whenever you leave the vehicle is stationary for two
weeks or more, run the at engine idling and for
approximately five minutes, with the air conditioning
system on and high fan speed. This will ensure a
proper lubrication of the system, thus minimizing the
possibility of damage to the compressor when the
vehicle is put back into operation.
CAUTION!
Before removal of the positive and negative termi-
nals to the battery, wait at least a minute with
ignition switch in the OFF position and close the
drivers door. When reconnecting the positive and
negative terminals to the battery be sure the ignition
switch is in the OFF position and the drivers door is
closed.
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Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................543
Disposal..............................546
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................225
Appearance Care.........................553
Arming System (Security Alarm)...............50
Assist, Hill Start..........................229
Audio Systems (Radio).....................634
Auto Down Power Windows.................111
Automatic Headlights.......................96
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
SYNC Temperature Button.................128
Automatic Transmission....................336
Adding Fluid..........................552
Fluid and Filter Changes..................552
Fluid Change..........................552
Fluid Level Check.......................552
Fluid Type............................551
Special Additives.......................551
Auto Up Power Windows...................111
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)........164
Auxiliary Power Outlet.....................164
Axle Fluid..............................594
Axle Lubrication..........................594
Battery.................................533
Belts, Seat...............................311
Blind Spot Monitoring.......................85
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................536
B-Pillar Location..........................568
Brake Assist System.......................227
Brake Fluid.............................594
Brakes.................................223
Brake System............................223
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................225
Fluid Check...........................594
Master Cylinder........................548
Brightness, Interior Lights...................105
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Interior..............................100
Lights On Reminder......................98
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............378
Traction Control........................238
Turn Signal............................99
Vanity Mirror..........................102
Loading Vehicle..........................400
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..568
Locks..................................53
Child Protection.........................64
Door.................................53
Low Tire Pressure System...................378
Lubrication, Body.........................536
Luggage Carrier..........................172
Lug Nuts...............................474
Maintenance Free Battery....................533
Maintenance, General......................529
Maintenance Procedures....................529
Maintenance Schedule......................516
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......513
Manual, Service...........................14
Manual Transmission......................332
Fluid Level Check.......................550
Frequency of Fluid Change................550
Lubricant Selection......................550
Shift Speeds...........................333
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................548
Methanol...............................390
Mirrors
Heated...............................85
Outside...............................83
Rearview..............................81
Vanity...............................102
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................378
MTBE/ETBE............................390
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENT
Special design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.
The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.