2015 JEEP RENEGADE tires

wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu-
facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva-
lent to the originals in size, quality and performance
when replacement is needed. Refer to the paragraph on
“Tread Wear Indicator.” Refer to the Tire and Loading
Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for
the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and
Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original
equipment tire sidewall. See the Tire Sizing Chart ex-
ample found in the Tire Safety Information section of this
manual for more information relating to the Load Index
and Speed Symbol of a tire.
It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two
rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a
wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels.
It is recommended you contact your authorized tire
dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions
you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure
to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect
the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle.
WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage.
•Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
•Install on front tires only
•Due to limited clearance, the following traction de-
vices are recommended:
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
•Original equipment 215/60R17 and 225/55R18 tire
sizes are not chainable.
•The use of 7mm snow chains is permitted with the use
of 215/60R16 tires.
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Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Non-Trailhawk Models with-
out a Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit
•Original equipment 215/60R17 and 225/55R18 tire
sizes are not chainable.
•The use of 9mm snow chains is permitted with the use
of 215/60R16 tires.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Non-Trailhawk Models with a
Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit
•The use of 7mm snow chains is permitted with the use
of 215/60R17 and 225/55R18 tires.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Trailhawk Models
•The use of 9mm snow chains is permitted with the use
of 215/60R17 tires.
CAUTION!
•Use on Front Tires Only
•Damage to Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models may
result if tire chains or traction devices are used with
original equipment size tires.
•Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Models with-
out a Two-Speed Power Takeoff Unit may result if
tire chains or traction devices are used with origi-
nal equipment size tires.
•Damage to Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Trailhawk
Models may result if tire chains or traction devices
are used with original equipment size tires.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the
following precautions:
•Because of restricted traction device clearance be-
tween tires and other suspension components, it is
important that only traction devices in good condi-
tion are used. Broken devices can cause serious
damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if noise
occurs that could indicate device breakage. Remove
the damaged parts of the device before further use.
•Install device as tightly as possible and then re-
tighten after driving about½mile (0.8 km).
•Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
•Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
•Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Observe the traction device manufacturer ’s instruc-
tions on the method of installation, operating
speed, and conditions for use. Always use the
suggested operating speed of the device manufac-
turer ’s if it is less than 30 mph (48 km/h).
•Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire.
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at
different loads and perform different steering, handling,
and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with
aggressive tread designs such as those on On/Off Road
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type tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to main-
tain mud, snow, and wet traction levels, and contribute to
a smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or
unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being
performed.
The suggested Front Wheel Drive (FWD) rotation
method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following
diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some
directional tires that must not be reversed.
The suggested Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire rotation
method is the “forward-cross” shown in the following
diagram.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Tire Rotation
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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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About Your Brakes........................223
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)................225
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............544
Adding Fuel.............................396
Adding Washer Fluid......................539
Additives, Fuel...........................391
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..269
Air Bag
Advance Front Air Bag...................270
Air Bag Components.....................269
Air bag Operation.......................273
Air Bag Warning Light...................283
Driver Knee Air Bag.....................274
Enhanced Accident Response...............281
Event Data Recorder (EDR)................285
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..269
If A Deployment Occurs..................279
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................274
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............285
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light...........284
Side Air Bags..........................274
Transporting Pets.......................309
Air bag Deployment.......................269
Air bag Light............................283
Air bag Maintenance.......................285
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .532
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................118
Air Conditioning..........................115
Air Conditioning Controls...................115
Air Conditioning Filter.....................535
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................534
Air Conditioning System....................115
Air Pressure, Tires.........................575
Air Recirculation..........................118
Alarm
Arm The System........................51
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................50
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................50
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