2015 JEEP RENEGADE automatic transmission fluid

Transmission Over Temperature
•What Does It Mean
This light indicates that the automatic
transmission fluid temperature is running
hot. This may occur with heavy usage, such
as trailer towing.
•What To Do
Safely pull over and stop the vehicle. Shift the trans-
mission to PARK. Keep the engine off or at idle speed
until the light turns off.
Towing Hook Breakdown
•What Does It Mean
The light illuminates to indicate the failure
of the tow hook.
•What To Do
Please contact an authorized dealer.
Power Steering System Warning
•What Does It Mean
This light will illuminate to indicate a fail-
ure in the Electronic Power Steering System
(EPS). Although it will still be possible to
steer the car, additional effort may be needed to
operate the steering wheel.
•What To Do
Please contact an authorized dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
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If the transmission becomes extremely hot, the “Trans-
mission Temperature Warning Light” may illuminate and
the transmission may operate differently until the trans-
mission cools down.
During cold temperatures, transmission operation may
be modified depending on engine and transmission
temperature as well as vehicle speed. This feature im-
proves warm up time of the engine and transmission to
achieve maximum efficiency. Engagement of the torque
converter clutch, and shifts into 8th or 9th gear, are
inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm (refer to the
“Note” under “Torque Converter Clutch” in this section).
Normal operation will resume once the transmission
temperature has risen to a suitable level.
AutoStick
AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature
providing manual shift control, giving you more control
of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to maximize engine
braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and downshifts,
and improve overall vehicle performance. This system
can also provide you with more control during passing,
city driving, cold slippery conditions, mountain driving,
trailer towing, and many other situations.
Operation
When the shift lever is in the AutoStick position (beside
the DRIVE position), it can be moved forward and
rearward. This allows the driver to manually select the
transmission gear being used. Moving the shift lever
forward (-) triggers a downshift, and rearward (+) an
upshift. The current gear is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
NOTE:In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only
shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever
rearward (+) or forward (-), except as described below.
•The transmission will automatically upshift when nec-
essary to prevent engine over-speed.
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the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri-
cant has become contaminated with water.
NOTE:If contaminated with water, the fluid should be
changed immediately.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid.
NOTE:No chemical flushes should be used in any
transmission; only the approved lubricant should be
used.
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission. Automatic
Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and
its performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use
of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks. Avoid using
transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual TransmissionWe recommend you use MOPAR® C Series Manual &
Dual Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid.
Automatic TransmissionUse only MOPAR® ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™ Automatic
Transmission Fluid, or equivalent. Failure to use the
correct fluid may affect the function or performance of
your transmission.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – If EquippedWe recommended you use of synthetic lubricant SAE
75W-90 API GL5
Rear Differential (RDM) – If EquippedWe recommended you use of synthetic lubricant SAE
75W-90 API GL5
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 4. If DOT 4
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
594 TECHNICAL DATA

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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Recreational...........................422
Weight...............................413
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................239
Trailer Towing...........................408
Cooling System Tips.....................421
Hitches..............................412
Minimum Requirements..................415
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................413
Wiring...............................418
Trailer Towing Guide.......................413
Trailer Weight............................413
Transfer Case
Fluid................................594
Transmission
Automatic............................336
Fluid................................594
Manual..............................332
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .40
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........31
Transporting Pets.........................309
Tread Wear Indicators......................580
Turn Signals..............................99
UCI Connector...........................635
Uconnect®
Customer Programmable Features............48
Uconnect® Settings.......................48
Uconnect® Settings.........................34
Customer Programmable Features...........628
Passive Entry Programming................628
Uconnect® Settings......................628
Uconnect® Voice Command..................640
Uniform Tire Quality Grades..................16
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .635
Unleaded Gasoline........................388
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt...............261
Vanity Mirrors...........................102
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