2015 JEEP RENEGADE wiper blades

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the
lever on the right side of the steering column. The front
wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the
end of the lever.
CAUTION!
Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
“park” position. If the windshield wiper switch is
turned off, and the blades cannot return to the “park”
position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotate the windshield wiper knob to one of the two
detent positions for intermittent settings, the third detent
for low wiper operation and the fourth for high wiper
operation.
Windshield Washer Operation
To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold
while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the
intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operateWindshield Wiper Stalk
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CONTENTS
!ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD II) . . .513
!EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS..........................513
!REPLACEMENT PARTS..................515
!DEALER SERVICE......................515
!MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.............516
▫Maintenance Chart.....................518
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO
ENGINE.............................527
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ENGINE . . . .528
!MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........529
▫Engine Oil..........................529
▫Engine Oil Filter......................532
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................532
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............533
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............534
▫Body Lubrication.....................536
▫Wiper Blades........................536
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................539
▫Exhaust System......................539
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Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR®
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge
or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film, and
help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield or rear window. Make sure that they are
not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid
damaging the blade. Keep the wiper blade out of contact
with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
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NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending
on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor-
mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks,
water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are
present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary.
Service Position Strategy
The service position allows the wiper blades to be placed
in a position that allows the wiper blades to be easily
changed.
To enable the Service Position Strategy the wipers must
be in the Park position before placing the ignition in the
STOP/OFF position.
Service mode must be activated within two minutes after
the ignition is placed in the STOP/OFF position.
To have a correct activation of strategy, the Service
Position command (antipanic) must be active for at least
half a second.
At every valid activation of Service Position command,
the wiper blades are activated for 250 ms.
The Service Position command can be repeated several
times to bring the brushes into the desired position, up to
a maximum of three times.
After three subsequent activations the strategy is dis-
abled.
Function Deactivation:
The functionality is reset if:
•Turn the ignition to the MAR/RUN position.
•Number of subsequent activations is three.
•Two minutes timer has expired after turning the
ignition OFF.
NOTE:When turning the ignition ON, the blades will go
into the parking position.
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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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Bulbs, Light.............................313
Camera, Rear............................375
Capacities, Fluid..........................592
Caps, Filler
Oil (Engine)...........................531
Carbon Monoxide Warning..................310
Car Washes.............................553
Cellular Phone...........................637
Certification Label.........................400
Changing A Flat Tire.......................476
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................562
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .513
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety..............309
Checks, Safety...........................309
Child Restraint...........................287
Child Restraints
Booster Seats..........................293
Child Restraints........................287
Child Seat Installation....................306
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt.......302
Infants And Child Restraints...............290
Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint . . . .301
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt.................................303
LATCH Positions.......................296
Locating The LATCH Anchorages............299
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children......295
Older Children And Child Restraints.........291
Seating Positions........................294
Child Safety Locks.........................64
Clean Air Gasoline........................389
Cleaning
Wheels...............................555
Windshield Wiper Blades..................536
Climate Control..........................113
Automatic............................119
Manual..............................113
660 INDEX

Vehicle Loading..........................400
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............7
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm)..........50
Viscosity, Engine Oil.......................531
Warning Flasher, Hazard....................427
Warning, Roll Over.........................7
Warnings and Cautions.......................7
Warranty Information.......................13
Washer
Adding Fluid..........................539
Washing Vehicle..........................553
Wheel and Wheel Trim.....................555
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care.................555
Wind Buffeting...........................113
Windows...............................110
Power...............................110
Windshield Defroster.......................116
Windshield Wiper Blades....................536
Wiper Blade Replacement...................536
Wipers, Intermittent.......................106
Wrecker Towing..........................505
674 INDEX