2015 JEEP RENEGADE tow

3. Align the colored guide tabs to ensure the panel(s) close properly. Front panel is
labeled with yellow guide tabs. Rear panel is labeled with blue guide tabs.
4. From inside the vehicle, pull the handle down and toward the stowed position,
locking it into place.
Guide Tabs
Closing Panel Handle
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5. Make sure that the panel has been properly refitted. From inside the passenger
compartment, push upward on the panel from the bottom, in order to verify that
it is properly latched to the clamping locks.
Bag For Housing Panels — If Equipped
After the panels have been removed, store the roof panels inside of the bag located
inside the storage compartment.
NOTE:
It is recommended to do this procedure outside of the car.
For proper housing, proceed as follows:
1. Open the Roof Panel Bag and lift the panel dividers toward the outside.
2. Place the first panel into the bag, fold the panel dividers and place the second
panel into the bag.
3. Close the bag and place it on the inside the cargo area.
4. Open the clips provided in the bag. Anchor them firmly at the tie-down hooks
located in the cargo area.
NOTE:
• Do not load objects that weigh over 165 pounds (75 kg) on top of the roof panel
bag.
• The bag is washable. Refer to the documentation that is supplied with the bag.
Panel Locked
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Built-In Features (Uconnect® 6.5A/6.5AN)
CAUTION!
• Ignoring the light/LED on the 9-1-1 button in the overhead console could meanyou may not have 9-1-1 Call service if needed. If the light/LED on the 9-1-1button in the overhead console is illuminated, have an authorized dealerservice the 9-1-1 Call system immediately.
• The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) turns on the Air Bag Warning Light onthe instrument panel if a malfunction is detected in any part of the air bagsystem. If the Air Bag Warning Light is illuminated, the air bag system may notbe working properly and the 9-1-1 system may not be able to send a signal toa 9-1-1 operator. If the Air Bag Warning Light is illuminated, have anauthorized dealer service your vehicle immediately.
• 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 a9-1-1 operator. All occupants should exit the vehicle immediately and move toa safe location.
• Do not add any aftermarket electrical equipment to the vehicle’s electricalsystem. This may prevent your vehicle from sending a signal to initiate anemergency call. To avoid interference that can cause the 9-1-1 Call system tofail, never add aftermarket equipment (e.g., two-way mobile radio, CB radio,data recorder, etc.) to your vehicle’s electrical system or modify the antennason your vehicle. IF YOUR VEHICLE LOSES BATTERY POWER FOR ANYREASON (INCLUDING DURING OR AFTER AN ACCIDENT), THEUCONNECT®FEATURES, APPS AND SERVICES, AMONG OTHERS, WILLNOT OPERATE.
1.Assist Call– The overhead console contains an ASSIST push button which (onceregistered) automatically connects the vehicle occupants to one of these pre-defined destinations for immediate support:
•Roadside Assistance Call—Ifyou
get a flat tire, or need a tow, you’ll
be connected to someone who can
help anytime. Additional fees may
apply. Additional information in
this section.
•Uconnect® Access Care—Inve-
hicle support for Uconnect®Access
System, Apps and Features.
•Vehicle Care— Total support for
your FCA US LLC vehicle.
ASSIST/9-1-1 Buttons1 — 9-1-1 Button2 — ASSIST Button
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Load Floor
The vehicle is equipped with a load floor that can be adjusted as needed.
Position 1 (Floor Flush):
This position allows you to make the load floor flat for ease of loading/unloading
objects from the cargo area. This position also makes it possible to use the space
below as another compartment for storing fragile or smaller objects.
Position 2 (Elevated Position):
When the rear seatbacks and front passenger seat is folded flat, it will allow for
loading objects of long dimensions. It is recommended to use this position only
during the actual transporting of the objects.
Table Tilt Load
In addition to the two positions described above, the load floor can also be placed in
a tilted position (slanted toward the rear seatbacks as to ease the access to the
underlying zone of the luggage compartment (e.g. to pick up the spare tire or the Tire
Service Kit).
Place the load floor in a way that it rests at the supports 1 and 2 on the sides of the
cargo area.
The load floor provides securing of any cargo inside this position, so that the cargo
will slide in the case of sudden braking.
TRAILER TOWING
Tr a i l e r To w i n g W e i g h t s ( M a x i m u m Tr a i l e r W e i g h t R a t i n g s )
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your
given drivetrain.
1.4L Turbo Engine
Trailer towing is not recommended.
EngineMax. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note)
2.4L2,000 lbs (900 kg)200 lbs (90 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of oc-cupants and cargo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and LoadingInformation placard. Refer to “Tire Safety Information” in “Starting And Operating” for fur-ther information.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD)FOUR-WHEELDRIVE (4WD)
TOWING CONDI-TIONWHEELS OFFTHE GROUNDAUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONMANUALTRANSMISSION
MANUAL/AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Dolly TowREAR NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
FRONTOKOK NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD OK
NOTE:
When recreationally towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provin-
cial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details.
Recreational Towing
Models With Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels are OFF the ground. This may
be accomplished using a tow dolly (front wheels off the ground) or vehicle trailer (all
four wheels off the ground). If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.
• Apply the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB). Place the transmission in PARK.
• Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Release the EPB.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If this vehicle
requires towing, make sure the drive wheels are OFF the ground.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe
transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Models With Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, or using a towing dolly) is
NOT ALLOWED. This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all
four wheels are OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on the ground can cause severe
transmission and/or power transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to
restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the
ignition switch is turned to the MAR/RUN position, have the light inspected by an
authorized dealer.
- Air Bag Warning Light
This light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned to the MAR/RUN position. If the light is either not on during
starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Safety” in
your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
NOTE:
The Air Bag System is designed to be maintenance free.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the
ignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever/gear selector
is placed in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable.
However, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is flashing when
the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced
performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require
towing.
-TirePressureMonitoringSystem(TPMS)Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) or Driver Information Display (DID) when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure EVIC or DID
display illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire
causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
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- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to
normal, turn the engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur.
Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant.
-Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might
occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle
and run the engine at idle, with the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the light turns
off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature Warning Light illuminated
will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning
Light is illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in contact with hot
engine or exhaust components and cause a fire.
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to MAR/RUN, this light will turn on if the
driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, and a chime will sound. When driving, if the driver’s
seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate, and the
chime will sound.
Please have your vehicle serviced immediately should the Seat Belt Reminder Light
remain on.
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