2016 JEEP RENEGADE transmission

CAUTION!
The ABS is subject to possible detrimental effects of
electronic interference caused by improperly in-
stalled aftermarket radios or telephones.
NOTE:During severe braking conditions, a pulsing sen-
sation may occur and a clicking noise will be heard. This
is normal, indicating that the ABS is functioning.
•Do not “ride” the brakes by resting your foot on the
pedal. This could overheat the brakes and result in
unpredictable braking action, longer stopping dis-
tances, or brake damage.
•When descending mountains or hills, repeated braking
can cause brake fade with loss of braking control.
Avoid repeated heavy braking by downshifting the
transmission or locking out overdrive whenever pos-
sible.•Engines may idle at higher speeds during warm-up,
which could cause rear wheels to spin and result in
loss of vehicle control. Be especially careful while
driving on slippery roads, in close-quarter maneuver-
ing, parking, or stopping.
•Do not drive too fast for road conditions, especially
when roads are wet or slushy. A wedge of water can
build up between the tire tread and the road. This
hydroplaning action can cause loss of traction, braking
ability, and control.
•After going through deep water or a car wash, brakes
may become wet, resulting in decreased performance
and unpredictable braking action. Dry the brakes by
gentle, intermittent pedal action while driving at very
slow speeds.
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WARNING!(Continued)
Mitigation (ERM) cannot prevent all wheel lift or
rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the
roadway or striking objects or other vehicles. The
capabilities of an ERM-equipped vehicle must never
be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner,
which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety
of others.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The HSA system is designed to help the driver accelerate
the vehicle from a complete stop while on an incline. If
the driver releases the brake while stopped on an incline,
HSA will continue to hold the brake pressure for a short
period. If the driver does not apply the throttle before this
time expires, the system will release brake pressure andthe vehicle will roll down the hill as normal. The system
will release brake pressure in proportion to amount of
throttle applied.
The following conditions must be met in order for HSA to
activate:
•The vehicle must be stopped.
•The vehicle must be on a 5% (approximate) grade or
greater hill.
•The gear selection must match vehicle uphill direction
(i.e., vehicle facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle
backing uphill is in REVERSE gear).
•For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission,
the HSA will work in REVERSE gear and all forward
gears. The system will not activate if the transmission
is in PARK.
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CONTENTS
STARTING THE ENGINE................321
▫Tip Start Feature......................322
▫If Engine Fails To Start.................322
▫Cold Weather Operation................323
▫Extended Park Starting..................324
▫After Starting — Warming Up The Engine. . . .325
▫Stopping The Engine...................325
▫Turbocharger “Cool Down” —
If Equipped..........................326
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . . .326ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)............327
▫Auto Park Brake......................332
▫SafeHold...........................332
▫Brake Service Mode....................333
MANUAL TRANSMISSION...............334
▫Shifting.............................336
▫Downshifting........................337
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION............339
▫Shift Lever..........................341
▫Gear Ranges.........................343
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▫Transmission Limp Home Mode...........349
▫Key Ignition Park Interlock...............350
▫Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System. . . .350
SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED.........351
▫Activation...........................352
▫Setting A Desired Speed.................352
▫Deactivation.........................353
▫Resume Speed........................353
▫Varying The Speed.....................353
▫Accelerating For Passing................355
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE — JEEP ACTIVE DRIVE
(4WD) AND JEEP ACTIVE DRIVE LOW
(4WD LOW)...........................355
▫Four Wheel Drive (4x4).................356SELEC-TERRAIN.......................358
▫Mode Selection Guide..................358
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)
WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED.......360
▫Forward Collision Warning (FCW) With
Mitigation Operation — If Equipped.......360
▫Turning FCW ON Or OFF...............363
▫Changing FCW Sensitivity...............364
▫FCW Limited Warning..................364
▫Service FCW Warning..................365
▫Precautions While Driving With FCW.......366
▫General Information...................370
LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED.............370
▫LaneSense Operation...................370
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children), and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
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WARNING!(Continued)
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the MAR/RUN mode. A
child could operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle.
Start the engine with the shift lever in the NEUTRAL or
PARK position. Apply the brake before shifting to any
driving range.
Manual Transmission
Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Electric Park Brake (EPB) and put the shift
lever in the NEUTRAL position.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, without pressing the
accelerator.
3. Cycle the ignition to the AVV/START position and
release it as soon as the engine is started.
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4. If the engine does not start, place the ignition in the
STOP/OFF position and wait 10-15 seconds before
attempting to restart the engine.
Automatic Transmission
Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Electric Park Brake (EPB) and put the shift
lever in the PARK or NEUTRAL position.
2. Press on the brake pedal, without pressing the accel-
erator.
3. Cycle the ignition to the AVV/START position and
release it as soon as the engine is started.
4. If the engine does not start, place the ignition in the
STOP/OFF position and wait 10-15 seconds before
attempting to restart the engine.Tip Start Feature
Do notpress the accelerator. Cycle the ignition switch
briefly to the AVV/START position and release it. The
starter motor will continue to run but will automatically
disengage when the engine is running.
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
If the engine fails to start after you have followed the
Normal StartingorExtreme Cold Weatherprocedure,
and has not experienced an extended park condition as
identified inExtended Park Startingprocedure it may
be flooded. Push the accelerator pedal all the way to the
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After Starting — Warming Up The Engine
Proceed as follows:
•Travel slowly, letting the engine run at a reduced RPM,
without accelerating suddenly.
•It is recommended to wait until the engine coolant
temperature gauge starts to rise for maximum perfor-
mance.
Stopping The Engine
Vehicles Equipped With A Mechanical Key Fob:
To turn off the engine with, proceed as follows:
1. Park the car in a position that does not cause a traffic
hazard.
2. Place the transmission in gear (models with a manual
transmission) or place the transmission in PARK (P)
(models with automatic transmission).3. With the engine idling, place the ignition in the
STOP/OFF position.
4. Remove the key from the ignition when the engine is
shut off.
Vehicles Equipped With Electronic Key (Keyless Enter-
N-Go):
To shut off the engine with vehicle speed greater than
5 mph (8 km/h) you must push and hold the ignition or
push the START/STOP button three times consecutively
within a few seconds. The engine will shut down and the
ignition will be placed in the RUN position.
Turning Off the car (placing the ignition from the RUN
position to the STOP position), the power supply to the
accessories are maintained for a period of three minutes.
Opening the driver side door with the ignition RUN will
sound a short chime, to remind the driver to place the
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When the ignition is in the STOP/OFF position, the
window switches remains active for three minutes.
Opening a front door will cancel this function.
After severe driving, idle the engine to allow the tem-
perature inside the engine compartment to cool before
shutting off the engine.
Turbocharger “Cool Down” — If Equipped
This vehicle is equipped with an after-run pump to cool
the turbocharger after the engine is shut off. Depending
on the type of driving and the amount of cargo, the pump
will run for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been
shut off to circulate coolant through the turbocharger.
Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet opera-
tion, it is normal to hear it running during this time.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining And Caring
For Your Vehicle.”
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