2017 JEEP RENEGADE Owners Manual

CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heat-
ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the win-
dow.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Rear Window Defrosting
Push and release the rear window defrost button to turn
the function on/off.
Activation of this function is indicated by the rear defrost
indicator light on the instrument panel turning on. The
function is automatically deactivated after 20 minutes.
If equipped, push the rear defrost button to activate the
defrosting of door mirrors and heated rear window.
CAUTION!
To avoid causing damage to the rear window defroster
heating filaments do not affix stickers or other objects
to the inside of the rear glass.
Air Recirculation
Push and release the Air Recirculation button so that the
LED is on, to enter recirculation mode. It is recommended
to turn the internal air recirculation on while standing in
traffic or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of polluted
air.
Do not use the function for a long period of time, particu-
larly if there are many passengers in the vehicle, to prevent
the windows from misting up.
NOTE: Internal air recirculation makes it possible to reach
the required heating or cooling conditions quickly depend-
ing on the mode selected. Do not use the internal air
recirculation function on rainy/cold days as it would
considerably increase the possibility of the windows mist-
ing.
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System Maintenance
In Winter, the Climate Control system must be turned on at
least once a month for approximately 10 minutes.
Have the system inspected at an authorized dealer before
the summer.
NOTE:The system uses R-1234yf (refrigerant) which does
not pollute the environment in the event of accidental
leakage. Under no circumstances is the use of R-134a
(refrigerant) allowed.Automatic Climate Control Overview
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
Icon Description
MAX A/C Setting
MAX A/C sets the system for maximum cooling performance. Rotate the driver temperature
control adjust knob counterclockwise for MAX A/C. Both driver and passenger temperature dis-
plays will show MAX A/C LO. In MAX A/C, the blower speed and mode position can be ad-
justed to desired user settings. Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C operation to
switch to the selected setting and MAX A/C to exit.
Automatic Climate Controls
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IconDescription
A/C Button
Push the A/C Control Button to change the current setting. The indicator illuminates when the
A/C is ON. Pushing the AUTO control button will cause the A/C operation to change to AUTO
mode and the A/C indicator will turn off.
SYNC Button
Push the Sync button to toggle the Sync feature ON/OFF. The Sync indicator will illuminate
when this feature is enabled. Sync is used to synchronize the passenger temperature setting
with the driver temperature setting. Changing the passenger temperature setting while in Sync
mode will automatically exit this feature and return to the separate management of air tempera-
tures in the two zones.
Recirculation Button
Push to change the current setting. The LED illuminates when ON.
NOTE:
•When in Max Defrost mode, the Recirculation button will change the setting to normal De-
frost mode. This indicates that you can not enter to this mode due to fogging risk.
•When the Auto indicator is ON and the Recirculation indicator is off, the Recirculation is in
AUTO mode. If the Recirculation indicator is on, the Recirculation setting is manual and Re-
circulation is on.
AUTO Button — If Equipped
Pushing this button will automatically control the interior cabin temperature by adjusting air-
flow distribution and amount. Performing this function will cause the automatic climate controls
to change between manual mode and automatic modes.
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IconDescription
MAX Defrost Button
Push the MAX Defrost button to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indica-
tor illuminates when this feature is on. Performing this function will cause the automatic climate
controls to change to manual mode. The blower speed increases to full (all LEDs on) when
MAX Defrost mode is selected, the air conditioning compressor is turned on (LED on), both
driver and passenger temperature controls are set to (HI), defrost mode is selected (LED on),
rear defroster is turned on (LED on) and the air recirculation is turned off (LED off). If the MAX
Defrost mode is turned off, the climate system will return to the previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Push the Rear Defrost button to turn on the rear window defroster and the heated outside mir-
rors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear
window defroster automatically turns OFF after 20 minutes.
Passenger Temperature Knob
Provides the passenger with independent temperature control. Rotate the adjustment knob to set
desired temperature shown in the Temperature Display. The set temperature is shown on the
display. Turning the control knob completely in one direction or the other activates the HI
(maximum heating) or LO (maximum cooling) functions shown in the display, respectively. To
deactivate these functions, turn the temperature knob to the desired temperature.
NOTE:Rotating the Passenger Temperature Control knob while in Sync mode will automati-
cally exit Sync.
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IconDescription
Blower Control Knob
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. Adjust-
ing the blower will cause the automatic mode to change to manual operation. The speeds can be
selected by rotating the Blower Control adjustment knob.
Windshield Mode
Windshield Mode
Air comes from the outlets directed at the windshield meant for defrosting, and side window
demisting. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the
windshield.
Panel Mode
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually
adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be
moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel lo-
cated below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.
Floor Mode
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side
window demister outlets.
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IconDescription
Bi-Level Mode
Bi-Level Mode
Bi-Level Mode is obtained by pressing both the Panel Mode button and the Floor Mode button,
activating them both. Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
NOTE: Bi-Level Mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the
panel outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Mix Mode
Mix Mode
Mix Mode is obtained by pressing both the Windshield Mode button and the Floor Mode but-
ton, activating them both. Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister
outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the wind-
shield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
Climate Control Power Button
Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control on/off.
Driver Temperature Knob
Provides the driver with independent temperature control. Rotate the adjustment knob to set
desired temperature shown in the Temperature Display. Rotate fully counterclockwise for maxi-
mum A/C (LO). The set temperature is shown on the display. Turning the control knob com-
pletely in one direction or the other activates the HI (maximum heating) or LO (maximum cool-
ing) functions shown in the display, respectively. To deactivate these functions, turn the
temperature knob to the desired temperature.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heat-
ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the win-
dow.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Climate Control System Compressor
Push the A/C Control button to activate/deactivate the
compressor (activation is indicated by the LED on the
button turning on).
The system remembers that the compressor has been
turned off, even after the engine has stopped.
Pushing the A/C button will stop AUTO MODE (AUTO
LED will turn off). To restore automatic control of compres-
sor, push the AUTO button again. NOTE:
With the compressor off, air cannot be introduced
to the passenger compartment with a temperature lower
than the outside temperature. Under certain environmental
conditions, windows could fog rapidly since the air is not
dehumidified.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the system for maximum cooling perfor-
mance.
Rotate the driver temperature control adjust knob counter-
clockwise for MAX A/C. Both driver and passenger tem-
perature displays will show MAX A/C LO.
In MAX A/C, the blower speed and mode position can be
adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings
will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the selected
setting and MAX A/C to exit.
Rapid Window Demisting (MAX-Defrost Function)
Push the MAX-defrost button to activate (LED on) the
windshield and side window demisting function.
The Climate Control system carries out the following
operations:
• Turns on the air conditioning compressor when environ-
mental conditions are suitable.
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•Turns air recirculation off.
• Sets blower fan to the maximum speed.
• Directs air flow to windshield and front side window
diffusers.
• Activates the heated rear window defrost.
• Activates the heated windshield (if equipped).
• Displays the fan speed (Blower Control Indicator LED
illuminated).
When the function is activated, the AUTO button LED
turns off. With the function activated, the only possible
manual adjustments are pushing the A/C control button,
adjusting the fan speed and turning the heated rear win-
dow off.
When the Recirculation Control or AUTO buttons are
pushed, the Climate Control system will deactivate the
Front Defrost (MAX-DEF) function.
Selecting the footwell/windshield or only windshield dis-
tribution activates the Climate Control system compressor
and the air recirculation is set to outside air intake.
This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the windows.
Max-defrost is also available in manual mode. Rear Window Defrosting
Push and release the rear window defrost button to turn
the function on/off.
Activation of this function is indicated by the rear defrost
indicator light on the instrument panel turning on. The
function is automatically deactivated after 20 minutes. If
equipped, push the rear defrost button to activate the
defrosting of door mirrors and heated rear window.
CAUTION!
To avoid causing damage to the rear window defroster
heating filaments do not affix stickers or other objects
to the inside of the rear glass.
Turning Off The Climate Control System
Push the ON/OFF button.
With the Climate Control system off:
• Air recirculation is on, isolating the passenger compart-
ment from the outside.
• The A/C compressor is off.
• The blower is off.
• The heated rear window can be activated/deactivated.
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