2017 JEEP RENEGADE electrical

WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could
establish a ground connection and personal injury
could result.
Jump Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle
or the discharged vehicle.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the
positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery. 3. Connect the negative
(-)end of the jumper cable to the
negative (-)post of the booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper
cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of
the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery
and the fuel injection system.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post
of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark
could cause the battery to explode and could result in
personal injury. Only use the specific ground point, do
not use any other exposed metal parts.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start
the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 363

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed.
NOTE:
•Vehicles with a discharged battery or total electrical
failure when the Electric Park Brake (EPB) is engaged,
will need a wheel dolly or jack to raise the rear wheels
off the ground when moving the vehicle onto a flatbed.
• You must ensure that the Auto Park Brake feature is
disabled before towing this vehicle, to avoid inadvertent
Electric Park Brake engagement. The Auto Park Brake
feature is enabled or disabled via the customer program-
mable features in the Uconnect Settings.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the RUN mode.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override” in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK so
that the vehicle can be moved.
CAUTION!
•
Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground on a flatbed.
If flatbed equipment is not available, this vehicle must
towed with the front wheels OFF the ground (using a
towing dolly, or wheel lift equipment with the front wheels
raised).
NOTE: Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 369

represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
STORING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle should remain stationary for more than a
month, observe the following precautions:
• Park your vehicle in a covered, dry and possibly airy
location the windows open slightly.
• Check that the Electric Park Brake is not engaged.
• Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from the battery
post and be sure that the battery is fully charged. During
storage check battery charge quarterly.
• If you do not disconnect the battery from the electrical
system, check the battery charge every thirty days. •
Clean and protect the painted parts by applying protec-
tive 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)
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, idle the engine 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.8
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 425

Fluid Level Check....................... .401
Fluid Type ......................... .400, 440
Special Additives ........................ .401
Auto Up Power Windows .....................84
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........111
Auxiliary Power Outlet ......................111
Axle Fluid .............................. .440
Axle Lubrication .......................... .440
Battery .............................. .140, 385
Charging System Light ....................140
Belts, Seat ............................... .244
Blind Spot Monitoring ...................... .180
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................390
B-Pillar Location .......................... .407
Brake Assist System ........................ .169
Brake Control System, Electronic ................169
Brake Fluid .............................. .440
Brakes ................................. .398
Brake System ......................... .398, 433
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .433
Fluid Check ........................... .440
Master Cylinder ........................ .398
Warning Light .......................... .136
Brightness, Interior Lights .....................56 Bulbs, Light
............................. .247
Camera, Rear ............................ .285
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .438
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ..................... .382, 387, 388
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................396
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................244, 438
Car Washes .............................. .427
Cellular Phone ........................... .477
Certification Label ......................... .294
Changing A Flat Tire .....................350, 402
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light). . . .165
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............243
Checks,
Safety............................ .243
Child Restraint ........................... .227
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................... .231
Child Restraints ........................ .227
Child Seat Installation .....................240
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........238
Infants And Child Restraints ................229
LATCH Positions ........................ .233
Locating The LATCH Anchorages .............236
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......233
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INDEX 501

Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet).........111
Electric Park Brake ........................ .255
Electric Parking Brake ...................... .255
Electronic Brake Control System ................169
Anti-Lock Brake System ....................168
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ................177
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........272
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............171
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........143
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .......285
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................313
Jacking ........................... .350, 402
Jump Starting .......................... .361
Overheating ........................... .364
Tow Hooks ............................ .370
Towing ............................... .368
Emission Control System Maintenance ............165
Engine ................................. .382
Air Cleaner ............................ .388
Break-In Recommendations .................254
Checking Oil Level ....................383, 386
Compartment .......................... .382
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .439
Cooling ........................... .384, 393Exhaust Gas Caution
...................244, 438
Fails To Start ........................... .252
Flooded, Starting ........................ .252
Fuel Requirements ....................... .434
Jump Starting .......................... .361
Oil ........................... .386, 438, 439
Oil Filler Cap .....................382, 387, 388
Oil Filter .............................. .388
Oil Selection ........................ .387, 438
Overheating ........................... .364
Starting .............................. .251
Engine
Oil Viscosity ........................ .388
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart ....................388
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............372
Ethanol ................................. .435
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................244, 438
Exhaust System ....................... .244, 392
Exterior Lighting ............................52
Exterior Lights ......................... .52, 247
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .388
Air Conditioning ..................... .81, 390
Engine Oil ......................... .388, 439
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .388
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INDEX 503

Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)...........5,497
Paint Care ............................... .426
Parking Brake ............................ .255
ParkSense System, Rear ..................... .275
Pets ................................... .243
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ...........407
Power Brakes ............................... .433
Door Locks ..............................31
Inverter ...............................113
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ............111
Windows ...............................83
Power Seats Forward ................................40
Rearward ...............................40
Recline .................................40
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................211
Preparation For Jacking ..................... .351
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................. .212
Radial Ply Tires ........................... .413
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) .............396Radio Frequency
General Information ..................21, 26, 28
Radio Operation .......................... .477
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ...................62
Rear Camera ............................. .285
Rear Cross Path ........................... .186
Rear ParkSense System ..................... .275
Rear Seat, Folding ...........................42
Rearview Mirrors ...........................49
Rear Window Defroster .......................64
Rear Wiper/Washer ..........................64
Reclining Front Seats .........................39
Recreational Towing ........................ .305
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... .435
Refrigerant .............................. .390
Reminder, Lights On .........................54
Reminder, Seat Belt ........................ .205
Remote Control Starting System ...........................23
Remote Keyless Entry ........................19
Arm The Alarm ..........................28
Disarm The Alarm ........................29
Keyless

Enter-N-Go ........................32
Programming Additional Key Fobs ..........21, 27
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ...........476
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