2017 JEEP RENEGADE wheel

Standing Water — Trailhawk Only
Avoid driving in standing water deeper than 19 inches (48
cm), and reduce speed appropriately to minimize wave
effects. Maximum speed in 19 inches (48 cm) of water is
less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Maintenance
After driving through deep water, inspect your vehicle
fluids and lubricants (engine, transmission, Power Transfer
Unit and Rear Drive Module) to assure they have not been
contaminated. Contaminated fluids and lubricants (milky,
foamy in appearance) should be flushed/changed as soon
as possible to prevent component damage.
Driving In Snow, Mud And Sand
In heavy snow, when pulling a load, or for additional
control at slower speeds, shift the transmission to a low
gear and shift the 4WD system to the appropriate terrain
mode, using 4WD LOW if necessary. Refer to “Four-Wheel
Drive Operation” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information. Do not shift to a lower gear than necessary to
maintain headway. Over-revving the engine can spin the
wheels and traction will be lost.
Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or slippery roads because
engine braking may cause skidding and loss of control.
Hill Climbing
NOTE:Before attempting to climb a hill, determine the
conditions at the crest and/or on the other side.
Before climbing a steep hill, shift the transmission to a
lower gear and shift the 4WD System to 4WD LOW. Use
first gear and 4WD LOW for very steep hills.
If you stall or begin to lose headway while climbing a
steep hill, allow your vehicle to come to a stop and
immediately apply the brakes. Restart the engine and shift
to REVERSE. Back slowly down the hill allowing the
compression braking of the engine to help regulate your
speed. If the brakes are required to control vehicle speed,
apply them lightly and avoid locking or skidding the tires.
WARNING!
If the engine stalls or you lose headway or cannot
make it to the top of a steep hill or grade, never attempt
to turn around. To do so may result in tipping and
rolling the vehicle. Always back straight down a hill in
REVERSE gear carefully. Never back down a hill in
NEUTRAL using only the brake.
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NOTE:Remember, never drive diagonally across a hill -
drive straight up or down.
If the wheels start to slip as you approach the crest of a hill,
ease off the accelerator and maintain headway by turning
the front wheels slowly left and right. This may provide a
fresh “bite” into the surface and will usually provide
traction to complete the climb.
Traction Downhill
Shift the transmission into a low gear and the 4WD System
to 4WD LOW range or Select Hill Descent Control if
equipped (refer to Electronic Brake Control System in this
section for further information). Let the vehicle go slowly
down the hill with all four wheels turning against engine
compression drag. This will permit you to control the
vehicle speed and direction.
When descending mountains or hills, repeated braking can
cause brake fade with loss of braking control. Avoid
repeated heavy braking by downshifting the transmission
whenever possible.
After Driving Off-Road
Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than
does most on-road driving. After going off-road, it is always a good idea to check for damage. That way you can
get any problems taken care of right away and have your
vehicle ready when you need it.
•
Completely inspect the underbody of your vehicle.
Check tires, body structure, steering, suspension, and
exhaust system for damage.
• Inspect the radiator for mud and debris and clean as
required.
• Check threaded fasteners for looseness, particularly on
the chassis, drivetrain components, steering, and sus-
pension. Retighten them, if required, and torque to the
values specified in the Service Manual.
• Check for accumulations of plants or brush. These things
could be a fire hazard. They might hide damage to fuel
lines, brake hoses, axle pinion seals, and propeller shafts.
• After extended operation in mud, sand, water, or similar
dirty conditions, have the radiator, fan, brake rotors,
wheels, brake linings, and axle yokes inspected and
cleaned as soon as possible.
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WARNING!
Abrasive material in any part of the brakes may cause
excessive wear or unpredictable braking. You might
not have full braking power when you need it to
prevent a collision. If you have been operating your
vehicle in dirty conditions, get your brakes checked
and cleaned as necessary.
• If you experience unusual vibration after driving in
mud, slush or similar conditions, check the wheels for
impacted material. Impacted material can cause a wheel
imbalance and freeing the wheels of it will correct the
situation.
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GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ..............365
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............366
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............368
▫ Front Wheel Drive (FWD) .................369
▫ Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) .................370 ▫
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped .......370
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .............................. .372
 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............372
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Position Lights/Daytime Running Lights/Fog Lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
1. Turn the front wheels completely.
2. Use a suitable tool to remove the access door.
3. Remove the electrical connectors.4. Rotate in a counterclockwise direction (on the left-hand
socket) or in a clockwise direction (on the right-hand
socket) and remove the bulb and bulb socket.
Position Light/Daytime Running Light/Fog Light Access
1 — Screws
2 — Access Door
Electrical Connectors
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9. Reinstall the access door.
Front Fog Lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
1. Turn the front wheels completely.
2. Use a suitable tool to remove the access door.
3. By pushing the electrical connector tab remove theelectrical connector. 4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise, and then replace the
bulb.
5. Insert the new bulb in the socket, making sure the bulb is locked into place.
6. Reconnect the electrical connector.
7. Reinstall the access door.
Position Light/Daytime Running Light/Fog Light Access
1 — Screws
2 — Access Door
Fog Light Assembly
1 — Bulb Socket
2 — Electrical Connector
3 — Bulb
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CavityMaxi FuseCartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F14 ––7.5 Amp Brown Heater Blow By
F14 ––5 Amp Tan Pump Power After
Run
F15 40 Amp Orange ––Brake Control Mod-
ule Pump
F16 ––5 Amp Tan Engine Control Mod-
ule Power, AutomaticTransmission
F17 ––10 Amp Red – 1.4
Engines
15 Amp Blue – 2.4 Engines Supply Primary
Loads
F18 ––20 Amp Yellow 12V Rear Cargo Out-
let Ignition Powered
F19 ––7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioner
Compressor
F20 ––5 Amp Tan Electronic Power
Four-Wheel Drive
F21 ––15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump
F22 ––20 Amp Yellow Power Control Mod-
ule Engine
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CavityMaxi FuseCartridge Fuse Micro Fuse Description
F23 ––30 Amp Green Heated Windshield –
If Equipped
F24 ––15 Amp Blue Electronic Unit Sup-
ply Automatic Trans-mission
F30 ––20 Amp Yellow
(Customer Installed) 12V Rear Cargo Out-
let Constant Battery Powered
F83 –40 Amp Green –Air Conditioning Fan
F84 ––30 Amp Green Power Supply All
Wheel Drive
F87 ––5 Amp Tan Gear Selector Auto-
matic Transmission
F88 ––7.5 Amp Brown Heated Outside Mir-
rors
F89 ––30 Amp Green Heated Rear Window
F90 ––5 Amp Tan IBS Sensor (Battery
State Of Charge)
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