2018 JEEP RENEGADE Owner handbook (in English)

place the gear lever in N (Neutral)
position;
refit the gear lever gaiter and panel
correctly;
start the engine.
EMERGENCY REMOVAL OF THE
IGNITION KEY
82)
The ignition key (for versions with key
without remote control) can be removed
only if the gear lever is in position P
(Park).
If the vehicle battery is flat and the
ignition key is engaged, the latter is
locked in position.To remove the key manually, proceed as
follows:
stop the vehicle in safety conditions,
engage a gear and the electric parking
brake;
using the wrench A fig. 190 (located
in the casing containing the on-board
documents), undo the fixing screws B
fig. 191 for the lower cover C;
remove the lower steering wheel cover
C by releasing it from its housing;
pull tab D fig. 192 downwards using
one hand and with the other one remove
the key, sliding it outwards;
once the key has been removed, refit
lower cover C, make sure it locks
correctly and tighten the fixing screws B
firmly.
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190J0A0393C
191J0A0247C
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IMPORTANT
82)It is advisable to contact a Jeep
Dealership to have the refitting procedure
carried out. If you would like to proceed
autonomously, special attention must be
paid to the correct coupling of the
retaining clips. Otherwise, noise might be
heard due to an incorrect fastening of the
lower cover with the upper cover.
BROKEN-DOWN VEHICLE
TOWING
It is recommended to tow the vehicle
with all four wheels lifted from the
ground on the platform of a rescue
vehicle.
VERSIONS WITH FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
IMPORTANT Avoid lifting the front (or
rear) wheels only. Lifting the front (or
rear) wheels only while towing might
damage the transmission or the
transfer unit.
IMPORTANT If a vehicle is towed
without complying with the above
requirements, the transmission and/or
the transfer unit might be seriously
damaged. Damage due to an incorrect
towing will not be covered by the
warranty.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE
ATTACHING THE TOW RING
174) 175) 176)
The tow ring provided with the car is
located in the tool box inside the boot.
Front
Release cap A fig. 193 by pressing the
lower part, take tow ring B from its
housing in the tool support and tighten it
securely on the front threaded pin.
Rear
Remove cap A fig. 194, take tow ring B
from its housing in the tool support andtighten it securely on the rear threaded
pin.
Trailhawk versions: tow hook A fig. 195,
fixed type, is secured to the car body.
WARNING
174)For versions with key without remote
control, before towing, turn the ignition
key to MAR and then to STOP without
removing it. The steering column will
automatically lock when the key is
removed and the wheels cannot be
steered. Also check that the gearbox is in
neutral (on versions equipped with
automatic transmission, check that the
gear lever is in N position). For versions
with electronic key, move the ignition
device to MAR and then to STOP, without
opening the door.
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195J0A0962C
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175)The brake servo and the
electromechanical power steering will not
work while the vehicle is being towed. You
will therefore need to apply more force on
the brake pedal and steering wheel. Do
not use flexible ropes when towing, and
avoid jerky movements. During towing,
make sure that the trailer hitch does not
damage any components it is touching.
When towing the car, you must comply
with all specific traffic regulations and
adopt an appropriate driving behaviour. Do
not start the engine while towing the car.
Before tightening the ring, clean the
threaded housing thoroughly. Make sure
that the ring is fully screwed into the
housing before towing the car.176)The front and rear tow hooks should
be used only for emergencies on the road.
You are allowed to tow the vehicle for
short distances using an appropriate
device in accordance with the highway
code (a rigid bar), to move the vehicle on
the road in readiness for towing or
transport via a breakdown vehicle. Tow
hooks MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles
off the road or where there are obstacles
and/or for towing operations using cables
or other non-rigid devices. In compliance
with the above conditions, towing must
take place with the two vehicles (one
towing, the other towed) aligned as much
as possible along the same centre line.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the vehicle to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING.......228
ENGINE COMPARTMENT.......243
BATTERY RECHARGING........251
SERVICING PROCEDURES......252
LIFTING THE VEHICLE.........254
WHEELS AND TYRES..........255
BODYWORK................256
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the car under
the best conditions. For this reason, Jeep
has planned a series of checks and
services at fixed distance intervals and,
where provided, at fixed time intervals,
as described in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan.
Before each coupon however you always
need to pay attention to what is written
in the Scheduled Servicing Plan (e.g.
periodically check liquid levels, tire
pressure, etc.).
The Scheduled Servicing is carried out
by the Jeep Assistance Network at
pre-set times. If, during each operation,
in addition to the ones scheduled, the
need arises for further replacements or
repairs, these may be carried out with the
owner's explicit agreement only. If your
car is used frequently for towing, the
interval between one scheduled servicing
operation and the next should be
reduced.
IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
interventions are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the
warranty. It is advisable to inform aJeep Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the
next service.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Every1,000km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
engine coolant level;brake fluid level;windscreen washer fluid level;tyre inflation pressure and condition;operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
If the vehicle is used in one of the
following conditions:
Law enforcement (or security service),
taxi service
towing a trailer or caravan;dusty roads;short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;the following checks must be carried out
more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Service Plan:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks, cleanliness
and lubrication of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and rubber
elements (gaiters/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery fluid
level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace pollen
filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
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SERVICE SCHEDULE (1.4 T-Jet 120 HP LPG / 1.4 Turbo Multi Air / 2.4 Tigershark versions)
IMPORTANT Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the
frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Warning: simply restarting the maintenance
from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations!
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Check the conditions/wear of tires and any pressure
adjustment; check conditions/expiry of the TireKit
recharge (where there is one)
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.)
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels(1)
Visually inspect the condition of: LPG pipes and
connectors, LPG tank fixing (1.4 T-Jet 120 HP LPG
versions)
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
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Check exhaust emissions
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine
management system operation, emissions and, where
provided, engine oil degradation
Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear
Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front and rear
disc brake pads and operation of pad wear indicator
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