2018 JEEP RENEGADE sensor

ERM (Electronic Rollover
Mitigation) SYSTEM
The system monitors the tendency of the
wheels to rise from the ground if the
driver performs extreme manoeuvres like
quick steering to avoid an obstacle,
especially in poor road conditions.
If these conditions occur, the system
intervenes on the brakes and engine
power to reduce the possibility that the
wheels are raised from the ground. It is
not possible to avoid tendency to roll over
if the phenomenon is due to reasons
such as driving on high side gradients,
collision with objects or other vehicles.
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TSC (Trailer Sway Control)
SYSTEM
The system employs a series of sensors
located on the vehicle to identify
excessive swerving of the trailer and take
the necessary precautions to eliminate it.
System intervention
When the system is active, the
warning light flashes on the
instrument panel, the engine power is
reduced and braking can be felt on the
individual wheels, following the attempt
to eliminate the swerving of the trailer.
The system is active only with ESC
engaged.When the ESC system is deactivated (by
pressing the button on the central
tunnel), the TSC system is deactivated as
well.
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HDC (Hill Descent Control)
SYSTEM
(where provided)
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On cars equipped in this way, this
function is an integral part of the ESC
system and is aimed at keeping the car
at a constant speed during a descent,
operating autonomously and in different
ways on the brakes.
In this way the vehicle stability and
completely safe driving are guaranteed,
above all in poor grip conditions and
steep descents.
Enabling the system
To enable the system, press the button
fig. 70.The system is enabled if the following
conditions are met:
theSelec-Terrain™device is in 4WD
LOW mode;
the vehicle speed is below 12 km/h;the electric parking brake (EPB) is
deactivated;
the driver side door is closed.
The system activation is reported by the
continuous switching-on of the icon
on
the display along with a dedicated
message.
Activation of the system
Once enabled, the HDC system will
activate automatically if the vehicle is
driven downhill on a steep slope, higher
than 8%.
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AUXILIARY DRIVING
SYSTEMS
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring)
SYSTEM
(where provided)
The system uses two radar sensors,
located in the rear bumper (one for each
side - see fig. 72) to detect the presence
of vehicles (cars, trucks, motorbikes,
etc.) in the rear side blind spots of the
vehicle.
The system warns the driver about the
presence of cars in the detection area by
lighting up, on the relevant side, the
warning light located on the door mirror
fig. 73, along with an acoustic warning.
When the ignition device is in MAR
position, or when the engine is started,the warning light turns on to signal the
driver that the system is active.
Sensors
The sensors are activated by shifting to
any forward gear at a speed higher than
about 10 km/h, or when reverse is
engaged. The sensors are temporarily
deactivated with vehicle at a standstill
and the gear lever in position P (Park)
(versions with automatic transmission),
or with vehicle at a standstill and electric
parking brake engaged (versions with
manual gearbox).
The detection area of the system covers
about a lane on both sides of the vehicle
(around 3 metres). This area begins from
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the door mirror and extends for about
6 metres towards the rear part of the
vehicle.
With the sensors active, the system
monitors the detection areas on both
sides of the vehicle and warns the driver
about the possible presence of vehicles
in these areas.
While driving the system monitors the
detection area from three different input
points (side, rear and front) to check
whether a warning needs to be sent to
the driver. The system can detect the
presence of a vehicle in one of these
three areas.
Important notes
68)
The system does not signal the presence
of fixed object (e.g. safety barriers, poles,
walls, etc.). However, in some
circumstances, the system may activate
in the presence of these objects. This is
normal and does not indicate a system
malfunction.
The system does not warn the driver
about the presence of cars coming from
the opposite direction, in the adjacent
lanes.
If a trailer is hitched to the car, the
system automatically deactivates.
For correct system operations, the rearbumper area where the radar sensors are
located must stay free from snow, ice and
dirt gathered from the road surface.
Do not cover the rear bumper area where
the radar sensors are located with any
object (e.g. adhesives, bike rack, etc.).
If a tow hook has to be installed after
purchasing the vehicle, the system must
be deactivated from the display Menu or
through theUconnect™system.
Rear view: the system detects vehicles
approaching to the rear part of your
vehicle on both sides and entering the
rear detection area with a speed delta
lower than 50 km/h with respect to your
vehicle.
Overtaking vehicles: if another vehicle is
overtaken slowly (with a speed delta
lower than about 25 km/h) and this stays
in the blind spot for about 1.5 seconds,
the warning light on the door mirror of
the corresponding side lights up. If the
speed delta between the two vehicles is
higher than about 25 km/h, the warning
light does not light up.
RCP (Rear Cross Path detection) system
This system helps during reverse
manoeuvres in the case of reduced
visibility. During "RCP" operating mode,
the system produces acoustic and visual
indications when if the presence of an
object is detected. When an acousticwarning is sent, theUconnect™volume is
lowered.
The system can be activated/deactivated
through the display Menu or the
Uconnect™system.
The system monitors the rear detection
areas on both sides of the vehicle, to
detect objects moving towards the sides
of the vehicle at a minimum speed
comprised between about 1 km/h and
3 km/h and objects moving at a
maximum speed of 35 km/h, as generally
happens in the parking areas. The system
activation is signalled to the driver by
means of a visual and acoustic warning.
IMPORTANT If the sensors are covered
by objects or vehicles, the system will
not warn the driver.
"Blind spot alert", "Visual" mode: when this
mode is active, the BSM system sends a
visual warning to the door mirror relating
to the object detected. When operating in
RCP mode, the system sends visual and
acoustic warnings when the presence of
an approaching object is detected. When
an acoustic warning is sent,
theUconnect™volume is lowered.
"Blind spot alert", "Sound & Display" mode:
when this mode is active, the BSM
system sends a visual warning to the door
mirror relating to the object detected. If
the direction indicator on the side where
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Important notesThe system has not been designed to
prevent impacts and cannot detect
possible conditions leading to anaccident in advance. Failure to take into
account this warning may lead to serious
or fatal injuries.
The system may be activated,
assessing the trajectory of the car, in
case of reflecting metal objects different
from other cars, such as safety barriers,
road signs, barriers before parking lots,
tollgates, level crossings, gates, railways,
objects near road constructions sites or
higher than the car (e.g. a flyover). In the
same way, the system may intervene
inside multi-storey car parks or tunnels,
or due to a glare on the road surface.
These possible activations follow the
normal operating logic of the system and
must not be regarded as faults.
The system has been designed for
road use only. If the car is driven
off-road, the system must be deactivated,
to avoid unnecessary warnings. By
selecting the 4WD LOW mode, the
system is automatically deactivated.
Automatic deactivation is indicated by
the dedicated warning light/icon
switching on in the instrument panel.
The system is only active if a trailer
has not been connected with the original
tow hook.
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System)
(where provided)
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The TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System) reports low tyre pressure based
on the cold pressure indicated in the
"Technical specifications” chapter.
The system consists of a radio-frequency
transmitter sensor fitted to each wheel
(on the rim inside the tyre), which sends
information on the inflation pressure of
each tyre to the control unit.
The system automatically updates and
warning light
switches off each time
the system receives the updated inflation
pressures. The vehicle might need to be
driven at a speed higher than about
25 km/h up to 20 minutes for the TPMS
to receive this information.
IMPORTANT The TPMS is designed for
original tyres and wheels. The
pressures and alarms reported by the
TPMS are defined according to the
size of the tyres fitted on the vehicle.
Using spare wheels of a different sizes,
types and/or designs from the original
ones may cause the system to operate
incorrectly and damage the sensors.
Aftermarket fitted wheels may damage
the sensors. Using aftermarket tyre
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sealants may damage the Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System sensor. If
aftermarket tyre sealant has been
used, it is recommended to go to a
Jeep Dealership to have the sensors
checked. After checking or adjusting
the tyre pressure, always refit the valve
cap to prevent humidity and dirt from
entering. They could damage the Tyre
Pressure Monitoring System sensor.
NOTE Some external factors (e.g.
external temperature, etc...) could affect
the information reported on the
instrument panel by the TPMS.
The tyre inflation pressure and the “low
pressure” reporting threshold could
change depending on the environmental
conditions.
TPMS check message
If a system failure is present, the
warning light flashes for about
75 seconds and then stays on solid. An
acoustic signal is also emitted.
TPMS deactivation
The TPMS can be deactivated by
replacing the wheels equipped with
TPMS with others that are not (e.g. when
replacing the wheel assemblies in
winter), if the country of purchase allows
it. Then drive the vehicle for at least
20 minutes at a speed higher than about25 km/h. The TPMS will emit an
acoustic warning, the
warning light
will flash for about 75 seconds, then will
stay on constantly and the instrument
panel will display the "Tyre pressure not
available" message with some dashes (–
–) instead of the pressure values.
The next time the engine is started, the
system will not emit any acoustic signal
and the display will not show the
message "Tyre pressure not available",
but the dashes (– –) will be still
displayed instead of the pressure value.
Operating example
Supposing that the prescribed cold
inflation pressure (i.e. vehicle stationary
for at least 3 hours) is 2.3 bar, if the
ambient temperature is 20°C and the
detected tyre pressure is 1.95 bar, a
temperature reduction of −7°C results in
a decrease in tyre pressure, bringing it to
approximately 1.65 bar. This pressure is
sufficiently low to activate the
warning
light.
Heating of tyres due to driving the
vehicle may increase tyre pressure up to
approximately 1.95 bar, but the
warning light will stay on. In this
situation, the warning light will switch off
only after the tyres are inflated to the
prescribed cold pressure value for the
car.
WARNING
68)The system is an aid for vehicle
driving, it DOES NOT warn the driver
about incoming vehicles outside of the
detection areas. The driver must always
maintain a sufficient level of attention to
the traffic and road conditions and for
controlling the trajectory of the vehicle.
69)The system is an aid for the driver,
who must always pay full attention while
driving. The responsibility always rests
with the driver, who must take into
account the traffic conditions in order to
drive in complete safety. The driver must
always maintain a safe distance from the
vehicle in front.
70)If the driver depresses the brake pedal
fully or carries out a fast steering during
system operation, the automatic braking
function may stop (e.g. to allow a possible
manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle).
71)The system intervenes on vehicles
travelling in the same lane. People,
animals and things (e.g. pushchairs) are
not taken into consideration.
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72)If the car must be placed on a roller
bench for maintenance interventions or if
it is washed in an automatic roller washing
tunnel with an obstacle in the front part
(e.g. another car, a wall or another
obstacle), the system may detect its
presence and activate. In this case the
system must be deactivated through the
settings of theUconnect™system.
73)The presence of the TPMS does not
permit the driver to neglect regular checks
of the tyre pressure, including for the
spare wheel, and correct maintenance: the
system is not used to signal a possible
fault to a tyre.
74)Tyre pressure must be checked with
tyres rested and cold. Should it become
necessary for whatever reason to check
pressure with warm tyres, do not reduce
pressure even though it is higher than the
prescribed value. Repeat the check when
the tyres are cold.
75)Should one or more wheels be fitted
without sensors (e.g. if the spare wheel is
fitted), the system will no longer be
available for the replaced wheel and a
warning message will be shown on the
display, until the wheels with sensors are
fitted again.76)The TPMS cannot indicate sudden
tyre pressure drops (e.g. if a tyre bursts).
In this case, stop the vehicle, braking with
caution and avoiding abrupt steering.
77)Replacing standard tyres with winter
tyres and vice versa requires TPMS system
adjustment that must only be performed
by Jeep Dealerships.
78)Changes in outside temperature may
cause tyre pressures to vary. The system
may temporarily indicate insufficient
pressure. In this case, check the tyre
pressure when cold and, if necessary,
restore the inflation values.
79)When a tyre is removed, it is advisable
to replace the rubber valve seal as well:
contact a Jeep Dealership. The
fitting/removal of the tyres and/or rims
require special care. To avoid damaging or
fitting the sensors incorrectly, tyre and/or
rim fitting/removal operations should only
be carried out by specialised staff.
Contact a Jeep Dealership.
IMPORTANT
33)The system may have limited or absent
operation due to weather conditions such
as: heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow.34)The section of the bumper before the
sensor must not be covered with
adhesives, auxiliary headlights or any other
object.
35)System intervention might be
unexpected or delayed when other vehicles
transport loads projecting from the side,
above or from the rear, with respect to the
normal size of the vehicle.
36)Operation can be adversely affected by
any structural change made to the vehicle,
such as a modification to the front
geometry, tyre change, or a heavier load
than the standard load of the vehicle.
37)Incorrect repairs made on the front
part of the vehicle (e.g. bumper, chassis)
may alter the position of the radar sensor,
and adversely affect its operation. Go to a
Jeep Dealership for any operation of this
type.
38)Do not tamper with nor carry out any
intervention on the radar sensor or on the
camera on the windscreen. In the event of
a sensor failure, contact a Jeep
Dealership.
39)When towing a trailer (with modules
installed after purchasing the vehicle), a
vehicle or during loading manoeuvres on a
vehicle transporter (or in vehicle for
transport), the system must be deactivated
via theUconnect™system.
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40)Do not wash with high-pressure jets in
the bumper lower area: in particular do not
operate on the system's electrical
connector.
41)Be careful in the case of repairs and
new paintings in the area around the
sensor (panel covering the sensor on the
left side of the bumper). In the event of a
frontal impact the sensor may
automatically deactivate and display a
warning to indicate that the sensor needs
to be repaired. Even without a malfunction
warning, deactivate the system operation if
you think that the position of the radar
sensor has changed (e.g. due to low-speed
frontal impact as during parking
manoeuvres). In these cases, go to a Jeep
Dealership to have the radar sensor
realigned or replaced.
42)The tyre quick repair kit (TireKit),
provided with the vehicle, is compatible
with the TPMS sensors. Using sealants
different from that in the original kit may
compromise its operation. If sealants not
equivalent with the original ones are used,
it is recommended to have the TPMS
sensor operation checked by a qualified
repair centre.OCCUPANT PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
Some of the most important safety
equipment of the vehicle comprise the
following protection systems:
seat belts;SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;head restraints;child restraint systems;Front airbags and side bags.
Read the information given the following
pages with the utmost care. It is of
fundamental importance that the
protection systems are used in the
correct way to guarantee the maximum
possible safety level for the driver and
the passengers.
For the description of the head restraint
adjustment see the "Head restraints"
paragraph in the "Knowing your vehicle"
chapter.The most important safety equipment of
the vehicle comprise the following
protection systems:
seat belts;SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;head restraints;child restraint systems;front airbags and side bags.
Read the information given the following
pages with the utmost care. It is of
fundamental importance that the
protection systems are used in the
correct way to guarantee the maximum
possible safety level for the driver and
the passengers.
For the description of the head restraint
adjustment see paragraph "Head
restraints" in chapter "Knowing your
vehicle".
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ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL (ACC)
(where provided)
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DESCRIPTION
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a
driver assist device which combines the
Cruise Control functions with one for
controlling the distance from the vehicle
ahead.
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) uses a
radar sensor, located behind the front
bumper fig. 115 and a camera, located
in the middle of the windscreen fig. 116,
to detect the presence of a vehicle close
ahead.
There are two operating modes:
“Adaptive Cruise Control”mode to
maintain an adequate distance between
vehicles (the message “Adaptive CruiseControl” is shown on the instrument
panel display);
electronic “Cruise Control” modeto hold the vehicle at a constant
preset speed.
To change the operation mode, use the
button on the steering wheel (see that
described on the following pages).
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
Activation
To activate the device, press and release
the
button. fig. 117
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