2018 JEEP RENEGADE tow

SAFE HOLD
It is a safety function that automatically
engages the electric parking brake in the
event of a dangerous condition for the
vehicle.
If:
the vehicle speed is below 3 km/h;the gear lever is not at P (Park)
(versions with automatic transmission);
the driver's seat belt is not fastened;the driver side door is open;no attempted operation of the brake
pedal or the accelerator pedal, or, in
versions with manual gearbox, the clutch
pedal is detected;
the parking brake engages automatically
to prevent the vehicle movement.
The Safe Hold function can be
temporarily disabled by pressing the
switch located on the central tunnel and
the brake pedal at the same time, with
the vehicle stationary and the driver side
door open.
Once disabled, the function will activate
again when the vehicle speed reaches
20 km/h or the ignition device is moved
to STOP and then to MAR.
WARNING
119)In the case of parking manoeuvres on
roads on a gradient, the front wheels must
be steered towards the pavement (when
parking downhill), or in the opposite
direction if the vehicle is parked uphill.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone
if the car is parked on a steep slope.
120)Never leave children unattended in
the car. Always remove the key from the
ignition when leaving the car and take it
with you.
121)The electric parking brake must
always be engaged when leaving the
vehicle.
MANUAL GEARBOX
122)48)
To engage the gears, press the clutch
pedal fully and put the gear lever into the
required position (the diagram for gear
engagement is shown on the knob ).
To engage reverse R from neutral, lift the
ring Afig. 105 under the knob and at the
same time move the lever to the left and
then forwards.
To engage 6
thgear, operate the lever by
pressing it towards the right in order to
avoid engaging 4
thgear by mistake. The
same applies to the shift from 6thto 5th
gear.
105J0A0923C
150
STARTING AND DRIVING

The gear engaged is shown on the
display.
The lever has a button A fig. 106, which
must be pressed to move the lever to P or
R.
If the transmission is used in "sequential"
mode, which is activated moving the
lever from D (Drive) to the left, the
various positions can be reached towards
+ or –. These positions are unstable.
To exit from the P (Park) position, or to
pass from the N (Neutral) position to the
D (Drive) or R (Reverse) position when
the car is stopped or is moving at a low
speed, the brake pedal must also be
pressed (see "Gear engagement disabling
system with brake engaged" in this
chapter).
IMPORTANT DO NOT accelerate while
shifting from position P (or N) to
another position.
IMPORTANT After selecting a gear,
wait a few seconds before accelerating.
This precaution is particularly
important with a cold engine.
AutoStick - Sequential shifting mode
In the case of frequent gearshiftings (e.g.
when the vehicle is driven with a heavy
load, on slopes, with strong headwind or
when towing heavy trailers), it is
recommended to use the AutoStick
(sequential shifting) mode to select and
keep a lower fixed ratio.
It is possible to shift from position D
(Drive) to the sequential mode regardless
of car speed.
Activation
With gear lever in position D (Drive), to
activate the sequential drive mode, move
the lever to the left (– and + indication of
the panel). The gear engaged will be
shown on the display. Gearshifting is
made by moving the gear lever forwards,
towards symbol – or backwards, towards
symbol +.
Deactivation
Bring the gear lever back in position D
(Drive) ("automatic" driving mode).
TRANSMISSION EMERGENCY
FUNCTION
(where provided)
Transmission operation is constantly
monitored to detect any fault. If a
condition that might damage the
transmission is detected, the
"transmission emergency" function is
activated.
In this condition, the transmission stays
in 4th gear, regardless of the selected
gear.
Positions P (Parking), R (Reverse) e N
(Neutral) still work. Icon
might light
up in the display
In the event of a "transmission
emergency" immediately contact the
nearest Jeep Dealership.
Temporary failure
In the event of a temporary failure, the
transmission correct operation can be
restored for all the forwards gears by
proceeding as follows:
stop the vehicle;bring the transmission lever to P
(Park).
bring the ignition device to STOP;wait for about 10 seconds, then restart
the engine;
select the desired gear: if the problem
is not detected anymore the transmission
correct operation is restored.
106J0A0924C
152
STARTING AND DRIVING

TWIN CLUTCH
TRANSMISSION
GEAR LEVER
128)
49) 50)
The fig. 105 lever has the following
positions:
P= ParkR= ReverseN= NeutralD= Drive, (automatic forward speed)"AutoStick": "+" shifting to higher gear
in sequential driving mode or "–" shifting
to lower gear in sequential driving mode.To select the "sequential" mode, shift the
lever from D (Drive) towards the left. The
reachable positions are + (higher gear) or
- (lower gear). These positions are
unstable: the lever always returns to
central position.
The lever has a button A fig. 107, which
must be pressed to move the lever to P or
R.
Shifting from P to any other position of
the selector lever, with ignition key in
MAR-ON position, must be made
pressing the brake pedal and using the
button on A fig. 107.
To shift from R to P, it is necessary to
push button A fig. 107 when engine is at
idle speed.
To shift from position N to D or R, you
need to press the brake pedal. It is
advisable not to accelerate and to make
sure that the engine is stabilised at idle
speed.
Shifting from D to N is free, while
shifting from D to R or P can only be
made by the button A fig. 107.
AUTOMATIC DRIVING MODE
D can be selected from sequential
operation in any driving conditions.“Kick-Down” function
To resume speed quickly, when the
accelerator pedal is pressed fully, the
transmission control system downshifts
(kick-down function).
IMPORTANT When driving on roads
with poor grip conditions (snow, ice,
etc.) avoid activating the kick-down
function.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine is allowed only when
the gear lever is in position P or N. On
starting, the system is at N or P (the
latter means neutral, but with the car’s
wheels locked mechanically).
The engine restarts automatically if:
the brake pedal is released (and the
lever is not at N or P);
the lever is shifted to an unstable
position "+", "−" or R;
the lever is shifted from D to the left
in "Sequential mode".
IMPORTANT Under certain conditions
(for example with small gradients and
brake pedal not fully pressed),
switching off the engine by pressing
the button near the steering wheel (see
fig. 108 ) is not deactivated. In this
case, fully depress the brake pedal to
make the "Hill Start Assist" function
107J0A0924C
154
STARTING AND DRIVING

The buttons on the steering wheel
operate as follows:
SET +: limit speed programming
(storage of a higher speed value);
SET –: limit speed programming
(storage of a lower speed value);
RES: device activation (the actuation
of the device is signalled by the
displaying of symbol
(green on
versions with reconfigurable
multifunction display).
CANC: deactivation of the device (the
deactivation of the device is signalled by
the displaying of symbol
(white);
Automatic deactivation of device
The device deactivates automatically in
the event of fault in the system. In this
case, contact a Jeep Dealership.
ELECTRONIC CRUISE
CONTROL
DESCRIPTION
This is an electronically controlled
driving assistance device that allows the
desired vehicle speed to be maintained,
without having to press the accelerator
pedal.
This device can be used at a speed above
40 km/h on long stretches of dry, straight
roads with few variations (e.g.
motorways). It is therefore not
recommended to use this device on
extra-urban roads with traffic. Do not use
it in town.
ACTIVATING THE DEVICE
131) 132) 133)
To activate the Cruise Control press
buttonfig. 114. If the Speed Limiter
is activated, buttonmust be pressed
twice to activate the device (the first
press deactivates the Speed Limiter, the
second press activates the Cruise
Control).
For versions equipped with four wheel
drive system, the device cannot be
inserted when the 4WD LOW (ifavailable) or the Hill Descent Control
functions are activated.
The device cannot be engaged in 1
stor
reverse gear: it is advisable to engage it
in 3
rdgear or higher.
IMPORTANT It is dangerous to leave
the device on when it is not used.
There is a risk of inadvertently
activating it and losing control of the
vehicle due to unexpected excessive
speed.
113J0A0137C
114J0A0144C
161

PARKSENSE SYSTEM
(where provided)
VERSIONS WITH 4 SENSORS
140)61) 62)
The parking sensors, located in the rear
bumper fig. 119, are used to detect the
presence of any obstacles near the rear
part of the car.
The sensors warn the driver with acoustic
signals and, where provided, with visual
signals on the instrument panel screen.On/off
To disengage the system press button
fig. 120.
Changing the system's status, from
engagement to disengagement and vice
versa, is always accompanied by a visual
message on the instrument panel screen.
System on: LED off.
System off: LED lighted continuously.
The LED lights up even if the
ParkSense®system does not. If the
button is pressed with a system failure,
the LED flashes for about 5 seconds,
then it stays on constantly.
IMPORTANT After theParkSense®hasbeen disengaged, it will stay in this
condition until the following
engagement, even if the ignition
device passes from MAR to STOP and
then again to MAR.
IMPORTANT Using wheels with
different sizes from those mounted at
the time the car was purchased could
affect the system, not allowing it to
function properly.
System activation/deactivation
If it was engaged correctly, the system is
enabled by putting the gear into reverse
while it deactivates by moving the gear to
a different position to reverse.
Operation with a trailer
The operation of the sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer electric cable plug is inserted in
the tow hook socket of the car. The
sensors are automatically reactivated
when the trailer's cable plug is removed.
119J0A0926C120J0A0927C
168
STARTING AND DRIVING

VERSIONS WITH 12 SENSORS
The parking sensors, located in the front
(fig. 121 ) and rear (fig. 122 ) bumpers,
are used to detect the presence of any
obstacles near the front and rear part of
the vehicle.
The sensors warn the driver about the
presence of obstacles with an
intermittent acoustic signal and, where
provided, also with visual indications on
the instrument panel display.
On/off
To disengage the system press button
fig. 120.
When the system passes from engaged to
disengaged and vice versa, it is always
accompanied by a dedicated message on
the instrument panel display.
System on: LED off.
System off: LED lighted continuously.
The LED lights up even if the
ParkSense®system does not. If the
button is pressed with a system failure,the LED flashes for about 5 seconds,
then it stays on constantly.
IMPORTANT After theParkSense®has
been disengaged, it will stay in this
condition until the following
engagement, even if the ignition
device passes from MAR to STOP and
then again to MAR.
System activation/deactivation
When the reverse gear is engaged and
the system is on, the front and rear
sensors are activated. If a different gear
is engaged, the rear sensors are
deactivated, while the front sensors
remain active until a speed of 15 km/h is
exceeded.
Operation with a trailer
The operation of the rear sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer's electric cable plug is inserted in
the tow hook socket of the car, while the
front sensors stay active and can provide
acoustic and visual warnings. The rear
sensors are automatically reactivated
when the trailer's cable plug is removed.
121J0A0164C
122J0A0699C
169

GENERAL WARNINGS
Some conditions may influence the
performance of the parking system:
reduced sensor sensitivity and a
reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to the
presence of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint,
on the surface of the sensor;
the sensor may detect a non-existent
obstacle ("echo interference") due to
mechanical interference, for example
when washing the vehicle, in rain (strong
wind), hail;
the signals sent by the sensor can
also be altered by the presence of
ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic brake
systems of trucks or pneumatic drills)
near the vehicle;
Parking assistance system
performance can also be influenced by
the position of the sensors, for example
due to a change in the ride setting
(caused by wear to the shock absorbers,
suspension), or by changing tyres,
overloading the vehicle or carrying out
specific tuning operations that require
the vehicle to be lowered.
the presence of a tow hook without
trailer, which may interfere with the
correct operation of the parking sensors.
Before using theParkSense®system, it
is recommended to remove the
removable tow hook ball assembly andthe relevant attachment from the vehicle
when the latter is not used for towing
operations. Failure to comply with this
prescription may cause personal injuries
or damage to vehicles or obstacles since,
when the continuous acoustic signal is
emitted, the tow hook ball is already in a
position that is much closer to the
obstacle than the rear bumper. If you
wish to leave the tow hook fitted without
towing a trailer, it is advisable to contact
a Jeep Dealership for the relevant system
update operations because the tow hook
could be detected as an obstacle
ParkSense®by the central sensors.
the presence of adhesives on the
sensors. Thus take care not to place
adhesives on the sensors.
WARNING
140)Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,
always the driver’s responsibility. When
performing these operations, always make
sure that there are no other people
(especially children) or animals on the
route you want to take. The parking
sensors are an aid for the driver, but the
driver must never allow their attention to
lapse during potentially dangerous
manoeuvres, even those executed at low
speeds.
170
STARTING AND DRIVING

OPERATION WITH A TRAILER
The system is automatically deactivated
when the trailer's electric plug is inserted
in the vehicle's tow hook socket. The rear
sensors are automatically reactivated
when the trailer's cable plug is removed.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Some conditions may influence the
performance of the Side Distance
Warning system:
reduced sensor sensitivity and a
reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to the
presence of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint,
on the surface of the sensor;
the sensor may detect a non-existent
obstacle ("echo interference") due to
mechanical interference, for example
when washing the vehicle, in rain (strong
wind), hail;
the signals sent by the sensor can
also be altered by the presence of
ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic brake
systems of trucks or pneumatic drills)
near the vehicle;
Parking assistance system
performance can also be influenced by
the position of the sensors, for example
due to a change in the ride setting
(caused by wear to the shock absorbers,
suspension), or by changing tyres,
overloading the vehicle or carrying outspecific tuning operations that require
the vehicle to be lowered.
the presence of a tow hook without
trailer, which may interfere with the
correct operation of the parking sensors.
Before using the ParkSense system, it is
recommended to remove the removable
tow hook ball assembly and the relevant
attachment from the vehicle when the
latter is not used for towing operations.
Failure to comply with this prescription
may cause personal injuries or damage to
vehicles or obstacles since, when the
continuous acoustic signal is emitted,
the tow hook ball is already in a position
that is much closer to the obstacle than
the rear bumper. If you wish to leave the
tow hook fitted without towing a trailer, it
is advisable to contact a Jeep Dealership
for the ParkSense system update
operations because the tow hook could
be detected as an obstacle by the central
sensors.
The presence of stickers on the
sensors can adversely affect the correct
operation of the system. Therefore, take
care not to place adhesives on the
sensors.
IMPORTANT
66)The sensors must be clean of mud,
dirt, snow or ice in order for the system to
operate correctly. While cleaning the
sensors, make sure not to scratch or
damage them; avoid using dry, rough or
hard cloths. The sensors should be washed
using clean water with the addition of car
shampoo if necessary. When using special
washing equipment such as high pressure
jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors
very quickly keeping the jet more than
10 cm away.
67)Only have the bumpers repainted or
any retouches to the paintwork in the area
of the sensors carried out by a Jeep
Dealership. Incorrect paint application
could affect the operation of the parking
sensors.
177