2018 JEEP RENEGADE ESP

Installing the ball head tow bar
Remove the plug from the mounting
pipe.
The ball head tow bar is usually in thereleased position when taken out from
the luggage compartment. This can be
observed by the knob spaced from the
tow bar, corresponding to a slot of
approximately 5 mm (see fig. 137 ) and
by the red mark on the knob directed to
the green mark on the tow bar. The tow
bar can be installed only when in these
conditions.
If the locking mechanism of the tow bar
is disengaged before the installation, or
at any other time, and is in the locked
position, it must be pre-loaded.
The locked position can be identified by
the green mark of the knob coinciding
with the green mark of the tow bar and
by the knob in the stop position on the
tow bar, namely without slot (see figure).
The locking mechanism is pre-loaded as
follows:
with key inserted and lock open,
extract the knob following the direction
of arrow A fig. 137;
then follow the direction of arrow B,
until it stops.
The release ball is pre-loaded and the
locking mechanism remains in the
pre-loading position even when the knob
is released.
The release lever is engaged and the
locking mechanism remains in the
pre-loading position even when the knob
is released.The tow bar must be inserted in the
housing pipe with the coupling pin for
the installation. Insert from the bottom
and push upwards: the mechanism locks
automatically.
Close the lock and always remove the
key. The key cannot be removed when
the lock is released. Then fit the
protection cap on the lock.
IMPORTANT To prevent injury to limbs,
keep hands away from the knob when
locking.
Removing the tow bar
Proceed as follows:
remove the protection cap from the
lock and press it on the key grip. Open
the lock with the key;
grip the tow bar firmly, remove the
knob following the direction of arrow A
fig. 137, then rotate in the direction of
arrow B until it stops, in order to release
it in unlocked position. Then remove the
tow bar from the housing pipe. The knob
can then be released (it will
automatically stop in released position);
arrange the tow bar in the luggage
compartment so that it cannot be dirtied
and/or damaged by other transported
objects;
finally, insert the dedicated plug in
the mounting pipe.
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CHANGING A BULB
150) 151) 152) 153)76)
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONSBefore replacing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
replace blown bulbs with others of the
same type and power;
after replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment;
when a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before replacing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the paragraph
“If a fuse blows” in this chapter.
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold
or damp or after heavy rain or washing,
the surface of headlights or rear lights
may steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is a
natural phenomenon due to the
difference in temperature and
humidity between the inside and the
outside of the glass which does not
indicate a fault and does not
compromise the normal operation of
lighting devices. The mist disappears
quickly when the lights are turned on,
starting from the centre of the diffuser,
extending progressively towards the
edges.
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remove electrical connectors C
fig. 146;
turn anticlockwise (on the left device)
or clockwise (on the right device) and
remove the bulb and bulb holder
assemblies fig. 147: D = side
lights/daytime running lights (DRLs), E =
direction indicators;
replace the burnt bulb: to extract it,
press lightly on it (1 fig. 148 ) and at the
same time turn it counter-clockwise (2);
insert the new bulb, by pressing it
fig. 148 and turning it clockwise, making
sure that it locks correctly;
then insert the bulb and bulb holder
assemblies in their respective housings
and turn them anticlockwise (right side)
and clockwise (left side), ensuring that
they are locked correctly;
reconnect the electrical connectors;finally, refit flap B fig. 145, fully
tightening fixing screws A.
Front fog lights
To replace the bulbs, proceed as follows:
steer the wheels completely;using the screwdriver, undo screws A
fig. 149 and remove flap B;
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insert the new bulb, making sure it is
properly blocked in the holder;
finally, refit the lenses.
WARNING
150)Before replacing the bulb, wait for
the exhaust ducts to cool down: DANGER
OF SCALDING!
151)Modifications or repairs to the
electric system that are not carried out
properly or do not take the system
technical specifications into account can
cause malfunctions leading to the risk of
fire.
152)Halogen bulbs contain pressurised
gas, in the case of breakage they may
burst causing glass fragments to be
projected outwards.
IMPORTANT
76)Halogen bulbs must be handled
holding the metallic part only. Touching
the transparent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the
emitted light and even reduce the lifespan
of the bulb. In the event of accidental
contact, wipe the bulb with a cloth
moistened with alcohol and let the bulb
dry.
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153)Only replace the light bulbs when the
engine is off and in a position that does
not interfere with traffic and lets you
safely replace them (see the description in
the “Replacement” paragraph). Also
ensure that the engine is cold, to prevent
the risk of burns.

LPG versions
The LPG system components are
protected by specific fuses. Contact a
Jeep Dealership for replacement.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE
BOX
The fuse box is located by the side of the
battery fig. 163.
Releasing fixing screw and removing fuse
box cover
Proceed as follows:
fully tighten screw A fig. 164, usingthe dedicated screwdriver provided;
slowly rotate the screw anticlockwise,
until resistance is encountered (do not
overtighten);
slowly release the screw;opening is indicated by the entire
screw head coming out of its housing;
remove cover B fig. 164, sliding it
completely upwards, as indicated in the
figure.
The number identifying the electrical
component corresponding to each fuse is
shown on the cover. After replacing a
fuse, make sure that you have closed
cover B correctly.
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compartment, ensuring that they are
locked correctly.
IMPORTANT
Should it be absolutely necessary to
operate on the road surface or near it,
pay the utmost attention to vehicles in
transit.
Pay particular attention when using
the key to remove the bolts: it may have
sharp edges.
Raising the vehicle any more than
necessary may lower its stability: the jack
may slip and injure those nearby. Do not
raise the vehicle any more than required
for the removal of the wheel.
Tyres with unidirectional tread can be
recognised by arrows on the side of the
tyre which indicate the direction ofrotation. This must of necessity be
complied with. Only in this way can the
tyres maintain their characteristics in
terms of grip, noise, resistance to wear
and drainage on wet surfaces.
If, after a puncture, it is necessary to
fit such a tyre the wrong way round, it
will be necessary to continue driving with
great care, since the tyre’s performance
is limited in these conditions. This
precaution must be borne in mind above
all when the road surface is wet.
In order to benefit completely from
the unidirectional tread, it is advisable to
restore all wheels to the correct direction
of rotation as soon as possible.
Make sure that the spare wheel is
fitted with the valve facing outwards. The
wheel may be damaged if fitted
incorrectly.
If the vehicle has a hub cap or wheel
cover, do not attempt to fit it on the
spare wheel.
To prevent injury to persons, the
complete tightening of the bolts must
only be carried out when all of the
vehicle’s wheels are on the ground, to
prevent the vehicle falling from the jack.
After having travelled for about
40 km, stop and check that the bolts are
tightened correctly.
WARNING
159)If left in the passenger compartment,
the punctured wheel and jack constitute a
serious risk to the safety of occupants in
the event of accidents or sharp braking.
Therefore, always place both the jack and
punctured wheel in the dedicated housing
in the luggage compartment.
160)It is extremely dangerous to attempt
to change a wheel on the side of the
vehicle next to the driving lane: make sure
that the vehicle is at a sufficient distance
from the road, to avoid being run over.
161)Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights,
warning triangle, etc. Any passengers on
board should leave the car, especially if it
is heavily laden. Passengers should stay
away from on-coming traffic while the
wheel is being changed. On slopes or on
unsurfaced roads, chock the wheels with
the chocks provided.
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Check pressure regulator and seal of the corresponding
heating pipes (1.4 T-Jet 120 HP LPG versions)
Check correct fitting of injectors (positioning, clip
retention) (1.4 T-Jet 120 HP LPG versions)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (1.4 T-Jet 120 HP
LPG and 1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions) (4) (O) (•)
Replace engine oil and oil filter (2.4 Tigershark versions -
where there is one) (5)
Replace spark plugs (1.4 T-Jet 120 HP LPG and
1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions) (6)
(4) If the car's annual mileage is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and filter must be replaced every year.
(O) Recommended operations
(•) Obligatory operations
(5) The engine oil and oil filter must be replaced when the warning light on the instrument panel switches on or, in any case, every year.
(6) For 1.4 Turbo MultiAir and 1.4 T-Jet versions, to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to:
only use spark plugs specifically certified for these engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the "Engine"
paragraph in the "Technical specifications" chapter); strictly comply with the spark plugs replacement intervals on the Service Schedule.
It is advisable to contact a Jeep Dealership for plug replacement.
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92)Always require the use of only
compressor coolants and lubricants
approved and suitable for the specific air
conditioning system fitted on the vehicle.
Some non-approved coolants are
flammable and may explode, with the risk
of injuries. The use of non-approved
coolants or lubricants may adversely affect
system efficiency, leading to expensive
repairs.
93)The air conditioner system contains
coolant under high pressure: to avoid
injuries to people or damage to the
system, any coolant addition or repair that
requires to disconnect the cables must be
carried out by a Jeep Dealership.94)Vehicles equipped with catalytic
converter must be fuelled only with
unleaded petrol. Leaded petrol would
permanently damage the catalytic
converter and eliminate its ability to
reduce polluting emissions, seriously
compromising the engine performance,
which would be irreparably damaged. If
the engine does not work correctly,
especially if it starts irregularly or if there
is a reduction of its performance,
immediately go to a Jeep Dealership.
Prolonged and faulty operation of the
engine may cause overheating of the
converter and, as a consequence, possible
damage to the converter and the vehicle.
95)Using a gearbox fluid different from
that approved may compromise
gearshifting quality and/or cause vibration
of the gearbox itself.
96)It is recommended to have the vehicle
serviced by a Jeep Dealership. When
carrying out normal periodic operations
and small servicing interventions
personally on the vehicle, it is
recommended to use suitable equipment,
genuine spare parts and the necessary
fluids. Do not carry out any interventions if
you don't have the necessary experience.LIFTING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle is to be lifted, go to a Jeep
Dealership which is equipped with the
arm lift or workshop lift.
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