2018 JEEP RENEGADE 4WD

Messages on the display
Message on the display
SERV 4WDFOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE
This indicator switches on to report a four wheel drive system failure. Contact a Jeep
Dealership as soon as possible.
BLIND-SPOT MONITORINGBLIND-SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM
Sensor locking: in case of failure of the Blind-Spot Monitoring system, a message will
appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door mirrors are switched on
continuously. Free the bumper of any obstacles or clean it.
System not available: in case the Blind-Spot Monitoring system is not available, a
message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door mirrors are
switched on continuously. The failed operation of the system might be due to the
insufficient voltage from the battery or other failures on the electrical system. Contact a
Jeep Dealership as soon as possible to have the electrical system checked.
Blind-Spot Monitoring system failure: in case of a failure of the Blind-Spot Monitoring
system, a message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door mirrors
are switched off. An acoustic signal is also emitted. Contact a Jeep Dealership as soon
as possible.
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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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The speed set for the HDC system can be
adjusted using the brake pedal and the
accelerator pedal (in the 1-12 km/h
range). Once the desired speed is
reached, when both pedals are released
the HDC system will maintain the set
speed. In this way, the driver can adjust
the speed and, if necessary, reassume
control of the vehicle.
If the vehicle speed exceeds 12 km/h but
it is lower than 40 km/h, when both
pedals are released, the HDC system will
return the vehicle speed to 12 km/h.
With gear lever in neutral, speed
adjustment using the accelerator pedal is
not available.
The driver can cancel the intervention of
the HDC system at any time by
completely depressing the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
System deactivation
The HDC system is deactivated, but
remains available, if one of the following
conditions is met:
the vehicle is on a descent with
insufficient gradient, below 8%, or a
level surface, or is going uphill;
the gear lever is in P (Park) position.Disabling the system
The system is deactivated and disabled if
one of the following conditions is met:
fig. 70 button pressed;activation of mode other than 4WD
LOW;
electric parking brake (EPB)
engagement;
driver side door open;speed of 40 km/h exceeded
(immediate exit from HDC function).
DISABLING ACTIVE SAFETY
SYSTEMS
Depending on the versions, there are
3 configurations for the active safety
systems on the vehicle:
systems enabled;systems partially disabled;systems disabled.
Systems enabled
All active safety systems are enabled.
This is the normal operating mode when
driving a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
This mode should be used in most
driving conditions. The system will be in
"Systems enabled" mode every time the
engine is started.
IMPORTANT You are advised to select
"Systems partially disabled" or "Systems
disabled" modes only for specific driving
requirements.Systems partially disabled
By pressing the
button on the central
tunnel fig. 71 for fewer than 5 seconds
when driving, the TSC system can be
disabled and the intervention of the TC
system can be limited to braking action
on the individual drive wheels. The other
systems remain enabled.
Activation of this mode is indicated by
the
warning light on the instrument
panel switching on (on some versions,
together with a message on the display).
To restore "All systems enabled"
operating mode, press the button on the
central tunnel again.
"Systems completely enabled" mode will
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automatically reactivate every time the
engine is started.
IMPORTANT When travelling on snowy
roads with snow chains, it may be helpful
to activate "Systems partially disabled"
mode: in these conditions, slipping of
the drive wheels when moving off makes
it possible to obtain better traction.
Systems disabled
Pressing the
button on the central
tunnel for more than 5 seconds
completely deactivates the ESC system,
as well as the TSC and ERM systems; the
TC system will be limited to braking
action on the individual drive wheels.
The other systems remain enabled.
Activation of this mode is highlighted by
the
warning light on the instrument
panel switching on (on some versions,
together with a message on the display).
IMPORTANT If a speed of approximately
65 km/h is exceeded, the systems will
behave as described for "Systems
partially disabled" mode.
To restore "Systems enabled" operating
mode, press the button on the central
tunnel again.
"Systems enabled" mode will
automatically reactivate every time the
engine is started.Versions with Selec-Terrain™ device
On versions withSelec-Terrain™device,
the activation of certain driving modes
partially or totally deactivates certain
active safety systems in order to optimise
performance in the specific mode.
When active safety systems are partially
or totally deactivated, the
warning light
will turn on in the instrument panel.
In "SAND" and "MUD" modes, the active
safety systems are partially disabled and
fine-tuned to ensure maximum
performance in the specific operating
modes. It is in any case possible to
reactivate them completely at any time
by pressing the
button on the central
tunnel should you wish to favour safety
over "off-road" performance.
IMPORTANT In 4WD LOW modes, the
active safety systems are completely
disabled in order to ensure maximum
off-road driving performance and it will
not be possible to reactivate them.
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WARNING
36)When the ABS intervenes and you feel
the brake pedal pulsating, do not reduce
the pressure, but hold it down firmly and
confidently; in doing so you will brake in
the shortest distance possible, depending
on the current road conditions.
37)To obtain the maximum efficiency of
the braking system, a bedding-in period of
about 500 km is needed: during this
period it is better to avoid sharp, repeated
and prolonged braking.
38)If the ABS intervenes, this indicates
that the grip of the tyres on the road is
nearing its limit: you must slow down to a
speed compatible with the available grip.
39)The ABS cannot overrule the natural
laws of physics, and cannot increase the
grip available according to the condition
of the road.
40)The ABS cannot prevent accidents,
including those due to excessive speed on
corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or
aquaplaning.
41)The capability of the ABS must never
be tested irresponsibly and dangerously,
in such a way as to compromise personal
safety and the safety of others.
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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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STARTING AND DRIVING
Let’s get to the "heart" of the vehicle:
seeing how you can exploit all of its
potential to the full.
We’ll look at how to drive it safely in any
situation, so that it can be a welcome
companion, with our comfort and our
wallets in mind.STARTING THE ENGINE........146
PARKING THE VEHICLE........147
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) .148
MANUAL GEARBOX...........150
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.....151
TWIN CLUTCH TRANSMISSION . . .154
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE - JEEP ACTIVE
DRIVE (4WD) and JEEP ACTIVE DRIVE
LOW (4WD LOW).............157
SELEC-TERRAIN.............158
STOP/START SYSTEM.........159
SPEED LIMITER.............160
ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL . . .161
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) .163
PARKSENSE SYSTEM.........168
ACTIVE PARKSENSE SYSTEM. . . .171
SIDE DISTANCE WARNING
SYSTEM..................176
LANESENSE SYSTEM (lane crossing
warning)..................178
REAR CAMERA (PARKVIEW® REAR
BACKUP CAMERA)...........179
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE.....181
TOWING TRAILERS...........185
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FOUR WHEEL DRIVE -
JEEP ACTIVE DRIVE (4WD)
and JEEP ACTIVE DRIVE
LOW (4WD LOW)
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
The four wheel drive (4WD) is fully
automatic in standard driving mode.
IMPORTANT Changing mode is not
possible when the vehicle speed is
over 120 km/h.
Four-wheel-drive activation
51) 52)
The buttons to activate the four-wheel
drive are located on theSelec-Terrain™
device and can select:
4WD LOCK (fig. 109 versions with
manual gearbox and automatic
transmission): deactivates the function
for disconnecting the propeller shaft,
guaranteeing the immediate availability
of the torque to the rear coupling. This
function can be selected in AUTO mode
and is automatic in the other driving
modes.
4WD LOW (fig. 110 versions with
automatic transmission): it enhances the
"off-road" performance of the vehicle in
all driving modes;The 4WD LOCK function can be
activated by pressing the dedicated
button or when the selector is rotated
from AUTO to SNOW/SAND/MUD or
ROCK (Trailhawk versions) and 4WD LOW
was not selected before.
The engagement of one function (e.g.
4WD LOW) deactivates the other one
automatically.
IMPORTANT On some versions,
pressing the button 4WD LOW the
4WD LOCK function is automatically
activated as well. If the 4WD LOW
button is pressed again, the 4WD
LOCK function will be activated. If,
however, the 4WD LOCK button is
pressed again, both functions will be
deactivated.
IMPORTANT The 4WD LOW function is
recommended for irregular and
slippery terrain only.
4WD LOW MODE ENGAGEMENT/
RELEASE
4WD LOW mode engagement
With vehicle at a standstill, ignition
device in MAR position or with engine
on, move the gear lever to position D
(Drive), R (Reverse) or N (Neutral) and
press the 4WD LOW button.
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On some versions, with mode engaged,
the display shows "4WD LOW". The LED
on theSelec-Terrain™device may flash
until the end of the engagement.
4WD LOW mode release
The release can occur at any speed
ranging from 0 to 120 km/h.
On some versions, "4WD LOW" on the
display switches off at the end of the
release procedure.
In this case, the LED on the 4WD LOW
button is off.
IMPORTANT
51)The correct operation of the 4WD
function depends on the tyres: all of them
must have the same size, the same type
and the same circumference. Using tyres
with different sizes has negative effects on
the gear change and damages the
components of the transmission.
52)Do not drive at speeds exceeding those
that the road conditions allow for.
SELEC-TERRAIN
DRIVING MODE SELECTION
Turn knob A fig. 111 to select the
desired mode.
IMPORTANT Changing mode is not
possible when the vehicle speed is
over 120 km/h.
AUTO (Automatic): the 4WD mode with
continuous and automatic operation can
be used while driving on road and
off-road. This mode reduces fuel
consumption, because the propeller shaft
can be disconnected, whenever required.
SNOW: this mode can achieve more
stability on slippery or snow-covered
grounds. To be used for driving on-road
and off-road in the case of grounds with
poor grip, such as roads covered by snow.
SAND: off-road driving mode to be
used on surfaces with poor grip, such as
sandy surfaces. The transmission is set
to offer a maximum traction.
MUD: off-road driving mode for
surfaces with poor grip, such as
mud-covered grounds or wet grass.
ROCK(where provided, for Trailhawk
versions only): this mode is only available
if the 4WD LOW mode is activated. The
device sets the car to maximise traction
and give the highest steering capacity on
off-road surfaces featuring a high grip.
This mode guarantees the best "off-road"
performance. This mode must be used to
pass over obstacles at slow speed, such
as large rocks, deep cracks, etc.
When the engine is started, the AUTO
mode is automatically selected (LED on
close to the AUTO wording).
Turning the knob A fig. 111 the LED
close to the AUTO wording comes on
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