2018 JEEP RENEGADE snow chains

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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uneven road surface or obstacles
before the wheels, affect vehicle's
movements, thus preventing it from
following the correct path.
IMPORTANT Manoeuvring is
deactivated if, after about 3 minutes,
parking has not been completed.
End of manoeuvre
The semi-automatic manoeuvre ends
when the display shows the message of
completed manoeuvre.
At the end of the manoeuvre, the driver
resumes control of the car and, if
necessary, has to complete parking
manually.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIf the sensors undergo impact which
alters their position, the system operation
could deteriorate considerably.
The system reaches top performance
after the vehicle has covered about
50 km (system "self-calibration").
If the sensors are dirty, covered by
snow, ice or mud or are repainted vs. the
original conditions, the system operation
could result strongly degraded. It is
extremely important that the sensors are
always clean in order for the system to
operate correctly. During cleaning make
sure not to scratch or damage them;
avoid using dry or rough cloths. Thesensors should be washed using clean
water with the addition of car shampoo if
necessary. In washing stations, clean the
sensors quickly, keeping the steam
jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least
10 cm away from the sensors.
Ultrasonic sound sources (e.g.
pneumatic brakes of trucks or air drills)
nearby could negatively influence the
sensor performance.
Sensors may detect a non-existent
obstacle (echo noise) due to mechanical
noises, for example while washing the
vehicle, in the case of rain, strong wind,
hail.
The sensors may not detect objects of
a particular shape or made from
particular materials (very thin poles,
trailer beams, panels, nets, bushes,
anti-parking posts, pavements, rubbish
bins, motor vehicles, etc.). Always take
great care to check that the vehicle and
its path are actually compatible with the
parking place identified by the system.
The use of (one or more) tyres or
wheels of a different size to those at the
time of vehicle purchase could affect the
operation of the system.
If a trailer (with correctly engaged
socket) is present, the system will be
automatically disabled.
In "Search in progress" mode, the
system could incorrectly identify a
parking place to carry out the manoeuvre(e.g. by a junction, driveways, roads
crossing the direction of travel, etc.).
In the case of parking manoeuvres on
roads on a gradient, the performance of
the system could be inferior and it may
deactivate.
If a parking manoeuvre is being
carried out between two parked vehicles
alongside the pavement, the system may
cause the vehicle to mount the
pavement.
Some manoeuvres at very tight bends
might be impossible to be carried out.
Take great care to ensure that
conditions do not change during the
parking manoeuvre (e.g. if there are
persons and/or animals in the parking
place, moving vehicles, etc.) and
intervene immediately if necessary.
During parking manoeuvres, pay
attention to cars approaching from the
opposite direction. Always comply with
the prescriptions of the Highway Code.
IMPORTANT Correct system operation
is not guaranteed if snow chains or the
space-saver wheel are fitted.
IMPORTANT The function only informs
the driver about the last appropriate
parking place (parallel or
perpendicular) detected by the parking
sensors.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

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IN AN EMERGENCY
162)The vehicle's driving characteristics
will be modified with the space-saver
wheel fitted. Avoid violent acceleration
and braking, abrupt steering and fast
cornering. The overall duration of the
space-saver wheel is about 3000 km, after
which the relevant tyre must be replaced
with another one of the same type. Never
install a standard tyre on a rim that is
designed for use with a space-saver wheel.
Have the wheel repaired and refitted as
soon as possible. Using two or more
space-saver wheels at the same time is
forbidden. Do not grease the threads of
the stud bolts before fitting them: they
might slip out when driving!
163)The space-saver wheel (where
provided) is specific to your vehicle: do
not use it on other models, or use the
space-saver wheel of other models on your
vehicle. The space-saver wheel must only
be used in the event of an emergency.
Never use it for more than strictly
necessary and never exceed 80 km/h. On
the space-saver wheel there is an orange
label, summarising the main warnings
regarding space-saver wheel usage
restrictions. Never remove or cover the
label. Never apply a wheel cap on a
space-saver wheel.164)The jack is a tool developed and
designed only for changing a wheel, if a
tyre gets punctured or damaged, on the
vehicle with which it is supplied or on
other vehicles of the same model. Any
other use, e.g. to jack up other vehicle
models or different things, is strictly
prohibited. Never use it to carry out
servicing or repairs under the vehicle or to
change summer/winter wheels and vice
versa: we advise you to contact a Jeep
Dealership. Never go under the raised
vehicle: use it only in the positions
indicated. Do not use the jack for loads
higher than the one shown on its label.
Never start the engine with car raised. If
the vehicle is raised more than necessary,
everything can become more unstable,
with the risk of the vehicle dropping
violently. Thus, lift the car only as needed
in order to access the space-saver spare
wheel.
165)When turning the jack handle make
sure that it can turn freely without
scraping your hand against the ground.
The moving components of the jack
("worm screw" and joints) can also cause
injuries: do not touch them. If you come
into contact with lubricating grease, clean
yourself thoroughly.166)The space-saver wheel cannot be
fitted with snow chains. If a front (drive)
tyre is punctured and chains are needed,
use a standard wheel from the rear axle
and install the space-saver wheel on the
rear axle. In this way, with two normal
drive wheels at the front axle, it is
possible to use snow chains.
167)Incorrect hub cap assembly, if
present, may cause it to come off when
the vehicle is moving. Never tamper with
the inflation valve. Never introduce tools
of any kind between the rim and the tyre.
Check tyre and space-saver wheel
pressures regularly, complying with the
values given in the "Technical
specifications" chapter.

WHEELS AND TYRES
SUGGESTIONS ABOUT THE
ROTATION OF THE TYRES
192) 193)97) 98) 99) 100)
The front and rear tyres are subject to
different loads and stress due to steering,
manoeuvres and braking. For this reason
they are subject to uneven wear.
To resolve this problem, tyres should be
rotated at the appropriate time. This
operation is recommended for tyres with
a deep tread pattern, suitable both for
on-road and off-road driving.
Tyre rotation contributes to the
preservation of the grip and traction
performance on wet, muddy or snowy
roads, guaranteeing optimal driveability
of the vehicle.
In the case of irregular wear of the tyres,
the reason must be identified and
corrected before rotating them.
WARNING
192)Do not cross switch the tyres if they
are "unidirectional" type. In this case,
always take care not to fit the tyres with a
direction of rotation that is opposite to
that indicated: you would risk losing grip
and control of the vehicle.
193)Travelling with partially or completely
deflated tyres can cause safety problems
and damage the concerned tyre beyond
repair.
IMPORTANT
97)The road holding qualities of the car
also depend on the correct inflation
pressure of the tyres.
98)If tyre pressure is too low, the tyre may
overheat and be severely damaged as a
result.
99)Do not switch tyres from the
right-hand side of the vehicle to the
left-hand side, and vice versa.100)Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
SNOW CHAINS
101)
Front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive
versions: 7-mm snow chains can be used
on 215/65 R16 and 215/60 R17 tyres.
Chains cannot be fitted on
225/55 R18 tyres. e di incidenti.
IMPORTANTUse snow chains in
accordance with local regulations of each
country. In certain countries, tyres
marked with code M+S (Mud and Snow)
are considered as winter equipment;
therefore their use is equivalent to that of
the snow chains.
The snow chains may be applied only to
the front wheel tyres.
Check the tension of the snow chains
after the first few metres have been
driven.
Using snow chains with tyres with
non-original dimensions may damage the
vehicle.
Using different size or type (M+S, snow,
etc.) tyres between front and rear axle
may adversely affect vehicle driveability,
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with the risk of losing control of the
vehicle and causing accidents.
IMPORTANT
101)Keep the vehicle's speed down when
snow chains are fitted; never exceed
50 km/h. Avoid potholes, do not drive over
steps or pavements and do not drive long
distances over roads without snow, to
avoid damaging both your vehicle and the
road surface.
BODYWORK
PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paintwork102)7)
Touch up abrasions and scratches
immediately to prevent the formation of
rust.
Versions with matt paint
(where provided)
Some parts of the vehicle are painted
with a matte paintwork which requires
special care for its preservation
103)
Washing the car
To correctly wash the car, follow these
instructions:
if the vehicle is washed remove the
aerial from the roof;
Versions with stickers(where
provided): avoid washing with rollers
and/or brushes in washing stations. Wash
the car by hand only, using pH-neutral
detergents Dry it with a damp chamois
leather. Abrasive products and/or
polishes should not be used for cleaning
the car.
if high pressure jets or cleaners are
used to wash the vehicle, keep a
distance of at least 40 cm from the
bodywork to avoid damage or alteration.
Build up of water could cause damage to
the car in the long term;
wash the bodywork using a low
pressure jet of water;
wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy
solution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing the sponge;
rinse well with water and dry with a jet
of air or a chamois leather.
IMPORTANT
102)In order to preserve the aesthetic
appearance of the paint abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used for
cleaning the vehicle.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Ignition device..............17
Important information and
recommendations..........342
Interior lights...............35
Jump starting..............218
Keys
electronic key.............16
key with remote control.......16
Lane Change...............33
LaneSense system...........178
Lifting the vehicle...........254
Light switch................31
LPG/petrol switch............57
Luggage compartment.........54
Main beam headlights.........33
Manual climate control system....38
Manual gearbox.............150
Mopar Connect.............340
Multifunction display..........67
MySky sun roof..............48
Occupant protection systems. . . .115
Official type approvals........341
Parking lights...............32
Parking the vehicle...........147
ParkSense (system)..........168
Passive Entry...............21PBA (system)..............102
Performance (top speed).......287
Periodic checks.............228
Prescriptions for handling the
vehicle at the end of its life . . .292
Preserving the bodywork.......256
Pretensioners..............119
Rain sensor................36
Rear camera (ParkView® rear
backup camera)...........179
Rear fog light...............32
Rear view mirrors.............29
Rear window wiper
blade replacement.........252
Reconfigurable multifunction
display..................67
Refuelling procedure.........182
Refuelling the vehicle.........181
Replacing a bulb............193
Replacing an external bulb.....196
Rims and tyres.............265
Rims and tyres provided.......266
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder)
system.................117
Scheduled Servicing..........228Scheduled Servicing Plan......229
Seat belts................116
Seats....................24
Selec-Terrain (device).........158
Sentry Key (system)...........19
Servicing procedures.........252
Side airbags...............141
Side Distance Warning (system) . .176
Snow chains...............255
Speed Limiter..............160
Starting the engine...........146
Steering lock...............18
Steering wheel..............28
Stop/Start system...........159
Supplementary restraint system
(SRS) Airbag.............137
Supplies.................279
Symbols...................4
TC (system)...............102
The keys..................16
Tips, controls and general
information..............294
TireKit...................215
Towing the vehicle...........225
Towing trailers..............185
TPMS...................112
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