2023 JEEP RENEGADE Owners Manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 55
OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUNROOF
To retract the sunroof to the open position, push
the Open/Close switch and the sunroof will fully
open. The sunroof can be stopped in any position
by pushing/pulling the switch a second time while
opening.
To close the sunroof completely, pull the Open/
Close s

witch and the sunroof will fully close. The
sunroof can be stopped in any position by pushing/
pulling the switch a second time while it is closing.
VENTING SUNROOF
To vent the sunroof push the vent switch.
NOTE:
The vent switch has the automatic function only at
the op e
ning of the sunroof. During the closing of
the sunroof, the switch must be held until closed.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE POWER
S
UNSHADE
Express Open/Close
Push the shade switch for about one-half second
and t h

e shade will automatically open. During the
automatic open operation, any movement of the
shade switch will stop the shade. Pull the shade switch for about one-half second
and t
h

e shade will automatically close. During the
automatic close operation, any movement of the
shade switch will stop the shade.
Manual Open/Close
To open the shade part way, push the shade switch
brief l

y and release.
To close the shade part way, pull the shade switch
briefl
y and release.
NOTE:
The sunroof and the shade controls will operate
only when the ignition is in the ON/RUN posi -
tion.
If the Remote Start functionality is active, it is
not possible to move the sunroof.
PINCH PROTECT FEATURE
This feature will detect an obstruction in the
opening of the sunroof during Express Close
operation. If an obstruction in the path of the
sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically
retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs.
WARNING!
Do not let children play with the sunroof.
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,
or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Do not
leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and do
not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped
with Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ in the ACC or ON/
RUN position. Occupants, particularly unat -
tended children, can become entrapped by
the p ow

er sunroof while operating the power
sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result
in serious injury or death.
In a collision, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.
You could also be severely injured or killed.
Always fasten your seat belt properly and
make sure all passengers are properly
secured.
Do not allow small children to operate the
sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body
parts, or any object to project through the
sunroof opening. Injury may result.
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SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to
clean the glass panel. Periodically check for and
clear out any debris that may have collected in the
tracks.
HOOD
TO OPEN THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.

1. Pull the hood release lever located under the
driver’ s

side of the instrument panel.

Hood Release Lever
2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push
the s

afety latch release lever toward the
passenger side of the vehicle. The hood
release lever is located behind the center front
edge of the hood.

Safety Latch

Remove the support rod from the locking tab and
inser t

it into the seat key hole located on the
underside of the hood. Be sure the rod is locked
into position.
Locking Tab
Support Rod And Seat

1 — Safety Latch Location
1 — Support Rod
2 — Support Rod Seat

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TO CLOSE THE HOOD
LIFTGATE
UNLOCK/OPEN THE LIFTGATE
To unlock the liftgate, use the key fob or activate
the power door lock switches located on the driver
door handle.
To open the liftgate, squeeze the electronic liftgate
relea s

e and pull the liftgate open with one fluid
motion.
Liftgate Handle Location

The Liftgate Passive Entry unlock feature is built
into t h

e electronic liftgate release. With a valid
Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the
liftga

te, push the electronic liftgate release to open
with one fluid motion.
Emergency Opening
Proceed as follows:

1. R emove the rear shelf (if equipped).

2. Fol d

the rear seats forward.
3. Us i

ng the supplied screwdriver (located under
carg o

floor in tool kit), remove the yellow tab.
Emergency Opening Tab Location

4. Insert the screwdriver into the release tab slot to tri

gger the release tab of the liftgate.

Emergency Release Tab Slot Location

WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving
your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it
could open when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and drop the hood to close.
Make s
ure hood is fully closed for both latches.
Never drive vehicle unless hood is fully closed,
with both latches engaged.
1 — Electronic Liftgate Release
2 — Passive Entry Lock Button
1 — Yellow Tab
1 — Release Tab Slot
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LOCK/CLOSE THE LIFTGATE
To manually close the liftgate, grab the liftgate
closing handle and pull in a downward motion to
close the liftgate.

Closing Liftgate

NOTE:
Before closing the liftgate, make sure to be in
posses s
ion of the key fob because the liftgate may
be locked.
To Lock The Liftgate
With a valid Passive Entry key fob within 5 ft
( 1.5 m)

of the liftgate, pushing the Keyless
Enter ‘n Go™ — Passive Entry lock button located to
t he ri

ght of the outside handle release will lock the
vehicle.
NOTE:
The liftgate unlock feature is built into the elec -
tronic liftgate release.
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Removable Rear Shelf — If Equipped
To remove rear shelf, proceed as follows:

1. D isconnect the two links that support the
shelf a
t the eyelets.

Rear Shelf Support Links

2. Li ft the rear part of the overhead luggage shelf.
3 . C
le

ar the pins placed outside of the shelf, and
then

remove the rear shelf pulling it upwards. 4. The rear shelf can be stored in the cargo area,
or be h

ind the front seatbacks.

Adjusting The Rear Shelf Rear Shelf Pin

Cargo Load Floor
The vehicle is equipped with a load floor that can
b e ad j

usted as needed.
1 — Liftgate Pull Handle
1 — Eyelets
2 — Links

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Position 1 (Lowered Position):
This position allows you to make the load floor flat
for ea s

e of loading/unloading objects from the
cargo area. This position also makes it possible to
use the space below as another compartment for
storing fragile or smaller objects.
Position 2 (Elevated Position):
When the rear seatbacks and front passenger seat
a re f ol

ded flat, it creates space for objects of long
dimensions. This position is recommended only
when transporting objects, then move the load
floor back to position 1.
Table Tilt Load
In addition to the two positions described
p reviou

sly, the load floor can also be placed in a
tilted position, slanted toward the rear seatbacks
as to ease the access to the underlying zone of the
luggage compartment (e.g. to pick up the spare tire
or the Tire Service Kit).
Place the load floor in a way that it rests at the
suppor t

s 1 and 2 on the sides of the cargo area.
The load floor provides securing of any cargo inside
this p
osition, so that the cargo will not slide in the
case of sudden braking.
Load Floor
Table Tilt Load Supports
Access To The Loading Floor
To access the double load compartment, proceed
as fol
l

ows:

1. Lift up on the Load Floor Handle.

Load
Floor Handle

2. Place the desired objects inside the compar
tment.
1 — Loading Floor Support One
2 — Loading Floor Support Two
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3. Reposition the load floor.

Cargo Area Storage

Displacement Load Floor
To position the load floor from the lower to the
u pper

position, proceed as follows:

1. Grab the load floor handle and lift up the load floor.

2.

Correctly place the load floor on the side panel
guide
s and on the rear cross member. Access To Tire Service Kit Or Spare Tire
To access the Tire Service Kit or spare tire and
c
ontai n

er carrier, proceed as follows:

1. Grab the load floor handle and remove the floor.

2.

Pull the tab and lift up on the carpet.
Anchor
ing Of The Load
The cargo tie-downs, located on the cargo area
f loor, s

hould be used to safely secure loads when
the vehicle is moving.

Tie-Downs

The side panels may be equipped with three
grocery
hooks (one on the left side and two on the
right side) for securing loads that are not
excessively heavy.
Grocery Hook
Grocery Hooks

CAUTION!
The load floor must be arranged in a central
position with respect to cargo area.

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Cargo Box — If Equipped
The cargo area contains a preformed cargo box
that can be used for the storage of objects that
allows you to obtain a uniform level when loading.

Cargo Box

NOTE:
The cargo box is sized for a maximum capacity of
distr i
buted weight equal to 242 lb (110 kg).
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Roof Luggage
Rack for transporting accessories.
Crossbars should always be used whenever cargo
is pla
ced on the Roof Luggage Rack. Check the
straps frequently to be sure that the load remains
securely attached.
NOTE:
Crossbars can be purchased at an authorized
deale r
through Mopar® parts. External racks do
not increase the total load carrying capacity of the
vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant and
luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on
the Roof Luggage Rack, do not exceed the
maximum vehicle load capacity.
The load carried on the roof, when equipped with a
lugga g

e rack, must not exceed 150 lb (68 kg), and
it should be uniformly distributed over the cargo
area.
Do not use the retractable roof when using the
crossba
rs.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied down before driving
your vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off
the vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting
in personal injury or property damage. Follow
the roof rack cautions when carrying cargo on
your roof rack.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle,
do not exceed the maximum roof rack load
capacity. Always distribute heavy loads as
evenly as possible and secure the load appro -
priately.
Long loads, which extend over the windshield,
should be secured to both the front and rear of
the vehicle.
Place a blanket or other protection between
the surface of the roof and the load.
Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners
carefully when carrying large or heavy loads
on the roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural
causes or nearby truck traffic, can add sudden
upward lift. It is recommended to not carry
large flat loads, such as wood panels or surf -
boards, which may result in damage to the
c argo or

your vehicle.
Load should always be secured to crossbars
first, with tie down loops used as additional
securing points if needed. Tie loops are
intended as supplementary tie down points
only. Do not use ratcheting mechanisms with
the tie loops. Check the straps frequently to be
sure that the load remains securely attached.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER