2023 JEEP RENEGADE tow

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil
change indicator system. The oil change indicator
system will remind you that it is time to take your
vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil
change

indicator message will illuminate in the
instrument cluster. This means that service is
required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow and
extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change
Required” message is displayed. Have your vehicle
serviced as soon as possible, within the next
500 miles (805 km). An authorized dealer will reset the oil change
indica

tor message after completing the scheduled
oil change.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change
inter v
als exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km),
1 year or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever
c omes f

irst. The 350 hours of engine run or idle
time is generally only a concern for fleet
customers.
NOTE:
The Oil Change Indicator will not illuminate under
these
conditions. Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
Check engine oil level.
Check windshield washer fluid level.
Check the tire inflation pressures and look for
unusual wear or damage.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir,
and brake master cylinder reservoir, and fill as
needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.

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Function Deactivation:
The functionality is reset if:
The ignition is turned to the MAR/RUN position.
Number of subsequent activations is three.
Two minutes timer has expired after turning the
ignition OFF.
NOTE:
When turning the ignition ON, the blades will go
into t h
e parking position.
Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation

1. Lift the front wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the windshield.

2. Push the release button on the arm of the wiper
blade.
3. Push the wiper blade up and remove it.

Front
Wiper Blade
4. Install the wiper blade and firmly push the
wipe r

blade until it snaps into place.
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation

1. Carefully lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass.

2. Grab and hold the wiper arm closest to the wiper
blade end while pushing the wiper blade
towards the liftgate glass to unsnap the blade
pivot pin from the wiper blade holder on the
wiper arm.
3. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blad e

holder at the end of the wiper arm, and
firmly push the wiper blade until it snaps into
place.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry
into the vehicle body is a properly maintained
engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust
syste
m

; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected
inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of
the vehicle is damaged; have an authorized
technician inspect the complete exhaust system
and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged,
deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open seams
or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In
addition, have the exhaust system inspected each
time the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil
change. Replace as required.1 — Wiper Blade
2 — Release Button
3 — Wiper Arm
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you uncon -
scious and can eventually poison you. To
avoid b

reathing CO Ú page 267.
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you
park over materials that can burn. Such mate -
rials might be grass or leaves coming into
c ontact

with your exhaust system. Do not park
or operate your vehicle in areas where your
exhaust system can contact anything that can
burn.

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(Continued)
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic
converter will not require maintenance. However, it
is important to keep the engine properly tuned to
ensure proper catalyst operation and prevent
possible catalyst damage.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
syste m
s can result in civil penalties being
assessed against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly
malfu n

ctioning engine operation, a scorching odor
may suggest severe and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop the vehicle, turn off
the engine and allow it to cool. Service, including a
tune-up to manufacturer's specifications, should
be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter
damag
e

:
Do not interrupt the ignition when the transmis -
sion is in gear and the vehicle is in motion.
Do not try to start the vehicle by pushing or
towing the vehicle.
Do not idle the engine with any ignition compo -
nents disconnected or removed, such as when
diagn os
tic testing, or for prolonged periods
during very rough idle or malfunctioning oper -
ating conditions.
COOLING SYSTEM
Coolant Checks
Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every
12 months (before the onset of freezing weather,
where
applicable). If the engine coolant is dirty or
rusty in appearance, the system should be
drained, flushed and refilled with fresh engine
coolant. Check the front of the A/C condenser for
any accumulation of bugs, leaves, etc. If dirty,
clean by gently spraying water from a garden hose
vertically down the face of the condenser.
CAUTION!
The catalytic converter requires the use of
unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will
destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an
emissions control device and may seriously
reduce engine performance and cause
serious damage to the engine.

Damage to the catalytic converter can result if
your vehicle is not kept in proper operating
condition. In the event of engine malfunction,
particularly involving engine misfire or other
apparent loss of performance, have your
vehicle serviced promptly. Continued operation
of your vehicle with a severe malfunction could
cause the converter to overheat, resulting in
possible damage to the converter and vehicle.

WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from
under the hood, do not open the hood until the
radiator has had time to cool. Never open a
cooling system pressure cap when the radi -
ator or coolant bottle is hot.
Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry away
from the radiator cooling fan when the hood is
raised. The fan starts automatically and may
start at any time, whether the engine is
running or not.
When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the igni -
tion to the OFF mode. The fan is temperature
c ontroll

ed and can start at any time the igni -
tion is in the ON mode.
WARNING!
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 309
Rear Cargo Fuse/Relay Distribution Unit
To access the fuses, remove the access door from
the left rear panel of the rear cargo area.

Rear Fuse Access Door
The fuses may be contained in two units. Fuse
holder


No. 1 and fuse holder No. 2 (if equipped
with trailer towing) are located closest to the rear
of the vehicle.

Rear Cargo Fuse Cavities

F43
20 Amp YellowBi-directional Pump Washer
F47 20 Amp YellowPower Rear Window (Driver Side)
F48 20 Amp YellowPower Rear Window (Passenger Side)
F49 7.5 Amp BrownSupply ParkSense, SGW, Mirror, Heated Front Seats, Stabilizer Battery, ESC System, S&S
Inhib
i

tion Command, Blind Spot, Rain/Light Sensor, Humidity Sensor
F50 7.5 Amp BrownSupply Air Bag
F51 7.5 Amp BrownAir Conditioning, Lane Departure Warning, Terrain Selector, Trailer Tow Module, Compass
Module
,

Rear View Camera
F53 7.5 Amp BrownSupply IPC/Starter Device/System Keyless Enter ‘n Go™
F94 15 Amp BluePower Socket
Cavity Mini Fuse Description
1 — Fuse Holder No. 1
2 — Fuse Holder No. 2
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 315
4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise, and then
replace the bulb.
5. Insert the new bulb in the socket, making sure the b
ulb is locked into place.
6. Reconnect the electrical connector.
7. R ein

stall the access door.
LE D
F
r

ont Fog Lamps – If Equipped
For replacement see an authorized dealer.
Front Side Indicators
See the following steps to replace:

1. O perating from inside the engine
comp a

rtment using a suitable tool release
the retaining clip.

2. Remove lamp assembly by sliding it toward the outsi d

e.

Lamp Assembly
3. Remove the electrical connector by pushing
the t

ab then disconnect the electrical
connector.
4. Rotate counterclockwise to release the bulb socke t

from the lamp assembly, and remove it.

Bulb Socket
5. Remove the bulb from the socket.

Bulb

6 .

Insert the new bulb in the socket.
7. Rei
nstall the bulb and socket into the lamp
asse m

bly by turning it clockwise, making sure
it is locked into place.
8. Reconnect the electrical connector.
9. R ein

stall the lamp assembly on the car,
m a
ki
n

g sure it is locked into place.8

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Rear Tail Lamps
Contain the following:
Position Lights
Stop Lights
Direction Indicator
REVERSE Lights
See the following steps to replace:

1. O pen the liftgate.

2. Usi
ng a suitable tool remove the door as
shown .

T

rim Panel Door

3. Using a suitable tool remove fastener.
4. Di s

connect the electrical connector by pushing
the r

elease.
Rear Lamp Fastener and Electrical Connector

5. Remove the rear tail lamp, sliding it toward the outsi d

e as shown.

Tail Lamp Removal
6. Unscrew the screws and remove the rear tail
lamp
holder.

Rear Lamp Assembly

1 — Electrical Connector
2 — Fastener
1 — Mounting Screws
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Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
NOTE:
The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on
the d r
iver’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the
driver's side door.
Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including
the s p

are tire (if equipped), at least monthly and
inflate to the recommended pressure for your
vehicle.

Example Tire Placard Location (Door) Example Tire Placard Location (B-pillar)

Tire And Loading Information Placard

Tire And Loading Information Placard
This placard tells you important information about
t
he:

1. N

umber of people that can be carried in the
vehicle
.

2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
3. T ire

size designed for your vehicle.
4 .
Col
d

tire inflation pressures for the front, rear,
and s

pare tires.
Loading

The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not
exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your
vehicle. You will not exceed the tire's load carrying
capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire
size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the
Tire and Loading Information placard
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page 123.

NOTE:
Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Gross
Axle W
eight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear
axles must not be exceeded.
For further information on GAWR, vehicle loading,
and t r

ailer towing Ú page 123.

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 327
To determine the maximum loading conditions of
your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading
Information placard. The combined weight of
occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue
weight (if applicable) should never exceed the
weight referenced here.
Steps For Determining Correct Load
Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The combined
weight

of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of
the dri
ver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the
driver
and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs. (4) The resulting figure equals the
avail
a

ble amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of
luggag
e and cargo being loaded on the
vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
load fr
om your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the
available cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and
there

will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle,
the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as
shown in step 4.
NOTE:
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
The following table shows examples on how to
calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing
capacities of your vehicle with varying seating
configurations and number and size of occu -
pants. This table is for illustration purposes only
a nd m a

y not be accurate for the seating and
load carry capacity of your vehicle.
For the following example, the combined weight
of occupants and cargo should never exceed
865 lbs (392 kg).
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