2023 JEEP RENEGADE charging

40 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that the
interior lights are turned off. This will prevent the
battery from discharging once the doors are
closed.
If a light is left on, it will automatically be turned
off after approximately 15 minutes after the
ignit i
on is in the OFF position.
DIMMER CONTROLS
Rotate the ambient dimmer control upward or
downward to increase or decrease the brightness
of the ambient light located in the overhead
console, door handle lights, lower instrument
panel lights, door map pocket lights, and cubby bin
lights.
With the parking lights or headlights on, rotate the
instru
ment panel dimmer control upward or
downward to increase or decrease the brightness
of the instrument panel. The instrument panel
dimmer has two positions at the top of the thumb
wheel. The first top detent position puts the interior
lighting into daytime mode and the very top detent
position illuminates all the interior lights. The
bottom detent position of the instrument panel
dimmer dims the internal backlights to their lowest
dimmable setting and disables the interior lights.
Dimmer Controls

REAR LIGHTS
On vehicles equipped with a sunroof, there are two
interior lights located above the grab handles of
the rear doors. When the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position, the lights come on when any door is
opened.
Push the button on the light once to turn the light
on man
u

ally, and push the button a second time to
turn the light off.
Rear Light Button (If Equipped With Sunroof)

On vehicles not equipped with a sunroof, a single
dome l i

ght is located in the center of the roof.

Rear Dome Light Buttons (Sunroof Not Equipped)

1 - Ambient Light Dimmer Control Switch
2 - Instrument Panel Dimmer Control Switch
1 — Dome Defeat Button
2 — Dome On Button

70 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light
This light will turn on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the
i
g n
it
i
on is placed in the ON/RUN or MAR/
ON/RUN position. If the light is either not
on during startup, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected at an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. This light
will illuminate with a single chime when a fault with
the Air Bag Warning Light has been detected, it will
stay on until the fault is cleared. If the light comes
on intermittently or remains on while driving, have
an authorized dealer service the vehicle
immediately.
Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake
functions, including brake fluid level and
parki n
g brake application. If the brake
light turns on it may indicate that the
parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level
is low, or that there is a problem with the Anti-Lock
Brake System reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has
been d
isengaged, and the fluid level is at the full
mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates
a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or
that a problem with the Brake Booster has been
detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this
case, the light will remain on until the condition has
been corrected. If the problem is related to the
brake booster, the ABS pump will run when
applying the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation
may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking
capac
i

ty in the event of a failure to a portion of the
hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual
brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning
Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level
in the master cylinder has dropped below a
specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
NOTE:
The light may flash momentarily during sharp
corner i
ng maneuvers, which change fluid level
conditions. The vehicle should have service
performed, and the brake fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is
necess
ary. Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS)


are also equipped with Electronic Brake
Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD
failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along
with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS
system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be
check e

d by turning the ignition switch from the OFF
position to the ON/RUN position. The light should
illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light
should then turn off unless the parking brake is
applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does
not illuminate, have the light inspected by an
authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake
is ap p

lied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN
position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
appli e
d. It does not show the degree of brake appli -
cation.
Battery Charge Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the
battery is not charging properly. If it stays
on wh i
le the engine is running, there may
be a malfunction with the charging system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

This indicates a possible problem with the
electr
ical system or a related component.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is
dangerous. Part of the brake system may have
failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You
could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked
immediately.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 279
3. If using another vehicle to jump start the
battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cable’s reach, set the parking brake and make
sure the ignition is OFF.JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE
Connecting The Jumper Cables

1. Connect the positive
(+) en
d of the jumper
cable to the positive (+)
post of the discharged
vehicle.

2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)
ju m

per cable to the positive (+) post of the
booster battery.
3. Connect the negative (-) en
d of the jumper
cable to the negative (-) post of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)
ju m

per cable to a good engine ground. A
“ground” is an exposed metallic/unpainted
part of the engine, frame or chassis, such as an accessory bracket or large bolt. The ground
must be away from the battery and the fuel
injection system.

Suitable Engine Ground

5. S tart the engine in the vehicle that has the
booste r

battery, let the engine idle a few
minutes, and then start the engine in the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cable
s in the reverse sequence.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and
personal injury could result.
WARNING!
Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan
whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be
injured by moving fan blades.
Remove any metal jewelry such as rings,
watch bands and bracelets that could make
an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be
seriously injured.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn
your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas
which is flammable and explosive. Keep open
flames or sparks away from the battery.
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting procedure
could result in personal injury or property
damage due to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster
vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery. The
res u
lting electrical spark could cause the battery
to explode and could result in personal injury.7

280 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables

1. Disconnect the negative
(-)
en
d of the jumper
cable from the engine ground of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.

2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-)
ju m

per cable from the negative (-) post of the
booster battery.
3. Disconnect the positive (+) en
d of the jumper
cable from the positive (+) post of the booster
battery.
4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)
ju m

per cable from the positive (+) post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery, and
reinstall the protective cap.
If frequent jump starting is required to start your
vehicl
e you should have the battery and charging
system inspected at an authorized dealer.
REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED
The vehicle is equipped with a refueling funnel
Ú page 272 for a Cap-Less Fuel System. If
refueling is necessary, while using an approved
g as ca

n, insert the refueling funnel into the filler
neck opening. Take care to open both flappers with
the funnel to avoid spills.
NOTE:
In certain cold conditions, ice may prevent the fuel
door fr om
opening. If this occurs, lightly push on
the fuel door to break the ice buildup and
re-release the fuel door using the inside release
button. Do not pry on the door.

Refueling Funnel
Emergency Gas Can Refueling
Most gas cans will not open the flapper doors. A
f
unne l

is provided to allow emergency refueling
with a gas can.
See the following steps for refueling:

1. Retrieve funnel from the spare tire storage area.

2. Ins

ert funnel into same filler pipe opening as
the f

uel nozzle.

Inserting Funnel

3. Ensure funnel is inserted fully to hold flapper doors op

en.
4. Pour fuel into funnel opening.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power
outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough without
engine operation, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent the engine from starting.
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top
off” the fuel tank after filling.

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INDEX
A
About Your Brakes.........................................341Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)...............300Adding Fuel....................................................122Adding Washing Fluid....................................294Additives, Fuel...............................................343Advance Phone Connectivity.........................172Air Bag...........................................................247Advance Front Air Bag...............................247Air Bag Operation......................................248Air Bag Warning Light................................246Driver Knee Air Bag...................................249Enhanced Accident Response.........252, 285Event Data Recorder (EDR).......................285Front Air Bag.............................................247If Deployment Occurs................................252Knee Impact Bolsters................................249Maintaining Your Air Bag System..............255Maintenance.............................................255Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.............247Side Air Bags.............................................249Transporting Pets......................................265Air Bag Light..................................70, 246, 265Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter).............................................................296Air Conditioner Maintenance.........................296
Air Conditioner Refrigerant..................296, 297Air Conditioning.............................................297Air Conditioning Filter..............................48, 297Air Conditioning System................................296Air Conditioning, Operating Tips.......................47Air Pressure Tires.........................................................329AlarmArm The System..........................................20Disarm The System.....................................21Security Alarm......................................20, 72Alterations/ModificationsVehicle.........................................................10Android Auto........................................174, 176Android Auto™
S
.......................................174Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).................300, 344Disposal...................................................301Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)......................221Anti-Lock Warning Light............................72, 76Apple CarPlay.......................................174, 178Apple CarPlay®
S
......................................176Assist, Hill Start.............................................227Audio Settings...............................................160Audio Systems (Radio)..................................133Auto Down Power Windows.............................53Auto Up Power Windows..................................53
Automatic Headlights.......................................38Automatic High Beams.....................................37Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..............47Automatic Transmission.........................85, 303Adding Fluid.....................................303, 345Autostick......................................................87Fluid And Filter Change.............................303Fluid Change.............................................303Fluid Level Check......................................303Fluid Type........................................303, 345Special Additives......................................303Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet)..........50Auxiliary Power Outlet......................................50Axle Fluid.......................................................345Axle Lubrication............................................345
B
Back-Up Camera...........................................121Battery...................................................70, 294Charging System Light.................................70Keyless Key Fob Replacement....................15Belts, Seat....................................................265Blind Spot Monitoring...................................228BluetoothConnecting To A Particular Mobile Phone
Or Audio Device After Pairing
................168
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