2023 JEEP RENEGADE engine overheat

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REFUELING IN EMERGENCY – IF EQUIPPED .. 280
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ...... ...................... 281
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ...... ....................... 281
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ...... ........................ 282
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...... ...................283
Front–Wheel Drive (FWD) ...... ....................... 284
Four–Wheel Drive (4WD) ..... . ........................ 284
Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped . ..
..
. .... 284
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .................................................................. 285
EVEN T

DATA RECORDER (EDR) ...... ...................285
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................... 286
Maintenance Plan ...... ................................... 287
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ..... . .............................. 293
1.3L Turbo Engine ...... ................................... 293
Checking Oil Level ..... . ................................... 294
Adding Washer Fluid . ..
..
. ............................... 294
Maintenance-Free Battery ..... . ..................... 294
Pressure Washing . ..
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. ................................... 295
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..... . .............................. 295
Engine Oil ...................................................... 295
Engin e Oil Filter . ..
..
. ....................................... 296
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..... . ........................ 296
Air Conditioner Maintenance . ..
..
. .................. 296Body Lubrication .....
.
..................................... 297
Windshield Wiper Blades ..... . ....................... 297
Exhaust System ..... . ...................................... 298
Cooling System . ..
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. ........................................ 299
Brake System ..... . .......................................... 302
Automatic Transmission . ..
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. ........................ 303
Fuses.............................................................. 303
Bulb
Replacement. ..
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. ................................... 311
TIRES..................................................................... 322
Tire
Safety Information ...... ........................... 322
Tires — General Information . ..
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. .................. 329
Tire Types....................................................... 332
Spar e
Tires — If Equipped . ..
. .
. ....................... 333
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..... . ................... 334
Snow Traction Devices . ..
..
. ........................... 335
Tire Rotation Recommendations ..... . .......... 336
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..... .
............. 337
Treadwear ...................................................... 337
Tract ion Grades . ..
..
. ....................................... 337
Temperature Grades ..... . ............................... 337
STORING THE VEHICLE . ..
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. ................................. 338
BODYWORK ...... ................................................... 338
Protection From Atmospheric Agents ...... .... 338
Body And Underbody Maintenance. ..
..
. ........ 338
Preserving The Bodywork ..... . ....................... 338INTERIORS .....
.
..................................................... 339
Seats And Fabric Parts ...... ........................... 339
Plastic And Coated Parts ..... . ........................ 339
Leather Surfaces. ..
..
. ..................................... 340
Glass Surfaces ..... . ....................................... 340
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) ........ 341
BRAKE SYSTEM ...... ............................................. 341
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .. 341 Tor que Specifications ...... ............................. 341
FUEL REQUIREMENTS . ..
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. ................................... 342
1.3L Turbo Engine ...... ................................... 342
Reformulated Gasoline..... . ........................... 342
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . ..
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. .................. 342
E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles ..... . ... 343
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications . ..
..
. 343
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline . .....
............... 343
Materials Added To Fuel ..... . ......................... 343
Fuel System Cautions ..... . ............................. 344
FLUID CAPACITIES . ..
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. ......................................... 344
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... ............ 345
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... .......... 345

30 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Power Lumbar Adjustment— If Equipped
Push the switch forward or rearward to increase or
decrease the lumbar support. Push the switch
upward or downward to raise or lower the lumbar
support.

Power Lumbar Switch

NOTE:
Power seat adjustments are only allowed when the
ignit i
on is in the ON position, and for about
30 minutes after it is placed in the OFF position.
HEATED SEATS — IF EQUIPPED
The heated seat buttons are located in
your vehicle’s touchscreen or on the
instr u
ment panel.
You can choose between two heating levels:
Press the heated seat button once to turn the HI
setting on.
Press the heated seat button a second time to
turn the LO setting on.
Press the heated seat button a third time to turn
the heating elements off.
If the operator presses the heated seat button a
second
time to turn on the LO setting, the display
will change from HI to LO, and the LO level setting
will turn off automatically after 45 minutes.
If the HI-level setting is selected, the system will
a utomat

ically switch to LO-level after
approximately 145 minutes of continuous
operati

on. At that time, the display will change
from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level
setting will turn off automatically after
approximately 60 minutes.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the heated seats to
operat e
.
The timing values may vary the heated seat
settin
gs depending on the outside ambient
temperature.
For information on use with the Remote Start
syste m

, see Ú page 19.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic illness,
diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication,
alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical
condition must exercise care when using the
seat heater. It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat or seatback
that insulates against heat, such as a blanket
or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to
overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been over
-
heated could cause serious burns due to the
i ncrea

sed surface temperature of the seat.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 47
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(ATC)
Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate, or the
AUTO button on the touchscreen on the
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel.

2. Adjust the temperature you would like the syste

m to maintain, by adjusting the driver,
and passenger temperatures. Once the
desired temperature is displayed, the system
will achieve and automatically maintain that
comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level

, it is not necessary to change the
settings. You will experience the greatest
efficiency by simply allowing the system to
function automatically.
NOTE:
It is not necessary to move the temperature
settings. The system automatically adjusts the
temperature, mode, and fan speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or
Metric units by selecting the U.S./Metric
customer programmable feature within
Uconnect Settings. To provide you with maximum comfort in the
automa
t

ic mode, during cold start-ups, the blower
fan will remain on low until the engine warms up.
The fan will engage immediately if the Defrost
mode is selected, or by changing the front blower
knob setting.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front
ATC display will be turned off when the system is
being used in the manual mode.
CLIMATE VOICE COMMANDS
Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep
everyone comfortable while you keep moving
ahead.
Push the VR button on the steering wheel. After the
beep,

say one of the following commands:
“Set the driver temperature to 70 degrees ”
“Set the passenger temperature to 70 degrees ”
Did You Know:
V oi
ce

Command for Climate may
only be used to adjust the interior temperature of
your vehicle. Voice Command will not adjust the
heated seats or steering wheel if equipped.
OPERATING TIPS
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with
a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper
corrosion protection and to protect against engine
overheating. OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster
performance, make sure the engine cooling
system is functioning properly and the proper
amount, type, and concentration of coolant is
used. Use of the Air Recirculation mode during
Winter months is not recommended, because it
may cause window fogging.
Vacation/Storage
For information on maintaining the Climate Control
system when the vehicle is being stored for an
extended period of time, see Ú page 338.
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild,
rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and increase
the front blower speed. Do not use the
Recirculation mode without A/C for long periods,
as fogging may occur.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of
the windshield, is free of obstructions, such as
2

64 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
2. Instrument Cluster Display
The instrument cluster display features a
driver interactive display Ú page 64.
3. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
4. T emperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within the
normal range indicates that the engine
cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge will likely indicate a higher
temperature when driving in hot weather or
up mountain grades. It should not be
allowed to exceed the upper limits of the
normal operating range. 5. Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position.
 The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel
d oor
is

located.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle is equipped with an instrument cluster
display, which offers useful information to the
driver. With the ignition in the OFF position,
opening/closing of a door will activate the display
for viewing, and display the total miles, or
kilometers, in the odometer. Your instrument
cluster display is designed to display important
information about your vehicle’s systems and
features. Using a driver interactive display located on the instrument panel, your instrument cluster
display can show you how systems are working and
give you warnings when they aren’t. The steering
wheel mounted controls allow you to scroll through
and enter the main menus and submenus. You can
access the specific information you want and
make selections and adjustments.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
L
OCATION AND CONTROLS
The instrument cluster display features a driver
interactive display that is located in the instrument
cluster.

Instrument Cluster Display Location

WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized
dealer for service if your vehicle overheats.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the
vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until
the pointer drops back into the normal range. If
the pointer remains on the “H”, turn the engine
off immediately and call an authorized dealer for
service.
1 — Instrument Cluster Display Locations
2 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 71
Door Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when a door
is ajar/open and not fully closed. The
light
will show which doors are currently
ajar/open.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime .
Electric Power Steering Fault Warning
Light
This warning light will turn on when
there's a fault with the Electric Power
Steeri
ng (EPS) system Ú page 93.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This light informs you of a problem with
the ETC system. If a problem is detected
w
hi
l e

the vehicle is running, the light will
either stay on or flash depending on the
nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition when the
vehicle is safely and completely stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK position. The
light should turn off. If the light remains on with the
vehicle running, your vehicle will usually be
drivable; however, see an authorized dealer for
service as soon as possible.
NOTE:
This light may turn on if the accelerator and brake
pedal s
are pressed at the same time.
If the light continues to flash when the vehicle is
runnin
g, immediate service is required and you
may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come on
when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN or ACC/
ON/RUN position and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come on during starting,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Light
This warning light will illuminate to warn
of an overheated engine condition. If the
e n g
in
e
coolant temperature is too high,
this light will illuminate and a single
chime will sound.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over
and st
op the vehicle. If the Air Conditioning (A/C)
system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission
into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service

Ú page 281.
Hood Open Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate when the
hood is left open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime .
Liftgate Open Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when the
liftgate is left open and not fully closed.
NOTE:
If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single
chime .
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate low engine oil pressure. If the
light
turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle, shut off the engine as soon as
possible, and contact an authorized dealer. A
chime will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is
correc t

ed. This light does not indicate how much oil
is in the engine. The engine oil level must be
checked under the hood.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could
pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service
should be obtained as soon as possible.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 75
Towing Hook Breakdown Warning Light —
If Equipped
This light illuminates when there is a
failure with the tow hook. Contact an
a ut
h or
i
zed dealer for service.
Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that the transmission
fluid temperature is running hot. This
may occ
ur with severe usage, such as
trailer towing. If this light turns on, safely
pull over and stop the vehicle. Then, shift the
transmission into PARK and run the engine at idle
or slightly higher until the light turns off.
4WD Over Temperature Warning Light
The icon will appear on the instrument
panel display to indicate overheating of
t h e
4
W
D system. The mode selected by
the user will be applied as soon as the
system exits the overheating condition.
YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHTS
4WD Low Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle
is in the 4WD Low mode. The front and
rear d
riveshafts are mechanically locked
together forcing the front and rear
wheels to rotate at the same speed. Low range provides a greater gear reduction ratio to provide
increased torque at the wheels
Ú page 90.
4WD Lock Indicator Light
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle
is in the four-wheel drive LOCK mode.
The f r
ont and rear driveshafts are
mechanically locked together, forcing the
front and rear wheels to rotate at the same speed
Ú page 90.
Dusk Sensor Malfunction Indicator Light
This symbol lights up (together with a
dedicated message on display) when a
dusk s
ensor malfunction is detected
Ú page 38.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will indicate when the
ESC system is Active. The ESC Indicator
Light
in the instrument cluster will come
on when the ignition is placed in the ON/
RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position, and when ESC is
activated. It should go out with the engine running.
If the ESC Indicator Light comes on continuously
with the engine running, a malfunction has been
detected in the ESC system. If this warning light
remains on after several ignition cycles, and the
vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers)
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures
and warning have been established for the tire
size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable sys -
tem operation or sensor damage may result
w hen u

sing replacement equipment that is not
of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket
wheels can cause sensor damage. Using after -
market tire sealants may cause the Tire Pres -
sure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to
b ecome

inoperable. After using an aftermarket
tire sealant it is recommended that you take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your
sensor function checked.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is
illuminated you could cause the fluid to boil over,
come in contact with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission
Temperature Warning Light illuminated will
eventually cause severe transmission damage
or transmission failure.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 89
these conditions, using a lower gear will improve
performance and extend transmission life by
reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup.
If the transmission temperature exceeds normal
operat i

ng limits, the transmission controller may
modify the transmission shift schedule, reduce
engine torque, and/or expand the range of torque
converter clutch engagement. This is done to
prevent transmission damage due to overheating.
If the transmission becomes extremely hot, the
Trans m

ission Temperature Warning Light may
illuminate and the transmission may operate
differently until the transmission cools down.
During cold temperatures, transmission operation
may be
modified depending on engine and
transmission temperature as well as vehicle
speed. This feature improves warm up time of the
engine and transmission to achieve maximum
efficiency. Engagement of the torque converter
clutch, and shifts into EIGHTH or NINTH gear, are
inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm.
Normal operation will resume once the
transmission temperature has risen to a suitable
level.
AutoStick
AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission
f eatu r

e providing manual shift control, giving you
more control of the vehicle. AutoStick allows you to
maximize engine braking, eliminate undesirable
upshifts and downshifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This system can also provide
you with more control during passing, city driving,
cold slippery conditions, mountain driving, trailer
towing and many other situations.
Operation
When the gear selector is in the AutoStick position
(besi
d

e the DRIVE position), it can be moved
forward and rearward. This allows the driver to
manually select the transmission gear being used.
Moving the gear selector forward (-) triggers a
downshift, and rearward (+) an upshift. The current
gear is displayed in the instrument cluster.
NOTE:
In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only shift
up or d
own when the driver moves the gear
selector rearward (+) or forward (-), except as
described below:
The transmission will automatically upshift
when necessary to prevent engine overspeed.
The transmission will automatically downshift
as the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging)
and will display the current gear.
The transmission will automatically downshift to
FIRST or SECOND gear (depending on model)
when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver
should manually upshift (+) the transmission as
the vehicle is accelerated.
You can start out (from a stop) in FIRST or
SECOND gear. Starting out in SECOND gear can
be helpful in snow or icy conditions. Tap the gear
selector forward or rearward to select the
desired gear after the vehicle is brought to a
stop.
If a requested downshift would cause the
engine to overspeed, that shift will not occur.
The system will ignore attempts to upshift at too
low of a vehicle speed.
Avoid using Cruise Control when AutoStick is
engaged because the transmission will not shift
automatically.
Transmission shifting will be more noticeable
when AutoStick is enabled.
The system may revert to automatic shift mode
if a fault or overheat condition is detected.
To disengage AutoStick mode, return the gear
select
or to the DRIVE position. You can shift in or
out of the AutoStick position at any time without
taking your foot off the accelerator pedal.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine braking
on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could
lose their grip and the vehicle could skid,
causing a collision or personal injury.
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100 STARTING AND OPERATING
To Resume
If there is a set speed in memory, push the RES
(resume) button and remove your foot from the
accelerator pedal. The instrument cluster display
will show the last set speed.
ACC or Fixed Speed Cruise Control can only be
resume

d at speeds above 20 mph (32 km/h).
NOTE:
ACC cannot be resumed if there is a stationary
vehic l
e in front of your vehicle in close proximity.
To Vary The Speed Setting
To Increase Or Decrease The Set Speed
After setting a speed, you can increase the set
sp e
ed


by pushing the SET (+) button, or decrease
speed by pushing the SET (-) button. U.S. Speed (mph)
Pushing the SET (+)
, or SET (-) button once will
result in a 1 mph speed adjustment. Each
subse q
uent tap of the button results in an
adjustment of 1 mph.
If the button is continually pushed, the set
speed will continue to adjust in 5 mph incre-
ments until the button is released. The new set
s peed

is reflected in the instrument cluster
display.
Metric Speed (km/h)
Pushing the SET (+) , or SET (-) button once will
result in a 1 km/h speed adjustment. Each
subse q
uent tap of the button results in an
adjustment of 1 km/h.
If the button is continually pushed, the set
speed will continue to adjust in 10 km/h incre-
ments until the button is released. The new set
s peed

is reflected in the instrument cluster
display.
NOTE:
When you override and push the SET (+) bu t ton or
SET (-) button, the new set speed will be the current
speed of the vehicle. When ACC Is Active:
When you use the SET
(-) button to decelerate, if
the engine’s braking power does not slow the
vehicle sufficiently to reach the set speed, the
brake system will automatically slow the
vehicle.
The ACC system maintains set speed when
driving uphill and downhill. However, a slight
speed change on moderate hills is normal. In
addition, downshifting may occur while climbing
uphill or descending downhill. This is normal
operation and necessary to maintain set speed.
When driving uphill and downhill, the ACC
system will cancel if the braking temperature
exceeds normal range (overheated).
Setting The Following Distance In ACC
The specified following distance for ACC can be set
by varying the distance setting between four bars
(longest), three bars (long), two bars (medium) and
one bar (short). Using this distance setting and the
vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets the
distance to the vehicle ahead. This distance
setting will show in the instrument cluster display.
WARNING!
The Resume function should only be used if
traffic and road conditions permit. Resuming a
set speed that is too high or too low for
prevailing traffic and road conditions could
cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate too
sharply for safe operation. Failure to follow these
warnings can result in a collision and death or
serious personal injury.