JEEP RENEGADE 2023 User Guide

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SYMBOLS KEY
If you do not read this entire Owner’s Manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Cautions and Warnings.
ROLLOVER WARNING
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles. This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of
gravity than many passenger vehicles. It is capable of performing better in a
wide variety of off-road applications. Driven in an unsafe manner, all vehicles
can go out of control. Because of the higher center of gravity, if this vehicle is
out of control it may roll over while some other vehicles may not.
Do not attempt sharp turns, abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe driving actions
that c

an cause loss of vehicle control. Failure to operate this vehicle safely may
result in a collision, rollover of the vehicle, and severe or fatal injury. Drive
carefully.

Rollover Warning Label

Failure to use the driver and passenger seat belts provided is a major cause of
sever e

or fatal injury. In fact, the US government notes that the universal use
of existing seat belts could cut the highway death toll by 10,000 or more each
year and could reduce disabling injuries by two million annually. In a rollover
crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person
wearing a seat belt. Always buckle up.
WARNING!
These statements are against operating
proced
u

res that could result in a collision, bodily
injury and/or death.
CAUTION! These statements are against procedures that
could r

esult in damage to your vehicle.
NOTE: A suggestion which will improve installation,
op
erat
i

on, and reliability. If not followed, may
result in damage.
TIP: General ideas/solutions/suggestions on easier
use of

the product or functionality.
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icular feature.
FOOTNOTE Supplementary and relevant information
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ning to the topic.
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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
Some car components have colored labels with symbols indicating
precautions to be observed when using this component. It is important to
follow all warnings when operating your vehicle. See below for the definition of
each symbol
Ú page 69.
NOTE:
Warning and Indicator lights are different based upon equipment options and
curre n
t vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not appear.
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its
roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious
injury or death.
Red Warning Lights
Air Bag Warning Light
Ú page 70
Brake Warning Light Ú page 70
Battery Charge Warning Light Ú page 70
Door Open Warning Light
Ú page 71
Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light Ú page 71
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light Ú page 71
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light Ú page 71
Hood Open Warning Light Ú page 71
Liftgate Open Warning Light Ú page 71
Oil Pressure Warning Light Ú page 71
Oil Pressure Sensor Failure Warning Light Ú page 72
Red Warning Lights

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Oil Temperature Warning Light
Ú page 72
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Ú page 72
Transmission Fault Warning Light Ú page 72
Yellow Warning Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
Ú page 72
Audio System Failure Light Ú page 72
Electronic Park Brake Warning Light Ú page 72
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off Indicator Light Ú page 72
Red Warning Lights
Icy Road Condition Indicator Light
Ú page 72
Low Fuel Warning Light Ú page 73
LaneSense Warning Light Ú page 73
Service LaneSense Warning Light Ú page 73
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL) Ú page 73
Service 4WD Warning Light Ú page 73
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Light Ú page 74
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light Ú page 74
Yellow Warning Lights
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
Ú page 74
Towing Hook Breakdown Warning Light Ú page 75
Transmission Temperature Warning Light Ú page 75
4WD Over Temperature Warning Light Ú page 75
Yellow Indicator Lights
4WD Low Indicator Light
Ú page 75
4WD Lock Indicator Light Ú page 75
Dusk Sensor Malfunction Indicator Light Ú page 75
Yellow Warning Lights
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active Warning Light
Ú page 75
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Warning Light Ú page 76
Fuel Cutoff Warning Light Ú page 76
Fuel Cutoff Failure Light Ú page 76
Immobilizer Fail / VPS Electrical Alarm Indicator Light Ú page 76
Green Indicator Lights
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
Ú page 76
Front Fog Indicator Light Ú page 76
Yellow Indicator Lights

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Hazard Warning Lights
Ú page 76
Parking/Headlight On Indicator Light Ú page 76
Sport Mode Indicator Light Ú page 76
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light Ú page 76
Turn Signal Indicator Lights Ú page 76
White Indicator Lights
Hill Descent Control (HDC) Indicator Light
Ú page 77
Idle Coasting Ú page 77
Green Indicator Lights
Light Sensor Failure
Ú page 77
Speed Warning Indicator Light Ú page 77
Blue Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Ú page 77
Gray Indicator Lights
Cruise Control Ready/Canceled Indicator Light
Ú page 77
White Indicator Lights
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS
KEY FOB
Your vehicle is equipped with a key fob which
supports Passive Entry, Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE), Keyless Enter ‘n Go™ (if equipped), Remote
Start (if equipped), and Panic button operation.
The key fob allows you to lock or unlock the doors
and liftgate from distances up to approximately
66
ft (20 m). The key fob does not need to be
pointed

at the vehicle to activate the system. The
key fob also contains an emergency key, which is
stored in the rear of the key fob.
NOTE:
The key fob’s wireless signal may be blocked if the
key f ob
is located next to a mobile phone, laptop,
or other electronic device. This may result in poor
performance.
Keyless Ignition Key Fob

NOTE:
In case the ignition switch does not change with
the p u
sh of a button, the key fob may have a low or
fully depleted battery. A low key fob battery can be
verified by referring to the instrument cluster,
which will display directions to follow Ú page 349.
To Unlock/Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the unlock button on the key fob
once to unlock the driver’s door, or twice within five
seconds to unlock all the doors and the liftgate. To
lock all the doors and the liftgate, push the lock
button once.
When the doors are unlocked, the turn signals will
flash

and the illuminated entry system will be
activated. When the doors are locked, the turn
signals will flash and the horn will chirp.
All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first
push of
the unlock button within Uconnect Settings
Ú page 133.
1 — Unlock
2 — Emergency Key
3 — Lock
4 — Remote Start
5 — PANIC

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Key Left Vehicle Feature — If Equipped
If a valid key fob is no longer detected inside the
vehicle while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the
ON/RUN or START position, the message “Key Fob
Has Left Vehicle” will be shown in the instrument
cluster display along with an interior chime. An
exterior audible and visual alert will also be
activated to warn the driver.
The vehicle’s horn will rapidly chirp three times
along

with a single flash of the vehicle’s exterior
lights.
NOTE:
The doors have to be open and then closed in
order for the vehicle to check for the presence of
a key fob; the Key Left Vehicle feature will not
activate until all of the doors are closed.
These alerts will not be activated in situations
where the vehicle’s engine is left running with
the key fob inside.
Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob
The replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
Customers are recommended to use a battery
obtained from Mopar®. Aftermarket coin
battery dimensions may not meet the original
OEM coin battery dimensions.
Perchlorate Material — special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate for further information.
Do not touch the battery terminals that are on
the back housing or the printed circuit board.

1. Remove the emergency key (2) by sliding the emerge
ncy key release (1) on the back of the
key fob and pulling the emergency key out
with your other hand.

Emergency Key Removal
2. Separate the key fob halves using a #2 flat
blad e

screwdriver or a coin, and gently pry the
two halves of the key fob apart. Make sure not
to damage the seal during removal.

Separating Case With A Coin
Key Fob Battery Replacement

1 — Emergency Key Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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3. Remove the back cover to access and replace
the battery. When replacing the battery, match
the (+) sign on the battery to the (+) sign on the
inside of the battery clip, located on the back
cover. Avoid touching the new battery with your
fingers. Skin oils may cause battery deterio -
ration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
r ubbi n

g alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halve
s together.
Programming And Requesting Additional
Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
Once a key fob is programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be repurposed and reprogrammed to
another vehicle.
Only key fobs that are programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start and
operate the vehicle. Once a key fob is
programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be
programmed to any other vehicle.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an
author i

zed dealer. This procedure consists of
programming a blank key fob to the vehicle
electronics. A blank key fob is one that has never
been programmed.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer system
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
Keys must be ordered to the correct key cut to
match the vehicle locks.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents
unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the
engine. The system does not need to be armed or
activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of
whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.
The system uses a key fob, keyless push button
ignit i

on and a Radio Frequency (RF) receiver to
prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore,
only key fobs that are programmed to the vehicle
can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The
system will shut the engine off in two seconds if an
incorrect key fob is used to start the engine.
After placing the ignition switch in the ON/RUN
positi on

, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for
three seconds for a bulb check. If the light remains
on after the bulb check, it indicates that there is a
problem with the electronics. In addition, if the light
begins to flash after the bulb check, it indicates
that someone used an invalid key fob to start the
engine. Either of these conditions will result in the
engine being shut off after two seconds.
WARNING!
The integrated key fob contains a coin cell
battery. Do not ingest the battery; there is a
chemical burn hazard. If the coin cell battery is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns
in just two hours and can lead to death.
If you think a battery may have been swal-
lowed or placed inside any part of the body,
seek i
mmediate medical attention.
Keep new and used batteries away from chil -
dren. If the battery compartment does not
close s
ecurely, stop using the product and
keep it away from children.
WARNING!
Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter ‘n
Go™ Ignition, always remember to place the
ignition in the OFF position.

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If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than
10 seconds), it indicates that there is a fault in the
electronics. Should this occur, have the vehicle
serviced as soon as possible by an authorized
dealer.
All of the key fobs provided with your new vehicle
have b

een programmed to the vehicle electronics.
NOTE:
A key fob that has not been programmed is also
consid e
red an invalid key Ú page 349.
IGNITION SWITCH
KEYLESS ENTER ‘N GO™ IGNITION
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition with the push of a button as long as the key
fob is in the passenger compartment.
The START/STOP ignition button has three
operat i

ng modes: OFF, ON, and RUN.
NOTE:
The vehicle will not start if the key fob is located
insid e
the cargo area and the liftgate is opened.

START/STOP Ignition Button

The push button ignition can be placed in the
follow i

ng positions:
OFF
The engine is stopped.
No electrical devices are available.
ON
The vehicle is not running.
Some electrical devices (central locking, alarm,
etc.) are still available. RUN
Driving mode.
All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate
controls, heated seats, etc.).
NOTE:
If the ignition state/mode does not change with the
push of
a button, the key fob may have a low or
depleted battery. In this situation, a back up
method can be used to operate the ignition switch.
Put the nose side (side opposite of the emergency
key) of the key fob against the START/STOP
ignition button and push to operate the ignition.

Starting The Ignition With Depleted Key Fob Battery
CAUTION!
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not
compatible with some aftermarket Remote Start
systems. Use of these systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and loss of security
protection.
WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
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For information on normal starting, see
Ú page 80.
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the
vehic l
e while still maintaining security.
The system has a range of approximately
328 ft (100 m).
Remote Start is used to defrost windows in cold
w eathe

r, and to reach a comfortable climate in all
ambient conditions before the driver enters the
vehicle.
NOTE:
Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may
reduc e
this range.
HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push and release the Remote Start button on the
key fob twice within five seconds. The vehicle
doors will lock, the parking lights will flash, and the
horn will chirp twice (if programmed). Then, the
engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15 minute cycle. Pushing
the R e

mote Start button a third time shuts the
engine off.
NOTE:
With Remote Start, the engine will only run for
15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low,
the vehicle will start and then shut down in
10 seconds.
The parking lights will turn on and remain on
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window and power sunroof
operation (if equipped) are disabled when the
vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ON/RUN posi -
tion before the Remote Start sequence can be
repea t
ed for a third cycle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended
is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child
or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Children should be warned not to touch the
parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,
or in a location accessible to children, and do
not leave the ignition in the ON or RUN posi -
tion. A child could operate power windows,
other c

ontrols, or move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup
may cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves.
Always remove key fob from the vehicle and lock
all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
WARNING!
WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains
Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless. Carbon Monoxide is poisonous and
can cause serious injury or death when
inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Operation
of the Remote Start system, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause serious
injury or death.