trailer JEEP RENEGADE 2015 1.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FCA US LLC...... 2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT.............. 6INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.......... 8
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10REMOTE START............... 12VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM....... 13KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™......... 14SEAT BELT SYSTEMS........... 17SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS) — AIR BAGS............ 18CHILD RESTRAINTS............ 21HEAD RESTRAINTS............. 25SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27REAR SEATS................ 30HEATED STEERING WHEEL........ 32TILT/TELESCOPING STEERINGCOLUMN................... 33
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-INRECOMMENDATIONS........... 34EXTERIOR LIGHTS............. 34WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER...... 37ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL..... 40MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS...... 43AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS(ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)...... 45BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM).... 47FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)WITH MITIGATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51LANESENSE................. 55PA R K S E N S E®REAR PARK ASSIST . . . 58PARKVIEW®REAR BACK UP CAMERA.. 62RETRACTABLE ROOF (MY SKY)..... 63
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM . . . 72IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO........ 74Uconnect®ACCESS............. 75Uconnect®3.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Uconnect®5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Uconnect®6.5AN . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106Uconnect®PHONE............ 128STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS.. 138ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATIONCENTER (EVIC) AND DRIVER INFORMATIONDISPLAY (DID)............... 138PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES...... 146POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED . . 146POWER OUTLET.............. 147
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE — JEEP ACTIVEDRIVE (4WD) AND JEEP ACTIVE DRIVE LOW(4WD LOW)................. 150
SELEC-TERRAIN™............ 152
UTILITY
CARGO AREA FEATURES........ 153TRAILER TOWING............ 153RECREATIONAL TOWING........ 154
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE......... 156INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNINGLIGHTS................... 156INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORLIGHTS................... 161IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS..... 164TIRE SERVICE KIT STORAGE...... 165JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING.... 168JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURES.... 174FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE...... 176EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS....... 177SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE........ 178TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.... 179
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD . . . 181ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4LTURBO................... 182ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L . . . 184FLUID CAPACITIES............ 186FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINEPA RT S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8 6MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES..... 187MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE....... 187FUSES.................... 194ADDING FUEL............... 199TIRE PRESSURES............. 200SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED..... 201WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE . . . 202BULB REPLACEMENT.......... 203
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
FCA US LLC CUSTOMER CENTER . . . 204CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMERCENTER.................. 204ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARINGIMPAIRED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204PUBLICATIONS ORDERING....... 204REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THEUNITED STATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BYMOPAR®.................. 206
FAQ ’ s
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . 207
INDEX.................. 208
TABLE OF CONTENTS

NOTE:
• The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about rapidly approaching vehicles that
are outside the detection zones.
• The BSM system detection zone DOES NOT change if your vehicle is towing a
trailer. Therefore, visually verify the adjacent lane is clear for both your vehicle and
trailer before making a lane change. If the trailer or other object (i.e., bicycle,
sports equipment) extends beyond the side of your vehicle, this may result in the
BSM warning light remaining illuminated the entire time the vehicle is in a forward
gear. It may be necessary to deactivate BSM system manually by related menu to
avoid a miss-detection.
The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are located must remain free of
snow, ice, and dirt/road contamination so that the BSM system can function properly.
Do not block the radar sensors located on the rear fascia with foreign objects (bumper
stickers, bicycle racks, etc.).
The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the detection zones by illuminating
the BSM warning light located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding an
audible (chime) alert and reducing the radio volume.
The BSM system monitors the detection zone from three different entry points (side,
rear, front) while driving to see if an alert is necessary. The BSM system will issue an
alert during these types of zone entries.
Entering From The Side
Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either side of the vehicle.
Entering From The Rear
Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on either side and enter the rear
detection zone with a relative speed of less than 31 mph (50 km/h).
Overtaking Traffic
If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative speed less than 15 mph (25 km/h)
and the vehicle remains in the blind spot for approximately 1.5 seconds, the warning
light will be illuminated. If the difference in speed between the two vehicles is
greater than 15 mph (25 km/h), the warning light will not illuminate.
The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert on stationary objects such as
guardrails, posts, walls, foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system may
alert on such objects. This is normal operation and your vehicle does not require
service.
The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are traveling in the opposite
direction of the vehicle in adjacent lanes.
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If it’s necessary to keep the trailer hitch and hitch ball assembly mounted for a long
period, it is possible to filter out the trailer hitch and hitch ball assembly presence in
sensor field of view. The filtering operation must be performed only by an authorized
dealer.
PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA
The ParkView®Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of
your vehicle's rear surroundings when the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image
will be displayed on the touchscreen display along with a note to “check entire
surroundings” across the top of the screen. After five seconds this note will
disappear. The ParkView®camera is located above the rear license plate.
When the vehicle is shifted out of RE-
VERSE (with camera delay turned OFF),
the rear camera mode is exited and the
navigation or audio screen appears again.
When the vehicle is shifted out of RE-
VERSE (with camera delay turned ON),
the camera image will continue to be
displayed for up to 10 seconds after
shifting out of REVERSE unless the ve-
hicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h),
the vehicle is shifted into PARK or the
ignition is switched to the STOP/OFF po-
sition.
A touchscreen button to disable the camera is available when the vehicle is not in
REVERSE. Display of the camera image after shifting out of REVERSE can be
disabled via Uconnect®Settings.
When enabled, active guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width of
the vehicle and its projected backup path based on the steering wheel position.
When enabled, fixed guide lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the width of
the vehicle.
Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle.
The following table shows the approximate distances for each zone:
ZoneDistance to the rear of the vehicle
Red0-1ft(0-30cm)
Yellow1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m)
Green3 ft or greater (1 m or greater)
NOTE:
If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds up on the camera lens, clean
the lens, rinse with water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens.
Parking Camera
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo Load Floor
The vehicle is equipped with a load floor that can be adjusted as needed.
Position 1 (Floor Flush):
This position allows you to make the load floor flat for ease 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 is folded flat, it will allow for
loading objects of long dimensions. It is recommended to use this position only
during the actual transporting of the objects.
Table Tilt Load
In addition to the two positions described above, 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 supports 1 and 2 on the sides of the
cargo area.
The load floor provides securing of any cargo inside this position, so that the cargo
will slide in the case of sudden braking.
TRAILER TOWING
Tr a i l e r To w i n g W e i g h t s ( M a x i m u m Tr a i l e r W e i g h t R a t i n g s )
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your
given drivetrain.
1.4L Turbo Engine
Trailer towing is not recommended.
EngineMax. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note)
2.4L2,000 lbs (900 kg)200 lbs (90 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of oc-cupants and cargo and should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and LoadingInformation placard. Refer to “Tire Safety Information” in “Starting And Operating” for fur-ther information.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD)FOUR-WHEELDRIVE (4WD)
TOWING CONDI-TIONWHEELS OFFTHE GROUNDAUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONMANUALTRANSMISSION
MANUAL/AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Dolly TowREAR NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
FRONTOKOK NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD OK
NOTE:
When recreationally towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provin-
cial laws. Contact state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details.
Recreational Towing
Models With Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels are OFF the ground. This may
be accomplished using a tow dolly (front wheels off the ground) or vehicle trailer (all
four wheels off the ground). If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.
• Apply the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB). Place the transmission in PARK.
• Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
• Release the EPB.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If this vehicle
requires towing, make sure the drive wheels are OFF the ground.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe
transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Models With Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground, or using a towing dolly) is
NOT ALLOWED. This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all
four wheels are OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on the ground can cause severe
transmission and/or power transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing is
not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on and a warning chime sounds while driving, safely pull over and
stop the vehicle. If the 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.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur.
Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by
steam or boiling coolant.
-Transmission Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might
occur with severe usage such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, stop the vehicle
and run the engine at idle, with the transmission in NEUTRAL, until the light turns
off. Once the light turns off, you may continue to drive normally.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Temperature Warning Light illuminated
will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
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.
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to MAR/RUN, this light will turn on if the
driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, and a chime will sound. When driving, if the driver’s
seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will illuminate, and the
chime will sound.
Please have your vehicle serviced immediately should the Seat Belt Reminder Light
remain on.
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E85 FLEXIBLE FUEL — 2.4L ENGINE ONLY
Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on
E-85.
Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual TransmissionWe recommend you use MOPAR®C SeriesManual & Dual Dry Clutch TransmissionFluid.
Automatic TransmissionUse only MOPAR®ZF 8&9 Speed ATF™Automatic Transmission Fluid, or equiva-lent. Failure to use the correct fluid mayaffect the function or performance of yourtransmission.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) – If Equipped We recommended you use of synthetic lu-bricant SAE 75W-90 API GL5
Rear Differential (RDM) – If Equipped We recommended you use of synthetic lu-bricant SAE 75W-90 API GL5
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR®DOT 4. IfDOT 4 brake fluid is not available, thenDOT 3 is acceptable.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or
applicable supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
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Mileage or time passed(whichever comes first)
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Years 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers
16,000
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Replace spark plugs (1.4L Turbo en-gine). (**)
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Replace spark plugs (2.4L engine). (**)
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Change the manual transmission fluidif using your vehicle for any of thefollowing: trailer towing, heavy load-ing, taxi, police, delivery service(commercial service), off-road, desertoperation or more than 50% of yourdriving is at sustained speeds duringhot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
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Flush and replace the engine coolantat 10 years or 150,000 miles(240,000 km) whichever comes first.
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Replace the timing belt (1.4L TurboEngine).
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○Recommend replacement.• Mandatory service(#) The air cleaner cartridge must be changed every 15,000 miles if used in dusty areas.
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Rear Cargo Fuse/Relay Distribution Unit
To access the fuses, remove the access door from the left rear panel of the rear cargo
area.
The fuses are contained in two units. Fuse holder no. 1 is located closest to the rear
of the vehicle and fuse holder no. 2 is located closest to the front of the vehicle.
Fuse holders no. 1
CavityMini Fuse Description
F220 Amp Yellow Audio System
F320 Amp Yellow MY SKY
F47.5 Amp Brown Lumbar Adjustment FrontSeat (driver side)
F530 Amp Green Power Seat (driver side)
F67.5 Amp Brown Power Seat (driver side andpassenger side)
F730 Amp Green Lumbar Adjustment FrontSeats (driver side and pas-senger side)
F820 Amp Yellow Heating Front Seats
On the controller there is also a 20 amp fuse for the sun visor of the retractable roof.
Fuse holders no. 2
CavityMini Fuse Description
F110 Amp Red Controller Exterior LightingOn Trailer
F515 Amp Blue Controller Exterior LightingLights (drivers side)
F615 Amp Blue Controller Exterior LightingLights (passenger side)
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