JEEP RENEGADE 2016 1.G Owners Manual

MAINTAINING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS.............522
REPLACEMENT PARTS..................523
DEALER SERVICE......................523
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.............524
▫Maintenance Chart.....................526
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO
ENGINE.............................533
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L ENGINE. . . .534MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........535
▫Engine Oil..........................535
▫Engine Oil Filter......................538
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................539
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............539
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............540
▫Body Lubrication.....................542
▫Wiper Blades........................542
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▫Adding Washer Fluid..................545
▫Exhaust System......................545
▫Cooling System......................547
▫Brake System........................553
▫Manual Transmission — If Equipped.......555
▫Automatic Transmission — If Equipped.....556
▫Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion...........................558
LIFTING A VEHICLE...................565
TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION.............567
▫Tire Markings........................567
▫Tire Identification Number (TIN)...........570
▫Tire Terminology And Definitions..........572▫Tire Loading And Tire Pressure...........573
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION........578
▫Tire Pressure........................578
▫Tire Inflation Pressures.................580
▫Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation. . . .581
▫Radial Ply Tires......................582
▫Tire Types...........................582
▫Run Flat Tires — If Equipped.............584
▫Spare Tires — If Equipped...............585
▫Tire Spinning........................585
▫Tread Wear Indicators..................586
▫Life Of Tire.........................586
▫Replacement Tires.....................587
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TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES).......589
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS.....590STORING THE VEHICLE.................592
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EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.Your vehicle has a simple ignition actuated test, which
you can use prior to going to the test station. To check if
your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready, you must do the
following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, but do
not crank or start the engine.
NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON
position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) symbol come on as part of a normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will
happen:
•The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isnot readyand you should
notproceed to the I/M station.
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•The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off
position or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system isreadyand you can proceed
to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system isnow ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine parts for normal/scheduled maintenance
and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the de-
signed performance. Damage or failures caused by the
use of parts which are not quality-equivalent to genuine
parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by
the manufacturer ’s warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-
nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service
operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are
available which include detailed service information for
your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before
attempting any procedure yourself.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems may void your warranty and could result in civil
penalties being assessed against you.
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WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you
have any doubt about your ability to perform a service
job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
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 indi-
cator 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 influencewhen 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).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)/Driver Information Display
(DID)” in “Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), one year or 350
hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The 350
hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
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Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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.Required Maintenance Intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
Change oil and filter.
Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses.
Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
Check and adjust hand brake.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect engine air filter if using in dusty or off-road
conditions.
Refer to the “Maintenance Chart” on the following page
for the required maintenance intervals.
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Maintenance Chart
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
Years123456789101112131415
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
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pres-
sure, if necessary, check TIREKIT expira-
tion date (if provided).•••••••••••••••
Check operation of lighting system (head-
lamps, direction indicators, hazard warn-
ing lights, luggage compartment, passen-
ger compartment, glove compartment,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.).•••••••••••••••
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid lev-
els (brakes/hydraulic clutch, windshield
washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.).•••••••••••••••
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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
Years123456789101112131415
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
Check engine control system operation
(via diagnostic tool).•••••••••••••••
Visually inspect condition of: exterior
bodywork, underbody protection, pipes
and hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes), rubber elements
(boots, sleeves, bushings, etc.).•••••••
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade
position/wear.••••••••
Check operation of windshield washer
system and adjust jets if necessary.••••••••
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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
Years123456789101112131415
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
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate
locks and cleanliness and lubrication of
linkages.••••••••
Visually check the condition and wear of
the front and rear brakes.•••••••••••••••
Check the front suspension, tie rods,
CV joints and replace if necessary.•••••••
Visual inspect the condition of the
accessory drive belt.•••
Check the tension of the accessory drive
belt.•••••••
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