roof JEEP RENEGADE 2017 1.G Owners Manual

▫Courtesy Lights .........................56
▫ Internal Compartment Lights ...............60
▫ Cargo Area Lights .......................61
 WIPERS AND WASHERS ...................61
▫ Front Wiper Operation ....................62
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ..........62
▫ Rear Wiper Operation ....................64
▫ Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ......65
 CLIMATE CONTROLS .....................66
▫ Air Outlet And Diffuser Locations — Passenger
Compartment ..........................66
▫ Manual Climate Controls Overview ...........67
▫ Automatic Climate Control Overview .........72
▫ Operating Tips .........................80
 WINDOWS .............................83
▫ Power Window Controls ..................83
▫ Auto-Down Feature .....................84 ▫
Auto-Up Feature With Auto-Reverse Protection — If
Equipped .............................84
▫ Reset Auto-Up ..........................84
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................85
 MY SKY SUN ROOF — IF EQUIPPED .........85
▫ Removable Roof — If Equipped .............85
▫ Power My Sky — If Equipped ..............86
▫ Removing And Installing Panels .............87
▫ Bag For Housing Panels — If Equipped ........93
▫ Emergency Open/Close ...................95
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................96
 HOOD ................................96
▫ To Open The Hood ......................96
▫ To Close The Hood ......................98
 LIFTGATE .............................99
▫ Opening ..............................99
▫ Closing ............................ .101
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▫Cargo Area Features .....................102
 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ..................109
▫ Glove Compartment .....................109
▫ Sun Visors ...........................110
▫ Power Outlets .........................111
▫ Power Inverter — If Equipped .............113
▫ Cigar Lighter — If Equipped ...............114 ▫
Ashtray — If Equipped ...................115
▫ Front Armrest .........................116
▫ Cupholders ...........................117
▫ Handle Grip ..........................118
 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED ......118
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Vehicles With Retractable Roof
For vehicles equipped with a retractable roof, there are two
interior lights located above the grab handles of the rear
doors.The lights come on by opening any of the doors.
Dome Light Timing
The Dome Light will automatically illuminate when the
doors are unlocked, the doors are opened or after the doors
are closed.
Rear Interior Light
Interior Light Locations
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2. Push the window switch down firmly to open thewindow completely and continue to hold the switch
down for an additional two seconds after the window is
fully open.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows
down, or the sunroof in certain open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be mini-
mized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open,
open the front and rear windows together to minimize the
buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open,
adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or
open any window.
MY SKY SUN ROOF — IF EQUIPPED
Removable Roof — If Equipped
The roof consists of front and rear panels that can be
removed independently.
My Sky Retractable Roof
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On some vehicles the front panel can be power operated.
Refer to “Power My Sky” in this section.
CAUTION!
The panels are able to withstand the snow. However, it
is recommended that you remove excessive layers of
snow that have accumulated or damage to the panels
may occur.
Power My Sky — If Equipped
Open/Close The Front Panel
The power My Sky switches are located on the overhead
console. The switches are used to open and close the front
panel.
My Sky Retractable Roof Removed
Front Panel Operation Switch
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To retract the front panel to the open position, push the
open/close button.
From the fully open position, pull the open/close switch:
the front panel will close completely.
Venting The Front Panel
To vent the front panel push and release the vent switch.During the vent operation any push on the open/close
switch will stop the closing of the panel.
NOTE:
If the My Sky is in open position, the vent switch
must be held until the panel vents.
Auto-Reverse Feature
The front panel of the retractable roof is equipped with a
auto-reverse safety system that is able to detect the pres-
ence of an obstacle during the opening and closing motion
of the panel.
When this event occurs, the front panel stops and reverses
immediately.
NOTE: With both panels removed the retractable roof
cannot be opened or closed.Removing And Installing Panels
NOTE:
• Remove the panels only when the vehicle is stationary.
• The rear panel can be removed only when the front
panel is completely closed or removed.
Removing Panels
1. Front panel must be in the closed position to remove panels.
Operation Switch
1 — Front Panel Open/Close Switch
2 — Front Panel Vent Switch
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Bag For Housing Panels — If Equipped
After the panels have been removed, store the roof panels
inside of the bag located inside the storage compartment.
NOTE:It is recommended to do this procedure outside of
the vehicle. For proper housing, proceed as follows:
1. Open the Roof Panel Bag and lift the panel dividers
toward the outside.
Roof Panel Bag
Panel Dividers
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NOTE:
•Do not load objects that weigh over 165 pounds (75 kg)
on top of the Roof Panel Bag.
• The bag is washable. Refer to the documentation that is
supplied with the bag.
Emergency Open/Close
If the Power My Sky switch fails, the retractable roof can be
operated manually as follows:
1. Remove the protective cap located on the inner lining.
Tie-Down Hook Locations
Tie-Down Straps
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2. Remove the Allen Key or My Sky Key that is supplied inthe tool bag in the cargo area.
3. Insert the Allen Key or My Sky Key into the key hole and turn it clockwise to open the roof or counter-
clockwise to close.CAUTION!
•When refitting panels, be careful to avoid fingers,
scarves, ties and items of clothing from getting
caught under the panels themselves.
• Do not open the roof in the presence of snow or ice.
There is risk of damage.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows
down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or
partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and
can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, then open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
HOOD
To Open The Hood
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
Emergency Key And Key Hole
1 — Key Hole
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Handle Grip
The handle grip is located on the passenger side of the
instrument panel. The handle can be used to enter or exit
the vehicle or when traveling on rough terrain.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Roof Luggage Rack
for transporting accessories.
Crossbars should always be used whenever cargo is placed
on the Roof Luggage Rack. Check the straps frequently to
be sure that the load remains securely attached.
NOTE:Crossbars can be purchased at a authorized dealer
through Mopar parts. External racks do not increase the
total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the
total occupant and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the
load on the Roof Luggage Rack, do not exceed the maxi-
mum vehicle load capacity.
The load carried on the roof, when equipped with a
luggage rack, must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and it should
be uniformly distributed over the cargo area.
Do not use the retractable roof when using the crossbars.
Handle Grip
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