2018 Jeep Renegade Owner’s Manual

The 2018 Jeep Renegade is a unique compact SUV that has the bold spirit of the Jeep brand while still being small enough to drive in cities. With its rugged design, available all-wheel drive, and extra off-road packages, it’s easy to get from the city to the wilderness. The Renegade has two engines to choose from: a fuel-efficient turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a more powerful 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine. This gives you options for different driving situations. Inside, it has easy-to-use technology and a lot of room for cargo, which makes it a good choice for people who want versatility and the Jeep look and feel in a small package.

KEYS

Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The ignition system consists of a key fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and a START/STOP push button ignition system. The Remote Keyless Entry system consists of a key fob and Keyless Enter-N-Go feature if equipped.
NOTE: The key fob may not be found if it is located next to a mobile phone, laptop or other electronic device; these devices may block the key fob’s wireless signal.

Key Fob With Remote Control
The key fob with Remote Control contains a Remote Keyless Entry feature. The Remote Keyless Entry system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate or activate the Panic Alarm from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) using a handheld key fob. The key fob does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system.

Key Fob Emergency Key Release

1. Emergency Key Release Button
2. Emergency Key

To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
Push the interior door unlock button on the door panel. 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 doors and the liftgate. All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first push of the unlock button. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-media” for further information.
NOTE: If the vehicle is unlocked by key fob, and no door is opened within 60 seconds, the vehicle will re-lock and if equipped, the security alarm will arm. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will be activated.

1st Push Of Key Fob Unlock Button
This feature lets you program the system to unlock either the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the unlock button on the key fob. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Doors” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further information.

To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
Push and release the lock button on the key fob to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” located in “Multimedia” for further programmable information. If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry” located in “Doors” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further information.

Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
If one or more doors are open, or the liftgate is open, the doors will lock. The doors will unlock again automatically if the key is left inside the passenger compartment, the doors will stay locked.

Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control
The recommended replacement battery is one CR2032 battery.
NOTE

• 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 by sliding the mechanical latch on the back of the key fob sideways with your thumb and pull the emergency key out with your other hand.
2. Separate the key fob halves using the tip of the emergency key, a #2 flat blade screwdriver, or a coin and gently pry the two halves of the key fob apart. Make sure not to damage the seal during removal.
3. Remove the battery by turning the back cover over (battery facing downward) and tapping it lightly on a solid surface such as a table or similar 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 deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with rubbing alcohol.
4. To assemble the key fob case, snap the two halves together.

Programming Additional Key Fobs
Programming the key fob may be performed by an authorized dealer.
Request For Additional Key Fobs
NOTE: 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.
WARNING

• Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• Always remember to place the ignition in the OFF mode.

Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an authorized dealer. This procedure consists of programming a blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob 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.

General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
   NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IGNITION SWITCH

Models With Keyless Enter-N-Go — Passive Entry
This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The push-button ignition has three operating positions. The three positions are OFF, ON, and RUN.
NOTE: If the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a backup 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 ENGINE START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition switch.

START/STOP Ignition Button
The push button ignition can be placed in the following positions:
OFF

• The engine is stopped.
• No electrical devices are available

ON

• The vehicle is not running.
• Some electrical devices are available

RUN

• Driving position.
• All the electrical devices are available.
  NOTE: The vehicle will not start if the key fob is located inside the cargo area and the liftgate is opened.

WARNING

•  When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
• 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 several reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or gear selector.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for several reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or gear selector.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION: An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. Always remove the key fob from the vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

FAQ’s