Jeep 2020 RENEGADE, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE:
A certain amount of noise from the transmis -
sion is normal. This noise can be most notice -
able when the vehicle is idling in NEUTRAL with
the clutch engaged (clutch pedal released), but
it may also be heard when driving. The noise
may also be more noticeable when the trans -
mission is warm. This noise is normal and is not
an indication of a problem with your clutch or
transmission.
Downshifting
Moving from a high gear down to a lower gear is
recommended to preserve brakes when driving
down steep hills. In addition, downshifting at
the right time provides better acceleration when
you desire to resume speed. Downshift
progressively. Do not skip gears to avoid
overspeeding the engine and clutch.
Maximum Recommended Downshift Speeds
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine brak -
ing on a slippery surface. The drive wheels
could lose their grip, and the vehicle could
skid.
CAUTION!

Skipping gears and downshifting into lower
gears at higher vehicle speeds can damage
the engine and clutch systems, Any attempt
to shift into lower gear with clutch pedal
depressed may result damage to the clutch
system. Shifting into lower gear and
releasing the clutch may result in engine
damage.

When descending a hill, be very careful to
downshift one gear at a time to prevent
overspeeding the engine which can cause
engine damage, and/or clutch damage,
even if the clutch pedal is pressed. If
transfer case is in low range the vehicle
speeds to cause engine and clutch damage
are significantly lower.

Failure to follow the maximum recom -
mended downshifting speeds may cause
the engine damage and/or damage the
clutch, even if the clutch pedal is pressed.

Descending a hill in low range with clutch
pedal depressed could result in clutch
damage.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow the maximum recommended
downshifting speeds may cause the engine to
overspeed and/or damage the clutch disc,
even if the clutch pedal is pressed.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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