The 2018 Jeep Renegade 2.4L is a powerful, attractive, and surprisingly affordable car. To maintain it properly, you need to know your Jeep’s oil capacity and get the oil changed regularly.

Jeep is one of the most famous car manufacturers in the world—and Jeeps are known to be able to take a serious beating, whether during military operations or casual off-roading. Either way, you need to keep an eye on a Jeep’s oil level to get the best possible performance.

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2018 Jeep Renegade engine oil capacity

Before you

change the oil and filter

in your Jeep, it’s important to know how much oil you will need.

The 2018 Jeep Renegade 2.4 oil capacity is 5.5 quarts.

What kind of oil does a 2018 Jeep Renegade need?

The owner’s manual for a 2018 Jeep Renegade recommends that you use Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 5W-20. This is a fully synthetic motor oil, so you'll want to look for synthetic over conventional oil no matter what brand you buy.

While it’s usually a good idea to adhere strictly to the manufacturer’s guide, it’s actually okay to use other brands of motor oil in your Jeep. It’s the rating that matters most—so let’s quickly go over what 5W-20 means in simple terms.

In an oil rating, “W” stands for winter and the numbers describe how thick the oil gets at various temperatures. Low numbers mean that the oil stays very thin even when cold. For your Jeep, the 5W rating means that the oil stays pretty thin (but not as thin as a 0W oil) in cold operating temperatures.

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How often to change oil on a 2018 Jeep Renegade

Jeep recommends that you change your 2018 Renegade’s oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles as part of your

basic car maintenance schedule

. This is a slightly smaller interval than some other models, although fully synthetic oil helps reduce the time needed between changes.

Remember that, in addition to setting a calendar reminder for regular oil changes, you should also check your oil level regularly. Use the dipstick to check the level once a month when you fill up your gas tank.

Finally, you may need to change the oil sooner if you spot any signs of trouble. Here are a few key indicators that your Jeep needs an oil change ASAP:

Dark coloring (clean oil is light amber like thick tea, and dirty oil is dark)

Gritty texture

Awful sounds coming from the engine

Odd smells, especially anything smoky or burnt

Changes in your car’s performance

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How to change your oil and oil filter

You should change the oil filter every time you get an oil change. If you’re handy and you want to save some money, you can take care of this process all by yourself.

Before you begin, gather the necessary supplies: protective gear like glasses and gloves, a funnel, a 12mm socket, a new filter, new 5W-40 oil, a container for the old oil, and cloth rags to soak up the mess.

Open the hood of your car

and follow these basic steps for a DIY oil change on a 2018 Jeep Renegade:

Warm up the engine slightly.

Remove the oil cap and get the drain pan into position

Loosen the oil filter slightly and then loosen the drain plug

Allow the old oil to drain off into the container

Tighten the drain bolt and then remove the old filter

Install the new filter

Add new oil, pouring it through the funnel

Replace the oil cap and check for leaks

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary. Don't forget to check that the

oil pressure light

on your Renegade's dashboard has tuned off!

The last step in a DIY oil change is disposing of the old oil. Check to see if your city will accept used motor oil in a sealed container at a local waste or recycling center. Don’t just dump it in the street or in the garbage!

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