The parking lights are controlled by the left-hand headlight control dial on the steering column. To activate them, rotate the dial to the parking-light position (the second stop from Off); they illuminate the exterior marker lamps without turning on the full headlights.
In the 2015 Renegade, this is a dedicated setting on the headlight switch. If your model has Auto headlights, the system may adjust based on ambient light, but selecting the parking-light position ensures the lights stay on when parked or in low visibility conditions.
Where to locate the control
Look for a round rotary switch on the left side of the steering column or dash near the steering wheel. This is the headlight control used to switch between Off, Parking Lights, and Headlights. Rotate it to the Parking Lights position to activate them.
How to operate
Before listing steps, here's how to engage parking lights on a typical 2015 Renegade:
- With the ignition in Run or Accessory, grip the headlight control dial.
- Turn the dial to the parking-light position (the second setting from Off).
- Check that exterior marker lights and any dash indicators suggest the parking lights are active.
To turn them off or switch to full headlights, return the dial to Off or rotate further to Headlights, respectively.
Additional notes
If the parking lights do not come on, ensure the switch is fully in the parking-light position, the ignition is in the proper mode, and check that exterior lighting fuses and bulbs are functional. Some trims may display a PARKING or lamp icon on the dash when active.
Summary
The 2015 Jeep Renegade handles parking lights via a dedicated parking-light setting on the left-hand headlight control dial. Rotate to the parking-light position to activate the marker lamps without engaging full headlights; return to Off or Headlights as needed. If you have trouble, consult the owner’s manual or a dealer for fuse or bulb checks.