JEEP COMMANDER 2010 1.G Owners Manual

NOTE:If not equipped with crossbars, your authorized
dealer can order and install MOPAR crossbars built
specifically for this roof rack system.
Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
The optional crossbars must be installed using the correct
orientation (the longer crossbar toward the front) with
the raised edge (wind trip) toward the front of the
vehicle.
1 — Front of Vehicle 3 — Thumb Screws
2 — Raised Edge (Wind Trip)
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The optional crossbars must also be secured in one of the
five detent positions marked with an arrow on the
siderails to prevent movement. To move the crossbars,
loosen the thumb screws located at the upper edge of
each crossbar approximately eight turns, then move the
crossbar to the desired position, keeping the crossbars
parallel to the rack frame. Once the crossbar is in one of
the five detent positions, retighten the thumb screws to
lock the crossbar into position.
NOTE:
•To help control wind noise when the crossbars are not
in use, place the front crossbar in the first detent from
the front of the vehicle and the rear crossbar in the
second detent from the rear of the vehicle.
•If the rear crossbar (or any metallic object) is placed
over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you may
experience interruption of satellite radio reception. For
improved satellite radio reception, place the rear cross-
bar in the second detent from the rear of the vehicle
when not in use.
•The grab handles on the back of the vehicle (if
equipped) are not to be used as a towing feature.
CAUTION!
•To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO
NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without
crossbars installed. The load should be secured
and placed on top of the crossbars, not directly on
the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the
roof, place a blanket or some other protection
between the load and the roof surface.(Continued)
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of
150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as
evenly as possible and secure the load appropri-
ately.
•Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward lift to
a load. This is especially true on large flat loads
and may result in damage to the cargo or your
vehicle.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack
cautions when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 158
 Instrument Cluster .................... 159
 Instrument Cluster Description ............ 160
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 170
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 172
▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ....... 175
▫ Trip Functions ...................... 176
▫ Compass Display .................... 179 ▫
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... 181
▫ System Status ....................... 185
 Sales Code (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD
Radio – If Equipped .................... 186
▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) — If Equipped ............. 186
▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone
— If Equipped ...................... 186
▫ Clock Setting Procedure ............... 186
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Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)............... 189
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 189
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 192
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 194
▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 197
 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio ............................... 197
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 198
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 203
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 205
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 208▫
Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 208
 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)
— If Equipped ........................ 209
▫ Connecting The iPod ................. 210
▫ Using This Feature ................... 211
▫ Controlling The iPod Using Radio
Buttons ........................... 211
▫ Play Mode ......................... 211
▫ List Or Browse Mode ................. 213
 uconnect™ studios (Satellite Radio) — If
Equipped (REN/RER/RES Radios Only) ...... 215
▫ System Activation .................... 215
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID) ......... 215
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▫Selecting uconnect™ studios (Satellite)
Mode ............................. 216
▫ Satellite Antenna ..................... 216
▫ Reception Quality .................... 216
▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ studios
(Satellite) Mode ..................... 217
▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ phone
(If Equipped) ....................... 219
 uconnect™ studios (Sirius Backseat TV™)
— If Equipped ........................ 219
 Video Entertainment System™ (Sales Code
XRV) — If Equipped .................... 219
 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped 220 ▫
Radio Operation ..................... 221
▫ CD Player ......................... 222
 CD/DVD Maintenance ................. 222
 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ....... 223
 Climate Controls ...................... 223
▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
System — If Equipped ................. 223
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
— If Equipped ...................... 226
▫ Rear Climate Control — If Equipped ...... 233
▫ Operating Tips ...................... 235
▫ Operating Tips Chart ................. 237
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet5 — Upper Switch Bank9 — Lower Switch Bank
2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter10 — Climate Controls
3 — Radio 7 — Storage Bin11 — Ignition Switch
4 — Glove Compartment 8 — Power Outlet12 — Storage Bin
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
2. Brake Warning LightThis light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on, it may
indicate that the parking brake is applied, that
the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with
the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been
disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the
master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake
hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the
Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys-
tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the
condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during
each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac-
ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic
system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is
indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on
when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
NOTE:
The light may flash momentarily during sharp
cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi-
tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and
the brake fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces-
sary.
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