rear view mirror CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2008 1.G Owners Manual

MIRRORS
Inside Day / Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical adjustment of the mirror.Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Automatic Dimming Mirror Ð If Equipped
When using this feature the mirror will automatically
adjust for annoying headlight glare from vehicles behind
you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the
button at the base of the mirror. A light will illuminate to
indicate when this feature is on.
MANUAL REARVIEW MIRROR
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never
spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror.
Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the
mirror clean.
Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer Ð If
Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the
Rearview Mirror.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either
forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have
three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and
normal.
Outside Mirror Ð Driver's Side
Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of
traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.
Automatic Dimming Mirror
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Outside Mirror Ð Passenger's Side
Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to
the vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much wider
view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your
vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your right
side mirror could cause you to collide with another
vehicle or other object.
Use your inside mirror when judging the size or
distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror.
Power Remote-Control Mirrors
Use the mirror select switch, located on the driver's door
trim panel above the power window switches, to adjust
the view obtained in the outside mirrors.
Power Mirror Switches
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UConnectŸ allows you to transfer calls between the
system and your cellular phone as you enter or exit your
vehicle, and enables you to mute the system's micro-
phone for private conversation.
The UConnectŸ phonebook enables you to store up to 32
names and four numbers per name. Each language has a
separate 32-name phonebook accessible only in that
language. This system is driven through your Blue-
toothŸ Hands-Free profile cellular phone. UConnectŸ
features BluetoothŸ technology - the global standard
that enables different electronic devices to connect to
each other without wires or a docking station, so UCon-
nect works no matter where you stow your cellular
phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as
your phone is turned on and has been paired to the
vehicle's UConnectŸ system. The UConnectŸ system
allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system.
Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be usedwith the system at a time. The system is available in
English, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped).
The rearview mirror contains the microphone for the
system and the radio has the two control buttons that will
UConnectŸ Switches
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Tilt Mirrors in Reverse (Available with Memory
Seat Only) Ð If Equipped
This additional feature provides automatic outside mir-
ror positioning which will aid the driver's view of the
ground rearward of the front doors. The outside mirrors
will move slightly downward from the present position
when the vehicle is shifted into the Reverse position. The
outside mirrors will then return to the original position
when the vehicle is shifted out of Reverse position. Each
stored memory setting will have an associated Tilt Mir-
rors in Reverse position.
NOTE:The Tilt Mirrors in Reverse feature is not en-
abled when delivered from the factory. The Tilt Mirrors in
Reverse feature can be enabled or disabled through the
customer programmable features in the Electronic Ve-
hicle Information Center (EVIC), refer to ªTilt Mirrors in
Reverse?º under ªUse Factory Settingsº.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
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²The pedals can be adjusted while driving.
²The pedalscannotbe adjusted when the vehicle is in R
(Reverse) or when the Speed Control is ON. A message
will be displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to be ad-
justed when the system is locked out (ªAdjustable
Pedal Disabled Ð Cruise Control Engagedº or ªAd-
justable Pedal Disabled Ð Vehicle In Reverseº).
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with memory seat
feature, your remote keyless entry transmitter or memory
seat buttons on the driver's door panel can be used to
recall the adjustable pedals to saved positions.
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals
or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-
ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the
adjustable pedal's path.
REAR PARK SENSE SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
The Rear Park Assist System provides visual and audible
indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the
detected obstacle when backing up. When backing up the
driver should also use the inside rearview and outside
mirrors.
The Rear Park Assist System will remember the last
system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition
cycle when the ignition is changed to the RUN/ON
position.
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Rear Park Assist Warning Display
The Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in the
headliner near the liftgate glass, provides both visual and
audible warnings to indicate the distance between the
rear fascia and the detected obstacle.
When the ignition is changed to the RUN/ON position,
the warning display will turn ON all of its LEDs for
about 1 second. Each side of the warning display has 6
yellow and 2 red LEDs. The vehicle is close to the obstacle
when the red LED is ON.The driver can view the LEDs either through the rear
view mirror or by looking at the display above the rear
window.
The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow
LEDs when it is ON and detecting no obstacles. The
following chart shows the warning display operation
when the system is detecting an obstacle:
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YES EssentialstFabric Cleaning Procedure ± If
Equipped
YES Essentialstseats may be cleaned in the following
manner:
²Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
²Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
²For tough stains, apply MopartTotal Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
²For grease stains, apply MopartMulti-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
²Do not use any solvents or protectants on Yes Essen-
tialstproducts.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with Mopar Glass Cleaner or any commercial household-
type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window
equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter
window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch
the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
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Maintenance Free Battery.................. 382
Maintenance Procedures................... 376
Maintenance Schedule.................... 420
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 172
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 193,373
Manual, Service......................... 432
Map/Reading Lights..................... 168
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 129
Memory Seat.........................89,129
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 208
Mirrors................................ 86
Automatic Dimming..................... 86
Electric Remote........................ 88
Exterior Folding........................ 87
Heated.............................. 89
Memory............................. 129
Outside.............................. 87
Rearview............................. 86
Vanity............................... 89Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 314
Mopar Parts.........................375,431
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 136
Navigation System....................166,244
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 77
Occupant Restraints....................... 38
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel).............. 325
Odometer............................. 191
Trip ................................ 191
Oil Change Indicator..................192,202
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..............192,202
Oil, Engine.........................376,417
Capacity............................ 416
Change Interval..................192,202,377
Checking............................ 376
Disposal............................ 379
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Preparation for Jacking.................... 355
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 47
Programmable Electronic Features.........147,203
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless
Entry)..............................24,147
Radial Ply Tires......................... 306
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......390,391
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 210
Radio Operation........................ 250
Radio Remote Controls.................235,249
Radio, Satellite.......................... 245
Radio (Sound Systems).................212,222
Rear Camera........................... 166
Rear Liftgate............................ 34
Rear Park Sense System................... 160
Rear Seating Flexibility.................... 126
Rear Window Defroster................... 269Rear Window Features.................... 141
Rear Wiper/Washer...................... 141
Rearview Mirrors........................ 86
Reclining Front Seats..................... 120
Recorder, Event Data...................... 65
Recreational Towing...................348,365
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 47
Remote Control......................... 235
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 249
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 375
Replacement Tires....................... 310
Reporting Safety Defects................... 431
Resetting Oil Change Indicator...........192,202
Restraint, Head......................... 117
Restraints, Child.......................67,75
Restraints, Infant......................... 68
Retractable Cargo Area Cover............... 176
450 INDEX