CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2020 Owners Manual

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Rear Blower Control
The rear blower control can be manually set to off, or any fixed blower speed by pushing the blower control buttons. This
allows the rear seat occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle. The larger of the two icons
increases blower speed, whereas the smaller of the two icons decreases the blower speed.
AUTO Button
Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Performing this function
will cause the system to switch between manual mode and automatic modes.
Refer to “Automatic Operation” within this section for more information.
Rear Climate Control/Blower Off
To manually set the rear blower controls to off, press the Rear Climate Control/Blower Off button.
Icon Description
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Climate Control Functions
Air Conditioning (A/C)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate the
air conditioning system. When in A/C mode with
the ATC set to a cool temperature, dehumidified
air flows through the air outlets. If Economy
mode is desired, push the A/C button to turn off
the A/C mode in the Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) display and deactivate the A/C
system.
NOTE:

If the system is in Mix or Defrost Mode, the A/C
can be turned off, but the A/C system shall
remain active to prevent fogging of the
windows.

If not operating in AUTO mode, the system
will not automatically sense the presence of
fog, mist or ice on the windshield. Defrost
Mode must be manually selected to clear the
windshield and side glass.
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or
side glass, select Defrost Mode and adjust
blower speed if needed.
Recirculation For Automatic Temperature
Control
When outside air contains smoke, odors, or
high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you
may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing
the Recirculation control button. The
recirculation indicator will illuminate when this
button is selected. Press the button a second
time to turn off the Recirculation mode and
allow outside air into the vehicle.
NOTE:
In cold weather, use of recirculation mode may
lead to excessive window fogging. The recircula-
tion feature may be unavailable (button on the
touchscreen greyed out) if conditions exist that
could create fogging on the inside of the wind-
shield. On systems with Manual Climate
Controls, the Recirculation mode is not allowed
in Defrost Mode to improve window clearing
operation. Recirculation will be disabled auto -
matically if this mode is selected. Attempting to
use Recirculation while in this mode will cause
the LED in the control button to blink and then
turn off.
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped
Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate, or the AUTO button on the touchscreen on the
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Panel.

2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the
driver and passenger temperature control
buttons. Once the desired temperature is
displayed, the system will achieve and
automatically maintain that comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the
settings. You will experience the greatest
efficiency by simply allowing the system to
function automatically.

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NOTE:
It is not necessary to move the temperature
settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system
automatically adjusts the temperature,
mode, and blower speed to provide comfort
as quickly as possible.
The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or
Metric units by selecting the U.S./Metric
customer-programmable feature. Refer to
the “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the
Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the
blower fan will remain on low until the engine
warms up. The blower will increase in speed
and transition into Auto mode.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) display
will be turned off when the system is being used
in the manual mode.
Operating Tips
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected
with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide
proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. OAT coolant
(conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Refer to “Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical
Specifications” for proper coolant selection.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and
defroster performance, make sure the engine
cooling system is functioning properly and the
proper amount, type, and concentration of
coolant is used. Refer to “Fluids And
Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for
proper coolant selection. Use of the air
Recirculation mode during Winter months is not
recommended, because it may cause window
fogging.
Vacation/Storage
Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more,
run the air conditioning system at idle for about
five minutes, in fresh air with the blower setting
on high. This will ensure adequate system
lubrication to minimize the possibility of
compressor damage when the system is started
again.
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild, rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and
increase the front blower speed. Do not use the
Recirculation mode without A/C (air
conditioning) for long periods, as fogging may
occur.
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Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in
front of the windshield, is free of obstructions
such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air
intake may reduce airflow, and if they enter the
plenum, they could plug the water drains. In
Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear
of ice, slush, and snow.
A/C Air Filter
The Climate Control system filters out dust and
pollen from the air. Refer to an authorized
dealer for filter replacement instructions.
Operating Tips Chart
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or
abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
WEATHERCONTROL
SETTINGS
Hot Weather And
Vehicle Interior Is Very Hot Set the mode control
to , on, and
blower on high. Roll
down the windows for a minute to flush out
the hot air. Adjust the
controls as needed to achieve comfort.
Warm Weather Turn on and set
the mode control to
the position.
Cool Sunny Operate in
position.
Cool & Humid Conditions Set the mode control
to and turn on to keep windows clear.
Cold Weather Set the mode control
to the position. If windshield fogging
starts to occur, move
the control to the position.
WEATHER CONTROL
SETTINGS

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WINDOWS
Power Windows
You can control either the front or rear windows
using controls located on the driver's door trim
panel.
The driver may lock out the rear power windows
by pushing the bar control just below the power
window controls.
The controls will operate only when the ignition
switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position and
during power accessory delay.

Driver’s Power Window Controls Front Passenger Power Door Controls

NOTE:
Power Window controls will also remain active
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch
has been placed in the OFF position, depending
upon the accessory delay setting. Opening a
front door will cancel this feature.
There is a single control on the front
passenger’s door trim panel which operates the
passenger door window and a set of controls
that lock and unlock all doors. The controls will
operate only when the ignition switch is in the
ON/RUN or ACC position and during power
accessory delay. Auto Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If
Equipped
The front driver and front passenger controls
may be equipped with an Auto Up feature. Lift
the window control fully upward to the second
detent, release, and the window will go up
automatically.
To stop the window from going all the way up
during the Auto Up operation, push down on the
control briefly.
To close the window part way, lift the window
control to the first detent and release when you
want the window to stop.
NOTE:
If the window runs into any obstacle during
auto-closure, it will reverse direction and
then go back down. Remove the obstacle and
use the window control again to close the
window.
Any impact due to rough road conditions may
trigger the auto reverse function unexpect
-
edly during auto-closure. If this happens, pull
the control lightly to the first detent and hold
to close window manually.
1 — Power Window Lockout Switch (If Equipped)
2 — Rear Passenger Window Controls
3 — Front Driver And Passenger Window Controls
1 — Window Open/Close
2 — Power Door Locks
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Auto Up Reset — If Equipped
To reactivate the Auto Up feature, perform the
following steps after vehicle power is restored:

1. Pull the window control up to close the
window completely and continue to hold
the control up for an additional two
seconds after the window is closed.

2. Push the window control down firmly to the second detent to open the window
completely and continue to hold the control
down for an additional two seconds after
the window is fully open. Sliding Side Door Power Window Control — If
Equipped
Second row passengers may open and close
the sliding door window by a single control on
the door handle assembly.
The controls will operate only when the ignition
switch is in the ON/RUN or ACC position and
during power accessory delay.
NOTE:
The controls will not operate if the driver has
activated the Power Window Lockout.

Sliding Door Power Window Control
NOTE:
The sliding door windows do not fully open,
stopping several inches above the window sill.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the
perception of pressure on the ears or a
helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows
down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized. If the rear
windows are open and buffeting occurs, open
the front and rear windows together to minimize
the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the
sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the
window is almost closed. To avoid personal
injury be sure to clear your arms, hands,
fingers and all objects from the window path
before closing.

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PANORAMIC SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The Panoramic Sunroof switch is located to the
left between the sun visors on the overhead
console.
The Power Shade switch is located to the right
between the sun visors on the overhead
console.

Panoramic Sunroof And Power Shade Switches

Opening Sunroof
Express Mode
Push the open switch and release it within one
second. The sunroof will open automatically
from any position and stop at the full open
position. This is called “Express Open.” During
Express Open operation, any other actuation of
the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
NOTE:
If the sunshade is in the closed position when
the open switch is pushed, the sunshade will
automatically cycle to the halfway open position
prior to the sunroof opening.
Manual Mode
Push and hold the open switch and the sunroof
will open to the full open position. Any release of
the switch will stop the movement. The sunroof
will remain in a partially opened condition until
the sunroof open switch is pushed again.
1 — Sunroof Switch
2 — Power Shade Switch
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near
the vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. Do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. Occupants,
particularly unattended children, can
become entrapped by the power sunroof
while operating the power sunroof switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
In a collision, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.
You could also be seriously injured or killed.
Always fasten your seat belt properly and
make sure all passengers are also properly
secured.
Do not allow small children to operate the
sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other
body parts, or any object, to project through
the sunroof opening. Injury may result.
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Venting Sunroof — Express
Push and release the "Vent" button within one
second and the sunroof will open to the vent
position. This is called “Express Vent”, and it will
occur regardless of sunroof position.
NOTE:
If the sunshade is in the closed position when
the vent switch is pushed, the sunshade will
automatically cycle to the halfway open position
prior to the sunroof opening to the Vent posi -
tion.
Closing Sunroof
Express Mode
Push the close switch and release it within one
second and the sunroof will close automatically
from any position. The sunroof will close fully
and stop automatically. This is called “Express
Close.” During Express Close operation, any
other actuation of the switch will stop the
sunroof.
Manual Mode
To close the sunroof, push and hold the close
switch. Any release of the switch will stop the
movement and the sunroof will remain in a
partially closed condition until the sunroof
switch is pushed again.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the
perception of pressure on the ears or a
helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows
down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal
occurrence and can be minimized. If the
buffeting occurs with the rear windows open,
open the front and rear windows together to
minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof
opening to minimize the buffeting or open any
window.
Power Sunshade — If Equipped
The sunshade has two programmed open
positions: half-open and full-open. When
opening the sunshade from the closed position,
the sunshade will always stop at the half-open
position regardless of express or manual open
operation. The switch must be actuated again
to continue to the full-open position.
Opening Power Shade — Express Mode
Push the sunshade open switch and release it
within one second and the sunshade will open
to the half-open position and stop
automatically. Push and release the sunshade open switch again from the half-open position
and the sunshade will open to the full-open
position and stop automatically. This is called
“Express Open.” During Express open
operation, any movement of the sunshade
switch will stop the shade.
Opening Power Shade — Manual Mode
Push and hold the sunshade open switch and
the shade will open to the half-open position
and stop automatically. Push and hold the
sunshade open switch again and the shade will
open automatically to the full-open position. Any
release of the switch will stop the movement
and the sunshade will remain in a partially
opened condition until the switch is pushed
again.
Closing Power Shade — Express Mode
Push the sunshade close switch and release it
within one second and the shade will close
automatically from any position. If the sunroof is
completely closed the shade will close fully and
stop automatically. This is called “Express
Close”. During Express Close operation, any
other actuation of the switch will stop the
shade.

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NOTE:
If the sunroof is open, the shade will close to the
half-open position. Pushing the shade close
button again will automatically close both the
sunroof and shade completely.
Closing Power Shade — Manual Mode
To close the shade, push and hold the
sunshade close switch. Any release of the
switch will stop the movement and the shade
will remain in a partially closed condition until
the switch is pushed again.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the
closing of the sunroof during the Express Close
operation. If an obstruction in the path of the
sunroof is detected, the sunroof will
automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if
this occurs. NOTE:
If three consecutive sunroof close attempts
result in Pinch Protect reversals, Pinch Protect
will disable and the sunroof must be closed in
Manual Mode.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth
to clean the glass panel. Periodically check for
and clear out any debris that may have
collected in the tracks.
Ignition Off Operation
The power sunroof switch will remain active for
up to approximately 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
Opening either front door will cancel this
feature.
NOTE:
Ignition off time is programmable through the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings”
in “Multimedia” for further information.
HOOD
Opening
If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement”
for additional information.
The hood release lever (to open the primary
latch) and safety latch (to open the secondary
latch) must be released to open the hood.

1. Pull the hood release lever located under
the driver’s side of the instrument panel.

Hood Release Lever

2. Move to the outside of the front of the vehicle.

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3. Push the safety latch release lever toward
the passenger side of the vehicle. The
safety latch is located behind the center
front edge of the hood.

Safety Latch Release Lever Location

4. Remove the support rod from the locking tab and insert it into the seat located on the
underside of the hood. NOTE:
Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper
arms are not in motion and not in the lifted
position.
While lifting the hood, use both hands.
Vehicle must be at a stop and the transmis
-
sion must be in PARK.
Closing
If applicable, refer to the “Hybrid Supplement”
for additional information.

1. Hold up the hood with one hand and with the
other hand remove the support rod from its
seat and reinsert it into the locking tab.

2. Lower the hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm) from the engine compartment and
drop it. Make sure that the hood is
completely closed.
WARNING!

Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving
your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it
could open when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and drop the hood to
close. Make sure hood is fully closed for both
latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is
fully closed, with both latches engaged.

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