center console CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY 2008 5.G Owners Manual

ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Ð IF EQUIPPED
Two 12 volt power outlets are located in the center lower
instrument panel next to the open storage bin. The upper
outlet is controlled by the ignition switch and the lower
outlet is connected directly to the battery. The upper
outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit
(if equipped with an optional Smoker's Package).The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or
battery symbol indicating the power source. The lower
instrument panel outlet is powered directly from the
battery, items plugged into this outlet may discharge the
battery and/or prevent engine starting.
The lower outlet is protected by an automatic reset circuit
breaker. The automatic circuit breaker restores power
when the overload is removed. The circuit breaker also
supplies power to the outlet in the removable floor
console, when in the front position. Refer to section 3
ªRemovable Floor Consoleº in this manual.
A third outlet is located on the driver's side, just to the
rear of the sliding door and is also controlled by the
ignition switch. The lower and rear outlets will not
accommodate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
NOTE:If desired, all of the power outlets can be
converted by your authorized dealer to provide power
with the ignition switch in the OFF position.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 193
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CUP HOLDERS AND CONVENIENCE TRAY
DRAWER
There are nine cup holders in the interior. Two cup
holders in the center front instrument panel, four in the
floor consoles and three more are located in the third row
quarter trim panel.
All liners are removable for cleaning. Pull the flexible
liner from the cup holder drawer or tray; starting at one
edge to ease removal. Refer to ªCleaning The Instrument
Panel Cup Holdersº in Section 7.
Instrument Panel Cup Holders
The instrument panel cup holders are located in a pull
out drawer just above the lower storage bin.Pull the drawer out firmly until it stops, and place the
container to be held in either one of the cup holder wells.
The cup holders are designed to accommodate a wide
variety of container types and sizes. Press down on the
container to engage the cup holder retention fingers.Front Cup Holders
198 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

To Remove The Basic Floor Console
²
Remove the front anchor cup plug and clip.
²Slide the console base forward while lifting slightly to
clear the rear load floor hook.
²Remove the console.
To Reinstall The Basic Floor Console
²
Position the console at a slight angle (front slightly
higher than the rear.
²Slide the console rearward into the floor bracket/hook.
²Align the console until the front anchor cup plug hole
is centered on the winch hole.
²Reinstall the clip first and then while pushing down-
ward on the console with slight pressure, reinstall the
cover plug.
²Pull up on the console to be sure it is firmly latched.
WARNING!
In an accident, serious injury could result if the
removable floor console is not properly installed.
Always be sure the removable floor console is fully
latched.
Premium Console ± If Equipped
The three-compartment console with sliding storage bin,
sliding upper tray with storage and large console storage
bin offers multiple configurations.
²Four cup holders can accept large cups or mugs with
handles or 20 oz (.6 L) plastic bottles. The cup holders
are dishwasher safe for cleaning. To remove, pull the
flexible liner from the cup holder drawer or tray;
starting at one edge. Refer to ªCleaning The Instru-
ment Panel Cup Holdersº in Section 7 for more
detailed information.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 201
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²Top Tray Storage
²Upper Storage Bin can hold nine regular or 18 thin
CD's or other items
²Large Console Center Storage will store headphones
for the available rear DVD entertainment system or
other items
²12±Volt DC Power Outlet provides continuous power
inside the console for cell phones or other electronics.
²Rear Occupant Accessible
²Multiple Adjustments
²Removable from vehicle for additional floor space.
The top and center console sections slide forward and
rearward to provide added user comfort. Four cup hold-
ers, each of which can accommodate large sized beverage
containers. A one-piece cup holder insert for both cavities
Premium Console Features
1 - Top Release 3 - Console Release
2 - Center Release 202 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

This feature allows you to plug an iPodtmobile digital
device into the vehicle's sound system through a connec-
tor (UCI connector) using an optional connection cable
(available through MOPARt). See your authorized dealer
for details.
Using this feature,
²the iPodtaudio can be played on the vehicle's sound
system, providing metadata (Track Title, Artist, Al-
bum, etc.) information display on radio.
²the iPodtcan be controlled using the radio buttons to
Play, Browse and List the iPodtcontents.
²the iPodtbattery charges when plugged into the UCI
connector.
Connecting The iPodTDevice
Use the optional connection cable to connect an iPodtto
the vehicle's UCI connector (which is located in the glove
box or center console on some vehicles. This location may
vary with vehicle). Once the iPodtis connected and
synchronized to the vehicle system (this may take a few
seconds to connect), the vehicle brand logo appears on
the iPodtdisplay, and it starts charging and is ready for
use by pressing radio switches as described below.
Controlling The iPodTUsing Radio Buttons
To get into the UCI (iPodt) mode and access a connected
iPodt, press the AUX button on the radio faceplate. Once
in the UCI (iPodt) mode, the iPodtaudio track (if
available from iPodt) will start playing over the vehicle
audio system.
294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Remove the pouch containing the scissors jack, jack
handle, and tools.
Spare Tire Removal
For vehicles equipped with Stow 'n Go seating, the spare
tire is stowed inside a protective cover located under the
center of the vehicle by means of a cable winch mecha-
nism. The ªspare tire driveº nut is located on the floor,
under a plastic cap at the front of the floor console.
NOTE:The base console, if equipped, must be removed
to raise and lower the spare tire. Refer to ªConsole
Featuresº in Section 3, for the console removal procedure.
The tool pouch contains three pieces and can be as-
sembled into a Spare Tire Hook; to remove the compact
spare tire/cover assembly from under the vehicle, or a
Winch ªTº Handle; to raise/lower the compact spare
tire/cover assembly.
Rear Compartment Features
1 - Tie Down 5 - Liftgate Close Switch
2 - Switch Bank 6 - Bag Holders
3 - Tire Jack/Handle7 - Child Seat LATCH Anchor
4 - Cubby/Speaker 8 - Rechargeable Flash LightWHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 413
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REPLACEMENT LIGHT BULBS
LIGHT BULBS Ð Interior Bulb Number
Center & Rear Dome Light.................. 578
Center & Rear Reading Lights............... 578
Front Door Courtesy Light.................. 578
Front Header Reading Lights Ð If Equipped..... 578
Instrument Cluster Lights.................PC74
Liftgate Light(s).......................... 578
Overhead Console Reading Lights..........PC579
Removable Console Light Ð If Equipped....... 194
Visor Vanity Lights....................6501966
NOTE:For lighted switches, see your dealer for replace-
ment.
All of the interior bulbs are glass wedge base or glass
cartridge types. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved
and should not be used for replacement.LIGHT BULBS Ð Exterior Bulb Number
Backup, Tail, Stop Light...................3157
Center High-Mounted Stop Light. . . LED (See Note 1)
Fog Light Ð If Equipped..................9145
Park/Turn Signal.............PY27 / 7W or 3757A
Front Side Marker...................... W5W
Headlight Ð (Low and High Beam Halogen).... H11
Headlight (HID Ð If Equipped).............. D1S
License................................ 168
Note 1: The Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)
uses LED lights that are not serviceable separately. The
CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly, see your
authorized Dealer.
480 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Synthetic............................ 442
Viscosity..........................441,486
Onboard Diagnostic System..............435,436
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLinkt) ........... 183
Outside Rearview Mirrors...............100,101
Overdrive..........................334,335
Overhead Console....................... 180
Overhead Travel Information Center.......... 180
Overheating, Engine...................234,410
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual).......... 504
Panic Alarm............................ 24
Park Sense System, Rear................... 170
Parking Brake.......................... 337
Parking On Hill......................... 338
Passing Light........................... 168
Pedals, Adjustable....................... 175
Personal Settings........................ 249
Pets, Transporting........................ 88Phone, Cellular....................104,285,286
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnectŸ).......104,285,286
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 355
Port
Universal Serial Bus (USB).............282,285
USB .............................282,285
Power
Brakes.............................. 339
Distribution Center (Fuses)............... 472
Door Locks........................... 32
Lift Gate............................. 48
Mirrors..........................102,103
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 193
Seats............................... 132
Sliding Door.......................... 41
Steering............................. 347
Steering, Checking..................... 451
Sunroof............................. 189
Windows............................. 36
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