instrument panel DODGE AVENGER 2008 Owners Manual

You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by
repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press
the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display
window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2. This
allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into
pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET 2
memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton
twice.
Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding
button number will display.
Button s1-6
These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you
commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations). Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If
Equipped)
Refer to ªHands-Free Communication (UConnect t )º in
Section 3.
Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES T ) (If Equipped)
Refer to separate ªVideo Entertainment System (VES t )
Guide.º
REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS Ð IF
EQUIPPED
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. The left- and right-hand
controls are rocker-type switches with a push-button in
the center of each switch. Reach behind the steering
wheel to access the switches.236 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Operation with RES / REQ AM/FM Stereo Radio
with CD Player
Right-Hand Switch Functions
² Press the top of the switch to increase the volume.
² Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume. ² Press the button in the center of the switch to select
AM, FM, Satellite (SAT) - if equipped, or CD (DISC)
mode.
Left-Hand Switch Functions for Radio Operation
² Press the top of the switch to SEEK the next listenable
station up from the current setting.
² Press the bottom of the switch to SEEK the next
listenable station down from the current setting.
² Press the button in the center of the switch to tune to
the next preset that you have programmed.
Left-Hand Switch Functions for CD Player
Operation
² Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next
track on the CD.
² Press the bottom of the switch once either to listen to
the beginning of the current track or to listen to theRemote Sound Controls UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 237
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beginning of the previous track if it is within one
second after the current track begins to play.
² Press the switch up or down twice to listen to the
second track on the CD, three times to listen to the
third track, and so forth.
² Press the button located in the center of the control to
change CDs on the 6-Disc in-dash CD changer radio.
This button does not function for other radios.
Operation with RER Multi-Media System
Right-Hand Switch Functions
² Press the top of the switch to increase the volume.
² Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume.
² Press the button in the center of the switch to select
AM, FM, Satellite (SAT), Hard Drive (HD), or CD
(DISC) mode. Left-Hand Switch Functions for Radio Operation
² Press the top of the switch to SEEK the next listenable
station up from the current setting.
² Press the bottom of the switch to SEEK the next
listenable station down from the current setting.
² Press the button in the center of the switch to go to the
next preset that you have programmed.
Left-Hand Switch Functions for CD Player
Operation
² Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next
track on the CD.
² Press the bottom of the switch once either to listen to
the beginning of the current track or to listen to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one
second after the current track begins to play.238 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

² Press the switch up or down twice to listen to the
second track on the CD, three times to listen to the
third track, and so forth.
² Press the button located in the center of the control to
change CDs on the 6-Disc in-dash CD changer radio.
This button does not function for other radios.
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES) T ÐIF
EQUIPPED
The optional Video Entertainment System (VES) t in-
cludes the following components for rear seat entertain-
ment:
² A diagonal 7 in (17.8 cm) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
screen integrated into the center console armrest. The
screen features brightness control for optimum day-
time and nighttime viewing. Opening the Rear Seat VES tUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 239
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² The LCD screen swings up from the rear of the armrest
to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display.
NOTE: Close the armrest after the LCD screen has been
raised to its viewing position. ² The touch screen radio and DVD player controls allow
front seat operation for easy setup in the case of
younger rear seat passengers.
² A battery-powered infrared remote control snaps into
a molded compartment in the center console armrest
upper storage bin.
VES t Video Screen
VES t Remote Control240 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

² Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat passen-
gers to listen to the same or individual audio sources.
Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks)
on the rear of the center console enable
the monitor to display video directly
from a video camera, connect video
games for display on the screen, or
play music directly from an MP3
player.
1. Video in (yellow)
2. Left audio in (white)
3. Right audio in (red)
NOTE: Refer to your ªVehicle Entertainment System
(VES) t Users Manualº for detailed operating instruc-
tions. RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily ªclearº by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CD/DVD MAINTENANCE
To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the
following precautions:
1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.
2. If a disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
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3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching a disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store a disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose a disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store a disc where temperatures may become
too high.
8. Do not play discs that are small in size or have
irregular shapes. CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System
The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of
outer rotary dials and inner pushbuttons.242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Blower Control
Use this control to regulate the
amount of air forced through the ven-
tilation system in any mode. The
blower speed increases as you move
the control to the right from the ªOº
(Off) position. There are four blower
speeds.
Temperature Control
Use this control to regulate the tem-
perature of the air inside the passenger
compartment. The blue area of the
scale indicates cooler temperatures
while the red area indicates warmer
temperatures. NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con-
denser (located in front of the radiator) for an accumu-
lation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray
from behind the radiator and through the condenser.
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.
Mode Control (Air Direction)
Use this control to choose from several
patterns of air distribution. You can
select either a primary mode as iden-
tified by the symbols on the control, or
a blend of two of these modes. The
closer the setting is to a particular
symbol, the more air distribution you
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² Panel
Air is directed through the outlets in the instru-
ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to
direct airflow.
NOTE: The center instrument panel outlets can be
aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat
passengers for maximum airflow to the rear.
² Bi-Level
Air is directed through the panel and floor out-
lets.
NOTE: For all settings except full cold or full hot, there
is a difference in temperature between the upper and
lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets.
This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but
cool conditions. ² Floor
Air is directed through the floor outlets with a
small amount flowing through the defrost and
side window demist outlets.
² Mix
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and
side window demist outlets. This setting works
best in cold or snowy conditions that require
extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for
maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the
windshield.
² Defrost
Air is directed through the windshield and side
window demist outlets. Use this mode with
maximum blower and temperature settings for best
windshield and side window defrosting.244 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix
and Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air
Conditioning Snowflake button is not pressed. This de-
humidifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve
fuel economy, use these modes only when necessary.
² Recirculation Control
Use this button to block the flow of outside
air from coming into the passenger compart-
ment. A light will illuminate when the sys-
tem is in recirculation mode. Only use the
recirculation mode as a temporary means to block out
any outside odors, smoke, or dust, and to cool the
interior rapidly upon initial start up in very hot or
humid weather.
NOTE:
² Continuous use of the recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
Extended use of this mode is not recommended. ² The use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp
weather will cause windows to fog on the inside,
because of moisture build-up inside the vehicle. Select
the Outside Air position for maximum defogging.
² The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging
when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode
control is set to panel or panel / floor.
² The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-
ing the mode control selection.
Air Conditioning Control
Use this button to engage the Air Conditioning. A
light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning
System is engaged
NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage
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