climate control DODGE CARAVAN 2005 4.G User Guide

The center knob on the front climate control unit has five
positions,“REAR”,“OFF”, and a range of blower speeds.
Only when the primary control for the rear blower is in
the“REAR”position do the second seat occupants have
control of the rear blower speed.
The rear blower control, located in the headliner near the
center of the vehicle has an OFF position and 3 blower
speed positions. This allows the second seat occupants to
control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the
vehicle.CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Manual Rear Zone Climate
Control system through an intake grille located in
the passenger side trim panel behind the third seat.
The heater outlets are located in the passenger side
trim panel just behind the sliding door. Do not block
or place objects directly in front of the inlet grille or
heater outlets. The electrical system could overload
causing damage to the blower motor.
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Rear Temperature And Mode Control
When the center knob on the front climate control unit is
set to the“REAR”position, the second seat occupants
have control of the rear temperature and modes as
follows:
•The rear temperature knob controls both the rear
temperature and mode. When the temperature knob is
in the cold position, cold air will be delivered from the
headliner outlets. As the rear temperature knob is
turned towards hot, the air will get warmer, and the
air will be delivered from both the headliner and floor
outlets. When the rear temperature knob reaches the
full hot position, all of the air will be delivered from
the floor outlets.
•When the center knob on the front climate control unit
is set to any position other than“REAR”, the reartemperature selection follows the setting of the driv-
er’s temperature control on the front climate control
unit. The rear mode selection follows the setting of the
front mode control.
Rear Economy Mode
If rear economy mode is desired, set the center knob on
the front control unit to the“REAR”position. Turn the
A/C button OFF and select any mode except“MIX”or
“DEFROST”.
The rear temperature knob and the rear blower speed can
be adjusted as desired by the second seat occupants.
Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature
Control—If Equipped
The Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
System automatically maintains the interior comfort level
desired by the driver and all passengers. This is accom-
plished by using two infrared sensors, located in the
center of the instrument panel. The two infrared sensors
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Operating Tips A/C Air Filter—If Equipped
The climate control system filters out dust, pollen and
some odors from the air. Strong odors can not be totally
filtered out. Refer to MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE,
“Air Conditioner Maintenance”for filter replacement
instructions.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Intermittent Rear Wiper Operation—Manual
Temperature Control Only
The controls are located on the Manual Tempera-
ture Control head above the front blower control.
When the button is pressed and released and the
Ignition Switch in ON, the rear wiper will operate at a
fixed interval of about 8 seconds. As vehicle speed
increases, the time delay will shorten. The LED indicator
will light when the wiper is ON. Pressing and releasing
the button again with turn the wiper off.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-
ditions on a specified government test course. For ex-
ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and
C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
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Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 334
Oil (Engine).......................... 382
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 396
Car Washes............................ 407
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 333
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 182
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 181
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance......... 260
Cassette Tape Player................206,216,221
Catalytic Converter...................... 385
Caution, Exhaust Gas..............38,83,333,393
CD Changer................215,224,238,240,243
CD Player.........212,216,223,226,229,233,236,243
CD Player Maintenance................... 261
Cellular Phone........................96,261
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 420
Center Lap Belts......................... 50Chains, Tire............................ 327
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 346
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 309
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)......................202,377
Child Restraint.......................... 69
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 74
Child Safety Locks........................ 33
Child Seat............................68,76
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 331
Climate Control......................... 262
Clock................................ 204
Compact Disc Changer.................... 240
Compact Disc Maintenance................. 261
Compact Disc Player..................206,212
Compact Spare Tire...................... 320
Compass.............................. 151
Compass Calibration..................... 152
Compass Variance....................... 152
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