DODGE CARAVAN 2009 Owners Manual

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features................ 233
Instrument Cluster – Base................ 234
Instrument Cluster – Premium............ 235
Instrument Cluster Descriptions............ 236
Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) — If
Equipped............................ 248
▫CMTC Odometer Display............... 249
▫CMTC Reset Buttons.................. 249▫Compass/Temperature Display........... 250
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) —
If Equipped........................... 252
▫EVIC Displays....................... 254
▫Trip Functions....................... 255
▫Compass Display..................... 257
▫Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
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AM/FM/CD/DVD Multimedia System Radio
(RER/REN) – If Equipped................ 263
▫Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) — If Equipped............. 263
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect)—
If Equipped......................... 263
▫Clock Setting Procedure................ 263
Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................ 266
▫Operating Instructions — Radio Mode...... 266
▫Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play.................. 269
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files............. 271
▫Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.... 274Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio............................... 274
▫Operating Instructions — Radio Mode...... 275
▫Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play.................. 280
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files............. 282
▫List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 285
▫Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 285
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) — If
Equipped............................ 286
▫Connecting The iPod................. 287
▫Using This Feature................... 287
▫Controlling The iPodUsing Radio
Buttons............................ 288
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▫Play Mode......................... 288
▫List Or Browse Mode.................. 289
Satellite Radio — If Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only)..... 291
▫System Activation.................... 292
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID)......... 292
▫Selecting Satellite Mode................ 293
▫Satellite Antenna..................... 293
▫Reception Quality.................... 293
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Mode.... 293
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................ 296▫Operating Instructions — Video
Entertainment System (VES)™
(If Equipped)........................ 296
Sirius Backseat TV™ — If Equipped........ 297
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ — If
Equipped............................ 297
Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped........................... 299
▫Radio Operation..................... 299
▫CD Player.......................... 300
CD/DVD Maintenance.................. 300
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 301
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Climate Controls...................... 301
▫Manual Heating, Ventilation And Air
Conditioning (HVAC) System............ 301
▫Rear Manual Climate Control Zone — If
Equipped.......................... 308
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped.......................... 310
▫Summer Operation................... 318▫Winter Operation..................... 319
▫Vacation/Storage..................... 319
▫Window Fogging..................... 319
▫Outside Air Intake.................... 319
▫Operating Tips...................... 320
▫A/C Air Filter— If Equipped............ 320
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 - Air Vent 5 - Storage Bin 9 - Storage or DVD 13 - Hazard Switch
2 - Instrument Cluster 6 - Upper Glove Compartment 10 - Cup Holders 14 - Ignition Switch
3 - Shift Lever 7 - Lower Glove Compartment 11 - Storage Bin 15 - Dimmer Switch
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – BASE
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER – PREMIUM
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. Fuel Door Reminder
The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the
Fuel Filler Door is located on the left side of the
vehicle.
3. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-
ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,
or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads
“H“, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H”, and you hear continuous chimes,
turn the engine off immediately, and call an autho-
rized dealer for service.
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WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer if
your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under
the hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual.
Follow the warnings under the Cooling System Pres-
sure Cap paragraph.
4. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
5. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has
traveled about one mile with the turn signals on, acontinuous chime will sound to alert you to turn the
signals off. If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check
for a defective outside light bulb.
6. High Beam Indicator
This indicator shows that the headlights are on
high beam. Push the multifunction lever forward
to switch the headlights to high beam and pull toward
yourself (normal position) to return to low beam.
7. Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position and may
stay on for as long as four seconds.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
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If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the
Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the
light inspected by an authorized dealer.
8. Brake System Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on, it may
indicate that the parking brake is applied, that
the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with
the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been
disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the
master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake
hydraulic system malfunction or a problem with the
Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock BrakeSystem (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys-
tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the
condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to
the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during
each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac-
ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic
system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is
indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on
when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
NOTE:The light may flash momentarily during sharp
cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi-
tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and
the brake fluid level checked.
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