window DODGE DURANGO 2009 2.G Owner's Manual

This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The
system will adapt to the last trained voice only.
To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default
settings, enter the Voice Training session via the above
procedure and follow the prompts.
Voice Recognition (VR)
•
For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to
provide at least12in (1 cm) gap between the overhead
console (if equipped) and the mirror.
•Always wait for the beep before speaking.
•Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would
speak to a person sitting a few feet/meters away from
you.
•Make sure that no one other than you is speaking
during a voice recognition period.
•Performance is maximized under:
•low-to-medium blower setting,
•low-to-medium vehicle speed,
•low road noise,
•smooth road surface,
•fully closed windows,
•dry weather condition.
•Even though the system is designed for users speaking
in North American English, French, and Spanish ac-
cents, the system may not always work for some.
•When navigating through an automated system such
as voice mail, or when sending a page, at the end of
speaking the digit string, make sure to saySend.
•Storing names in the phonebook when the vehicle is
not in motion is recommended.
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•It is not recommended to store similar sounding
names in the uconnectphonebook.
•Phonebook (Downloaded and uconnectphone Local)
name recognition rate is optimized when the entries
are not similar.
•You can sayO(letterO) for0(zero).800must be
spokeneight-zero-zero.
•Even though international dialing for most number
combinations is supported, some shortcut dialing
number combinations may not be supported.
•In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be
compromised with the convertible top down.
Far End Audio Performance
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Audio quality is maximized under:
•low-to-medium blower setting,
•low-to-medium vehicle speed,
•low road noise,
•smooth road surface,
•fully closed windows,
•dry weather conditions, and
•operation from the driver’s seat.
•Performance, such as audio clarity, echo, and loudness
to a large degree rely on the phone and network, and
not the uconnectphone.
•Echo at the far end can sometimes be reduced by
lowering the in-vehicle audio volume.
•In a convertible vehicle, system performance may be
compromised with the convertible top down.
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NOTE:Keep in mind that you have to press the VR
button first and wait for the beep before speaking the
“Barge In” commands.
Voice Training
For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-
nizing their voice commands or numbers, uconnect
phone Voice Training feature may be used.
1. Press the VR button, say “System Setup” and once you
are in that menu then say “Voice Training.” This will train
your own voice to the system and will improve recogni-
tion.
2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by
uconnectphone. For best results, the Voice Training
session should be completed when the vehicle is parked,
engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan
switched off. This procedure may be repeated with a new
user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only.
SEATS
Manual Front Seat Adjustment
The adjusting lever is at the front of the seat, near the
floor. Lift the lever and move the seat to the desired
position. Release the lever to lock the seat into position.
Manual Seat Adjuster
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•“FLASH LAMPS W/LOCK >ON” – When ON is
selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when
the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE Trans-
mitter. This feature may be selected with or without
the sound horn on lock feature selected. To make your
selection, press and release the RESET button until
“ON” or “OFF” appears.
•“HEADLAMP OFF DELAY > 0 SEC” – When this
feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the
headlamps remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 seconds when
exiting the vehicle. To make your selection, press and
release the RESET button until “0,” “30,” “60,” or “90”
appears.
NOTE:The headlamp switch must be in the “A” auto
mode before this feature will work.
•HEADLAMPS W/WIPERS > ON – When ON is
selected, the headlamps will automatically turn on
when the wiper switch is activated.
•EASY EXIT SEAT > ON – When ON is selected, and
the key is removed from the ignition, the driver’s seat
will automatically move rearward to allow easy exit.
•TILT MIRRORS IN “R” > ON – When ON is selected,
and the transmission is put in REVERSE, the outside
mirrors will tilt downward.
•“KEY OFF POWER DELAY> OFF” – When this feature
is selected, the power window switches, radio, hands–
free system (if equipped), and power outlets will
remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition
switch is turned off. Opening a vehicle door will
cancel this feature. To make your selection, press and
release the RESET button until “Off,” “45 sec.,”
“5 min.,” “10 min.” appears.
•“ILLUMINATED APRCH > OFF” – When this feature
is selected, the headlights will activate and remain on
for up to 90 seconds when the doors are unlocked with
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movement and the sunroof will remain in a partial open
condition until the switch is pushed forward again. To
close fully, hold the switch in the forward position until
the glass movement has stopped.
The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sunroof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sunroof is open.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•In an accident, 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 properly secured too.
•Do not allow small children to operate the sun-
roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or
any object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
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 occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
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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.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
This vehicle has three 12-Volt auxiliary power outlets that
can provide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories
designed for use with the standard power outlet adapt-
ers. The outlet located in the lower portion of the
instrument panel has a snap on plastic cap so that it can
be covered when not in use. As a safety precaution, the
outlet in the instrument panel only operates with the
ignition switch ON. When the optional Cigar Lighter
heating element is used, it heats when pushed in and
pops out automatically when ready for use.To preservethe heating element, do not hold the lighter in the
heating position.
There are two additional 12-Volt (20 total Amps for both
outlets) power outlets, one located in the storage bin of
the center console and another located in the right rear
cargo area. These outlets can be configured by the
customer to operate only when the ignition is ON
(switched battery fed) or with the ignition ON or OFF
(battery fed) to allow for cellular telephone charging and
operation while the ignition is OFF.
NOTE:All accessories connected to these outlets should
be removed or turned off when the vehicle is not in use
to protect the battery against discharge (unless the cus-
tomer has configured the fuse block to switched battery
feed).
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you so that the right pin slides out of the slot in the
vehicle. Push the organizer to the right and lift out of the
vehicle.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear window controls are located on the climate
control panel.
For vehicles equipped with manual climate controls the
controls are located on the upper left corner.
Manual Climate Control Panel
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For vehicles equipped with Automatic Climate Controls
(ATC) the controls can be found on the lower right corner.
A rotating switch located on the climate control
panel turns the rear wiper ON or OFF. Pressing the
rotating switch inward activates the rear window washer.
Rotating the switch will enable one of five intermittentdelay times for the rear wiper. The delay times range
from 1 second to approximately 20 seconds.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the Park
position. When the vehicle is restarted, the wiper will
resume operation.
Rear Window Defrosting
A push-button type switch is located in the climate
control panel. Press the switch and the rear window
defroster and electric remote control heated mirrors (if
equipped) will turn on. An amber indicator on the push-
button will light when the defroster is turned on. A symbol
will be displayed when the defroster is turned on with an
ATC control. Push again to turn off prior to time-out. The
defroster will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. For
an additional 10 minutes of operation, push the button a
second time. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the
defroster only when the engine is operating.
Automatic Climate Control Panel
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CAUTION!
Use care when washing the inside of the rear window
to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft
cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Also, keep all objects a safe
distance from the window to prevent damaging the
heating elements.
FACTORY INSTALLED ROOF LUGGAGE RACK
A factory installed luggage rack is located on the vehicles
roof.
The load carried on the roof when equipped with a
luggage rack must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should
be uniformly distributed over the cargo area.
The side rails between the stantions should be used to tie
down cargo. Check the straps frequently to be sure that
the load remains securely attached.
Roof Luggage Rack
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Climate Controls...................... 269
▫Manual Control..................... 269
▫Air Conditioning Operation............. 269
▫Front Blower Control................. 270
▫Front Mode Control.................. 270
▫Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped . . . 272
▫Rear Window Defrosting And Rear Window
Washer/Wiper...................... 273
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped........................ 273▫Automatic Control................... 274
▫Level Of Automatic Control............. 274
▫Manual Control (ATC)................. 275
▫Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped . . 278
▫Rear Rotary Temperature Control......... 279
▫Front Unit To Rear Unit Chart........... 281
▫Operating Tips...................... 281
▫Operating Tips Chart................. 283
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