instrument panel DODGE INTREPID 2004 2.G User Guide

•To avoid drawing exhaust gases into the vehicle, close
the trunk while driving. However, if for some reason it
must remain open, close all windows. Adjust the
heating or cooling system to force outside air into the
vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside the
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Safety belt assemblies must be replaced after an accident
if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing,
etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or retractor
condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to
8 seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the bulb is not lit
during starting, have it replaced. If the light stays on or
comes on while driving, have the system checked by an
authorized dealer.
Defrosters
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
the Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for
brake fluid, fuel, water, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if
gasoline fumes are present, the cause should be corrected
immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Cup Holders..........................52
▫Front Seat Cupholders...................52
Coat Hook............................52
Mirrors..............................53
▫Adjusting The Inside Day/Night Mirror......53
▫Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped....53
▫Electric Remote Control Mirrors............54
▫Mirror Adjustment.....................54
Seats................................55
▫Manual Seat Adjustment.................55
▫Power Seats — If Equipped...............56
▫Power Reclining Seats — If Equipped........56▫Manual Reclining Seats..................56
▫Lumbar Support — If Equipped............57
▫Head Restraints.......................57
▫Folding Rear Seats — If Equipped..........58
To Open And Close The Hood.............59
Interior Lights.........................60
▫To Turn The Interior Lights On.............60
▫Battery Saver Feature—Interior Lights........60
▫Instrument Panel Lighting................61
▫Front Map/Reading Lights...............61
▫Rear Seat Reading/Courtesy Lights.........61
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NOTE:The Battery Saver Feature will not turn these
lights off if a switch was used to turn them on.
Instrument Panel Lighting
The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be
regulated by rotating the dimmer switch.
Daytime Brightness Feature
Certain instrument panel components can be illuminated
at full brightness during the daytime. These are the
Odometer, Transmission Range Indicator, Radio, Climate
Controls, and the Overhead Travel Information Center.
This can be helpful when driving with your headlightson during the daytime such as in a parade or a funeral
procession. To activate this feature, rotate the Dimmer
Control upward to the first detent.
Front Map/Reading Lights
These lights are mounted between the sun visors. Each
light is turned On by pressing the lens. Press the lens a
second time to turn the light Off. The lights also come on
when a door is opened or the dimmer switch is turned
fully upward to the dome light position.
NOTE:The lights will remain on until the switch is
pressed a second time, so be sure they have been turned
off before leaving the vehicle.
Rear Seat Reading/Courtesy Lights
These lights may be individually operated by a switch
next to the light. The Battery Saver feature will not turn
these lights off if the switch was used to turn them on. Be
sure the lights are off before leaving the vehicle. The
lights also come on when a door is opened or the dimmer
switch is turned to the dome light position.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Headlights And Parking Lights
When the headlight switch is turned clockwise
from Off to the first position, the parking lights,
taillights, side marker lights, license plate light and
instrument panel lights are all turned on. The headlights
turn on when the switch is turned to the second position.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are left on after the
ignition is turned Off, a chime will sound when the
driver’s door is opened.
Headlight Time Delay
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumination
for about 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in an
unlighted area. For vehicles equipped with Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), this is customer pro-
grammable to Off, 30, 60, or 90 seconds. (See the Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) section of this
manual.)
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WARNING!
Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-
umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-
hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.
TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH — IF EQUIPPED
To turn the Traction Control System Off, press the switch
located on the instrument panel, to the right of the
steering column, until the TRAC OFF light in the instru-
ment cluster lights up.To turn the Traction Control System On, press the switch
until the TRAC OFF light in the instrument cluster turns
off.
NOTE:Traction Control System comes on each time the
ignition switch is turned On. This will occur even if you
used the switch to turn the Traction system off during the
previous ignition cycle.
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Outside Temperature
Because engine temperature can increase the displayed
temperature, temperature readings are slowly updated
when vehicle speed is below 20 MPH (30 km/h).
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET
Your vehicle may be equipped with a power outlet. This
is located in the center of the instrument panel if your
vehicle has bench or split bench seats. Accessories pow-
ered through this outlet are protected by a 15 amp fuse.
The outlet may be converted to a cigar lighter by install-
ing the dealer obtained smoker’s package. The outlet is
operated by the ignition switch, when in the “run” or
“acc” positions only. You may convert the outlet from
ignition to battery power by performing the following:
•Remove the fuse cover from the left end of the
instrument panel (see the paragraph on fuses in sec-
tion 7 of this manual.)
•Remove fuse #6 (its on the upper right of the fuse
block) from its “IGN” position.
•Move the fuse slightly right and insert it in the fuse #6
“BAT” location in the fuse block.
•Reinstall the fuse cover.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instruments And Controls.................86
Instrument Cluster......................87
Instrument Cluster Description.............88
Electronic Digital Clock..................93
▫To Set The Clock.......................93
Sales Code RAZ—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With
Cassette Tape Player And CD Player — If
Equipped
.............................93
▫Operating Instructions — Radio............93
▫Power Switch, Volume Control.............93
▫Seek Button (Radio Mode)................94
▫Tuning..............................94▫PTY (Program Type) Button...............94
▫Balance.............................95
▫Fade...............................95
▫Tone Control.........................95
▫AM/FM Selection......................96
▫Scan Button..........................96
▫To Set The Radio Push-Button Memory.......96
▫To Change From Clock To Radio Mode.......96
▫Operating Instructions — Tape Player........96
▫Seek Button..........................97
▫Fast Forward (FF)......................97
▫Rewind (RW).........................97
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▫Tape Eject............................97
▫Scan Button..........................97
▫Changing Tape Direction.................97
▫Metal Tape Selection....................97
▫Pinch Roller Release....................97
▫Noise Reduction.......................98
▫Operating Instructions — CD Player.........98
▫Inserting The Compact Disc...............98
▫Seek Button..........................98
▫EJT CD (Eject) Button...................99
▫FF/Tune/RW Button....................99
▫Program Button 4 (Random Play)...........99
▫Mode...............................99
▫Tape CD Button......................100
▫Time Button.........................100
▫Scan Button.........................100Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio
With Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer
Capability
...........................100
▫Operating Instructions..................100
▫Power Button........................100
▫Electronic Volume Control...............100
▫Seek..............................101
▫Tune ..............................101
▫To Set The Push-Button Memory..........101
▫Balance............................101
▫Fade..............................101
▫Bass And Treble Tone Control............102
▫AM/FM Selection.....................102
▫Mode Button........................102
▫Cassette Player Features................102
▫CD Changer Control Capability —
If Equipped.........................103
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▫Radio Display Messages................105
Sales Code RBK—AM/ FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player And CD Changer Controls
...105
▫Radio Operation......................105
▫CD Player Operation...................107
▫CD Changer Operation — If Equipped......109
6 Disc CD Changer — If Equipped.........110
▫Loading The CD Changer...............110
▫Playing Discs........................111
▫Seek Button.........................111
▫FF/Tune/RW........................111
▫Mode Button........................111
▫Program Button 1.....................111
▫Program Button 4 (Random Play)..........111▫Program Button 5.....................111
▫Time Button.........................112
▫Changing Modes......................112
▫Removing Discs From The CD Changer.....112
▫CD Changer Operation With The
Changer Off.........................112Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance......112
Compact Disc Maintenance...............113
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones.......114
Climate Controls......................114
▫Manual Air Conditioning/Heater Operation . . 114
▫Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped...........................117
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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