display JEEP COMMANDER 2007 1.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. If you decide to look under the hood your-
self, refer to Section 7 of this manual. Follow the
warnings under “Cooling System Pressure Cap.”
14. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display
When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
messages. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter” later in this section.
15. TOW/HAUL Indicator Light
This light will illuminate when the TOW/
HAUL button has been selected. The TOW/
HAUL button is located in the center of the
instrument panel (below the climate controls).16. Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Warning
Light/Brake Assist System (BAS) Warning Light
The ESP/BAS warning light in the instrument
cluster comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position. The light should
go out with the engine running. If the ESP/
BAS warning light comes on continuously with the
engine running, a malfunction has been detected in either
the ESP or the BAS system. If this light stays illuminated,
have the ESP and BAS checked at your authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
17. 4WD LOW Mode Indicator Light — If Equipped
This light alerts the driver that the vehicle is in
the 4WD LOW mode. The front and rear drive-
shafts are mechanically locked together forcing
the front and rear wheels to rotate at the same
speed.
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18. Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is
unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver or front passenger seat belt
remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash
or remain on continuously. Refer toEnhanced Driver
Seat Belt Reminder System (BeltAlert)in the Occupant
Restraints section for more information.
19. Cruise Indicator Light
This indicator lights when the speed control
system is turned ON.
20. Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.
U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser thecorrect mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There-
fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so that the correct mileage can
be determined.
21. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows the automatic transmission
gear selection.
22. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
23. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light —
If Equipped
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control system. If a problem
is detected the light will come on while the
engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when
the vehicle has completely stopped and the gear selector
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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER — IF EQUIPPED
The electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) located
in the instrument cluster, when the appropriate condi-
tions exist, will display the following messages and
symbols. Some of the messages are accompanied by a
chime.
•TURN SIGNAL ON
•PERFORM SERVICE
•KEY NOT PROGRAMMED — DAMAGED KEY
•KEY NOT PROGRAMMED — INVALID KEY
•KEY NOT PROGRAMMED — EXCEEDED KEY PRO-
GRAM LIMIT
•PROGRAMMING ACTIVE — NEW KEY PRO-
GRAMMED
•SERVICE SECURITY KEY
•INVALID KEY — TRY ALTERNATE KEY
•DRIVER/PASSENGER DOOR OPEN (with graphic)
•LEFT/RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN (with graphic)
•X DOORS OPEN (with graphic)
•LIFTGATE OPEN (with graphic)
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Customer Programmable Features
Press the MENU button until one of the display choices
following appears:
Language?
When in this display you may select one of three lan-
guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip
computer functions. Press the STEP button while in this
display selects English, Espanol, or Francais. As you
continue the displayed information will be shown in the
selected language.
Menu Button
Step Button
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Display U.S. or Metric?
Pressing the STEP button when in this display selects US
or Metric. The overhead console and instrument panel
displays will be in the selected units.
Auto Door Locks?
When this feature is selected, all doors and the liftgate
lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches
15 mph (25 km/h). Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select “Yes” or “No.”
Auto Unlock On Exit? (Available Only When the
AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On )
When this feature is selected all the vehicle’s doors will
unlock when the driver’s door is opened if the vehicle is
stopped and the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neu-
tral) position. Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select “Yes” or “No.”
Remote Unlock Driver’s Door 1st?
When this feature is selected only the driver’s door will
unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry unlock
button and require a second press to unlock the remaining
locked doors and liftgate. WhenREMOTE UNLOCK ALL
DOORS
is selected all of the doors and the liftgate will
unlock at the first press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button. Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select DRIVER’S DOOR 1ST or ALL DOORS.
Remote Linked To Memory? (Available with
Memory Seat Only)
When this feature is selected the memory seat, mirror,
and radio settings will return to the memory set position
when the remote keyless entry “Unlock” button is
pressed. If this feature is not selected then the memory
seat, mirror, and radio settings can only return to the
memory set position using the door mounted switch.
Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select
“Yes” or “No.”
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Sound Horn With Lock?
When this feature is selected a short horn sound will
occur when the remote keyless entry “Lock” button is
pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the
flash lights on lock/unlock feature. Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select “Yes” or “No.”
Flash Lights With Lock?
When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn
signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked
using the remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature
may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock
feature selected. Pressing the STEP button when in this
display will select “Yes” or “No.”
Headlamp Delay
When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when
exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for
30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90, or OFF.
Illuminated Approach?
When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when
entering the vehicle, to have the headlamps come on for 30,
60, or 90 seconds, or not come on at all. Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90, or OFF.
Auto Headlamp Low/High Beams? (Available with
SmartBeam Only)
When this feature is selected and the headlight switch
has been moved to the A (Auto) position, the headlights
will automatically switch from high to low beams when
approaching a vehicle. Pressing the STEP button when in
this display will select “Low Beam” or “Low/High
Beam.” Refer to “Lights — SmartBeams” in Section 3 of
this manual.
NOTE:System will activate at or above 20 mph (32
km/h).
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Headlamps On With Wipers? (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is selected and the headlight switch
has at least once been moved to the A (Auto) position, the
headlights will turn on when the wipers are turned on.
The headlights will also turn off when the wipers are
turned off if they were turned on in this way. Pressing the
STEP button when in this display will select “Yes” or
“No.”
NOTE:Turning the headlights on during the daytime
causes the instrument panel lights to dim. To increase the
brightness, refer to “Lights” in Section 3 of this manual.
Front Wipers Rain Sense? (Available with Rain
Sensing Wipers Only)
Pressing the STEP button when in this display will select
“Manual” or “Rain Sense.”
Service Interval
When this feature is selected a service interval between
2,000 (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (10 000 km) in 500 mile
(800 km) increments may be selected. Pressing the STEP
button when in this display will select distances between
2,000 (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (10 000 km) in 500 mile
(800 km) increments.
Reset Service Distance (Displays Only if Service
Interval was Changed)
When this feature is selected the current accumulated
service distance can be reset to the newly selected service
interval. Pressing the STEP button when in this display
will select “Yes” or “No.”
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Easy Entry/Exit Seat? (Available with Memory Seat
Only)
This feature provides automatic driver’s seat positioning
which will enhance driver mobility out of and into the
vehicle.
The Easy Entry/ Easy Exit feature is not enabled when
the vehicle is delivered from the factory. The Easy Entry/
Easy Exit feature is enabled (or later disabled) through
the programmable features in the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC). Pressing the STEP button
when in this display will select “Yes” or “No.” The seat
will return to the memorized seat location (if REMOTE
LINK TO MEMORY is set to YES) when the remote
keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the door. For
more information, refer to “Easy Entry/Exit Seat —
Driver Memory Seat” in Section 3 of this manual. (See
page 116 for more information.)
Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer
This display provides the outside temperature, one of the
eight compass headings to indicate the direction the
vehicle is facing, and vehicle trip information. The com-
pass and temperature display is the normal display.
When the C/T button is pressed the compass/
temperature display returns.
Compass/Temperature Button
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WARNING!
Even if the display still reads a few degrees above
32°F ( 0°C), the road surface may be icy, particularly
in woods or on bridges. Drive carefully under such
conditions to prevent an accident and possible per-
sonal injury or property damage.
Compass/Temperature Display
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Trip Computer
This feature, located in the instrument cluster, displays
the following information when the display is in the
“Compass/Temperature” mode and the STEP button is
pressed:
Step Button
Press the STEP button to cycle through all of the
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer displays.
Step Button
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