JEEP COMMANDER 2009 1.G Owners Manual

The cargo load floor is held by spring loaded latches. In
order to use the cargo load floor, use the following
procedure:
NOTE: The cargo load floor latches should not be
used as cargo tie-downs.1. Flip up pull loop(s) so they are perpendicular (straight
up) to the top surface of the tray.
2. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they are
parallel to the slotted hole in tray.
3. Lift tray over loop(s), and reposition tray.
Rear Storage Cover
Cargo Load Floor
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4. Pull up on loop(s) and twist 90 degrees, so they are
perpendicular (straight up) to the slotted hole in tray.
5. Push loop(s) back down, so they are parallel to the top
of the tray.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
A switch on the right side of the steering column controls
operation of the rear wiper/washer function. Rotating
the center of the switch forward to the on position will
activate the wiper. The rear wiper operates in an inter-
mittent mode only. Rotating the center of the switch all
the way forward will turn on the wash function. The
wash pump will continue to operate as long as the button
is pressed. Upon release, the wipers will cycle two times
before returning to the set position.If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
OFF, the wiper will automatically return to the “Park”
position if power accessory delay is active. Power acces-
sory delay can be cancelled by opening the door; if this
happens, the rear wiper will stop at its current position
and will not go to “Park”.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
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If the liftgate flipper glass is open, connection to the rear
window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the
rear wiper blade. When the liftgate flipper glass is closed,
the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be
turned off and on to restart the rear wiper.
Rear Window Defroster — If Equipped
Press this button (located on the climate control
panel) to turn on the rear window defroster and
the heated side mirrors (if equipped). An LED in the
button will illuminate to indicate the rear window de-
froster is on. The defroster automatically turns off after
about 10 minutes of operation.
CAUTION!
•To avoid damaging the electrical conductors of the
rear window defroster, do not use scrapers, sharp
instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window.
•Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
External racks do not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure that the total occupant
and luggage load inside the vehicle, plus the load on the
luggage rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity.
This vehicle is not equipped with roof rack cross rails as
built, unless ordered as optional equipment. Cross rails
must be installed prior to carrying loads on the roof rack.
If not equipped, your authorized dealer can order and
install Moparcross rails built specifically for this roof
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rack system or a number of aftermarket rails that are
tailored to your life style or activities.
The optional cross rails have five specific locations iden-
tified by a feature on both the side rail and the cross rail.
Cross rails must be secured in one of the five detent
locations on the side rail to prevent movement with a
sudden stop. The cross rails must also be installed using
the correct orientation (the longer rail toward the front)
with the wind trip toward the front of the vehicle as
shown below. For improved windnoise performance
when cross rails are not in use, place them in detent
positions #1 (first detent from the front of the vehicle) and
#4 (second detent from the rear of the vehicle) as indi-
cated with a unique feature on the side rails.The grab
handles (A) on the back of the vehicle (if equipped) are
not to be used as a towing feature.
NOTE:If the rear cross rail (or any metallic object) is
placed over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), youmay experience interruption of satellite radio reception.
For improved satellite radio reception, place the rear
cross rail in detent position #4 when not in use.
Cross Rail Positions
1 — Front of Vehicle
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CAUTION!
•To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO
NOT carry any loads on the roof rack without
cross rails installed. The load should be secured
and placed on top of the cross rails, not directly on
the roof. If it is necessary to place the load on the
roof, place a blanket or some other protection
between the load and the roof surface.
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the rated load capacity of your cross rail
system or the roof rack system maximum load
capacity of 150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute
heavy loads as evenly as possible and secure the
load appropriately.
•Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, should be
secured to both the front and rear of the vehicle.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward loads.
This is especially true on large flat loads and may
result in damage to the cargo or your vehicle.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the roof rack
“Cautions” when carrying cargo on your roof rack.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features................ 189
Instrument Cluster..................... 190
Instrument Cluster Description............ 191
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 200
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays........................... 201
▫Engine Oil Change Indicator System....... 205
▫Trip Functions....................... 206
▫Keyless Go Display — If Equipped........ 209▫Compass Display..................... 210
▫Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features)........................... 212
▫System Status....................... 216
Sales Code REQ — AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6–Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX
Jack)................................ 218
▫Operating Instructions - Radio Mode....... 218
▫Operation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video) . . . 2274

▫Notes On Playing MP3/WMA Files........ 229
▫List Button (Disc Mode For
MP3/WMA Play)..................... 231
▫Info Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play)............................. 231
AM/FM/CD/DVD Multimedia System Radio
(RER/REN) – If Equipped................ 234
▫Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) — If Equipped............. 234
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free
Communication (UConnect)—
If Equipped......................... 234
▫Clock Setting Procedure................ 234
Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................ 236▫Operating Instructions — Radio Mode...... 237
▫Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play.................. 240
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files............. 242
▫Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.... 244
Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio............................... 245
▫Operating Instructions — Radio Mode...... 245
▫Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play.................. 251
▫Notes On Playing MP3 Files............. 253
▫List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 256
▫Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 256
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Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) —
If Equipped........................... 257
▫Connecting The iPod................. 258
▫Using This Feature................... 258
▫Controlling The iPodUsing Radio Buttons . . 258
▫Play Mode......................... 259
▫List Or Browse Mode.................. 260
Satellite Radio — If Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES Radios Only)......... 262
▫System Activation.................... 262
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID)......... 263
▫Selecting Satellite Mode................ 263
▫Satellite Antenna..................... 264▫Reception Quality.................... 264
▫Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode..... 264
▫Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................ 266
Sirius Backseat TV™ — If Equipped........ 267
Video Entertainment System™ (Sales Code
XRV) — If Equipped.................... 267
Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped........................... 268
▫Radio Operation..................... 269
▫CD Player.......................... 269
CD/DVD Maintenance.................. 270
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 270
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Climate Controls...................... 271
▫Manual Air Conditioning And Heating
System — If Equipped................. 271
▫Automatic Temperature Control — If
Equipped.......................... 274▫Rear Climate Control — If Equipped....... 281
▫Operating Tips...................... 283
▫Operating Tips Chart.................. 285
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