2004 CHRYSLER CONCORDE Owners Manual

SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.
•Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in
or out of the area.
•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling con-
trols to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower
at high speed.
•To avoid drawing exhaust gases into the vehicle, close
the trunk while driving. However, if for some reason itmust 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.
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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..........................55
▫Front Seat Cupholders
(Concorde Limited Vehicles Only)...........55
▫Rear Seat Cupholders...................55
Coat Hook............................55
Mirrors..............................56
▫Adjusting The Inside Day/Night Mirror......56
▫Automatic Dimming Mirror Feature.........56
▫Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If
Equipped............................56
▫Electric Remote Control Mirrors............57
▫Mirror Adjustment.....................57
Seats................................59
▫Power Seats..........................59
▫Power Reclining Seats...................59
▫Driver’s Seat Glide –To – Exit Feature........60
▫Lumbar Support.......................61
▫Heated Seats— If Equipped...............61
▫Memory Feature.......................61
▫Programming The Remote Keyless Transmitter
For The Memory Feature.................62
▫Head Restraints.......................63
To Open And Close The Hood.............64
Interior Lights.........................65
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▫To Turn The Interior Lights On.............65
▫Battery Saver Feature—Interior Lights........65
▫Instrument Panel Lighting................65
▫Front Map/Reading Lights...............66
▫Rear Seat Reading/Courtesy Lights.........66
Exterior Lights.........................66
▫Headlights And Parking Lights............66
▫Lights-On Reminder....................67
▫Automatic Headlights...................67
▫Headlight Time Delay...................67
▫Battery Saver Feature...................68
▫Fog Lights...........................68
▫Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only)......68
Multifunction Control Lever...............68
▫Turn Signals..........................68
▫Headlight Dimmer Switch................69▫Passing Light.........................69
▫Windshield Wipers And Washers...........69
▫Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System....70
Tilt Steering Column.....................71
Traction Control Switch — If Equipped.......72
Electronic Speed Control..................72
▫To Activate...........................73
▫To Set At A Desired Speed................73
▫To Deactivate.........................73
▫To Resume Speed......................74
▫To Vary The Speed Setting................74
▫To Accelerate For Passing................74
▫Using Speed Control On Hills.............74
Overhead Console......................75
▫Dome/Reading Lights...................75
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........76
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▫Programming The Universal Transceiver......77
▫“Rolling Code” Programming.............78
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . .80
▫Operation............................80
▫Reprogramming A Single Button...........80
▫Security.............................80
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped.........81
▫Programming The Universal Transceiver......82
▫“Rolling Code” Programming.............84
▫Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . .85
▫Operation............................86
▫Reprogramming a Single Universal Transceiver
Button..............................86
▫Security.............................86
Power Sun Roof — If Equipped............87
▫Wind Buffeting........................88▫Sun Roof Maintenance...................88
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) — If Equipped
...................88
▫Customer Programmable Features..........89
▫Compass/Temperature/Trip Computer.......93
▫Trip Computer........................93
Overhead Travel Information Center — If
Equipped
.............................96
▫US/M Button.........................97
▫Reset Button..........................97
▫Global Reset..........................97
▫Step Button..........................97
▫Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO).........97
▫Distance To Empty (DTE)................97
▫Trip Odometer (ODO)...................98
▫Elapsed Time (ET)......................98
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▫C/T Button..........................98
▫Compass/Temperature Display............98
▫Automatic Compass Calibration............98▫Manual Compass Calibration..............98
▫Outside Temperature...................100
Electrcal Power Outlet..................100
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CUP HOLDERS
Front Seat Cupholders (Concorde Limited
Vehicles Only)
The cupholders are located in the forward edge of the
console. Press the forward edge of the console to release
the cupholders. Press the cupholder back into the console
when they are no longer needed.
Rear Seat Cupholders
The rear cupholders are located in the rear seat folding
arm rest. Lower the arm rest and the cupholders are
exposed.
COAT HOOK
The coat hook is located next to the Rear Seat Reading/
Courtesy Light Switch. Pull the hook down for access.
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MIRRORS
Adjusting The Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical mirror adjustment.
Automatic Dimming Mirror Feature
This mirror will automatically adjust for annoying head-
light glare from vehicles behind you. Push in the button
on the base of the mirror to activate the dimming feature.
A green light in the button will illuminate when this
feature is on.
NOTE:This feature is most effective when left in the
ON position.
Heated Remote Control Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear
window defrost.
NOTE:On vehicles equipped with the automatic dim-
ming mirror feature, and when the dimming feature is
activated, the heated remote control mirrors will be
automatically dimmed as well.
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