2004 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY instrument panel

Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from both the instrument panel outlets, floor
outlets and defrost. A slight amount of air is also directed
through the side window demister outlets.
NOTE:In many temperature positions, the bi-level
mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel
outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window demister
outlets.
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Mix Mode
Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window
demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or snowy
conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable while keep-
ing the windshield clear.Defrost Mode
Air comes from the windshield and side window demist
outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your
windshield and side windows.
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Depress the ªA/Cº button to turn on and off the
air conditioning during manual operation only.
Cool dehumidified air comes through the outlets
selected by the Mode Control. To turn off the air condi-
tioning, press the A/C button a second time. The A/C
symbol in the display will turn off.
Recirculation Control
When the outside air contains smoke, odors,
high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired
you may wish to recirculate interior air by
pressing the recirculation icon button. The re-
circulation mode should only be used temporarily. The
recirculate symbol will illuminate in the display when
this button is selected. You may select the recirculation
mode separately or with the A/C feature, if rapid cooling
is desired. Push in on the buttons a second time to turn
the systems off.NOTE:In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode
may lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation
mode is not allowed in the Mix and Defrost modes to
improve window clearing operation. Recirculation will
be disabled automatically if these modes are selected.
Auxiliary Rear Automatic Temperature Control Ð
If Equipped
The Rear Automatic Temperature Control System has
floor air outlets to the rear of the right side sliding door
and overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating
position. The unit provides heated air through the floor
outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the headliner
outlets.
The ªREAR SYSTEMº knob for the Rear Automatic
Temperature Control System is on the front ATC control
unit located on the instrument panel.
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Selecting the ªAUTOº position for the Rear Automatic
Temperature Control System from the front ATC control
unit, illuminates a ªLOCKº symbol in the rear display.
The rear temperature and air source are controlled from
the front ATC control unit.
The ªREAR SYSTEMº knob on the front ATC control unit
has three positions, ªREAR CONTROLº, ªOFFº, and
ªAUTOº. Only when the ªREAR SYSTEMº knob is in the
ªREAR CONTROLº position do the second seat occu-
pants have control of the Rear Automatic Temperature
Control System.
The Rear Automatic Temperature Control System is
located in the headliner near the center of the vehicle.Operation of the rear system is quite simple. Begin by
rotating the rear system center control knob on the front
ATC control unit to the ªREAR CONTROLº position, this
illuminates an ªUNLOCKº symbol in the rear display.
Next, rotate the Rear Blower Control and the Rear Mode
Control to the ªAUTOº positions. Select the temperature
you would like the system to maintain by pressing the
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Rear Temperature Control button. Once the desired tem-
perature is displayed, the system will achieve and main-
tain that comfort level automatically. When the system is
set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change
the settings. You will experience the greatest efficiency by
simply allowing the system to function automatically.
NOTE:
²It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for
cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts
the temperature, mode and fan speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
²The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by
selecting the US/M customer programmable feature.
Refer to the ªOverhead Console-Customer Program-
mable Featuresº in Section 3 of this manual.
Rear Blower Control
The rear blower control, located in
the headliner near the center of
the vehicle has an ªOFFº,
ªAUTOº and a range of blower
speeds.
The rear blower control knob can be manually set to
ªOFFº or any fixed blower speed by rotating the knob
from low to high. This allows the rear seat occupants to
control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the
vehicle.
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CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Rear Automatic Temperature
Control System through an intake grille located in
the passenger side trim panel behind the third seat.
The heater outlets are located in the passenger side
trim panel just behind the sliding door. Do not block
or place objects directly in front of the inlet grille or
heater outlets. The electrical system could overload
causing damage to the blower motor.
Rear Temperature Control
To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, press
the temperature control button down for cold and up for
heated air.
Rear Mode Control
The Rear Mode Control, located in
the headliner near the center of
the vehicle can be used to select
between Auto, Headliner, Bi-
Level and Floor modes.
Auto Mode
The rear system automatically maintains the correct
mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu-
pants.
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets.
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Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the
floor outlets.
NOTE:In many temperature positions, the bi-level
mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head-
liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Headliner Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of
these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct
the flow of air. Moving the air vane knob on the outlets to
one side will shut off the air flow.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles
must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant
to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. A 50% solution of ethyleneglycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Refer
to section 7, Maintenance Procedures, of this manual for
proper coolant selection.
Winter Operation
The air from the heater system will heat faster in cold
weather if you use only low blower speeds for the first 10
minutes of vehicle operation. Use of the air Recirculation
mode during winter months is not recommended be-
cause it may cause window fogging.
Vacation Storage
Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air condi-
tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh
air and high blower setting. This will insure adequate
system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com-
pressor damage when the system is started again.
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Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy
or humid weather. To clear the windows, use the A/C,
PANEL and blower controls. Direct the panel outlets
toward the side windows. Do not use the Recirculation
mode without A/C for long periods as fogging may
occur.
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re-
moved by using the defrost mode.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they
enter the plenum they could plug the water drains. In
winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice,
slush and snow.
Operating Tips
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