2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ECO mode

Defrost Mode
Air comes from the windshield and side window demist
outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your
windshield and side windows.
NOTE: For improved safety, the compressor is activated
and the recirculation mode is deactivated when Mix or Defrost modes are selected. This is done to assist in
drying the air and it will help in keeping the windows
from fogging.
Manual Air Conditioning Operation
To turn on the air conditioning, set the front
blower control to any position except O (OFF) and
press the A/C button which is located next to the
recirculation button. An indicator light on the A/C
button shows that the air conditioning is on.
Cool dehumidified air comes through the outlets selected
by the Mode Control. To turn off the air conditioning,
press the A/C button a second time. The indicator light
will turn off.
NOTE:
• The compressor will not engage until the engine has
been running for a few seconds.Defrost Outlets UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 279
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• If your air conditioning performance seems lower than
expected, check the A/C air filter, if so equipped, and
the front of the A/C condenser for an accumulation of
dirt or insects. The A/C condenser is located in front
of the radiator. The A/C air filter is located under the
instrument panel on the passenger side.
• Fabric type fascia protectors tend to block the amount
of air to the condenser and may reduce air condition-
ing performance.
Economy Mode
If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn
off the indicator light, and the A/C compressor. Move the
temperature control lever to the desired temperature.
Recirculation Control
Press the recirculation button to recirculate the
air inside the vehicle. This is located next to the
A/C button. An indicator light on the button
shows that air is being recirculated. Use the recirculation mode to rapidly cool the inside of the
vehicle. The recirculation mode can also be used to
temporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and dust.
NOTE:
• When the ignition switch is turned OFF, the recircula-
tion feature will be cancelled.
• 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.
• If the recirculation button is pressed while in the Mix
or Defrost mode, the indicator light in the recirculation
button will flash 3 times indicating that recirculation is
not allowed.280 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

A/C Recirculation Programming
The recirculation control is programmed to cancel the
recirculation mode when the ignition key is turned OFF
and will reset to outside air mode when the ignition key
is turned ON. The frequent use of outside air will help
keep odors from building up within the air conditioner-
heater housing. It is recommended that the recirculation
mode be used as little as possible, especially in humid
climates.
For hot and dry climates, or people who are allergic to
pollen and find frequent use of the recirculation mode
necessary, the recirculation mode can be programmed to
not automatically reset to the outside mode by using the
following procedures:
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
• Set the mode control to “ PANEL ” . • Depress and hold in the “ Rear Wipe/Wash ” button.
• Start the engine, and continue to hold in the “ Rear
Wipe/Wash ” button until the indicator light starts
flashing repeatedly.
• Press the recirculation button until the indicator light
remains lit.
• The selection will be stored when the ignition switch is
turned OFF or if the “ Rear Wipe/Wash ” button is
pressed.
If the recirculation indicator light is lit, the recirculation
mode will not reset when the engine is started. If the
recirculation indicator light is not lit, the recirculation
mode will reset to the outside air mode when the engine
is started. The programmed status can be changed back
and forth by following the above mentioned procedure. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 281
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Rear Temperature And Mode Control
When the center knob on the front climate control unit is
set to the “ REAR ” position, the second seat occupants
have control of the rear temperature and modes as
follows:
• The rear temperature knob controls both the rear
temperature and mode. When the temperature knob is
in the cold position, cold air will be delivered from the
headliner outlets. As the rear temperature knob is
turned towards hot, the air will get warmer, and the
air will be delivered from both the headliner and floor
outlets. When the rear temperature knob reaches the
full hot position, all of the air will be delivered from
the floor outlets.
• When the center knob on the front climate control unit
is set to any position other than “ REAR ” , the rear temperature selection follows the setting of the driv-
er ’ s temperature control on the front climate control
unit. The rear mode selection follows the setting of the
front mode control.
Rear Economy Mode
If rear economy mode is desired, set the center knob on
the front control unit to the “ REAR ” position. Turn the
A/C button OFF and select any mode except “ MIX ” or
“ DEFROST ” .
The rear temperature knob and the rear blower speed can
be adjusted as desired by the second seat occupants.
Automatic Temperature Control — If Equipped
The Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
System automatically maintains the interior comfort level
desired by the driver and all passengers. This is accom-
plished by using two infrared sensors, located in the
center of the instrument panel. The two infrared sensors
independently measure the surface temperature of the284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

• The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric by
selecting the US/M customer programmable feature.
Refer to the “ Overhead Console-Customer Program-
mable Features ” in Section 3 of this manual.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic
mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will remain
off and “ DELAY ” will appear in the front ATC display
until the engine warms up. Also, an estimate of the time
remaining until the “ DELAY ” is over will appear peri-
odically in the display. However, the fan will engage
immediately if the defrost mode is selected or by rotating
the blower control to any fixed blower speed.
This feature may be disabled using the following proce-
dure:
• Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto LO
buttons for 5 seconds. • The “ DELAY ” symbol will flash to indicate that the
feature as been disabled.
This feature may be enabled using the following proce-
dure:
• Press and hold the Heated Rear Window and Auto HI
buttons for 5 seconds.
• The “ DELAY ” symbol will flash to indicate that the
feature as been enabled.
Power Button
This button turns the entire system ON/OFF. When the
system is turned on it will return to the previous settings.
Manual Operation
This system offers a full complement of manual override
features. The “ AUTO ” symbol in the front ATC display
will be turned off when the system is being used in the
manual mode.286 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Defrost Mode
Air comes from the windshield and side window demist
outlets. Use this setting when necessary to defrost your
windshield and side windows. NOTE: While operating in either  Auto HI  or  Auto
LO  , the system will not automatically sense the presence
of fog, mist, or ice on the windshield.  Defrost  mode
must be manually selected to clear the windshield and
side glass.
The  snowflake  or  a/c  button allows the opera-
tor to manually activate or deactivate the air
conditioning system. When the snowflake symbol
in the ATC display is on, cool, dehumidified air flows
through the air outlets. If economy mode is desired, press
the snowflake button to turn off the snowflake icon in the
ATC display and deactivate the air conditioning system.
Note: While operating in  auto hi  or  auto lo  , the air
conditioning system is always activated. If fog, or mist
appears on the windshield or side glass, select  defrost 
mode and increase blower speed.Defrost Outlets290 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Recirculation Control
When outside air contains smoke, odors, high
humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you
may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing
the recirculation button. The recirculation
mode should only be used temporarily. The recirculation
symbol will illuminate in the display when this button is
selected. Push the button a second time to turn off the
recirculation icon in the display and allow outside air
into the vehicle.
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 —
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 system provides heated air through the
floor outlets or cool, dehumidified air through the head-
liner outlets.
The “ REAR SYSTEM ” knob for the Rear Automatic
Temperature Control System is on the front ATC control
unit located on the instrument panel.
Selecting the “ AUTO ” position for the Rear Automatic
Temperature Control System from the front ATC control
unit, illuminates a “ LOCK ” symbol in the rear display.
The rear temperature and air source are controlled from
the front ATC control unit.
The “ REAR SYSTEM ” knob on the front ATC control unit
has three positions, “ REAR CONTROL ” , “ OFF ” , andUNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 291
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“ AUTO ” . Only when the “ REAR SYSTEM ” knob is in the
“ REAR CONTROL ” 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 “ REAR CONTROL ” position, this
illuminates an “ UNLOCK ” symbol in the rear display.
Next, rotate the Rear Blower Control and the Rear Mode
Control to the “ AUTO ” positions. Select the temperature
you would like the system to maintain by pressing the
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:
• It 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.Rear Automatic Temperature Control292 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL