2006 JEEP COMMANDER roof rack

This vehicle also is equipped with window bags to
protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next
to a window. They are located above the side windows.
Their covers are also labeled SRS/AIRBAG.
NOTE:Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior
trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment.WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You may
damage the airbags and you could be injured be-
cause the airbags are no longer functional. These
protective covers for the airbag cushions are de-
signed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
•Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough
to block the location of the window bag. The area
where the window bag is located should remain free
from any obstructions.
•Do not have any accessory items installed which will
alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your
vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma-
nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation on
the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason.
•Do not cover or place items on the airbag covers. These
items may cause serious injury during inflation.Window Airbag Location
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▫Sunroof Fully Closed...................161

Command-View™ Skylights — If Equipped....161

Power Outlet..........................162

Cup Holders..........................164

Cargo Area Features.....................166▫Cargo Load Floor.....................166

Rear Window Features...................168
▫Rear Window Wiper/Washer.............168

Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped..........169
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the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be
turned OFF and ON to restart the rear wiper.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the
rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of
the engine compartment on the passenger side and
should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill
the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radia-
tor antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds
to flush out the residual 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
rack system or a number of after market 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 formation toward the front of the
vehicle as shown below. For improved windnoise perfor-
mance 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 indicated 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.
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NOTE:If the rear cross rail (or any metallic object) is
placed over the satellite radio antenna (if equipped), you
may experience interruption of satellite radio reception.
For improved satellite radio reception, place the rear
cross rail in detent position #4 when not in use.CAUTION!
•To prevent damage to the roof of your vehicle, DO NOT
carry any loads on the roof rack without cross rails in-
stalled. 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 protec-
tion 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.
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners carefully 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.
Cross Rail Positions
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WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof
rack “Cautions” when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
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NOTE:Pressing theSEEKorSCANbutton while
performing a music type scan will change the channel by
one and stop the search. Pressing a pre-set memory
button during a music type scan, will call up the memory
channel and stop the search.
PTY ButtonSEEK
When the desired program is obtained, press theSEEK
button within five seconds. The channel will change to
the next channel that matches the program type selected.
Satellite Antenna
To ensure optimum reception on vehicles available with
a luggage rack, do not place items on the roof around the
rooftop antenna location. Metal objects placed within the
line of sight of the antenna will cause decreased perfor-
mance. Larger luggage items should be placed as far
forward as possible. Do not place items directly on or
above the antenna.
Reception Quality
Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the
following reasons.
•The vehicle is parked in an underground parking
structure or under a physical obstacle.
•Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception.
•Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can
cause intermittent reception.
•Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can
cause signal blockage.
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Liftgate, Tailgate........................ 18
Power Door........................... 20
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH)............................ 63,64
Lubrication, Body....................... 363
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 169
Lumbar Support........................ 106
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 359
Maintenance Procedures................... 351
Maintenance Schedule.................... 392
Schedule “A”......................... 405
Schedule “B”......................... 395
Maintenance Schedules.................... 392
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 178,349
Manual, Service......................... 416
Master Cylinder (Brakes).................. 371
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 114
Memory Seat........................... 114Memory Seats and Radio.................. 114
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 195
Mirrors ................................ 78
Automatic Dimming..................... 79
Electric Powered....................... 81
Electric Remote........................ 81
Exterior Folding........................ 80
Heated.............................. 80
Outside.............................. 80
Rearview............................. 78
Vanity ............................... 82
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 9
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 297
Mopar Parts.........................350,415
Multi-Displacement Engine System........... 280
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 122
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 68
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