2008 CHRYSLER ASPEN Owners Manual

Third Row Seat 40% Seatback FoldThird Row Seat Features
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DRIVER MEMORY SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
Once programmed, the memory buttons 1 and 2 on the
driver's door panel can be used to recall the driver's seat
position, driver's outside mirror position, adjustable
brake and accelerator pedals position, Automatic Tem-
perature Control (ATC) temperature and radio station
Third Row Seat Folded ForwardThird Row Seat Return Pull Strap
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preset settings. Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Trans-
mitters can also be programmed to recall the same
positions when the UNLOCK button is pressed.
Your vehicle was delivered with two RKE Transmitters.
One or both transmitters can be linked to either memoryposition. The memory system can accommodate up to
two transmitters, each transmitter linked to either of the
two memory positions.
Setting Memory Positions and Linking Remote
Keyless Entry Transmitter to Memory
NOTE:Each time the SET (S) button and a numbered
button (1 or 2) are pressed, you erase the memory settings
for that button and store new settings.
1. Adjust the driver's seat, recliner, and both sideview
mirrors to the desired positions.
NOTE:Not all motors may be moved at one time.
Please refer to the 8-way power seat description in this
section.
2. Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired
positions.
Memory Buttons
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3. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up
to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set).
4. Adjust the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
while the ATC is in Auto mode.
5. Press and release the SET (S) button located on the
driver's door.
6. Within five seconds, press and release memory button
1 or 2 on the driver's door. The next step must be
performed within 10 seconds if you desire to also use a
RKE Transmitter to recall memory positions.
7. Press and release the LOCK button on one of the
transmitters.
8. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to
the ON position.9. Repeat the above steps to set the next memory posi-
tion using the other numbered memory button or to link
another RKE Transmitter to memory.
NOTE:A chime sound may be heard if Setting Memory
was inhibited for any reason.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE:
²The driver's seat belt must be unbuckled to recall
memory positions.
²The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory posi-
tions.
²Not all motors may be moved at one time. Please refer
to the 8-way power seat description in this section.
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To recall the memory settings for driver one, press
memory button number 1 on the driver's door or the
UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry Transmit-
ter linked to memory position 1.
To recall the memory setting for driver two, press
memory button number 2 on the driver's door or the
UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmit-
ter linked to memory position 2.
A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory
buttons on the driver's door during a recall (S, 1, or 2), or
pressing any one of the power seat buttons, or pressing
the adjustable pedals button, or pressing either the LOCK
or UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry Trans-
mitter when not in the ignition switch. When a recall is
cancelled, the driver's seat, and the pedals stop moving.
A delay of one second will occur before another recall can
be selected.NOTE:A chime sound may be heard if Setting Memory
was inhibited for any reason.
To Disable A Transmitter Linked to Memory
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and
remove the key.
2. Press and release the memory SET (S) button located
on the driver's door.
3. Within 10 seconds, press and release the UNLOCK
button on the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter.
To disable another transmitter linked to either memory
position, repeat steps 1-3 for each transmitter.
NOTE:The capability to link RKE Transmitters to
memory is enabled when delivered from the factory. The
capability to link RKE Transmitters to memory can be
disabled (or later reenabled) by a qualified
DaimlerChrysler representative. For vehicles equipped
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with the Electronic vehicle Information Center (EVIC),
refer to ªPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)º under ªOverhead Console with Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ± If Equippedº in
Section 3.
Self-Limiting Control
To improve vehicle reliability, the memory system in-
cludes a self-limiting control for full travel positioning of
power seat and adjustable pedal movement (all direc-
tions). This self-limiting control may, however, develop
an unintended movement limitation if an obstruction is
encountered sometime during usage. One example of
such an occurrence may include a box or package ob-
structing the full rearward movement of the driver's seat.
Once the obstruction is removed, the self-limiting control
may be restored to maximum position. The self-limiting
control may be restored by first reaching the recently
limited or obstructed position, then release and reactivatethe same button or buttons. Continued seat travel beyond
the obstructed position will indicate the recently encoun-
tered self-limitation has been cleared.
Driver Easy Exit and Easy Entry Control
This additional feature provides automatic driver's seat
positioning which will enhance driver mobility out of
and into the vehicle. The seat cushion will move rear-
ward approximately 2.5 inches (60 mm) when the key is
removed from the ignition switch. The seat will move
forward approximately 2.5 inches (60 mm) when the key
is placed into the ignition and turned out of the LOCK
position. Each stored memory setting will have an asso-
ciated Easy Exit and Easy Entry position. The Easy Exit
and Easy Entry feature may be automatically disabled if
the seat is positioned rearward enough and there is no
benefit in moving the seat any farther rearward.
NOTE:The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature can be en-
abled or disabled through the programmable features in
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the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). For
details, refer to ªPersonal Settings (Customer Program-
mable Features)º under ªOverhead Console with Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ± If Equippedº
in Section 3.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
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Then push the safety latch lever to the left. It is located
between the grille and hood opening right of the center.To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the center front
edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed,
with both latches engaged.
NOTE:Ensure hood prop rod is fully seated into clip
before closing hood to prevent damage to grille.
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
Be sure all hood latches are fully latched before
driving.
Hood Safety Catch
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