2008 CHRYSLER ASPEN center console

If the ignition is off and any door is left ajar for eight
minutes or the dimmer control is rotated upwards for 15
minutes, the interior lights will automatically turn off.
If the headlights remain on while the ignition is cycled
off, the exterior lights will automatically turn off after
eight minutes. If the headlights are turned on and left on
for eight minutes while the ignition is off, the exterior
lights will automatically turn off.
NOTE:Battery Saver mode is cancelled if the ignition is
ON.
NOTE:While the engine is running, the system will
deactivate the Fog Lights and Heated seats if a low
battery system voltage is detected.Headlight Delay
To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a
headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for 90
seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is
cycled off while the headlight switch is on, and then the
headlight switch is cycled off. The headlights will remain
on for 90 seconds. Headlight delay can be cancelled by
either turning the headlight switch ON then OFF or by
turning the ignition ON.
The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles
equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC). For details, refer to ªPersonal Settings (Customer
Programmable Features)º under ªOverhead Console
with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ± If
Equippedº in Section 3.
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Automatic Headlights Ð If Equipped
Automatic headlights can be activated by rotating the
rotary headlight switch to the symbol ªA.º The head-
lights will turn on when the engine is running and the
ambient light sensor indicates that the headlights should
be activated. The headlights will turn off if the headlight
switch is rotated to the OFF position or 90 seconds after
the ignition is turned to OFF.
Headlights, Parking Lights, Panel Lights
When the headlight switch is rotated to the first position
to the right, the parking lights, taillights, side marker
lights, license plate light and instrument panel lights are
all turned on. The headlights will turn ON when the
switch is rotated to the second position.
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlight lenses
that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage
than glass headlights.Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other abrasive materials to clean the lenses.Illuminated Entry
Headlights turn on for 90 seconds, when the Remote
Keyless Entry UNLOCK button is pressed.
The illuminated entry time is programmable on vehicles
equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC). For details, refer to ªPersonal Settings (Customer
Programmable Features)º under ªOverhead Console
with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ± If
Equippedº in Section 3.
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REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
NOTE:The manufacturer suggests disabling the Rear
Park Assist System when towing a trailer. Refer to
ªPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)º
under ªOverhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC) ± If Equippedº in Section 3.
This system is used to help drivers determine if an
obstacle is in the way of the vehicle while it is backing up
in addition to the use of inside rearview and outside
mirrors.
When the driver selects REVERSE, the system scans for
objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in
the rear bumper. Objects can be detected from up to 78.7
in (200 cm). A warning display above the rear window
provides both visible and audible warnings indicating
the range of the object.The warning display contains two sets of yellow and red
LEDs, one set to warn of obstacles behind the left rear of
the vehicle and the other set to warn of obstacles behind
the right rear of the vehicle. The driver can view the LEDs
either through the rearview mirror or by looking at the
display above the rear window.
Rear Park Assist LEDs
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NOTE:
²Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debris
to keep the system operating properly.
²Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could
affect the performance of the system.
If ªService Park Assist Systemº appears in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after making sure the
rear bumper is clean, please see your authorized dealer.
To turn on/off the rear park assist system, refer to
ªPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)º
under ªOverhead Console with Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC) ± If Equippedº in Section 3.
REAR CAMERA Ð IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Rear Camera
system that allows you to see an on-screen image (located
in the screen of your Radio) of the rear of your vehicle
whenever it is put into REVERSE. The camera is located
in the light bar over the rear license plate.
NOTE:Refer to ªSetting Display Propertiesº under
ªSystem Settingsº in the Navigation User's Manual for
instructions regarding navigation screen brightness ad-
justments.
Use the following steps to access the Rear Backup Cam-
era feature:
1. Start the engine.
2. Depress the brake pedal and place the shift lever in
REVERSE.
3. Wait one to two seconds, and the camera view will
display on the Radio screen.
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²Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Ð If
Equipped
Courtesy/Reading Lights
Near the front of the console is one courtesy and two
reading lights.
All lights illuminate as courtesy lights when a door is
opened, when the dimmer control is rotated to the
courtesy light position (fully upward position), or when
the UNLOCK button is pressed on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) Transmitter, if so equipped. The two round
lamps are also operated individually as reading lights by
pressing the center of each lens.
NOTE:The courtesy/reading lights will remain on until
the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle. If the interior
lights are left on after the vehicle is turned OFF, they will
turn off after 15 minutes.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH ELECTRONIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Ð IF
EQUIPPED
The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, and
an Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Dome/Reading Lights
Located in the overhead console are two dome/reading
lights.
The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is
opened or when the interior lights are turned on by
rotating the dimmer control located on the headlight
switch.
The reading lights are activated by pressing the center of
each lens.
NOTE:The dome/reading lights will remain on until
the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle.
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ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
This vehicle has three auxiliary power outlets that can
provide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories de-
signed for use with the standard power outlet adapters.
The outlet located in the lower portion of the instrument
panel has a snap on plastic cap so that it can be covered
when not in use. As a safety precaution, the outlet in the
instrument panel only operates with the ignition switch
ON. When the optional Cigar Lighter heating element is
used, it heats when pushed in and pops out automati-
cally when ready for use.To preserve the heating
element, do not hold the lighter in the heating position.
There are two additional 12 V/(20 total Amps for both
outlets) power outlets, one located in the storage bin of
the center console and another located in the right rear
cargo area. These outlets can be reconfigured by the
customer to operate only when the ignition is ON(switched battery fed) or with the ignition ON or OFF
(battery fed) to allow for cellular telephone charging and
or operation while the ignition is off.
NOTE:All accessories connected to these outlets should
be removed or turned OFF when the vehicle is not in use
to protect the battery against discharge (unless the cus-
tomer has reconfigured the fuse block to switched battery
feed). (See page 187 for more information.)
115V Inverter Outlet ± If Equipped
This vehicle may also be equipped with a 115 Volt (150
Watts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the front center
console. These outlets can power cell phones, electronics
and other low power devices. This plug is controlled by
a switch located in left lower instrument panel.
Press the switch to turn the power on to the outlet. Press
the switch a second to turn the power off.
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FLOOR CONSOLE
Front Floor Console Features
The floor console between the driver's and front passen-
ger's seat, has the following features:
²Miscellaneous storage compartments
²Portable phone storage bin
²Portable phone cord routing on the sides of the console
lid and the base.
²12 Volt reconfigurable power outlet inside storage
compartment
²Side open armrest lid
²Tissue holder and pen holder
²Coin slots
²Removable CD bin
²115 V Inverter Plug
²RCA Jacks
The coin slots are located under the instrument panel
center stack.
Cupholders
Your vehicle has eight cupholders. Four are located in the
center console, two are located in the second row armrest
or rear floor console (if equipped), and two are located in
the left-hand quarter panel for third row occupants. The
cupholders and storage bin located in the front of the
center console can be accessed by pressing on the access
doors.
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NOTE:In colder temperatures you may experience a
slight delay on console doors opening; the console door
speed will come back to normal after 1±2 cycles.
The front storage bin in the center console is equipped
with a removable bin mat. This mat can be removed by
pulling on the tab located on the front edge of the bin
mat. Removing this mat will allow you to retrieve any
lost items that are between the bin doors.
Cupholder Doors
Front Center Console
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