2008 CHRYSLER PACIFICA instrument panel

Multi-Function Lever
The Multi-Function Lever controls the operation of the
headlights, parking lights, turn signals, headlight beam
selection, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights,
the passing lights, and fog lights. The lever is located on
the left side of the steering column.
Headlights, Parking Lights, Instrument Panel
Lights
Turn the end of the Multi-Function Lever to the first
detent for parking light and instrument panel light
operation. Turn to the second detent for headlight, park
light and instrument panel light operation.
To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
rotate the center portion of the Multi-Function Lever up
or down.
Dimmer Control
With the parking lights or headlights
on, rotating the dimmer control for the
interior lights on the Multi-Function
Lever upward will increase the bright-
ness of the instrument panel lights.
Multi-Function Control Lever
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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 Sense Systemº appears in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) after making sure the
rear bumper is clean please see your authorized dealer.
Enable/Disable the Rear Park Assist System Ð If
Equipped
The Rear Park Assist System can be enabled and disabled
with a switch located on the switch bank of the instru-
ment panel. When the switch is pressed to disable the
system, the instrument cluster will display the9PARK
ASSIST DISABLED9message. Refer to ªElectronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)º in Section 4 of this manual.
When the shift lever is changed to R (Reverse) and thesystem is disabled, the instrument cluster will actuate a
single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display
the message.
The Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be ON when the
Rear Park Assist System is disabled or defective. The
Rear Park Assist Switch LED will be OFF when the
system is enabled.
The system can be turned on or off through the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), if equipped. For
details, refer to ªPersonal Settings (Customer Program-
mable Features)º under ªElectronic Vehicle Information
enter (EVIC)º in Section 4 of this manual.
Service the Rear Park Assist System
When the Rear Park Assist System is defective, the
instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, once per
ignition cycle, and it will display the(SERVICE PARK
ASSIST SYSTEM(message. Refer to ªElectronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)º in Section 4 of this manual.
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There are two 12 volt power outlets located on the
instrument panel below the radio. The driver's side outlet
is controlled by the ignition switch and the passenger
side outlet is connected directly to the battery. The
driver's side outlet will also operate a conventional cigar
lighter unit (if equipped with an optional Smoker's
Package).
A third outlet is located on the back of the front center
console near the floor, and is also controlled by the
ignition switch.
A fourth outlet is located on the driver's side, in the rear
cargo area and is also controlled by the ignition switch.
Front Power Outlets
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The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or
battery symbol indicating the power source. The passen-
ger side instrument panel and center console outlets are
powered directly from the battery, items plugged into
these outlets may discharge the battery and/or prevent
engine starting.
The passenger side and center console outlets are pro-
tected by an automatic reset circuit breaker. The auto-
matic circuit breaker restores power when the overload is
removed.
NOTE:If desired, the fourth power outlet in the rear
cargo area can be converted by your authorized dealer to
provide power with the ignition switch in the OFF
position.Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
CAUTION!
²Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power
from the vehicle's battery, even when not in use (i.e.
cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle's battery will discharge suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine
starting.
²Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery
even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and
with greater caution.
²After the use of high power draw accessories, or long
periods of the vehicle not being started (with accesso-
ries still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to
recharge the vehicle's battery.
²Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.
Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can
cause damage.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel And Controls.............184
mBase Instrument Cluster..................185
mPremium Instrument Cluster...............186
mInstrument Cluster Descriptions............187
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Ð
If Equipped...........................199
NOil Change Required...................202
NCustomer Programmable Features Ð
If Equipped.........................203
NCompass Display Ð If Equipped..........207NMini-Trip Functions Ð If Equipped........208
mSetting The Analog Clock.................209
mElectronic Digital Clock..................209
NClock Setting Procedure.................210
mRadio General Information................210
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................210
NTwo Types Of Signals..................211
NElectrical Disturbances..................211
NAM Reception.......................2114

NFM Reception........................211
mSales Code RAH Ð AM & FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player And CD/DVD Changer Controls....212
NRadio Operation......................212
NCD Player Operation...................216
NCD/DVD Changer Operation.............218
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............218
NOperation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
Audio Play).........................220
mSales Code REV Ð AM & FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player And CD/DVD Changer Controls....222
NRadio Operation......................222
NCD Player Operation...................226
NCD/DVD Changer Operation.............228NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............228
NOperation Instructions - (CD Mode For MP3
Audio Play).........................230
NOperating Instructions Ð MP3 Player, Portable
Walkman...........................231
NOperating Instructions Ð Video
Games/Camcorders...................231
m6 Disc CD/DVD Changer (RDV) Ð If Equipped . 232
NOperating Instructions Ð CD/DVD Changer . . 233
NEject (EJT) Button.....................235
NOperating Instructions Ð Remote Control....235
NOperating Instructions Ð Video Screen......239
NOperating Instructions Ð Headphones......241
NOperating Instructions Ð Auxiliary Input....243
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mNavigation System Ð If Equipped...........244
mSatellite Radio Ð If Equipped..............245
Nystem Activation......................245
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................245
NSelecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH, REV
And RBK Radios......................246
NSelecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ,
RB1 And RBQ Radios..................246
NSelecting a Channel....................247
NStoring And Selecting Pre-Set Channels......247
NUsing The PTY (Program Type) Button
(If Equipped)........................247
NPTY Button9Scan9.....................247
NPTY Button9Seek9.....................248NSatellite Antenna......................248
NReception Quality.....................248
mRemote Sound System Controls.............249
NRadio Operation......................249
NCD Player..........................249
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............250
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones........250
mClimate Controls.......................250
NManual Air Conditioning And Heating
System.............................251
NMode Control........................252
NManual Air Conditioning Operation........256
NDual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control . . . 259
NElectric Rear Window Defroster...........269
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
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