2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY air condition

²In cold or damp weather, the use of the RECIRCULA-
TION mode will cause windows to fog on the inside
because of moisture build-up inside the vehicle. For
maximum defogging, select the Outside Air position.
²In order to prevent fogging, when the recirculation
button is pressed and the mode control is set to
PANEL the A/C will engage automatically.
²The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-
ing the mode control selection.
Air Outlets
The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can
be adjusted for direction and turned on or off to control
airflow.
NOTE:For maximum airflow to the rear, the center
instrument panel outlets can be directed toward the rear
seat passengers.
ECONOMY Mode
If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to
turn off the indicator light and the A/C compressor.
Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired tem-
perature.
Air Conditioning Operation
Push on this button to engage
the Air Conditioning. A light
will illuminate when the A/C
System is engaged
NOTE:The air conditioning compressor will not engage
until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds.
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MAX A/C
For maximum cooling use the A/C and RECIRCULA-
TION mode buttons at the same time.
Three Zone Basic Temperature Control Ð If
Equipped
With the Three Zone Basic Temperature Control System,
each front seat occupant can independently control the
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) op-
erations coming from the outlets on their side of the
vehicle.
Three Zone Temperature Control
1 Ð Left Temp 7 Ð Right Temp
2 Ð PANEL 8 Ð Rear DEFROST
3 Ð BI-LEVEL 9 Ð RECIRCULATE
4 Ð BLOWER 10 Ð Front DEFROST
5 Ð FLOOR 11 Ð A/C
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The Three Zone Basic Temperature Control bottom panel
controls rear Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
(HVAC) operations.The primary control for the rear blower is on the front
climate control unit located on the instrument panel.
The front climate control unit has five positions, off, rear,
and a range of blower speeds. Only when the primary
control for the rear blower is in the REAR position do the
second seat occupants have control of the rear blower
speed.
REAR MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL ZONE Ð IF
EQUIPPED
The Rear Manual Climate Control Zone system has floor
air outlets at the rear of the right side sliding door and
overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position.
The unit provides warm or cool air through the floor and
upper outlets.
The rear blower and temperature controls for the rear
seat passengers are located in the headliner near the
center of the vehicle.
Front Lower Three Zone Temperature Control Features
1 Ð Left Heated Seat 3 Ð Rear Temp
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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) Ð
IF EQUIPPED
²
Front Three Zone ATC allows both the driver and front
occupant and rear seat occupants to select individual
comfort settings
²Occupants in the vehicle select AUTO mode operation
and a comfort temperature setting, using rotary knobs
on the control unit.
²The system provides set-and-forget operation for op-
timum comfort and convenience.
²The system can be controlled manually if desired.
²SYNC feature links the controls for all three zones,
allowing one comfort setting for the cabin, if desired.The Infrared Three-Zone ATC System automatically
maintains the interior comfort level desired by the driver
and all passengers. This is accomplished by an infrared
sensor, located in the forward overhead console. Based
on the sensor input, the system automatically adjusts the
air temperature, the airflow volume, and amount of
outside air recirculation. This maintains a comfortable
temperature even under changing conditions.
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FLOOR Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of
air is directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
MIX Mode
Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window
demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or
snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable
while keeping the windshield clear.
DEFROST Mode
Air comes from the windshield and side window
demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode with maxi-
mum blower and temperature settings for best wind-
shield and side window defrosting.
NOTE:While operating in the other modes, 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 mode or A/C button allows
the operator to manually activate or deactivate the
air conditioning system. When in SNOWFLAKE
mode 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 SNOW-
FLAKE mode in the ATC display and deactivate the A/C
system. Note: If fog or mist appears on the windshield or
side glass, select DEFROST mode and increase blower
speed.
RECIRCULATION Control
When outside air contains smoke, odors, or
high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired,
you may wish to recirculate interior air by
pressing the RECIRCULATION mode control
button. RECIRCULATION mode should only be used
temporarily. The recirculation symbol will illuminate in
the display when this button is selected. Push the button
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When rear controls are locked by the front system, the
LOCK symbol on the temperature knob is illuminated
and any rear overhead adjustments are ignored.
Rear Mode Control
AUTO Mode
The rear system automatically maintains the correct
mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu-
pants.
FLOOR Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets.
BI-LEVEL Mode
Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the
floor outlets.
NOTE:In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL
mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the head-
liner outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.HEADLINER Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of
these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct
the flow of air. Moving the air vanes of the outlets to one
side will shut off the airflow.SUMMER OPERATION
The engine cooling system in air conditioned vehicles
must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant
to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect
against engine overheating. A 50% solution of ethylene
glycol antifreeze coolant in water is recommended. Refer
to section 7, ªMaintenance Proceduresº, of this manual
for proper coolant selection.
WINTER OPERATION
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor-
mance, make sure the engine cooling system is function-
ing properly and the proper amount, type, and concen-
tration of coolant is used. Refer to section 7,
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ªMaintenance Proceduresº, of this manual for proper
coolant selection. Use of the air RECIRCULATION mode
during winter months is not recommended because it
may cause window fogging.
VACATION/STORAGE
Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the
fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started again.
WINDOW FOGGING
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild rainy
or humid weather. To clear the windows, select DE-
FROST or MIX mode and increase the front blower
speed. Do not use the RECIRCULATION mode without
A/C for long periods, as fogging may occur.
OUTSIDE AIR INTAKE
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce airflow and if they
enter the plenum they could plug the water drains. In
winter months make sure the air intake is clear of ice,
slush and snow.
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OPERATING TIPS A/C AIR FILTER Ð IF EQUIPPED
On vehicles equipped with Automatic Temperature Con-
trol (ATC), the climate control system filters out dust and
pollen from the air. Refer to Section 7 ªAir Conditioningº
for filter replacement instructions.
ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Ð IF
EQUIPPED
Press this button (located on your front climate
control) to turn on the rear window defroster and
the optional heated mirrors. A light will show that the
defroster is on. The defroster automatically turns off after
about ten minutes of operation, as long as the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
After the initial time interval has expired, if the rear
window defogger switch is pressed to the on position
again (during the same ignition cycle), the system will
automatically turn off after about five minutes.
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