2008 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY trip computer

Compass Mini-Trip Computer (CMTC) Trip
Odometer (ODO)
This display shows the distance traveled since the last
reset. Press and release the right button located on the
instrument cluster to switch from odometer, to trip A or
trip B. Press and hold the right button while the
odometer/trip odometer is displayed to reset.
Trip A
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last
reset.
Trip B
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last
reset.
Compass/Temperature Display
Compass Variance
Compass Variance is the difference between magnetic
North and Geographic North. In some areas of the
country, the difference between magnetic and geographic
North is great enough to cause the compass to give false
readings. In order to ensure compass accuracy, the com-
pass variance should be properly set according to the
compass variance map zone that the vehicle is in.
NOTE:Magnetic materials should be kept away from
the top of the instrument panel. This is where the
compass sensor is located.
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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) Ð IF EQUIPPED
NOTE:The compass on your vehicle is self-calibrating,
eliminating the need to manually calibrate the compass.
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-
tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the
instrument cluster.
This system conveniently allows the driver to select a
variety of useful information by pressing the switches
mounted on the steering wheel. The EVIC consists of the
following:
²System Status display
²Vehicle information warning message displays
²Tire Pressure Monitor System
²Personal Settings (Customer Programmable Features)
²Compass display
²Outside temperature display
²Trip computer functions
²Audio Modes display
EVIC Menu / Step Control Button as it
appears on the left side of the steering
column.
Press and release the MENU button and the
mode displayed will change between
Compass/Temperature, Trip, System Status,
and Personal Settings.
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TRIP FUNCTIONS
Press and release the MENU button until one of the
following Trip Functions displays in the EVIC:
Press the STEP button to scroll through all the Trip
Computer functions.
The Trip Functions mode displays the following informa-
tion:
Average Fuel Economy
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read
ªRESETº or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the
history information will be erased, and the averaging will
continue from the last fuel average reading before the
reset.
Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance isdetermined by a weighted average of the instantaneous
and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level.
NOTE:Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km)
estimated driving distance, the DTE display will change
to a text display of9LOW FUEL.9This display will
continue until the vehicle runs out of fuel. Adding a
significant amount of fuel to the vehicle will turn off the
9LOW FUEL9text and a new DTE value will display.
Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset
when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed
time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON
or START position.
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Coin Holder........................... 200
Cold Weather Operation................... 327
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 301
Compact Spare Tire...................... 362
Compass........................239,242,247
Compass Calibration..................242,247
Compass Variance....................241,248
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 246
Connector
UCI ................................ 293
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 293
Console.............................. 200
Console, Floor.......................... 200
Console, Overhead....................... 180
Console, Removable...................205,210
Contract, Service........................ 501
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 456
Cooling System......................... 454
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 456Coolant Capacity...................... 486
Coolant Level......................454,457
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 457
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 455
Inspection........................... 457
Points to Remember.................... 458
Pressure Cap......................... 456
Radiator Cap......................... 456
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......455,486,487
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 177
Cup Holder.........................198,471
Customer Assistance..................... 499
Data Recorder, Event...................... 77
Daytime Running Lights................... 161
Dealer Service.......................... 438
Defroster, Rear Window................... 321
Defroster, Windshield................93,305,315
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 435
INDEX 511
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Manual, Service......................... 504
Map/Reading Lights..................... 181
Memory Feature (Memory Seat)............. 153
Memory Seat........................104,153
Mini-Trip Computer...................239,246
Mirrors............................... 100
Automatic Dimming.................... 100
Electric Remote.....................102,103
Exterior Folding....................... 102
Memory............................. 153
Outside............................. 101
Rearview............................ 100
Vanity.............................. 101
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System............... 370
Mopar Parts.........................438,503
MP3 Player.........................282,285
Multi-Function Control Lever............... 165Navigation Radio........................ 285
Navigation System....................... 285
New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 92
Occupant Restraints...................55,72,74
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)...........68,69,72,74
Odometer............................. 236
Oil Change Indicator.............236,237,238,245
Oil Change Indicator, Reset........236,237,238,245
Oil, Engine.........................439,487
Capacity............................ 486
Change Interval....................... 440
Checking............................ 439
Disposal............................ 442
Filter............................442,487
Filter Disposal........................ 442
Identification Logo..................... 441
Materials Added to..................... 442
Recommendation...................440,486
INDEX 519
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Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 21
Transporting Pets........................ 88
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 365
Trip Computer.......................... 239
Trip Odometer.......................... 236
Turn Signals...................165,229,482,484
UCI Connector......................... 293
UConnectŸ (Hands-Free Phone)..........104,285
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 505
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 293
Universal Joints......................... 452
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...........282,285
Universal Transmitter..................... 183
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 379
Upholstery Care........................ 468
USB Port...........................282,285
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 101Variance, Compass....................241,248
Vehicle Certification Label................. 390
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
Vehicle Loading...................356,390,392
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.............. 7
Vehicle Storage.......................320,479
Video Entertainment System
(Rear Seat Video System).................. 299
Warning Flasher, Hazard.................. 410
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Description)............. 226
Warnings and Cautions..................... 6
Warranty Information..................... 502
Washer, Adding Fluid..................... 453
Washing Vehicle......................... 466
Water
Driving Through...................... 349
Wheel Alignment and Balance............... 367
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