2008 DODGE AVENGER climate control

Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.
If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!If you are required to drive with the deck lid open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode. Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for six to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79
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This feature heats leather or cloth front driver and
passenger seats. The controls for the heated seats are
located in the center console below the climate controls.
There are indicator lights in the switches, which indicate
a low heat setting (one light lit) or high heat setting (two
lights lit). FOLD-FLAT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
The recline handle on the front passenger seat also
releases the seatback to fold forward.
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ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There are two 12-volt electrical outlets on this vehicle.
Both of the outlets are protected by a fuse.
The instrument panel power outlet, located below the
climate control knobs, has power available only when the
ignition is on. This outlet will also operate a conventional
cigar lighter unit.
NOTE: If desired, the instrument panel power outlet
can be converted by your authorized dealer to provide
power with the ignition switch while in the LOCK
position. Instrument Panel Power OutletUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153
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CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASH RECEIVER Ð IF
EQUIPPED
CUPHOLDER ASH RECEIVER Ð IF EQUIPPED
An optional ash receiver is available from your autho-
rized dealer and will fit in the center console front
cupholder. CAUTION!For vehicles equipped with the heated and cooled
cupholder, locate the cup holder ash receiver in the
forward cupholder.
The optional ash receiver also comes with a cigar lighter.
You may use the power outlet, located in the instrument
panel below the climate control knobs, or in the bottom of
the console compartment, for this cigar lighter. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 155
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m Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Ð
If Equipped ...........................227
N Connecting The iPod t Device ............227
N Controlling The iPod t Using Radio Buttons . . . 228
N Play Mode ..........................228
N List Or Browse Mode ..................230
m Satellite Radio Ð If Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only) .....231
N System Activation .....................231
N Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID) ....................232
N Selecting Satellite Mode .................233
N Satellite Antenna ......................233
N Reception Quality .....................233 N Operating Instructions - Satellite Mode ......233
N Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped) ........................236
N Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES t ) (If Equipped) .............236
m Remote Sound System Controls Ð If Equipped . . 236
N Operation With RES / REQ AM/FM Stereo
Radio With CD Player ..................237
N Operation With RER Multi-Media System ....238
m Video Entertainment System (VES) t Ð
If Equipped ...........................239
m Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ........241
m CD/DVD Maintenance ...................241
m Climate Controls .......................242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165
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3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching a disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic sprays.
5. Store a disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose a disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store a disc where temperatures may become
too high.
8. Do not play discs that are small in size or have
irregular shapes. CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Air Conditioning and Heating System is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System
The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of
outer rotary dials and inner pushbuttons.242 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

² MAX A/C
For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation
buttons at the same time.
² Economy Mode
If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn
off the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then,
move the temperature control to the desired temperature. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Ð If
Equipped
Automatic Operation
The Infrared Climate Control System automatically
maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the
comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. To
accomplish this, the system gathers information from the246 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

cabin infrared sensor mounted between the sun-visors
and from various sensors located throughout the vehicle.
The controls on the climate control provide the system
with operator input. Other sensors take account of ve-
hicle speed, A/C pressure, outside temperature, and
engine cooling temperature. Using all of these inputs, the
system automatically adjusts airflow temperature, air-
flow distribution, airflow volume, and the amount of
outside air recirculation. This maintains a comfortable
temperature even under changing conditions.
Operation of the system is quite simple.
1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the
Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO.
NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seat
occupants only. 2. Dial in the temperature you would
like the system to maintain by rotating
the Temperature Control knob.
Once the comfort level is selected, the system will main-
tain that level automatically using the heating system.
Should the desired comfort level require air conditioning,
the system will automatically make the adjustment.
You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply
allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting
the ªOº (Off) position on the blower control stops the
system completely and closes the outside air intake.
72ÉF (22ÉC) is the recommended setting for maximum
comfort for the average person; however, this may vary. UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 247
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