2008 DODGE NITRO instrument panel

To change the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
rotate the center portion of the multi-function control
lever up or down.
NOTE:If the driver's door is left open, and the head-
lights or parking lights are left on, the ªHigh Beam
Indicator Lightº will flash and a chime will sound.
Lights-On Reminder
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the ignition
is turned off, a chime will sound when the driver's door
is opened.
Headlight Dimmer Switch
Push the multi-function control lever away from you to
switch the headlights to high beam. Pull the lever to-
wards you to switch the headlights back to low beam.
Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multi-function control lever toward
the steering wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn
on at high beam and remain on until the lever is released.
Front Fog Lights Ð If Equipped
The front fog light switch is in the multi-function
control lever. To activate the front fog lights, turn
on the parking or low beam headlights and pull
out the end of the lever.
NOTE:The fog lights will only operate with the parking
lights or the headlights on low beam. Selecting high
beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
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Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLET
This vehicle has two 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 front power 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 automatically when ready for use.To preserve
the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the
heating position.
Front Power Outlet
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STORAGE
Front Storage Compartment
The front storage compartment (located on the left side of
the instrument panel) can hold cell phones, PDA's, and
other small items.
Console Storage Compartment
To open, press the latch and lift the cover.
Front Storage Compartment
Center Console
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
CONTENTS
mInstrument Panel And Controls.............166
mInstrument Cluster......................167
mInstrument Cluster Description.............168
mCompass And Trip Computer Ð If Equipped . . . 180
NControl Buttons......................181
NTrip Conditions.......................182
NCompass/Temperature Display...........182
mElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Ð
If Equipped...........................184NElectronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays............................186
NOil Change Required...................187
NTrip Functions.......................188
NCompass Display.....................189
NTelephone Ð If Equipped...............191
NPersonal Settings (Customer Programmable
Features)...........................193
mRadio General Information................196
NRadio Broadcast Signals.................1964

NTwo Types Of Signals..................196
NElectrical Disturbances..................196
NAM Reception.......................197
NFM Reception........................197
mSales Code REQ Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio And
6±Disc CD/DVD Changer (MP3/WMA AUX
Jack)................................197
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......198
NOperation Instructions - (Disc Mode For CD
And MP3/WMA Audio Play, DVD-Video)....206
NNotes On Playing MP3/WMA Files........208
NList Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play)..............................210
NInfo Button (Disc Mode For MP3/WMA
Play)..............................210mSales Code RES Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................213
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode.......213
NOperation Instructions - CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play..................219
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files.............221
NList Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......224
NInfo Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play).......224
mSales Code RER Ð AM/FM/CD/DVD Radio
With Navigation System Ð If Equipped.......225
NOperating Instructions Ð Satellite Radio.....226
NClock Setting Procedure.................226
mSatellite Radio (RSC) Ð If Equipped
(RER/REQ/REN Radios Only).............227
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NSystem Activation.....................227
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ENS/SID)....................228
NSelecting Satellite Mode.................228
NSatellite Antenna......................228
NReception Quality.....................228
NOperating Instructions - Satellite Mode......229
NOperating Instructions - Hands Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................231
NOperating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VESŸ) (If Equipped).............231mVideo Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV) Ð
If Equipped...........................231
mRemote Sound System Controls Ð If Equipped . . 233
NRadio Operation......................233
NCD Player..........................234
mCD/DVD Disc Maintenance...............234
mClimate Controls.......................235
NManual Air Conditioning And Heating
System.............................235
NOperating Tips.......................239
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS
1 Ð Air Outlet 6 Ð Glove Box 11 Ð Hazard Warning Flasher
2 Ð Instrument Cluster 7 Ð Climate Control 12 Ð * Electronic Stability Control /
Traction Control Switch
3 Ð Storage Tray8 Ð * Heated Seat Switch 13 Ð Cigar Lighter / Power Outlet
4 Ð Center Air Outlet9 Ð * Rear Park Assist Switch 14 Ð Storage Bin
5 Ð Radio 10 Ð Passenger Airbag Disable Light * Ð If Equipped 166 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 167
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