2008 DODGE NITRO rear view mirror

MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view
through the rear window.A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and
vertical adjustment of the mirror.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position
(toward rear of truck). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
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WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your right
side mirror could cause you to collide with another
vehicle or other object. Use your inside mirror when
judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the
right side mirror.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
Folding exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved
either forward or rearward to resist damage.
Power Remote Control Mirrors
Use the mirror select switch, located on driver's side door
trim panel, to adjust the view obtained in the outside
mirrors. Press the switch to the L or R for Left or Right
mirror selection.
Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for the
direction you want the mirror to move.
Power Mirror Switches
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Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on automati-
cally. Closing the mirror cover will turn off the light.
Sun Visor ªSlide-Outº Feature
The sun visor ªslide-on rod º feature allows for addi-
tional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the
sun.
1. Fold down sun visor.
2. Unclip visor from center clip.
3. Pull the sun visor toward inside rearview mirror to
extend.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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that enables different electronic devices to connect to
each other without wires or a docking station, so UCon-
necttworks no matter where you stow your cellular
phone (be it your purse, pocket, or briefcase), as long as
your phone is turned on and has been paired to the
vehicle's UConnecttsystem. The UConnecttsystem
allows up to seven cellular phones to be linked to system.
Only one linked (or paired) cellular phone can be used
with the system at a time. The system is available in
English, Spanish, or French languages (as equipped).
Phone Button
The rearview mirror contains the microphone
for the system (depending on the type of
mirror and radio equipped), and either the
radio or the mirror has the two control buttons
(Phone Button and Voice Recognition Button) that will
enable you to access the system.Voice Recognition Button
Actual button location may vary with radio.
The individual buttons are described in the
ªOperationº section.
The UConnecttsystem can be used with any Hands-Free
Profile certified BluetoothŸ cellular phone. See UCon-
necttwebsite for supported phones. If your cellular
phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile)
you may not be able to use any UConnecttfeatures.
Refer to your cellular service provider or the phone
manufacturer for details.
The UConnecttsystem is fully integrated with the vehi-
cle's audio system. The volume of the UConnecttsystem
can be adjusted either from the radio volume control
knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right
switch), if so equipped.
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²You can also press the ªVoice Recognitionº button
anytime while the list is being played, and then choose
the phone you wish to delete.
Things You Should Know About Your UConnectT
System
UConnecttTutorial
To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the
ªPhoneº button and say ªUConnecttTutorial.º
Voice Training
For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-
nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnectt
system Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this
training mode, follow one of the two procedures:
From outside the UConnecttmode (e.g. from radio
mode)
²Press and hold the ªVoice Recognitionº button for 5
seconds until the session begins, or,
²Press the ªVoice Recognitionº button and say9Setup,
Voice Training9command.
Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the
UConnecttsystem. For best results, the Voice Training
session should be completed when the vehicle is parked,
engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan
switched off.
This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The
system will adapt to the last trained voice only.
To restore the Voice Recognition system to factory default
settings, enter the Voice Training session via the above
procedure and follow the prompts.
Voice Recognition (VR)
²
For best performance, adjust the rear view mirror to
provide at least1¤2inch (1 cm) gap between the
overhead console (if equipped) and the mirror.
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²For tough stains, apply MopartTotal Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
²For grease stains, apply MopartMulti-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
²Do not use any solvents or protectants on Yes Essen-
tialstproducts.
Interior Care
Use MopartTotal Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with MopartTotal Clean, then
MopartSpot & Stain Remover if absolutely necessary. Do
not use harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use MopartTotal
Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MopartGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning inside rear windows
equipped with electric defrosters. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
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Cavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
M15 20 Amp
YellowCOL MOD, IR SNS,
Heater Ventilation,
Air Conditioning/
Automatic Tempera-
ture Control (HVAC/
ATC), Rear View
Mirror (RR VW MIR),
Cabin Compartment
Node (CCN), Transfer
Case Switch (T-CASE
SW), RUN/ST, Multi-
Function Control
Switch (MULTIFTCN
SW), Tire Pressure
Monitor (TPM), Glow
Plug Module (GLW
PLG MOD) Ð Export
Diesel OnlyCavity Cartridge
FuseMini
FuseDescription
M16 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraint
Controller/Occupant
Classification Module
(ORC/OCM)
M17 15 Amp
BlueLeft Tail/License/
Park Lamp (LT-TAIL/
LIC/PRK LMP)
M18 15 Amp
BlueRight Tail/Park/Run
Lamp (RT-TAIL/
PRK/RUN LMP)
M19 25 Amp
NaturalAuto Shut Down
(ASD #1 and #2)
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Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 319
Holder, Coin........................... 152
Holder, Cup........................... 151
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 137
Hood Release.......................... 121
Hoses.............................371,372
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid.................... 375
Ignition............................... 12
Key ................................. 12
Ignition Key Removal..................... 12
Illuminated Entry........................ 19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 14
Infant Restraint........................66,67
Inflation Pressure Tires.................... 288
Information Center, Vehicle................. 184
Inside Rearview Mirror.................... 83
Instrument Cluster....................167,168Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 166
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 381
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 381
Interior Appearance Care.................. 380
Interior Lights.......................... 122
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 126
Introduction............................. 4
Inverter, Power......................... 149
Jack Location........................... 336
Jack Operation.......................336,339
Jacking Instructions...................... 339
Key, Programming........................ 16
Key, Replacement........................ 15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 14
Key-In Reminder......................... 14
Keyless Entry System...................... 20
Keys................................. 12
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