2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN instrument panel

Automatic Headlights Ð If Equipped
Automatic headlights can be activated by rotating the
rotary headlight switch to the symbol ªA.º The head-
lights will turn on when the engine is running and the
ambient light sensor indicates that the headlights should
be activated. The headlights will turn off if the headlight
switch is rotated to the OFF position or 90 seconds after
the ignition is turned to OFF.
Headlight Delay
To aid in your exit, your vehicle is equipped with a
headlight delay that will leave the headlights on for 90
seconds. This delay is initiated when the ignition is
cycled off while the headlight switch is on, and then the
headlight switch is cycled off. The headlights will remain
on for 90 seconds. Headlight delay can be canceled by
either turning the headlight switch ON then OFF or by
turning the ignition ON.The headlight delay time is programmable on vehicles
equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC). For details, refer to ªPersonal Settings (Customer
Programmable Features)º under ªOverhead Console
with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ± If
Equippedº in Section 3.
Interior Lights
The brightness of the instrument panel lighting can be
regulated by rotating the dimmer control up (brighter) or
down (dimmer). When the headlights are ON you can
supplement the brightness of the odometer, trip odom-
eter, radio and overhead console by rotating the control
up until you hear a click. This feature is termed the
9Parade9mode and is useful when headlights are re-
quired during the day.
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WARNING!
Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-
umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-
hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.
DRIVER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS Ð IF EQUIPPED
The power adjustable accelerator and brake pedals allow
the driver to establish a comfortable position relative to
the steering wheel and pedals. The adjustable pedals
switch is located on the left side of the steering column on
the instrument panel.
Adjustable Pedals Switch
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the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting, or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
This vehicle has three 12 Volt auxiliary power outlets that
can provide up to 20 Amps of current for accessories
designed for use with the standard power outlet adapt-
ers. The 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 andpops out automatically when ready for use.To preserve
the heating element, do not hold the lighter in the
heating position.
There are two additional 12 Volt (20 total Amps for both
outlets) power outlets, one located in the storage bin of
the center console and another located in the right rear
cargo area. These outlets can be configured by the
customer to operate only when the ignition is ON
(switched battery fed) or with the ignition ON or OFF
(battery fed) to allow for cellular telephone charging and
operation while the ignition is OFF.
NOTE:All accessories connected to these outlets should
be removed or turned OFF when the vehicle is not in use
to protect the battery against discharge (unless the cus-
tomer has configured the fuse block to switched battery
feed). (See page 186 for more information.)
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115 Volt Inverter Outlet Ð If Equipped
This vehicle may also be equipped with a 115 Volt (150
Watts Maximum) outlet on the rear of the front center
console.This outlet can power cell phones, electronics and other
low power devices and is controlled by a switch located
in left lower instrument panel.
To turn on the power inverter press the switch once.
Pressing the switch a second time will turn the power
inverter off.
115 Volt Inverter Outlet
115 Volt Inverter Switch
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²115 V Inverter Plug
²RCA Jacks
The coin slots are located under the instrument panel
center stack.
Cupholders
Your vehicle has eight cupholders. Four are located in the
center console, two are located in the second row armrest
or rear floor console (if equipped), and two are located in
the left-hand quarter panel for third row occupants. The
cupholders and storage bin located in the front of the
center console can be accessed by pressing on the access
doors.
Floor Console
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
mInstruments And Controls................ 202
mInstrument Cluster..................... 203
mInstrument Cluster Description............ 204
mSetting The Analog Clock................ 216
mElectronic Digital Clock................. 216
NClock Setting Procedure................ 217
mAM/FM/CD/DVD Multimedia System Radio
(RER/REN) ± If Equipped................ 217
NOperating Instructions Ð Voice Recognition
System (VR) Ð If Equipped............. 218NOperating Instructions Ð Hands-Free
Communication (UConnectt) Ð If Equipped
. . 218
NClock Setting Procedure................ 218
mSales Code RES Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)................ 220
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode....... 220
NOperation Instructions - CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play.................. 223
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files............. 226
NOperation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode.... 2284

mSales Code RES/RSC Ð AM/FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio............................... 229
NOperating Instructions - Radio Mode....... 229
NOperation Instructions - CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play.................. 235
NNotes On Playing MP3 Files............. 237
NList Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 240
NInfo Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)...... 240
mUniversal Consumer Interface (UCI)
Ð If Equipped......................... 241
NConnecting The iPodt................. 242
NUsing This Feature................... 242
NControlling The iPodtUsing Radio Buttons . . 243NPlay Mode......................... 243
NList Or Browse Mode.................. 244
mSatellite Radio Ð If Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only)..... 246
NSystem Activation.................... 246
NElectronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID)......... 247
NSelecting Satellite Mode................ 248
NSatellite Antenna..................... 248
NReception Quality.................... 248
NOperating Instructions - Satellite Mode..... 248
NOperating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................ 251
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NOperating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VESt) (If Equipped)............. 251
mSirius Backseat TVŸÐ If Equipped......... 251
mVideo Entertainment System (Sales Code XRV)
Ð If Equipped......................... 252
m
Remote Sound System Controls Ð If Equipped. . 252
NRadio Operation..................... 253
NCD Player.......................... 253
mCD/DVD Maintenance.................. 253
mRadio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 254
mClimate Controls...................... 255
NManual Control...................... 255
NAir Conditioning Operation............. 255
NFront Blower Control.................. 256NFront Mode Control................... 256
NRear Temperature Control Ð If Equipped . . . 259
NRear Window Defrosting And Rear Window
Washer/Wiper....................... 259
NAutomatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Ð If Equipped....................... 260
NAutomatic Control.................... 260
NLevel Of Automatic Control............. 261
NManual Control (ATC)................. 261
NRear Zone Climate Control Ð If Equipped . . . 265
NRear Rotary Temperature Control......... 266
NFront Unit To Rear Unit Chart........... 267
NOperating Tips...................... 267
NOperating Tips Chart.................. 269
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