2009 DODGE CARAVAN mirror controls

Only when the front control for the rear blower is in the
RRposition do the second row seat occupants have
control of the rear blower speed.
The rear blower control, located in the rear overhead
console, has an off position and a range of blower speeds.
This allows the second row seat occupants to control the
volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Manual Rear Zone Climate
Control system through an intake grille, located in
the passenger side trim panel behind the third row
seats. The heater outlets are located in the passenger
side trim panel, just behind the sliding door. Do not
block or place objects directly in front of the inlet
grille or heater outlets. The electrical system could
overload, causing damage to the blower motor.
Rear Temperature Control
When the blower knob on the front climate control unit is
set to any position other thanRR, the rear temperature
settings will be controlled by the rear temperature control
knob on the front climate control unit. The rear mode
selection allows the settings to be controlled by the rear
mode control knob.
To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle,
rotate the temperature control knob counterclockwise for
cold air, and clockwise for heated air.
When rear controls are locked by the front system, the
lock symbol on the temperature knob is illuminated, and
the rear overhead adjustments are ignored.
The rear airflow modes will mirror the front unit opera-
tion. Rear PANEL mode is automatically selected when
the front control is in the PANEL mode. When the front
unit is in BI-LEVEL mode, airflow will be emitted from
both the upper and lower rear outlets. When the front
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave unattended children alone in a ve-
hicle. Leaving children in a vehicle is dangerous
for a number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
•Do not leave animals or children inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Be sure to turn off the engine and remove the key
from the ignition switch if you want to rest or
sleep in your car. Accidents can be caused by
inadvertently moving the shift lever. Accidents
can also be caused by pressing the accelerator
pedal. This may cause excessive heat in the ex-
haust system, resulting in overheating and vehicle
fire, which may cause serious or fatal injuries.
Automatic Transaxle
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Depress the
brake pedal before shifting into any driving gear.
Normal Starting (Above 32°F/0°C)
1. Do not depress the accelerator.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 452
Adding Fuel........................... 387
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 449
Additives, Fuel......................... 381
Adjustable Pedals....................... 182
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 441
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 446
Air Conditioning........................ 301
Air Conditioning Controls................. 301
Air Conditioning Filter.................320,447
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 320
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone.............308,315
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 446
Air Conditioning System.............301,310,446
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 306
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 359
Airbag..............................65,72
Airbag Deployment....................... 73
Airbag Light...................66,71,75,94,244Airbag Maintenance....................... 74
Airbag, Side..........................70,72
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........68,70,72
Alarm Light........................... 244
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 366
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 293
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........451,452,479
Disposal............................ 454
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 237
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 460
Ashtray............................... 210
Assistance Towing....................... 129
Auto Down Power Windows................ 40
Auto Up Power Windows................41,206
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 102
Automatic Door Locks...................34,35
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Ignition............................... 14
Key ...............................12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15
Infant Restraint........................81,83
Information Center, Vehicle................. 252
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 102
Instrument Cluster....................234,236
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 233
Instrument Panel Cover................... 463
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 465
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 467
Interior Appearance Care.................. 463
Interior Lights.......................172,174
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 412
Jack Operation.......................... 412Jump Starting.......................... 424
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 66
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 56
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren).............................. 86
Latches
Hood............................... 170
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 378
Life of Tires............................ 364
Liftgate................................ 49
Lights..............................95,172
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Phone, Cellular......................... 115
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect) ............. 115
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 354
Power
Brakes.............................. 343
Door Locks........................... 33
Lift Gate............................. 50
Mirrors............................. 104
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).......... 206
Seats............................... 145
Sliding Door.......................... 43
Steering............................. 338
Sunroof............................. 204
Windows............................. 38
Windows, Express Down................. 23
Power Steering Fluid..................... 481
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 64
Preparation for Jacking.................... 414Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 62
Programmable Electronic Features............ 259
Radial Ply Tires......................... 361
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......451,453
Radio Operation........................ 301
Radio Remote Controls.................... 299
Radio, Satellite.......................291,297
Rear Air Conditioning.................308,315
Rear Camera........................... 192
Rear Cross Path......................... 112
Rear Heater............................ 308
Rear Park Sense System................... 186
Rear Window Defroster................... 223
Rearview Mirrors........................ 102
Reclining Front Seats..................... 148
Recorder, Event Data...................... 76
Recreational Towing...................407,429
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