2009 DODGE CARAVAN radio antenna

▫Play Mode......................... 288
▫List Or Browse Mode.................. 289
Satellite Radio — If Equipped
(REN/REQ/RER/RES/REU Radios Only)..... 291
▫System Activation.................... 292
▫Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID)......... 292
▫Selecting Satellite Mode................ 293
▫Satellite Antenna..................... 293
▫Reception Quality.................... 293
▫Operating Instructions — Satellite Mode.... 293
▫Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped)........................ 296▫Operating Instructions — Video
Entertainment System (VES)™
(If Equipped)........................ 296
Sirius Backseat TV™ — If Equipped........ 297
Video Entertainment System (VES)™ — If
Equipped............................ 297
Remote Sound System Controls —
If Equipped........................... 299
▫Radio Operation..................... 299
▫CD Player.......................... 300
CD/DVD Maintenance.................. 300
Radio Operation And Cellular Phones....... 301
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 231
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Next, turn the knob surrounding the joystick in the center
of the radio to scroll to Subscription, and then press and
release the joystick. All of the ESNs that apply to your
vehicle will display.
Selecting Satellite Mode
Press the SAT button untilSATappears in the display. A
CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio
mode.
Satellite Antenna
To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the
roof around the rooftop antenna location or strap items to
the trunk lid around the trunk lid antenna (if equipped).
Metal objects placed within the line of sight of the
antenna will cause decreased performance. Larger lug-
gage items such as bikes should be placed as far rearward
as possible, within the loading design of the rack. Do not
place items directly on or above the antenna.
Reception Quality
Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the
following reasons:
•The vehicle is parked in an underground parking
structure or under a physical obstacle.
•Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the
form of short audio mutes.
•Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can
cause intermittent reception.
•Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can
cause signal blockage.
Operating Instructions — Satellite Mode
NOTE:The ignition switch must be in the ON or ACC
position to operate the radio.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 293
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RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES
Under certain conditions, the cellular phone being ON in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the cellular phone antenna. This condition
is not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance
does not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during cellular phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel, below the radio.
Manual Heating, Ventilation And Air Conditioning
(HVAC) System
The controls for the manual HVAC system in this vehicle
consist of a series of outer rotary dials and inner push
knobs. These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired
interior conditions.
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applique. Rub the applique with firm pressure then buff
lightly with a clean cotton cloth until a high gloss shine is
achieved.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lightweight
and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass head-
lights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rearview mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 465
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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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Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 63
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls........ 299
Remote Starting System.................... 28
Removable Floor Console.................. 222
Replacement Keys........................ 16
Replacement Parts....................... 437
Replacement Tires....................... 365
Reporting Safety Defects................... 506
Resetting Oil Change Indicator.........241,248,255
Restraint, Head......................... 146
Restraints, Child.......................81,89
Restraints, Infant......................... 81
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 427
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack)................. 225
Rotation, Tires.......................... 369
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 94
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 95Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 506
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 53
Safety Information, Tire................... 349
Safety Tips............................. 94
Satellite Radio.......................291,297
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 293
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 484
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 466
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 63
Seat Belts.............................. 55
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 61
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 61
And Pregnant Women................... 64
Child Restraint.......................81,83
Extender............................. 64
Front Seat............................ 56
Pretensioners.......................... 62
Rear Seat............................. 56
Seats................................. 143
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENT
Special design considerations are incorporated into this
vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio
frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone
equipment must be installed properly by trained person-
nel. The following must be observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly
to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.
The negative power connection should be made to body
sheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.
This connection should not be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the
roof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used
in mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets may
affect the accuracy or operation of the compass on
vehicles so equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and
routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use
only fully shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to
ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than
normal may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interfer-
ence between the communications equipment and the
vehicle’s electronic systems.
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