2009 DODGE DURANGO climate control

CLIMATE CONTROLS
Manual ControlThe air conditioning and heating system is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather. The
following describes its operation:
Air Conditioning Operation
To turn the air conditioning ON or OFF, perform
the following steps:
•Position the mode control button to the desired airflow
setting.
•Set the front blower control to any desired speed.
•Press the Snowflake (A/C) button which is located to
the right of the temperature control slide. An indicator
light on the Snowflake (A/C) button shows that the air
conditioning is ON.
•Press the Snowflake (A/C) button a second time to
turn the air conditioning OFF.
Manual Control
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NOTE:The compressor will not engage until the engine
has been running for several seconds. Slight changes in
engine speed or power may be noticed when the com-
pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since the
compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and
improve fuel economy.
Front Blower Control
The front blower controls the amount
of air delivered to the passenger com-
partment. There are four blower
speeds. The fan speed increases as you
turn the control clockwise. When the
front blower control is turned to OFF,
the blower will be turned off and the
system will be positioned in recirculation mode.NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the
climate controls will not function during Remote Start
operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)
position.
Front Mode Control
The mode control allows you to
choose from several patterns of air
distribution.
NOTE:To improve your selection choices, the system
allows you to operate at intermediate positions between
the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden-
tified by the small dots and give an even blend of both
modes.
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turns off the rear climate controls. Rotating this knob to
the right of the OFF position allows the driver and front
passenger to control the rear blower speed, and the rear
temperature using the front temperature slide. The mode,
front or rear, is always controlled by the front mode
control. For example: Panel mode on the front control
will give you air from the outlets in the headliner in the
rear. Floor mode in the front will give you air from the
floor outlets in the rear.
Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window
Washer/Wiper
Refer to “Rear Window Features” in section 3.
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped
The control can be turned on by pressing the Power knob.
When the control is turned on, it will be in the last mode
prior to being turned off. Pressing the Power knob again
will turn off the control. The control can also be turned onby pressing any button and it will display the corre-
sponding operation mode for that button.
Automatic Temperature Control
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Bi-Level
Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel and those located on the floor.
NOTE:There is a difference in temperature between the
upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer
air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved
comfort during sunny but cool conditions.
Defrost
Outside air is directed to the windshield through
the defroster outlet located at the base of the
windshield and side window demist outlets.
NOTE:The air conditioning compressor operates in
both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if
the A/C snowflake button has not been pressed. This
dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield.
Rear Temperature Control (ATC)
The REAR button cycles through the following modes:
Rear Control From Front
This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear
blower speeds rotating the Power/Fan knob and the rear
temperature using the PASS/REAR Temp +/- rocker
switch. While in this mode, pressing the POWER/FAN
knob will turn the rear system off. Pressing the Power/
Fan knob will turn the rear system back on.
NOTE:The display will show aREARfan speed graph
and aREARdigital temp setting.
CONTROL IN REAR
This allows the passengers in the second row seats to
control the blower speed and temperature by means of
the rear control located in the rear of the center floor
console as described under theRear Zone Climate
Control.
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NOTE:The front display will show “CONTROL IN
REAR.”
REAR OFF
This turns the rear system off. The control will return to
the front system display after approximately five seconds
if no buttons are pushed while in one of the rear system
displays. You may also return to the front system display
sooner by pushing any button except the Power/Fan
knob, the REAR button, or the driver/passenger Temp
rocker buttons.
NOTE:The display will show “REAR OFF.”
REAR AUTO
This mode places the rear system in automatic tempera-
ture control. Rear temperature can be set as desired (72°F
[22°C] recommended for average person) and will be
displayed digitally on the front control when in rear
mode.
Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window
Washer/Wiper
Refer to “Rear Window Features” in section 3.
Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped
Rear Outlets
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exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon/liter of
fluid when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside thevehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken,
damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing CO, fol-
low the preceding safety tips.
The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel
only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the
catalyst as an emission control device.
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Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
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Cargo Organizer........................ 191
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 358
Cellular Phone........................86,268
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 441
Certification Label....................... 358
Charging.............................. 388
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 322
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light)............... 399
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety............. 72
Checks, Safety........................... 72
Child Restraint......................62,63,64
Child Restraint Tether Anchors.............65,70
Child Seat.............................. 67
Circuit Breakers......................... 426
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 423
Climate Control......................... 269
Climate Control, Rear Zone..............272,278Clock.....................215,216,220,235,245
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 267
Compact Spare Tire...................... 332
Compass Calibration..................... 174
Compass Variance....................... 174
Connector
UCI ................................ 255
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 255
Console, Floor.......................189,190
Console, Overhead....................165,166
Contract, Service........................ 467
Coolant Pressure Cap
(Radiator Cap).................395,396,397,413
Cooling System......................... 410
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 412
Coolant Capacity...................... 443
Coolant Level......................410,414
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 414
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 411
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