2009 DODGE DURANGO radio

NOTE:
•The Sentry KeyImmobilizer System is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting
problems and loss of security protection.
•Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional Sentry Keys,
or any other transponder-equipped components on
the same key chain willnotcause a key-related
(transponder) fault unless the additional part isphysi-
cally held against the ignition keybeing used when
starting the vehicle. Cell phones, pagers, or other
Radio Frequency (RF) electronics will not cause inter-
ference with this system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only keys that are programmed to the vehicle
electronics can be used to start and operate the vehicle.
Once a Sentry Keyis programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the Sentry Keysfrom the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is
required for authorized dealer replacement of keys. Du-
plication of keys may be performed at an authorized
dealer or by following the customer key programming
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1. Weak batteries in transmitter. The expected life of the
batteries is five years.
2. Closeness to a radio transmitter, such as a radio station
tower, airport transmitter, military base, and some mobile
or CB radios.
Programming Additional Transmitters
Refer to Sentry Key“Customer Key Programming.”
If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,
contact your authorized dealer for details.
Battery Replacement
The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
NOTE:
Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-
ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
1. If the RKE transmitter is equipped with a screw,
remove the screw. With the RKE ransmitter buttonsfacing down, use a flat blade to pry the two halves of the
RKE transmitter apart. Make sure not to damage the
elastomer seal during removal.
2. Remove and replace the battery. When replacing the
battery, match the + sign on the battery to the + sign on
the inside of the battery clip, located on the back cover.
Separating RKE Transmitter Halves
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Rear Park Assist — If Equipped........... 158
▫Rear Park Assist Sensors............... 158
▫Rear Park Assist Warning Display........ 159
▫Enable/Disable The Rear Park Assist...... 162
▫Service The Rear Park Assist............ 162
▫Cleaning The Rear Park Assist........... 163
Rear Backup Camera — If Equipped........ 163
▫Turning The Rear Camera On Or Off — With
Navigation Radio.................... 164
▫Turning The Rear Camera On Or Off —
Without Navigation Radio.............. 164
Overhead Console..................... 165
▫Courtesy/Reading Lights.............. 165Overhead Console With Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped..... 166
▫Dome/Reading Lights................. 166
▫Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
— If Equipped...................... 167
▫Compass/Temperature Button........... 173
Garage Door Opener — If Equipped........ 175
▫Programming HomeLink.............. 177
▫Gate Operator/Canadian Programming.... 179
▫Using HomeLink................... 180
▫Reprogramming A Single
HomeLinkButton................... 180
▫Security........................... 180
▫Troubleshooting Tips.................. 181
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Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and rotate the
mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on and off
automatically.
uconnectphone — IF EQUIPPED
NOTE: The sales code RER and REU radios contain an
integrated uconnectphone. Refer to your “Navigation
User’s Manual” for uconnectphone operating instruc-
tions for these radios. Radio sales code can be located
on the lower right corner of the Radio faceplate.
uconnectphone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-
vehicle communications system. uconnectallows you to
dial a phone number with your cellular phone using
simple voice commands (e.g.,Call”“Mike””Workor
Dial”“248-555-1212). Your cellular phone’s audio is
transmitted through your vehicle’s audio system; the
system will automatically mute your radio when using
the uconnectphone.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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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 the ra-
dio. The individual buttons are described in the
“Operation” section.
The uconnectphone can be used with any Hands-Free
Profile certified Bluetoothcellular phone. See the
uconnectwebsite for supported phones. If your cellular
phone supports a different profile (e.g., Headset Profile)
you may not be able to use any uconnectphone
features. Refer to your cellular service provider or the
phone manufacturer for details.The uconnectphone is fully integrated with the vehi-
cle’s audio system. The volume of the uconnectphone
can be adjusted either from the radio volume control
knob or from the steering wheel radio control (right
switch), if so equipped.
The radio display will be used for visual prompts from
the uconnectphone such asCELLor caller ID on
certain radios.
Operation
Voice commands can be used to operate the uconnect
phone and to navigate through the uconnectphone
menu structure. Voice commands are required after most
uconnectphone prompts. You will be prompted for a
specific command and then guided through the available
options.
•Prior to giving a voice command, one must wait for
the beep, which follows theReadyprompt or another
prompt.
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•For certain operations, compound commands can be
used. For example, instead of sayingSetupand then
Phone Pairing,the following compound command
can be said:Setup Phone Pairing.
•For each feature explanation in this section, only the
combined form of the voice command is given. You
can also break the commands into parts and say each
part of the command when you are asked for it. For
example, you can use the combined form voice com-
mandPhonebook New Entry,or you can break the
combined form command into two voice commands:
PhonebookandNew Entry.Please remember, the
uconnectphone works best when you talk in a
normal conversational tone, as if speaking to someone
sitting a few feet/meters away from you.
Voice Command Tree
Refer to “Voice Tree” in this section.
Help Command
If you need assistance at any prompt, or if you want to
know your options at any prompt, sayHelpfollowing
the beep. The uconnectphone will play all the options at
any prompt if you ask for help.
To activate the uconnectphone from idle, simply press
the PHONE button and follow the audible prompts for
directions. All uconnectphone sessions begin with a
press of the PHONE button on the radio control head.
Cancel Command
At any prompt, after the beep, you can sayCanceland
you will be returned to the main menu. However, in a
few instances the system will take you back to the
previous menu.
Pair (Link) uconnectphone to a Cellular Phone
To begin using your uconnectphone, you must pair
your compatible Bluetoothenabled cellular phone.
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Dial by Saying a Number
•
Press the PHONE button to begin.
•After theReadyprompt and the following beep, say
Dial.
•The system will prompt you to say the number you
want to call.
•For example, you can say234-567-8901.
•The uconnectphone will confirm the phone number
and then dial. The number will appear in the display
of certain radios.
Call by Saying a Name
•
Press the PHONE button to begin.
•After theReadyprompt and the following beep, say
“Call.
•The system will prompt you to say the name of the
person you want to call.
•After theReadyprompt and the following beep, say
the name of the person you want to call. For example,
you can sayJohn Doe,where John Doe is a previ-
ously stored name entry in the uconnectphonebook
or downloaded phonebook. To learn how to store a
name in the phonebook, refer toAdd Names to Your
uconnectPhonebook,in the phonebook.
•The uconnectsystem will confirm the name and then
dial the corresponding phone number, which may
appear in the display of certain radios.
Add Names to Your uconnectPhonebook
NOTE:Adding names to the uconnectphonebook is
recommended when the vehicle is not in motion.
•Press the PHONE button to begin.
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Barge In - Overriding Prompts
The “Voice Recognition” button can be used when you
wish to skip part of a prompt and issue your voice
recognition command immediately. For example, if a
prompt is askingWould you like to pair a phone, clear
a...,you could press the VOICE RECOGNITION button
and say,Pair a Phoneto select that option without
having to listen to the rest of the voice prompt.
Turning Confirmation Prompts ON/OFF
Turning confirmation prompts off will stop the system
from confirming your choices (e.g., the uconnectphone
will not repeat a phone number before you dial it).
•Press the PHONE button to begin.
•After theReadyprompt and the following beep, say
Setup Confirmations.The uconnectphone will play
the current confirmation prompt status and you will
be given the choice to change it.
Phone and Network Status Indicators
If available on the radio and/or on a premium display
such as the instrument panel cluster, and supported by
your cellular phone, the uconnectphone will provide
notification to inform you of your phone and network
status when you are attempting to make a phone call
using uconnectphone. The status is given for roaming,
network signal strength, phone battery strength, etc.
Dialing Using the Cellular Phone Keypad
You can dial a phone number with your cellular phone
keypad and still use the uconnectphone (while dialing
via the cellular phone keypad, the user must exercise
caution and take precautionary safety measures). By
dialing a number with your paired Bluetoothcellular
phone, the audio will be played through your vehicle’s
audio system. The uconnectphone will work the same
as if you dial the number using voice recognition.
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