2009 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Owners Manual

CommandsThe Voice Recognition (VR) system understands two
types of commands. Universal commands are available at
all times. Local commands are available if the supported
radio mode is active.
Changing the Volume
1. Start a dialogue by pressing the VR button.
2. Say a command (e.g., “Help”).
3. Use the ON/OFF VOLUME rotary knob to adjust the
volume to a comfortable level while the Voice Recogni-
tion (VR) system is speaking. Please note the volume
setting for VR is different than the audio system.
Main Menu
Start a dialogue by pressing the VR button. You may say
“Main Menu” to switch to the main menu.
In this mode, you can say the following commands:
“Radio” (to switch to the radio mode)
“Disc” (to switch to the disc mode)
“Memo” (to switch to the memo recorder)
“System Setup” (to switch to system setup)
Radio AM (or Radio Long Wave or Radio Medium
Wave — If Equipped)
To switch to the AM band, say “AM” or “Radio AM”. In
this mode, you may say the following commands:
“Frequency” (to change the frequency)
“Next Station” (to select the next station)
“Previous Station” (to select the previous station)
“Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu)
“Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu)
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Radio FMTo switch to the FM band, say “FM” or “Radio FM”. In
this mode, you may say the following commands:
“Frequency” (to change the frequency)
“Next Station” (to select the next station)
“Previous Station” (to select the previous station)
“Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu)
“Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu)
Satellite Radio
To switch to satellite radio mode, say “Sat” or “Satellite
Radio”. In this mode, you may say the following com-
mands:
“Channel Number” (to change the channel by its
spoken number)
“Next Channel” (to select the next channel)
“Previous Channel” (to select the previous channel)
“List Channel” (to hear a list of available channels)
“Select Name” (to say the name of a channel)
“Radio Menu” (to switch to the radio menu)
“Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu)
Disc
To switch to the disc mode, say “Disc”. In this mode, you
may say the following commands:
“Track” (#) (to change the track)
“Next Track” (to play the next track)
“Previous Track” (to play the previous track)
“Main Menu” (to switch to the main menu)
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MemoTo switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In
this mode, you may say the following commands:
“New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the
recording, you may press the VR button to stop
recording. You proceed by saying one of the following
commands:
“Save” (to save the memo)
“Continue” (to continue recording)
“Delete” (to delete the recording)
“Play Memos” (to play previously recorded memos)
— During the playback you may press the VR button
to stop playing memos. You proceed by saying one of
the following commands:
“Repeat” (to repeat a memo)
“Next” (to play the next memo)
“Previous” (to play the previous memo)
“Delete” (to delete a memo)
“Delete All” (to delete all memos)
System Setup
To switch to system setup, say “Setup”. In this mode, you
may say the following commands:
“Language German”
“Language Dutch”
“Language Italian”
“Language English”
“Language French”
“Language Spanish”
“Tutorial”
“Voice Training”
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NOTE:Keep in mind that you have to press the VR
button first and wait for the beep before speaking the
“Barge In” commands.
Voice Training
For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-
nizing their voice commands or numbers, uconnectt
phone Voice Training feature may be used.
1. Press the VR button, say “System Setup” and once you
are in that menu then say “Voice Training.” This will train
your own voice to the system and will improve recogni-
tion.
2. Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by
uconnectt phone. For best results, the Voice Training
session should be completed when the vehicle is parked,
engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan
switched off. This procedure may be repeated with a new
user. The system will adapt to the last trained voice only.
SEATS
Seats are a primary part of the Occupant Restraint System
of the vehicle. They need to be used properly for safe
operation of the vehicle. WARNING!

DO NOT allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts. In a collision, people riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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Manual Front And Second Row Seat AdjusterThe adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat.
Pull the bar upward and move the seat to the desired
position. Release the bar to lock the seat into position.
Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the
seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched. WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could
cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be
properly adjusted and you could be injured. Adjust
any seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Manual Seat Adjuster
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Eight–Way Driver And Passenger Power Seat — If
EquippedThe power seat switches are located on the outboard side
of the seat. The front switch controls the up/down,
forward/rearward and tilt adjustment. The rear switch
controls the recline adjustment of the seatback.
Driver Power Seat Switch
1 — Front Switch
2 — Rear Switch
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CAUTION!DO NOT place any article under a power seat or
impede its ability to move as it may cause damage to
the seat controls. Seat travel may become limited if
movement is stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s
path.
Adjustable Head Restraints
Head restraints can reduce the risk of whiplash injury in
the event of a rear impact. Pull upward or push down-
ward on the head restraint cushion so that the upper
edge is as high as practical. To raise the head restraint,
pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head
restraint, press the release tab located at the base of the
head restraint and push downward on the head restraint.
Adjusting The Head Restraint Cushion
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Heated Seats — If EquippedThis feature heats the front driver and passenger seats.
The controls for front heated seats are located on the
center instrument panel area.
After turning the ignition ON, you can choose from High,
Low, or Off heat settings. Amber indicator lights in each
switch indicate the level of heat in use. Two indicator
lights will illuminate for High, one for Low, and none for
Off.
Press the switch once to select High-level heat-
ing. Press the switch a second time to select
Low-level heating. Press the switch a third time
to shut the heating elements Off. Second row heated seat switches are located in the
sliding side door handle trim panels and function the
same as front switches. Heated Seat Switch
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