2009 JEEP COMMANDER seats

NOTE:The cupholder insert is removable, from the
console, for cleaning. It can be reinstalled with the larger
cup depression towards the passenger seat, but the top
surface will not be flush with the console surface.
Cupholders (Second Row Seat)
The second row seat has two cupholders in the center
armrest. Lower the center armrest. Refer to “Seats” in this
section. Press the front of the cupholder, and the cup-
holder will come out of the armrest.
Cupholders (Second Row Seat)
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SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV™ — IF EQUIPPED
Satellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcasting
technology to provide streaming video. The subscription
service provider is SIRIUS Satellite Radio. SIRIUS Backseat
TV™ offers three video channels for family entertainment,
directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.
NOTE:SIRIUS service is not available in Hawaii and
has limited coverage in Alaska.
Refer to your Video Entertainment System (VES)™, RER
Navigation or REN Multimedia User Manuals for de-
tailed operating instructions.
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM™ (SALES
CODE XRV) — IF EQUIPPED
The optional VES™ (Video Entertainment System) con-
sists of a LCD (liquid crystal display) screen, a battery-
powered remote control, and two headsets. Refer to your
VES™ User’s Manual for detailed operating instructions.The LCD screen is located on the headliner behind the
front seats.Lowering the Display Screen
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Defrost
Air is directed to the windshield through the
outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also
directed to the front door windows through the side
window demister grilles. Some airflow is delivered to the
floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained.
Defrost/Floor
Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets
and the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is
also directed to the front door windows through the
side window demister grilles. Some airflow is delivered
to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be
maintained.
Floor
Air flows through the floor outlets located under
the instrument panel and into the rear seating areathrough vents under the front seats. Some airflow is
delivered to defrost while in the floor mode so that
comfort can be maintained.
Bi-Level
Air flows both through the outlets located in the
instrument panel and those located on the floor. Air
flows through the registers in the back of the center
console, and under the front seats to the rear seat
passengers. These registers can be closed to partially
block airflow. The center console outlets deliver condi-
tioned air while the floor outlets deliver heated air.
Panel
Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel. Air flows through the registers in the
back of the center console to the rear seat passengers.
These registers can be closed to block airflow.
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NOTE:Regardless of the type of operation, when a
temperature knob is set to the full clockwise or full
counterclockwise position, the system will deliver full
hot or full cold air out of the ducts, respectively.
The operator can override the AUTO mode setting and
select the direction of the air by rotating the right mode
knob to one of the following positions. When the Mode is
set to any position other than AUTO, the automatic
control of air temperature is disabled. The user must
adjust the temperature knobs to obtain the desired tem-
perature.
Defrost
Air is directed to the windshield through the
outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is also
directed to the front door windows through the side
window demister grilles. Some airflow is delivered to the
floor while in defrost so that comfort can be maintained.NOTE:The defrost mode is not automatically selected.
It must be manually selected, when desired.
Defrost/Floor
Air flows through the front and rear floor outlets
and the outlets at the base of the windshield. Air is
also directed to the front door windows through the
side window demister grilles. Some airflow is delivered
to the floor while in defrost so that comfort can be
maintained.
Floor
Air flows through the floor outlets located under
the instrument panel and into the rear seating area
through vents under the front seats. Some airflow is
delivered to defrost while in floor mode, so that comfort
can be maintained.
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Bi-Level
Air flows both through the outlets located in the
instrument panel and those located on the floor. Air
flows through the registers in the back of the center
console, and under the front seats to the rear seat
passengers. These registers can be closed to block airflow.
The center console outlets deliver conditioned air while
the floor outlets deliver heated air.
Panel
Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel. Air flows through the registers in the
back of the center console to the rear seat passengers.
These registers can be closed to block airflow.
Air Conditioning
Press this button to turn on and off the air condi-
tioning during manual operation only. Condi-
tioned outside air is then directed through theoutlets selected on the mode control dial. The button
includes an LED that illuminates when manual operation
is selected.
NOTE:To manually control the air conditioning, the
mode selector must be moved out of the AUTO position.
Recirculation
This button can be used to block out smoke,
odors, dust, high humidity, or if rapid cooling
is desired. The “Recirculation” mode should
only be used temporarily. The button includes
an LED that illuminates, which indicates that the “Recir-
culation” mode is active. You may use this feature
separately.
NOTE:Extended use of recirculation may cause the
windows to fog. If the interior of the windows begins to
fog, press the “Recirculate” icon button to return to
outside air. Some temperature/humidity conditions will
cause captured interior air to condense on windows and
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•Use MOPARTouch Up Paint on scratches or chips as
soon as possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up
paint to match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove
heavy soil, use MOPARWheel Cleaner or select a
nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring
pads, steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes. Only
MOPARcleaners are recommended. Do not use oven
cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’
protective finish.
YES EssentialsFabric Cleaning Procedure – If
Equipped
YES Essentialsseats may be cleaned in the following
manner:
•Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
•Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
•For tough stains, apply MOPARTotal Clean or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•For grease stains, apply MOPARMulti-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
•Do not use any solvents or protectants on Yes Essen-
tialsproducts.
Interior Care
Use MOPARTotal Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with MOPARTotal Clean, then
446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CavityCartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
18 40 Amp
GreenAccessory Delay,
Seats
19 40 Amp
GreenJB Power
20 30 Amp
PinkWiper Motor
21 20 Amp
YellowFuel Pump
22 20 Amp
YellowTCM, A/C Clutch
23 25 Amp
NaturalPower Inverter
24 20 Amp
YellowRear Heated Seats
25 20 Amp
YellowFinal Drive Control
Module (FDCM)CavityCartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
26 15 Amp
BlueBrake Lamps
27 20 Amp
YellowHD Washer (If
Equipped) (Export
Only)
28 30 Amp
GreenABS Valves
29 20 Amp
YellowPCM Batt (Gasoline
Only)
30 — Spare
31 — Spare
32 15 Amp
BluePowertrain Control
Module (Diesel Only)
33 20 Amp
YellowFinal Drive Control
Module (FDCM)
E-Diff
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Folding Rear Seat.....................128,132
Four Wheel Drive....................... 307
Operation........................... 307
Systems............................. 307
Four Wheel Drive Operation................ 307
Four-Way Hazard Flasher.................. 400
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 306
Front Axle (Differential)................... 438
Front Heated Seats....................... 125
Fuel................................. 367
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................... 375
Gasoline............................ 367
Gauge.............................. 199
Materials Added....................... 370
Octane Rating........................ 367
Requirements......................... 465
Tank Capacity........................ 465
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution................370,376,377Fuses................................ 449
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ........... 162
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)............375,377,418
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 367
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 368
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends................ 368
Gauges
Coolant Temperature................... 196
Fuel............................... 199
Speedometer......................... 191
Tachometer.......................... 194
Gear Ranges........................... 299
General Information...............20,26,116,366
Glass Cleaning.......................... 448
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............378,381
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............378,380
GVWR............................... 378
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