2010 JEEP COMMANDER instrument panel

Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located on the
climate control panel. Press this button to turn on
the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors
(if equipped). An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after approximately
10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation,
press the button a second time.
NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to
the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
Instrument Panel Features ............... 158
 Instrument Cluster .................... 159
 Instrument Cluster Description ............ 160
 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . 170
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Displays ........................... 172
▫ Engine Oil Change Indicator System ....... 175
▫ Trip Functions ...................... 176
▫ Compass Display .................... 179 ▫
Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... 181
▫ System Status ....................... 185
 Sales Code (RER/REN) — AM/FM/CD/DVD
Radio – If Equipped .................... 186
▫ Operating Instructions — Voice Recognition
System (VR) — If Equipped ............. 186
▫ Operating Instructions — uconnect™ phone
— If Equipped ...................... 186
▫ Clock Setting Procedure ............... 186
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Sales Code RES — AM/FM Stereo Radio With
CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack)............... 189
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 189
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 192
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 194
▫ Operation Instructions - Auxiliary Mode .... 197
 Sales Code RES/RSC — AM/FM Stereo Radio
With CD Player (MP3 AUX Jack) And Sirius
Radio ............................... 197
▫ Operating Instructions — Radio Mode ..... 198
▫ Operation Instructions — CD Mode For CD
And MP3 Audio Play ................. 203
▫ Notes On Playing MP3 Files ............ 205
▫ List Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 208▫
Info Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play) ...... 208
 Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)
— If Equipped ........................ 209
▫ Connecting The iPod ................. 210
▫ Using This Feature ................... 211
▫ Controlling The iPod Using Radio
Buttons ........................... 211
▫ Play Mode ......................... 211
▫ List Or Browse Mode ................. 213
 uconnect™ studios (Satellite Radio) — If
Equipped (REN/RER/RES Radios Only) ...... 215
▫ System Activation .................... 215
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius
Identification Number (ESN/SID) ......... 215
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▫Selecting uconnect™ studios (Satellite)
Mode ............................. 216
▫ Satellite Antenna ..................... 216
▫ Reception Quality .................... 216
▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ studios
(Satellite) Mode ..................... 217
▫ Operating Instructions - uconnect™ phone
(If Equipped) ....................... 219
 uconnect™ studios (Sirius Backseat TV™)
— If Equipped ........................ 219
 Video Entertainment System™ (Sales Code
XRV) — If Equipped .................... 219
 Remote Sound System Controls — If Equipped 220 ▫
Radio Operation ..................... 221
▫ CD Player ......................... 222
 CD/DVD Maintenance ................. 222
 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones ....... 223
 Climate Controls ...................... 223
▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
System — If Equipped ................. 223
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
— If Equipped ...................... 226
▫ Rear Climate Control — If Equipped ...... 233
▫ Operating Tips ...................... 235
▫ Operating Tips Chart ................. 237
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Air Outlet5 — Upper Switch Bank9 — Lower Switch Bank
2 — Instrument Cluster 6 — Power Outlet/Cigar Lighter10 — Climate Controls
3 — Radio 7 — Storage Bin11 — Ignition Switch
4 — Glove Compartment 8 — Power Outlet12 — Storage Bin
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTION
1. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
2. Brake Warning LightThis light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on, it may
indicate that the parking brake is applied, that
the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with
the anti-lock brake system reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been
disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the
master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake
hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the
Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Program (ESP) sys-
tem. In this case, the light will remain on until the
condition has been corrected. If the problem is related to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying
the brake and a brake pedal pulsation may be felt during
each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac-
ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic
system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is
indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on
when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
NOTE:
The light may flash momentarily during sharp
cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi-
tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and
the brake fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces-
sary.
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WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is
dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed.
It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have
an accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the
Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS
Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by
turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to the
ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi-
mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless
the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.
If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected
by an authorized dealer. The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
3. Turn Signal Indicator The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has
traveled about 1 mile (1.6 km) with the turn signals on, a
chime will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If
either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a
defective outside light bulb.
4. High Beam Indicator Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
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