2013 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY radio antenna

Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification
Number (ESN/SID)
Please have the following information available when
calling:
1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius IdentificationNumber (ESN/SID).
2. Your Vehicle Identification Number.
To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps:
ESN/SID Access
With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-
tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll
using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is
selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the
Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number
display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on
the radio to exit this screen.
Selecting Uconnect® (Satellite) Mode
Press the SAT button until SATappears in the display.
A CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio
mode.
Satellite Antenna
To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the
roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects
placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause
decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as
bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within
the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly
on or above the antenna.
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Reception Quality
Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the
following reasons:
•The vehicle is parked in an underground parking
structure or under a physical obstacle.
• Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the
form of short audio mutes.
• Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can
cause intermittent reception.
• Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can
cause signal blockage.
Operating Instructions - Uconnect® (Satellite)
Mode
NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or
ACC position to operate the radio.
SEEK Buttons
Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next
channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek
up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will
remain tuned to the new channel until you make another
selection. Holding either button will bypass channels
without stopping until you release it.
SCAN Button
Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for
the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con-
tinuing to the next. To stop the search, press the SCAN
button a second time.
INFO Button
Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa-
tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail-
able). Also, pressing and holding the INFO button for an
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CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following
precautions:
1.
Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface.
2. If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,wiping from center to edge.
3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch- ing the disc.
4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays.
5. Store the disc in its case after playing.
6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. NOTE:
If you experience difficulty in playing a particular
disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating
removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized,
or have protection encoding. Try a known good disc
before considering disc player service.RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is
not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does
not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during mobile phone operation when
not using Uconnect® (if equipped).
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To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may
scratch the elements.When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be
used, but do not use high alcohol content or abrasive
cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a clean damp
rag.
2. Dry with a soft cloth.
636 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............623
Adding Fuel ............................ .546
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .620
Additives, Fuel .......................... .540
Adjustable Pedals ........................ .238
Airbag ..................................79
Airbag Deployment ........................90
Airbag Light .............................86
Airbag Maintenance ........................92
Airbag, Side ..............................82
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................83
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .612
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................616
Air Conditioning ......................... .437
Air Conditioning Controls ...................437
Air Conditioning Filter .....................459
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone .................443
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................616
Air Conditioning System ....................437 Air Conditioning System, Zone Control
..........437
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .517
Alarm Light ............................ .323
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................17
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antenna, Satellite Radio .....................377
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..................622
Disposal ............................. .625
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................318
Anti-Theft System ..........................17
Appearance Care ........................ .631
Ashtray ............................... .281
Assistance Towing ........................ .163
Assist, Hill Start ......................... .501
Auto Down Power Windows ..................46
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................135
Automatic Door Locks ......................38
Automatic Headlights ..................... .224
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........446
678 INDEX

Reporting Safety Defects....................671
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................317
Restraint, Head .......................... .195
Restraints, Child ...........................95
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .................595
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ...................298
Rotation, Tires .......................... .528
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................122
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................125
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................671
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .121
Safety Information, Tire .....................504
Safety Tips ............................. .120
Satellite Radio Antenna .....................377
Schedule, Maintenance .....................658
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .637
Seat Belt Reminder .........................77
Seat Belts ................................60 Adjustable Shoulder Belt
...................70
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........70
And Pregnant Women .....................78
Child Restraint ..........................95
Extender ..............................78
Front Seat .............................64
Inspection ........................... .122
Pretensioners ...........................73
Rear Seat ..............................64
Seats ................................. .186
Adjustment .......................... .186
Fold in Floor (Stow nGo).................200
Memory ............................. .217
Power .............................. .187
Reclining ............................ .194
Stow n Go (Fold in Floor) .................200
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ..................17
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............654
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................15
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s
electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals.
Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed
properly by trained personnel. The following must be observed
during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly to the
battery and fused as close to the battery as possible. The negative
power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent to
the negative battery connection. This connection should not be
fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof or the
rear area of the vehicle. Care should be used in mounting antennas
with magnet bases. Magnets may affect the accuracy or operation
of the compass on vehicles so equipped.The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away
from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded
coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a low
Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal
may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interference be-
tween the communications equipment and the vehicle’s electronic
systems.