2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN climate settings

Front Heated Seats
There are two heated seat switches that allow the driver
and passenger to operate the seats independently. The
controls for each heater are located on the switch bank
below the climate controls.
You can choose from HI, LO or OFF heat settings. Amber
indicator lights in each switch indicate the level of heat in
use. Two indicator lights will illuminate for HI, one for LO
and none for OFF.Push the switch once to select HI-level heating.
Push the switch a second time to select LO-level
heating. Push the switch a third time to shut the
heating elements OFF.
NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt
within two to five minutes.
If the HI-level setting is selected, the system will automati-
cally switch to LO-level after approximately 60 minutes of
continuous operation. At that time, the display will change
from HI to LO, indicating the change. The LO-level setting
will turn OFF automatically after approximately 45 min-
utes.
Rear Heated Seats
On some models, the second row seats are equipped with
heaters. There are two heated seat switches that allow the
second row passengers to operate the seats independently.
The heated seat switches are located on the sliding side
door handle trim panels.
Second Row Heated Seat Switch
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Rear Blower Control
The primary control for the rear blower is on the front
climate control unit, located on the instrument panel.
Only when the front control for the rear blower is in the
REARposition do the second row seat occupants have
control of the rear blower speed.
The rear blower control, located in the rear overhead
console, has an off position and a range of blower speeds.
This allows the second row seat occupants to control the
volume of air circulated in the rear of the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Rear Manual Climate Control
system through an intake grille, located in the right
side trim panel behind the third row seats. The heater
outlets are located in the right side trim panel, just
behind the sliding door. Do not block or place objects
directly in front of the inlet grille or heater outlets. The
electrical system could overload, causing damage to the
blower motor.
Rear Temperature Control
The rear mode selection REAR,allows the settings to be
controlled by the rear mode control knob.
To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle, rotate
the temperature control knob counterclockwise for cold air,
and clockwise for heated air.
When rear controls are locked by the front system, the lock
symbol on the temperature knob is illuminated, and the
rear overhead adjustments are inoperable.
Rear Mode Control
Headliner Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each of
these outlets can be individually adjusted to direct
the flow of air. Moving the air vanes of the outlets to one
side will shut off the airflow.
Bi-Level Mode
Air comes from both the headliner outlets and the
floor outlets.
NOTE: In many temperature positions, the Bi-Level mode
is designed to provide cooler air out of the headliner
outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets.
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4. Mode Display
This display shows the current Mode selection (Panel,
Bi-Level, Floor, Mix).
5. Rear Temperature Control Display
This display shows the current Rear Temperature Control
settings.
6. Front Auto Indicator
This indicates when the system is in Front Auto mode.
7. Auto Indicator
This indicates when the system is in Auto mode.
8. Right Front Seat Occupant Temperature Display
This display shows the temperature setting for the right
front seat occupant.
9. Front Defrost Button
Push and release to change the current setting, the indica-
tor illuminates when ON. Performing this function will
cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. The blower
will engage immediately if the Defrost mode is selected.10. Passenger Temperature Control Up/Down Button
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Push the top button for warmer temperatures or
the lower button for cooler temperature settings.
11. Rear Control Button
Provides toggle operation between front control screen and
rear control screen. Push the button to activate the rear
climate control screen and allow the front seat occupants
control over the rear climate settings.
12. Rear Window Defrost
Push 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.
13. Rear Lock
Push and release the Rear Lock button on the front ATC
panel to lock and unlock the rear climate controls.
14. Auto Temperature Control Button
Controls airflow temperature, distribution, volume, and
the amount of air recirculation automatically. Push and
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release to select. Refer to “Automatic Operation” for more
information. Performing this function will cause the ATC
to switch between manual mode and automatic modes.
15. Climate Control OFF Button
Push and release to turn the Climate Control OFF. If the
control is OFF, push any button to turn the control ON.
16. Blower Control
There are seven blower speeds, the blower speed increases
as you move the control to the right from the lowest blower
setting. Performing this function will cause the ATC to
switch into manual mode.
17. Mode Control Button
Push and release to select between Modes (Panel, Bi-Level,
Floor, Mix). Performing this function will cause the ATC to
switch into manual mode.
18. Recirculation Control Button
Push and release to change the current setting, the indica-
tor illuminates when ON.
19. SYNC Button
Push and release to control the temperature setting for all
three zones from the driver temperature control.20. Driver Temperature Control Up/Down Button
Provides the driver with independent temperature control.
Push the top button for warmer temperatures or the lower
button for cooler temperature settings.
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Automatic Operation
1. Push the AUTO button on the front ATC Panel and the
words Front Auto will illuminate in the front ATC
display, along with two temperatures for the driver and
front passenger. The system will then automatically
regulate the amount of airflow.
2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain, by adjusting the driver, passenger, and rear
temperatures. Once the desired temperature is dis-
played, the system will achieve and automatically main-
tain that comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the settings. You will experience
the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to
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NOTE:
•It is not necessary to move the temperature settings. The
system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode and
fan speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible.
• The temperature can be displayed in English or Metric
units by selecting the “Display Units of Measure in”
customer-programmable feature. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster Display” in this Section.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the automatic
mode, during cold start-ups, the blower fan will remain on
low until the engine warms up. The fan will engage
immediately if the Defrost mode is selected, or by changing
the front blower knob setting.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual override
features. The AUTO symbol in the front ATC display will
be turned off when the system is being used in the manual
mode.
NOTE: The system will not automatically sense the pres-
ence of fog, mist or ice on the windshield. DEFROST mode
must be manually selected to clear the windshield and side
glass.
Air Conditioning (A/C)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to
manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning sys-
tem. When in A/C mode with the ATC set to a cool
temperature, dehumidified air flows through the air out-
lets. If Economy mode is desired, push the A/C button to
turn off the A/C mode in the ATC display and deactivate
the A/C system.
NOTE:
• If the system is in Mix or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be
turned off, but the A/C system shall remain active to
prevent fogging of the windows.
• If not operating in AUTO mode, the system will not
automatically sense the presence of fog, mist or ice on
the windshield. DEFROST mode must be manually
selected to clear the windshield and side glass.
• If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass,
select Defrost mode and adjust blower speed if needed.
Controlling The Rear Climate Controls From The
Front ATC Panel
The Three-Zone ATC system allows for adjustment of the
rear climate controls from the front ATC panel.
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