2018 CHRYSLER PACIFICA Vacuum

NOTE:With all rear seats stowed or removed,4x8ft(1.2
x 2.4 m) sheets of building material will fit on the vehicle
floor with the liftgate closed. The front seats must be
moved slightly forward of the rearmost position.
Stow ‘n Vac Integrated Vacuum — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with an integrated vacuum
system. This vacuum is for in-vehicle use only and should
only be used on dry materials and on in-vehicle surfaces. It
is located in the rear trim panel behind the sliding door on
the driver ’s side of the vehicle. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using. When using your
vacuum, basic precautions should be followed, including
the following:
WARNING!
•
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the gear
selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in either ACC mode or engine running (ON)
unless you are using the vacuum system. Be aware a
child could operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle when the vacuum system is in
use. ALWAYS push ignition button to place ignition
in the OFF mode when finished using the vacuum
system.
Rear Cargo Area
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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, serious injury or death:
•Do not use vacuum while vehicle is in motion or
while driving.
•Do not vacuum wet surfaces or any liquids.
• Do not use to vacuum up anything outside of the
vehicle.
• Do not vacuum any flammable liquids, such as
gasoline, or use around explosive vapors. Vapors
from flammable liquids may form an explosive mix-
ture with air and can be ignited by heat, sparks, or
flames. Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and
explode.
•Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes/embers.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not leave the vacuum running while unattended.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only
attachments provided with your vehicle.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Do not vacuum toxic material such as chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.
• Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws, coins, etc.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from openings and moving parts.
• Only use with filter in place. Periodically check that
the filter is in place and in good condition.
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WARNING!
This equipment incorporates parts such as switches,
motors, or the like that tend to produce arcs or sparks
that can cause an explosion. When using your vacuum
near gasoline-dispensing equipment or service sta-
tions, park vehicle at least 20 ft (6 m) away from the
exterior enclosure of any dispensing pump. The
vacuum is mounted more than 18 inches (45 cm) above
ground level in your vehicle.
1. Before Using Vacuum:
Accessory (ACC) Mode Operation - For up to 10 minutes
of operation
Always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into
PARK, and push ignition button to place ignition in
Accessory (ACC) mode. The engine will not be running in
this mode. Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,
or in a location accessible to children.
NOTE: The vacuum system will run for 10 minutes off
battery power and then the vacuum will shut down. A low
battery indication light (LOW PWR) located below the
vacuum nozzle storage location will come on one minute
before the vacuum shuts down. Engine Running (ON) Operation - For more than 10
minutes of operation
•Position vehicle outdoors and fully open all side
windows.
• Always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission
into PARK, and leave engine running.
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases can cause
serious injury or death. Follow the precautions below
to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases.
• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Always position vehicle outdoors and
fully open all side windows before using vacuum
system with the engine running.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main-
tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal condi-
tions repaired promptly.
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2. Unclip the vacuum nozzle and pull to extend vacuumhose from the storage location.
NOTE: The hose can reach every corner of the vehicle floor.
3. Install desired attachment if needed. NOTE:
To access crevice or upholstery attachments, open
the front Attachment Compartment.
•Crevice Tool — Able to reach into tight spaces includ-
ing the seat latches located in the floor.
• Upholstery Tool — Use to agitate dirt and debris from
carpets and seats. This tool can also be used to pick up
pet hair.
• Hose Extension — Use to add another 12 ft of usable
length to the vacuum hose. Hose extension is located
in the upper access panel behind the third row seat on
the driver ’s side.
4. Push vacuum On/Off button
located under the
vacuum nozzle storage location. Use vacuum as
needed.
NOTE:
•When the vacuum is ON, the LED indicator on the
On/Off button will illuminate.
Front Storage Compartments
1 — Vacuum Nozzle Storage Location
2 — Attachment Compartment 150 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

•When the vacuum is OFF, the LED indicator will also
be off.
• After nine minutes of operation in ACC mode (engine
not running), the Low Power Indicator Light (LOW
PWR) will illuminate.WARNING!
For in vehicle use ONLY. To reduce the risk of fire,
serious injury or death:
•Do not use vacuum while vehicle is in motion or
while driving.
•Do not vacuum wet surfaces or any liquids.
• Do not use to vacuum up anything outside of the
vehicle.
•
Do not vacuum any flammable liquids, such as gaso-
line, or use around explosive vapors. Vapors from
flammable liquids may form an explosive mixture
with air and can be ignited by heat, sparks, or flames.
Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and explode.
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes/embers.
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Power Buttons
1 — Low Power Indicator Light
2 — On/Off Button
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not leave the vacuum running while unattended.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only
attachments provided with your vehicle.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Do not vacuum toxic material such as chlorine
bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc.
• Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws, coins, etc.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from openings and moving parts.
• Only use with filter in place. Periodically check that
the filter is in place and in good condition.
WARNING!
This equipment incorporates parts such as switches,
motors, or the like that tend to produce arcs or sparks
that can cause an explosion. When using your vacuum
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WARNING! (Continued)
near gasoline-dispensing equipment or service sta-
tions, park vehicle at least 20 ft (6 m) away from the
exterior enclosure of any dispensing pump. The
vacuum is mounted more than 18 inches (45 cm) above
ground level in your vehicle.
5. When finished, push power button to turn vacuum off and store vacuum hose and any attachments.
6. Before exiting the vehicle: •If vehicle is in ACC mode, push ignition button to
place ignition in the OFF mode, remove key fob from
the vehicle, and lock the vehicle.
• If the engine is running, raise all of the windows, push
ignition button to place ignition in the OFF mode,
remove key fob from the vehicle, close all of the doors
and the liftgate and lock the vehicle.
Vacuum Troubleshooting
• DO NOT use with any opening blocked. If an object
becomes lodged in the hose, attempt to fully extend the
hose in a straight line while the vacuum motor is
running. If this does not dislodge the object, turn the
vacuum OFF and remove the hose from the vehicle
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following the removal instructions below. If the filter is
clogged, follow the emptying debris bin procedure and
lightly tap the filter on the collection bin to remove any
collected debris from the filter. Both the bin and the filter
can be rinsed with water if needed. To avoid mold and
stale odors, allow both to dry completely before rein-
stalling in your vehicle. If filter has tears, holes or other
damage and needs to be replaced, please contact your
authorized dealer.
• If there are any other issues with your vacuum, contact
your authorized dealer. Your vacuum has no user ser-
viceable parts.
Debris Bin
The debris bin is located behind the lower access panel
behind the third row seat on the driver ’s side.
To Empty
1. Push power button to turn vacuum OFF.
2. Open the lower access panel by pulling the finger grip towards you and then pull downward.
3. Twist the release knob counterclockwise and pull the bin towards you. 4. Remove the filter and dump the debris in a trash can.
Lightly tap the filter on the collection bin to remove
loose debris from the filter. If the filter is clogged from
extended use, have the filter replaced by your autho-
rized dealer.
5. Reverse the procedure to reinstall.
NOTE: The debris bin must be fully installed and locked
for the vacuum to function properly.
Debris Bin Release Knob
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Hose Access Port
The hose access port is located behind the upper access
panel behind the third row seat on the driver ’s side.
To Remove Vacuum Hose For Cleaning
1. Unclip the hose from the hose access port located in therear of the vehicle by pushing the yellow vacuum hose
release lever with right thumb and lifting the hose with
index finger. 2. Return to vacuum nozzle storage location located be-
hind the sliding door.
3. Grab the vacuum nozzle and gently pull the hose out through vacuum nozzle storage location.
4. Shake the hose to remove any objects stuck in the hose. Take care not to perforate the hose while attempting to
dislodge any objects.
5. Reverse the procedure to reinstall and clip the hose into place.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that
operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink
unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery.
The HomeLink buttons, located on the driver ’s sunvisor,
designate the three different HomeLink channels. The
HomeLink indicator is located above the center button.
Vacuum System Access Panels
1 — Upper Access Panel
2 — Lower Access Panel 154 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE