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Blower Control Knob
Blower Control Buttons Blower Control
Blower Control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the climate system. There are
seven blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode to switch to manual
operation. The speeds can be selected using either the blower control knob on the faceplate or the
buttons on the touchscreen.
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Faceplate: The blower speed increases as you turn the blower control knob clockwise from the
lowest blower setting. The blower speed decreases as you turn the blower control knob counter -
clockwise.
• Touchscreen: Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting and the large blower icon to
increase the blower setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the
icons.
NOTE:
On Uconnect 4C NAV With 12–inch display radios, pressing the blower control button below one
turns the Climate Control system OFF.
Mode Control Knob
Mode Controls Button Modes Control
Control Knob:
Push the Mode Control Knob to change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow
distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
defrost outlets and demist outlets.
Touchscreen: Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode buttons on the touchscreen to change the
airflow distribution mode. The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the
instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost outlets and demist outlets.
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Panel Mode Panel ModeAir comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually adjusted
to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and
down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel located below the air
vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.
Bi-Level Mode Bi-Level Mode Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed
through the defrost and side window demister outlets.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets and
warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side
window demister outlets.
Mix Mode Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in
cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for
maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
Climate Control OFF Button
This button turns the Climate Control System off.
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Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with a
high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion
protection and to protect against engine overheating. OAT
coolant (conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor-
mance, make sure the engine cooling system is functioning
properly and the proper amount, type, and concentration of
coolant is used. Use of the Air Recirculation mode during
Winter months is not recommended, because it may cause
window fogging.
Vacation/Storage
Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e.,
vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning
system at idle for about five minutes, in fresh air with the
blower setting on high. This will ensure adequate system
lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor
damage when the system is started again. Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy,
and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select Defrost
or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed. Do not use
the Recirculation mode without A/C for long periods, as
fogging may occur.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the
heating elements:
• 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 abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.

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HOOD
To Open The Hood
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steeringwheel at the base of the instrument panel.
Hood Release 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood
and push the safety latch lever to the left to release it,
before raising the hood.
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INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Storage
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of
the instrument panel and features both an upper and lower
storage area.
NOTE:
Not all vehicles are equipped with a door over the upper
storage area.Glove Compartment
If equipped with a covered upper glove compartment, push
the release button to open.
To open the lower glove compartment, pull the release
handle.
1 — Upper Glove Compartment Release Button (If Equipped)
2 — Upper Glove Compartment
3 — Lower Glove Compartment
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Front Bench Seat Storage — If Equipped
If your vehicle is equipped with a front bench seat, storage
can be found by folding down the center seat back. A console
storage area and cupholders are available. With the seatback
in the upright position, lifting the seat bottom also reveals a
storage location.Front Bench Seat Storage There is a storage drawer located in the lower center of the
instrument panel. It can be released by pushing the access
button above it. The drawer is actuator assisted once the
access button is pushed. Pull drawer outward to the fully
open position.
Storage Drawer
1 — Access Button
2 — Storage Drawer

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An auxiliary power outlet can be found in the tray on top of
the center stack. This power outlet only works when the
vehicle is in the ON/RUN or ACC position.Power Outlet — Top Of Center Stack
Power Outlet Fuse Locations:
• F104 Fuse 20 A Yellow UCI Port/ USB Rear Center Console
• F90Fuse 20 A Yellow Instrument Panel Power Outlet Battery Fed (If Equipped) • F91 Fuse 20 A Yellow Instrument Panel Power Outlet Igni
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tion Fed (If Equipped)
• F93 Fuse 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter/ Instrument Panel Power Outlet (If Equipped)
When the vehicle is turned off, be sure to unplug any equip -
ment as to not drain the battery of the vehicle. All accessories
connected to the outlet(s) should be removed or turned off
when the vehicle is not in use to protect the battery against
discharge.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
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All power inverters are designed with built-in overload
protection. If the power rating of 400 Watts is exceeded, the
power inverter shuts down. Once the electrical device has
been removed from the outlet the inverter should reset.Rear Center Console Power Inverter Outlet
NOTE:
400 Watts is the maximum for the inverter, not each outlet. If
three outlets are in use, 400 Watts is shared amongst the
devices plugged in. If equipped, a 115 Volt (400 Watts Maximum) inverter may
be located inside the ram box of your vehicle. The inverter
can be turned on by the Instrument Panel Power Inverter
switch located to the left of the steering wheel. This inverter
can power cellular phones, electronics and other low power
devices requiring power up to 400 Watts. Certain high-end
video game consoles exceed this power limit, as will most
power tools.
Ram Box Power Inverter
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