2020 DODGE DURANGO Owners Manual

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Controlling The Rear Climate Controls
From The Front Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) Panel

Front ATC Panel Uconnect 4 With 7–inch Display
Rear Controls Front ATC Panel Uconnect 4C/4C NAV With 8.4–inch
Display Rear Controls
The Three-Zone ATC system allows for
adjustment of the rear climate controls from the
front ATC panel.
To change the rear system settings:
Press the "Rear Climate" button on the touch
-
screen to display the rear climate controls.
The control functions now operate the rear
system.
To return to the Front screen on the Uconnect
system, press the "Front Climate" button on
the touchscreen.
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
Press and release this button to turn the Climate Control ON/OFF.
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Rear Mode ControlRear Mode Control
The rear airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the headliner outlets, the floor outlets or both.
Headliner Mode 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 shuts off the airflow.
Bi-Level Mode 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.
Floor Mode Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets.
Rear Blower Control
Rear Blower Control is used to regulate the amount of air forced through the rear climate system. There are seven blower
speeds available. The speeds can be selected using the buttons on the touchscreen. Use the small blower icon (or blower icon
with the downward arrow) to reduce the blower setting, and the large blower icon (or blower icon with the upward arrow) to
increase the blower setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the blower bar area between the icons.

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REAR AUTO Button
Press and release this button on the touchscreen to change the current setting. The REAR AUTO indicator will illuminate when
REAR AUTO is on. This feature automatically controls the rear interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and
amount. Toggling this function will cause the rear system to switch between manual mode and automatic modes. Refer to
“Automatic Operation” within this section for further information.
LOCK REAR Button
Press and release this button to lock out the rear manual temperature controls from adjusting the rear temperature and
blower settings. The LOCK REAR indicator will illuminate when LOCK REAR is on.
Front Climate Button
Press and release to return to the Front Climate Control Screen.
SYNC Button
Press the SYNC button on the touchscreen to toggle the SYNC feature on/off. The SYNC indicator will illuminate when SYNC is
on. SYNC is used to synchronize the front passenger temperature and rear passenger temperature, mode, and blower settings
with the driver temperature, mode, and blower settings. Changing the front passenger temperature or rear passenger
temperature, mode, or blower settings while in SYNC will automatically exit this feature.
NOTE:
The SYNC button is only available on the touchscreen.
Rear Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release this button to turn the Rear Climate Control ON/OFF.
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Rear Automatic Temperature Control

Rear Automatic Climate Controls
The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the
rear right side of the third row seats and
overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating
position. The system provides heated air
through the floor outlets or cool, dehumidified
air through the headliner outlets.
The rear system temperature control buttons
are located on the headliner on the passenger
side of the vehicle.
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Rear Mode Control
Turn the rear mode knob to adjust airflow distribution. The rear mode settings are displayed in the control head. The rear
airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the headliner outlets, the floor outlets, or both.
Panel Mode 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 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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Floor Mode
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets.
Rear Temperature Control
Turn the rear temperature knob to adjust the temperature. Turn it to the right (clockwise) to raise the temperature. Turn it to
the left (counterclockwise) to lower the temperature. The rear temperature setting is displayed in the control head.
Rear Blower Control
Turn the rear blower knob to regulate the amount of air forced through the system in any mode you select. The blower speed
increases as you move the knob clockwise from the off position. The rear blower setting is displayed in the control head.
Rear AUTO Setting
Turn the blower knob to the AUTO setting. This feature automatically controls the rear interior cabin temperature by adjusting
airflow distribution and amount. Changing the blower knob to any other blower setting will cause the rear system to switch to
manual mode. Refer to “Automatic Operation” within this section for further information.
Rear Temperature Lock
The Rear Temperature Lock symbol on the control head is illuminated when the rear controls are locked by the front system.
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Rear Lock
Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock button on
the Uconnect touchscreen, illuminates a lock
symbol in the rear display. The rear temperature
and air source are controlled from the front
Uconnect system.
Rear second row occupants can only adjust the
rear ATC control when the Rear Temperature
Lock button is turned off.
The rear ATC is located in the headliner, near
the center of the vehicle.
Press the Rear Temperature Lock button on
the Uconnect touchscreen. This turns off the
Rear Temperature Lock icon in the rear
temperature knob.
Rotate the Rear Blower, Rear Temperature
and the Rear Mode Control knobs to suit your
comfort needs.
ATC is selected by adjusting the rear blower
knob counterclockwise to AUTO.
Once the desired temperature is displayed, the
ATC System will automatically achieve and
maintain that comfort level. 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 function
automatically.
CLIMATE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
A/C (Air Conditioning)
The A/C (Air Conditioning) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate the
air conditioning system. When the air
conditioning system is turned on, cool
dehumidified air will flow through the outlets
into the cabin. For improved fuel economy,
press the A/C button to turn off the air
conditioning and manually adjust the blower
and airflow mode settings. Also, make sure to
select only Panel, Bi-Level, or Floor modes.
NOTE:
For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is
in Mix, Floor 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 fog or mist appears on the windshield or
side glass, select Defrost mode, and increase
blower speed if needed.
If your A/C performance seems lower than
expected, check the front of the A/C
condenser (located in front of the radiator),
for an accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean
with a gentle water spray from the front of the
radiator and through the condenser.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling
performance.
Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C
and the prior settings. The button illuminates
when MAX A/C is on.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position
can be adjusted to desired user settings.
Pressing other settings will cause the MAX A/C
operation to switch to the selected setting and
MAX A/C to exit.
Recirculation
In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may
lead to excessive window fogging. The
Recirculation feature may be unavailable
(button on the touchscreen greyed out) if
conditions exist that could create fogging on the
inside of the windshield.

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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(ATC)
Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button on the front
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
Panel and the word “AUTO” will illuminate
in the front ATC display, along with two
temperatures for the driver and front
passenger. The system will then automat -
ically regulate the amount of airflow.

2. Adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain, by adjusting the driver,
passenger, and rear temperatures. Once
the desired temperature is displayed, the
system will achieve and automatically
maintain 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
function automatically. 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.
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
presence of fog, mist or ice on the windshield.
Defrost mode must be manually selected to
clear the windshield and side glass.
OPERATING TIPS
NOTE:
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
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. A solution of 50%
OAT (Organic Additive Technology) coolant that
meets the requirements of FCA Material
Standard MS.90032 and 50% water is
recommended. Refer to “Fluids and Lubricants”
in “Technical Specifications” for proper coolant
selection.
Winter Operation
Use of the Air Recirculation mode during Winter
months is not recommended because it may
cause window fogging.
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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 (A/C) 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
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly
removed by turning the mode selector to
Defrost. The Defrost/Floor mode can be used to
maintain a clear windshield and provide
sufficient heating. If side window fogging
becomes objectionable, increase blower speed
to improve airflow and clearing of the side
windows. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the
inside in mild but rainy or humid weather.
NOTE:
Recirculate without A/C should not be used
for long periods, as fogging may occur.
Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will
automatically adjust the climate control
settings to reduce or eliminate window
fogging on the front windshield. When this
occurs, recirculation will be unavailable.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in
front of the windshield, is free of obstructions,
such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air intake may reduce
airflow, and if they enter the plenum, they could
plug the water drains. In Winter months, make
sure the air intake is clear of ice, slush, and
snow.
A/C Air Filter
The climate control system filters outside air
containing dust, pollen and some odors. Strong
odors cannot be totally filtered out. Refer to
“Dealer Service” in “Servicing And
Maintenance” for filter replacement
instructions.
Operating Tips Chart
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.
CAUTION!
Interior air enters the Rear Automatic
Temperature 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 cold overload causing damage to the
blower motor.

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