Chrysler Aspen (2009 year). Instruction — part 16

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (SALES CODE
XRV) — IF EQUIPPED

The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™ con-
sists of a DVD player and LCD (liquid crystal display)
screen, a battery-powered remote control, and two head-
sets. The system is located in the headliner behind the
front row seat. Refer to your VES™ User’s Instruction for
detailed operating instructions.

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED

The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.

The right hand control is a rocker type switch with a push
button in the center. Pressing the top of the switch will
increase the volume and pressing the bottom of the
switch will decrease the volume.

The button located in the center of the right hand control
will switch modes to Radio or CD.

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The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push
button in the center. The function of the left hand control
is different depending on which mode you are in.

The following describes the left hand control operation in
each mode.

Radio Operation

Pressing the top of the switch will SEEK up for the next
listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch
will SEEK down for the next listenable station.

The button located in the center of the left hand control
will tune to the next pre-set station that you have
programmed in the radio pre-set push-buttons.

CD Player

Pressing the top of the switch once will go to the next
track on the CD. Pressing the bottom of the switch once

will go to the beginning of the current track or to the
beginning of the previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.

If you press the switch up or down twice it plays the
second track, three times, it will play the third, etc.

The button in the center of the left hand switch changes
CD’s on the 6–Disc in-dash CD changer radio. This
button does not function for all other radios.

CD/DVD MAINTENANCE

To keep the CD/DVD in good condition, take the follow-
ing 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.

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3. Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-
ing the disc.

4. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, cleaners,
or antistatic 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 particu-

lar disc, it may be damaged (i.e. scratched, reflective
coating removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)
oversized, or have theft protection encoding. Try a
known good disc before considering disc player service.

RADIO OPERATION AND CELLULAR PHONES

Under certain conditions, the cellular 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 cellular 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 cellular phone operation.

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CLIMATE CONTROLS

Instruction Control

The air conditioning and heating system is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather. The
following describes its operation:

Air Conditioning Operation

To turn the air conditioning ON or OFF, perform
the following steps:

• Position the mode control button to the desired airflow

setting.

• Set the front blower control to any desired speed.
• Press the Snowflake (A/C) button which is located to

the right of the temperature control slide. An indicator
light on the Snowflake (A/C) button shows that the air
conditioning is ON.

• Press the Snowflake (A/C) button a second time to

turn the air conditioning OFF.

NOTE:

The compressor will not engage until the engine

has been running for several seconds. Slight changes in

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engine speed or power may be noticed when the com-
pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since the
compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and
improve fuel economy.

Front Blower Control

The front blower controls the
amount of air delivered to the
passenger

compartment.

There are four blower speeds.
The fan speed increases as
you turn the control clock-
wise. When the front blower
control is turned to OFF, the
blower will be turned off and
the system will be positioned

in recirculation mode.

Front Mode Control

The mode control allows you to
choose from several patterns of air
distribution.

NOTE:

To improve your selection choices, the system

allows you to operate at intermediate positions between
the major modes. These intermediate positions are iden-
tified by the small dots and give an even blend of both
modes.

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Recirculation Mode (Panel or Bi-Level)

Select either the Panel or Bi-Level
mode positions when the outside air
contains smoke, odors, high humidity,
or if rapid cooling of the interior is
desired. This feature allows for recir-
culation of interior air only, when ei-
ther of these positions are selected. Air

flows through the panel outlets or panel and floor outlets
in these modes.

Panel

Outside air flows through the outlets located in the
instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to

direct the airflow.

Bi-Level

Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel and those located on the floor.

NOTE:

There is a difference in temperature between the

upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer
air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved
comfort during sunny but cool conditions.

Heat (Floor)

Outside air flows primarily through the floor out-
lets located under the instrument panel. A small

amount of air is directed through the defrost and side
window demister outlets.

Mix

Outside air flows in equal proportions through the
floor and defroster outlet.

Defrost

Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield
through the defroster outlet located at the base of

the windshield and side window demist outlets.

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NOTE:

The air conditioning compressor operates in

both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if
the A/C button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies
the air to help dry the windshield.

Temperature Control
The temperature of the air is controlled by a slide located
on the top center of the control panel. Move the slide left
or right to change the temperature. The blue area of the
scale indicates cooler temperatures while the red area
indicates warmer temperatures.

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Rear Temperature Control — If Equipped

Rotating this knob left to the
REAR CONTROL position al-
lows the passengers in the
second and third row seats to
control the blower speed and
temperature by means of the
rear control located in the rear
of the center floor console as
described under “Rear Zone
Control.” Rotating this knob

to the OFF position turns off the rear climate controls.

Rotating this knob to the right of the OFF position allows
the driver and front passenger to control the rear blower
speed, and the rear temperature using the front tempera-
ture slide. The mode, front or rear, is always controlled by
the front mode control. For example: Panel mode on the
front control will give you air from the outlets in the
headliner in the rear. Floor mode in the front will give
you air from the floor outlets in the rear.

Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window
Washer/Wiper

See the “Rear Window Features” section of this book.

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Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped

The control can be turned on by pressing the Power knob.
When the control is turned on, it will be in the last mode
prior to being turned off. Pressing the Power knob again
will turn off the control. The control can also be turned on
by pressing any button and it will display the corre-
sponding operation mode for that button.

Automatic Control

The ATC system can maintain a steady comfort level in
various weather conditions with a simple operation:

• Select your desired temperature setting by pressing

the + or - side of the Temp rocker switches. A digital
temperature setting for driver and passenger will be
displayed. The ATC system uses an infrared sensor
located in the overhead console to measure the tem-
perature of the driver and passengers. Based on the
sensor input, the system will automatically control
comfort by varying the temperature, fan speed, and
mode. This maintains a comfortable temperature, even
under changing conditions. It is important that objects
are not blocking the infrared sensor. It is also impor-
tant that objects are not used that may scratch or
damage it in any way.

Automatic Temperature Control

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Level Of Automatic Control

72°F (22°C) is the recommended setting for maximum
comfort for the average person, however, this may vary.

NOTE:

The temperature setting can be adjusted at any

time without affecting automatic control operation. It is
not necessary to move the temperature setting for cold or
hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the tem-
perature, mode and fan speed to provide comfort as
quickly as possible.

NOTE:

In cold weather, the fan will not turn on in Auto

mode until the engine coolant has warmed up suffi-
ciently. This is indicated by the “WARM UP DELAY”
message on the display.

NOTE:

The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or

Metric by selecting the U.S./METRIC Customer-
Programmable feature. Refer to

9Overhead Console

Customer-Programmable Features

9 in Section 3. The

mode will also be shown in the display and will change
as required during automatic operation.

NOTE:

The system can be put into recirculate mode

without affecting ATC operation. This will prevent out-
side air from entering the vehicle. Use this mode to
temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust.

Instruction Control (ATC)

You may also choose to customize your comfort by
selecting the fan speed and mode instructionly. Turning the
fan speed knob or any mode button places the system
into instruction operation.

While in instruction operation there are six fan speeds
available and the choice of any mode. The airflow
temperature is adjusted automatically to maintain the
desired comfort level. You can adjust the temperature by
pressing the + or - Temp rocker switches.

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FAN Control

Use this knob to regulate the amount of air delivered
through the system in any mode you select. Rotation

of the knob to increase (clockwise) or decrease (counter-
clockwise) fan speed.

Air Conditioning Operation

Press this button to enable the air conditioning
system. Compressor operation is automatic when
you press the AUTO button and no snowflake is

shown. A snowflake indicates that the A/C system is
enabled. The snowflake will not be displayed in AUTO
mode even though the A/C system is enabled.

The compressor may operate at any temperature above
32°F (0°C).

NOTE:

The compressor will not engage until the engine

has been running for several seconds. Slight changes in

engine speed or power may be noticed when the com-
pressor cycles. This is a normal occurrence since the
compressor will cycle on and off to maintain comfort and
improve fuel economy.

Recirculate Button

Press this button to recirculate the air inside the
vehicle. Outside air is prevented from entering
the vehicle. Use this mode to temporarily block
out any outside odors, smoke, dust or when

rapid cooling of the interior is required.

Instruction control of recirculation is possible only in Panel,
Floor, and Bi-Level modes. It will not operate in Mix, or
Defrost modes. The recirculation symbol will flash three
times indicating recirculation is not available in these
modes.

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NOTE:

If the interior of the windows begin to fog, press

the Recirculate button to return to outside air. Some
conditions will cause captured interior air to fog win-
dows when in recirculate mode.

Panel

Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct

the airflow.

Floor (Heat)

Air flows primarily through the floor outlets lo-
cated under the instrument panel. A small amount

of air is directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.

Mix

Outside air flows in equal proportions through the
floor and defroster outlets.

Bi-Level

Air flows through the outlets located in the instru-
ment panel and those located on the floor.

NOTE:

There is a difference in temperature between the

upper and lower outlets for added comfort. The warmer
air goes to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved
comfort during sunny but cool conditions.

Defrost

Outside air is directed to the windshield through
the defroster outlet located at the base of the

windshield and side window demist outlets.

NOTE:

The air conditioning compressor operates in

both Mix and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if
the A/C snowflake button has not been pressed. This
dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield.

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Rear Temperature Control (ATC)
The REAR button cycles through the following modes:

Rear Control From Front
This allows the driver or passenger to control the rear
blower speeds rotating the Power/Fan knob and the rear
temperature using the PASS/REAR Temp +/- rocker
switch. While in this mode, pressing the POWER/FAN
knob will turn the rear system off. Pressing the Power/
Fan knob will turn the rear system back on.

NOTE:

The display will show a

9REAR9 fan speed graph

and a

9REAR9 digital temp setting.

CONTROL IN REAR
This allows the passengers in the second row seats to
control the blower speed and temperature by means of the
rear control located in the rear of the center floor console as
described under the

9Rear Zone Climate Control.9

NOTE:

The front display will show “CONTROL IN

REAR.”

REAR OFF
This turns the rear system off. The control will return to
the front system display after approximately five seconds
if no buttons are pushed while in one of the rear system
displays. You may also return to the front system display
sooner by pushing any button except the Power/Fan
knob, the REAR button, or the driver/passenger Temp
rocker buttons.

NOTE:

The display will show “REAR OFF.”

REAR AUTO
This mode places the rear system in automatic tempera-
ture control. Rear temperature can be set as desired (72°F
[22°C] recommended for average person) and will be
displayed digitally on the front control when in rear
mode.

Rear Window Defrosting and Rear Window
Washer/Wiper
Refer to “Rear Window Features” in Section 4.

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Rear Zone Climate Control — If Equipped

Headliner 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 vane knobs on the
outlets to one side will shut off the airflow.

The rear compartment control uses two rotary knobs: one
for the temperature control and the other for the fan
speed control. The mode for the rear air conditioning and
heating system is always controlled by the front control
unit. Fan and temperature can be controlled from the
front control unit or the rear control unit.

Rear Outlets

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Rear Rotary Blower Control
The second row seat occupants have control of the rear
blower speed only when the front control unit is in the
“REAR CONTROL” position or “CONTROL IN REAR
for ATC.

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The rear blower switch has an OFF position and a range
of blower speeds. Rotating the rear blower control clock-
wise will increase the blower speed.

Rear Rotary Temperature Control

The second row seat occupants have control of the rear
temperature only when the front control unit is in the

9REAR CONTROL9 position.

To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle,
rotate the temperature control knob to the right or left.
The blue area indicates cooler temperatures while the red
area indicates warmer temperatures.

NOTE:

For best operation, make sure that ventilation

grilles located in the rear storage area are not obstructed
by stowed articles.

Rear Storage Ventilation Grilles

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Front Unit to Rear Unit Chart

If the Front Control is
selected

Rear Airflow will come
from

Panel

Headliner

Bi-Level

Headliner

Floor

Floor

Mix

Floor

Defrost

Floor

Operating Tips

Fast Cooldown
For a fast cooldown, set the blower fan to the highest
setting, set the mode control to the panel fresh position,
press the Snowflake button to turn on the air condition-
ing, and drive with the windows open for the first few
minutes. Once the hot air has been expelled, close the
windows and set the mode selector to the Recirculation
panel or Recirculation Bi-level position. When a comfort-
able condition has been reached, choose a mode position

and adjust the temperature control and blower speed as
necessary to maintain comfort. For high humidity condi-
tions, it may be necessary to remain in the Recirculation
mode to maintain comfort.

Window Fogging
Windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside
the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool
temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases,
turning on the air conditioning (pressing the snowflake
button) will clear the fog. Adjust the temperature control,
air direction and blower speed to maintain comfort.

As the temperature gets colder it may be necessary to
direct air onto the windshield by using Mix Mode
position on the control. Adjust the temperature control
and blower speed to maintain comfort. Interior fogging
on the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting
the defrost mode.

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