Chrysler Pacifica Touring (2005 year). Manual — part 9

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CONTENTS

䡵 Instruments And Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
䡵 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
䡵 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . 151

▫ Customer Programmable Features —

If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

▫ Compass Display — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 157
▫ Mini-Trip Functions — If Equipped . . . . . . . . 159

䡵 Setting The Analog Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

䡵 Electronic Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

▫ Clock Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

䡵 Sales Code RAH—AM & FM Stereo Radio With CD

Player And CD/DVD Changer Controls . . . . . . . 161

▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
▫ CD Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
▫ CD/DVD Changer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

䡵 Sales Code RBP—AM & FM Stereo Radio With

Cassette Tape Player, CD Player, And Optional
CD/DVD Changer Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

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▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
▫ Tape Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
▫ CD Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
▫ CD/DVD Changer Operation — If Equipped . 173

䡵 6 Disc CD/DVD Changer (Rdv) — If Equipped . 175

▫ Operating Instructions — CD/DVD Changer . . 175
▫ Eject (EJT) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
▫ Operating Instructions — Remote Control . . . . 178
▫ Operating Instructions — Video Screen . . . . . . 182
▫ Operating Instructions — Headphones . . . . . . 183
▫ Operating Instructions — MP3 Player, Portable

Walkman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

▫ Operating Instructions — Video

Games/Camcorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

䡵 Satellite Radio — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification

Number (ENS/SID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH And RBK

Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ, And

RBQ Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

▫ Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels . . . . . . 188
▫ Using The PTY (Program Type) Button

(If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

▫ PTY Button ⬙Scan⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
▫ PTY Button ⬙Seek⬙ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

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▫ Satellite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

䡵 Remote Sound System Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
▫ Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
▫ CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

䡵 Radio General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

▫ Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
▫ Two Types Of Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
▫ Electrical Disturbances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191

▫ AM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
▫ FM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192

䡵 Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance . . . . . . . 192
䡵 CD/DVD Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
䡵 Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . . . 194
䡵 Navigation System — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . 194
䡵 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

▫ Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control . . . 195
▫ Electric Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . 205

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Voltage Light

This light monitors the electrical system voltage.
The light should turn on momentarily as the

engine is started. If the light stays on or turns on while
driving, it indicates a problem with the charging system.
Immediate service should be obtained.

2. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tempera-
ture. Any reading within the normal range indicates that
the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily.

The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera-
ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,
or when towing a trailer. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating range.

CAUTION!

Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads (H),
pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with
the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on
the “H”, and you hear continuous chimes, turn the
engine off immediately, and call for service.

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WARNING!

A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call a service center if your
vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see Section 7 of this manual. Follow
the warnings under the Cooling System Pressure
Cap paragraph.

3. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the fuel tank when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.

The Low Fuel Light will turn on when the fuel level
reaches approximately 2 to 4 gallons (7 to 15 liters)
this light will remain on until fuel is added.

4. Turn Signal Indicators

The arrow will flash with the exterior turn signal
when the turn signal lever is operated.

If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has
traveled about one mile with the turn signals on, a chime
will sound to alert you to turn the signals off. If either
indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective
outside light bulb.

5. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.

6. Anti-Lock Light

This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem. The light will turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position and may
stay on for as long as four seconds.

If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it
indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system

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is not functioning and that service is required. However,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock
brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the
Ignition switch is turned to the ON position, have the
light inspected by an authorized dealer.

7. Brake System Warning Light

This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on, it may
indicate that the parking brake is applied, there

is a low brake fluid level or there is a problem with the
anit-lock brake system.

The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac-
ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic
system. Failure of either half of the dual brake system is

indicated by the Brake Warning Light which will turn on
when the brake fluid level in the master cylinder has
dropped below a specified level.

The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.

NOTE:

The light may flash momentarily during sharp

cornering maneuvers which change fluid level condi-
tions. The vehicle should have service performed.

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces-
sary.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger-
ous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will
take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an
accident. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

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Vehicles equipped with Anti-Lock brakes (ABS), are also
equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD).
In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light
will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair
to the ABS system is required.

The operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked
by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to
the ON position. The light should illuminate for approxi-
mately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless
the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected.
If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected
by an authorized dealer.

The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON position.

NOTE:

This light shows only that the parking brake is

applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.

8. Traction Control Indicator — If Equipped

This display indicator illuminates momentarily
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON.

The traction control Indicator will turn on if:

• The traction control system is in use.
• The Traction Control switch has been used to turn

the system OFF.

• There is a Traction Control System malfunction.
• The system has been deactivated to prevent damage

to the brake system due to overheated brake tem-
peratures.

NOTE:

Extended heavy use of Traction Control may

cause the system to deactivate and turn on the Traction
Control Light. This is to prevent overheating of the brake
system and is a normal condition. The system will remain

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disabled for about 4 minutes until the brakes have
cooled. The system will automatically reactivate and turn
off the Traction Control Light.

9. Tachometer
The red segments indicate the maximum permissible
engine revolutions-per-minute (r.p.m. x 1000) for each
gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the
accelerator.

10. Trip Odometer Button
Press this button to change the display from odometer to
either of the two trip odometer settings. The word TRIP
and either “A” or “B” will appear when in the trip
odometer mode. Push in and hold the button for two
seconds to reset the trip odometer to 0 miles or kilome-
ters. The odometer must be in trip mode to reset.

11. Transmission Range Indicator
This display indicator shows the automatic transmission
gear selection.

12. AutoStick Light
This display indicator illuminates when the gearshift
lever is moved to the AutoStick position.

13. Odometer/Trip Odometer
The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has
been driven.

U.S. federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There-
fore, if the odometer reading is changed during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so that the correct mileage can
be determined.

The two trip odometers show individual trip mileage. To
switch from odometer to trip odometers, press and

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release the Trip Odometer button. To reset a trip odom-
eter, display the desired trip odometer to be reset then
push and hold the button until the display resets (ap-
proximately 2 seconds).

14. Cruise Indicator
This display indicator shows that the Speed Control
System is ON.

15. Malfunction Indicator Light

This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system
called OBD that monitors engine and automatic
transmission control systems. The light will illu-

minate when the key is in the ON position before engine
start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key
from OFF to ON, have the condition checked promptly.

Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor fuel quality, etc. may illuminate the light after
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light

stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In
most situations the vehicle will drive normally and will
not require towing.

The Malfunction Indicator Light flashes to alert you to
serious conditions that could lead to immediate loss of
power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle
should be serviced as soon as possible if this occurs.

16. High Beam Light

This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the Multi-Function lever towards the

steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or low
beam.

17. Navigation Screen — If Equipped
The navigation system provides maps, turn identifica-
tion, selection menus and instructions for selecting a
variety of destinations and routes. Refer to your “Navi-
gation User’s Manual” for detailed operating instruc-
tions.

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18. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped

This light shows the front fog lights are ON.

19. Oil Pressure Warning Light

This light shows low engine oil pressure. The light
should turn on momentarily when the engine is

started. If the light turns on while driving, stop the
vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A
continuous chime will sound when this light turns on.

Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.

20. Seat Belt Reminder Light

When the ignition switch is first turned ON, this
light will turn on for 5 to 8 seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, if the driver’s seat belt is

unbuckled, a chime will sound. After the bulb check or
when driving, if the driver seat belt remains unbuckled,

the Seat Belt Warning Light will flash or remain on
continuously. Refer to

⬙Enhanced Driver Seat Belt Re-

minder System (BeltAlert™)

⬙ in the Occupant Restraints

section for more information.

21. Tire Pressure Monitor Warning Light — If
Equipped

This light will turn on when there is a Low tire
pressure condition. The light will also turn on
if a problem exist with any tire sensor. The light
will remain on until the tire pressure is prop-

erly set or the problem with the sensor is corrected.

This light will turn on momentarily as a bulb check when
the engine is started.

When the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
is lit, one or more of your tires is significantly underin-
flated. You should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure as
indicated on the tire and loading information placard.

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Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the
tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinfla-
tion also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and
may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Each tire, including the spare, should be checked
monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation
pressure as specified in the tire and loading information
placard and owner’s manual.

22. Airbag Light

This light turns on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light is not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while

driving, have the system inspected by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.

23. Electronic Vehicle Information Center Display
When the appropriate conditions exist, this display
shows the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
messages.

24. Engine Temperature Warning Light

This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. If this light is accompanied by a continuous
chime, the engine temperature is critically hot, and

the vehicle should be turned off immediately. The vehicle
should be serviced as soon as possible.

ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC)
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) con-
sists of the following:

• Vehicle information warning message displays
• Tire Pressure Monitor System — If Equipped
• Customer programmable features

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• Compass display — If Equipped
• Mini-Trip functions — If Equipped

Pressing the MENU button will change the displayed
programming features. Pressing the STEP button will
display the available choices. Pressing the MENU button
a second time accepts a selected choice.

When the appropriate conditions exist, the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) displays the following
messages.

• LEFT/RIGHT TURN SIGNAL ON (with a continuous

warning chime)

• INVALID KEY & FOB (with a single chime)
• SERVICE IMMOBILIZER (with a single chime)
• KEY FOB BATTERY LOW (with a single chime)
• KEY & FOB PROGRAMMED (with a single chime)

• PROGRAM KEY & FOB
• MEMORY #1/#2 POSITION SET (with a single chime)
• MEMORY #1/#2 POS SELECTED
• MEMORY SYSTEM DISABLED VEHICLE NOT IN

PARK (with a single chime)

• SET INHIBITED DUE TO MOTION (with a single

chime)

• FOB LINKED (with a single chime)
• FOB UNLINKED (with a single chime)
• PARK BRAKE ENGAGED (with a single chime)
• LOW BRAKE FLUID (with a single chime)
• LOW FUEL (with a single chime)
• MENU IN PARK ONLY
• LIST # ALERT MESSAGES

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• UNLOCK TO OPEN LIFTGATE (with a single chime)
• PUT IN PARK FOR LIFTGATE (with a single chime)
• TOO COLD FOR PWR LIFTGATE (with a single

chime)

• TOO HOT FOR PWR LIFTGATE (with a single chime)
• PERFORM SERVICE (with a single chime)
• LEFT/RIGHT FRONT DOOR AJAR (one or more,

with a single chime if speed is above 1 mph)

• LEFT/RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR (one or more, with

a single chime if speed is above 1 mph)

• DOOR(S) AJAR (with a single chime)
• DOOR(S) AND GATE AJAR (with a single chime)
• LIFT GATE AJAR (with a single chime if speed is

above 1 mph)

• WASHER FLUID LOW (with a single chime)
• PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED CRUISE ENGAGED
• PEDAL ADJUST DISABLED VEHICLE IN REVERSE
• CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRANSMIT (with a single

chime)

• CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRAINING (with a single

chime)

• CHANNEL 1, 2, OR 3 TRAINED (with a single chime)
• CLEARING CHANNELS
• CHANNELS CLEARED
• CHANNELS DEFAULTED
• DID NOT TRAIN
• 1,2,3 OR 4 TIRE(S) LOW PRESSURE (Refer to “Starting

And Operating, Tire Section”)

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• 1,2,3 OR 4 TIRE(S) HIGH PRESSURE (Refer to “Start-

ing And Operating, Tire Section”)

• SERVICE TIRE SYSTEM SOON (Refer to “Starting

And Operating, Tire Section”)

• TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE (Refer to “Starting

And Operating, Tire Section”)

• TCS SUSPENDED (Traction Control System, with a

graphic and single chime)

• TCS ACTIVE (Traction Control System, with a

graphic)

• SERVICE TCS SYSTEM (Traction Control System, with

a graphic and single chime)

Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped
Press the MENU button until one of the following
display choices appears:

Language?
When in this display you may select one of three lan-
guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip
computer functions and navigation system. Press the
STEP button while in this display selects English,
Francais, or Espanol. As you continue the displayed
information will be shown in the selected language.

Display U.S. or Metric?
Pressing the US/M button will change the EVIC, odom-
eter, navigation system and A/C Control units from US
to Metric.

Use factory Settings?
When in this display you may select to use the factory
settings and no programmable features will be offered.

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