Dodge Intrepid (2004 year). Manual

WARNING!

Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to an accident. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.

Speed Sensitive Intermittent Wipers System

Use the intermittent feature of this system when weather
conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a variable
pause between cycles, desirable.

For maximum delay between cycles, turn the control
knob into the upper end of the delay range. The delay
interval decreases as you turn the knob until it enters the
LO continual speed position. The delay can be regulated
from a maximum of about 18 seconds between cycles, to
a cycle every 1/2 second.

NOTE:

Vehicle speed is monitored to calculate wiper

delay intervals. The delay between cycles is shortened
when the vehicle is moving above 10 m.p.h. and length-
ened below 10 m.p.h. (16 km/h).

TILT STEERING COLUMN

To tilt the column, pull the small lever below the turn
signal control toward you and move the wheel up or
down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the wheel
firmly in place.

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WARNING!

Tilting the steering column while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Without a stable steering col-
umn, you could lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Adjust the column only while the ve-
hicle is stopped. Be sure it is locked before driving.

TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH — IF EQUIPPED

To turn the Traction Control System Off, press the switch
located on the instrument panel, to the right of the
steering column, until the TRAC OFF light in the instru-
ment cluster lights up.

To turn the Traction Control System On, press the switch
until the TRAC OFF light in the instrument cluster turns
off.

NOTE:

Traction Control System comes on each time the

ignition switch is turned On. This will occur even if you
used the switch to turn the Traction system off during the
previous ignition cycle.

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ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

This device can be engaged to take over the accelerator
operation at speeds between 30 mph (48 km/h) and 85
mph (137 km/h). The controls are mounted on the
steering wheel.

To Activate:

Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system ON. The
CRUISE light in the instrument cluster will illuminate
when the system is ON.

NOTE:

You must press the ON/OFF button to activate

the system each time the engine is started.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.

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To Set At A Desired Speed:

When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, and the
system is activated, press and release the SET button.
Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the
selected speed.

To Deactivate:

A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL
button or normal brake pressure while slowing the
vehicle will deactivate the speed control without erasing
the memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning off
the ignition turns the speed control system off and erases
the memory.

To Resume Speed:

To resume a previously set speed, push and release the
ACCEL/RESUME button. Resume can be used at any
speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

To Vary The Speed Setting:

When the speed control is engaged, speed can be in-
creased by pressing and holding the ACCEL/RESUME
button. When the button is released, a new set speed will
be established.

Tapping the ACCEL/RESUME button once will result in
a 2 mph (3 km/h) speed increase. Each time the button is
tapped, speed will increase. For example, tapping the
button three times will increase speed by 6 mph (10
km/h), etc.

To decrease speed while speed control is engaged, press
and hold the COAST button. Release the button when the
desired speed is reached, and the new speed will be set.

Tapping the COAST button once will result in a 1 mph
speed decrease. Each time the button is tapped, speed
will decrease. For example, tapping the button 3 times
will decrease the speed by 3 mph (5 km/h), etc.

To Accelerate For Passing:

Depress the accelerator as you would normally. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

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WARNING!

Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
can’t maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could
go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control. An accident could be the result. Don’t use
Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered, or slippery.

Using Speed Control On Hills

Your vehicle is equipped with Interactive Speed Control.
This feature operates when traveling up or down hills
with the Speed Control engaged and the driver’s foot off
of the accelerator.

When Climbing A Hill
If vehicle speed drops 3 mph (5 km/h) below the Speed
Control SET speed, the transmission will downshift to
third gear. Under severe conditions the transmission may
downshift again to second gear. The transmission will
upshift as the vehicle reaches the top of the hill.

When Descending A Hill
If vehicle speed rises 3 mph (5 km/h) over the Speed
Control SET speed, the transmission will downshift to
third gear. This provides engine braking to keep vehicle
speed under control. The transmission will not downshift
below third gear to control vehicle overspeed. The trans-
mission will upshift to fourth gear after the vehicle has
reached the bottom of the hill.

NOTE:

On very steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain

may occur. It may be preferable to drive without Speed
Control.

Rolling Hills
The transmission may downshift into third gear and
remain there as the vehicle travels over rolling hills. The
transmission will upshift into fourth gear when the road
flattens out.

The transmission will resume its normal shift schedule if
you depress the accelerator pedal during any of the
above conditions.

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OVERHEAD CONSOLE

The overhead console contains dome/reading lights, an
optional universal garage door opener (HomeLink

威), an

optional sunroof switch, and an optional Overhead
Travel Information System (OTIS).

Dome/Reading Lights

Located in the overhead console are two dome/reading
lights.

The dome/reading lights illuminate when a door is
opened or when the interior lights are turned on by
rotating the dimmer control located on the multi-function
lever.

The reading lights are activated by pressing on the
recessed area of the corresponding lens.

NOTE:

The dome/reading lights will remain on until

the switch is pressed a second time, so be sure they have
been turned off before leaving the vehicle.

GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED

Equipped in vehicles that have the optional Overhead
Travel Information System (OTIS)

The HomeLink

威 Universal Transceiver replaces up to

three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-
ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off
your vehicle’s battery and charging system; no batteries
are needed.

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For

additional

information

HomeLink

威, call

1–800–355–3515,

the

internet

www.homelink.com.

WARNING!

A moving garage door can cause injury to people and
pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be
seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver
with a garage door opener that has a “stop and
reverse” feature as required by federal safety stan-
dards. This includes most garage door opener mod-
els manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage
door opener without these safety features it could
cause injury or death. Call toll-free 1–800–355–3515
or, on the Internet at www.homelink.com for safety
information or assistance.

Programming The Universal Transceiver

For best results, install a new battery in the hand held
transmitter before programming. If your garage door
opener (located in the garage) is equipped with an
antenna, make sure that the antenna is hanging straight
down.

1. Turn off the engine.

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WARNING!

Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-
ous gas. Do not run the vehicle’s exhaust while
training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri-
ous injury or death.

WARNING!

Your motorized door or gate will open and close
while you are training the universal transceiver. Do
not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the
path of the door or gate. A moving door or gate can
cause serious injury or death to people and pets or
damage to objects.

2. Erase the factory test codes by pressing the two
outside buttons. Release the buttons when the light in the
overhead console display begins to flash (about 20 sec-
onds).

NOTE:

Step 2 does not have to be followed to program

additional hand held transmitters.

3. Choose one of the three buttons to train. Place the
hand held controller one to three inches from the univer-
sal transceiver while keeping its indicator light in view.

4. Using both hands, press the hand held transmitter
button and the desired universal transceiver button. Do
not release the buttons until step 5 has been completed.

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NOTE:

Some entry gates and garage door openers may

require you to replace step 4 with the procedures listed
under Canadian Programming.

5. The indicator light in the Universal Transceiver will
begin to flash, first slowly and then rapidly. The rapid
flashing indicates successful programming. If after 90
seconds the indicator light does not flash rapidly or goes
out, return to step 1 and repeat the procedure. To train the
other buttons, repeat steps 3 and 4. Be sure to keep your
hand held transmitters in case you need to retrain the
Universal Transceiver.

If you do not successfully program the Universal Trans-
ceiver to learn the signal of your hand held transmitter,
refer to the Rolling Code Paragraph, or call toll free for
customer assistance at 1–800–355–3515, or on the internet
at www.homelink.com.

“Rolling Code” Programming

NOTE:

If your hand held transmitter appears to pro-

gram the Universal Transceiver, but your garage door or
other device does not operate, and your device was

manufactured after 1996, your garage door opener or
other device may have a “Rolling Code” system.

On garage door openers with the “Rolling Code” feature,
the transmitter code changes after each use to prevent the
copying of your code.

To check if your device is protected by a “Rolling Code”
system:

• Check the owner’s manual for the device for mention

of “Rolling Codes”.

• Press and hold the programmed button on the Univer-

sal Transceiver. If the Universal Transceiver indicator
light flashes rapidly and then stays on after 2 seconds,
the device has the “Rolling Code” feature.

To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code
equipped devices) with the rolling code feature, follow
these instructions after completing the Programming
portion of this text:

NOTE:

The assistance of a second person may make the

following programming procedure quicker and easier.

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1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor
head unit. The exact location and color of the button may
vary by garage door opener manufacturer. If you have
difficulty in locating the training button, check your
garage door opener manual, or call 1-800-355-3515 or, on
the Internet, at www.homelink.com.

2. Press and hold the training button on the garage door
opener head unit This will activate the “training” light.

NOTE:

After completing step 2, you have 30 seconds to

start step 3.

3. Return to the Universal Transceiver in the vehicle and
firmly press and release the garage door button. Press
and release the button a second time to complete the
training process. Some garage door openers may require
you to do this procedure a third time to complete the
training.

Your garage door opener should now recognize your
Universal Transceiver. The remaining two buttons may
now be programmed if this has not previously been
done. Refer to the Programming instructions. You may

use either your Universal Transceiver or your original
hand-held transmitter to open you garage door.

Canadian Programming/Gate Programming

Canadian frequency laws, and the technology of some
entry gates, require you to press and release the hand
held transmitter button every two seconds during pro-
gramming

Continue to press and hold the Universal Transceiver
button while you press and release the hand held trans-
mitter button until the frequency signal has been learned.
The Universal Transceiver light will flash slowly and
then rapidly when the programming is successful.

NOTE:

When programming such a garage door opener

or gate, unplug the device to prevent possible damage to
the garage door or gate motor.

Operation

Press and hold the desired button on the Universal
Transceiver until the garage door or other device begins
to operate. The light in the display shows that the signal
is being transmitted. The hand held transmitter may also
be used at any time.

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Reprogramming A Single Button

1. Press and hold the Universal Transceiver button to be
reprogrammed. Do not release until step 4 has been
completed.

2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after
20 seconds) position the hand held transmitter 1 to 3
inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the button to be trained.

3. Press and hold the hand held transmitter button.

4. The Universal Transceiver indicator light will begin to
flash, first slowly, then rapidly. When the indicator lights
begin to flash rapidly, release both buttons.

Security

If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the frequencies.

To erase all of the previously trained frequencies, hold
down both outside buttons until the green light begins to
flash.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules and with
RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the
following conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference that may be
received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly ap-

proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

HomeLink

威 is a trademark owned by Johnson Controls,

Inc.

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POWER SUN ROOF — IF EQUIPPED

The sun roof controls are located on the overhead con-
sole.

To Open the sunroof from the Closed position, press and
release the OPEN button. The sunroof will open fully,
then stop automatically.

To Close the sunroof from an open or vent position, press
and hold the CLOSE button. The sunroof will close fully
and stop automatically. Release the CLOSE button to stop
sunroof travel at any point.

If the sun roof is vented and you wish to open it, press
and hold the OPEN button. If the sun roof is open and
you wish to vent it, press and hold the VENT button.

The sunshade can be opened manually. It will also open
as the sun roof opens. The sunshade cannot be closed if
the sun roof is open.

WARNING!

In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sun roof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seatbelt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.

Do not allow small children to operate the sun roof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sun roof opening.
Injury may result.

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Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if so equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.

Sun Roof Maintenance

Use only a non abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.

OVERHEAD TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTER —
IF EQUIPPED

This feature allows you to choose between a compass/
temperature display and one of five trip conditions being
monitored.

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US/M Button

Use this button to change the display from U.S. to metric
measurement units.

RESET Button

Use this button to reset the following displays to zero:
Average Fuel Economy
Trip Odometer
Elapsed time.

Global Reset

If the RESET button is pressed twice within 3 seconds
while in any of the 3 resetable displays, the Global Reset
will reset all 3 displays.

Step Button

Use this button to choose or cycle through the five trip
conditions.

Average Fuel Economy (AVG ECO)

This display shows the average fuel economy since the
last reset.

Distance To Empty (DTE)

This display shows the estimated distance that can be
traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank. The distance
is calculated by multiplying the amount of fuel remain-
ing by the projected fuel economy. The distance predicted
will change every few seconds to a higher or lower
number as these factors change.

This display cannot be reset.

Trip Odometer (ODO)

This display shows the distance traveled since the last
reset.

Elapsed Time (ET)

This display shows the accumulated ignition ON time
since the last reset.

C/T Button

Use this button to select a readout of the outside tem-
perature and one of eight compass headings that indicate
the direction in which the vehicle is facing.

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Compass/Temperature Display

This display provides the outside temperature and one of
eight compass readings to indicate the direction the
vehicle is facing.

Automatic Compass Calibration

The self calibrating feature of the compass eliminates the
need to calibrate the compass for normal conditions.
During a short initial period, the compass may appear
erratic and the CAL symbol will appear on the display.
The CAL symbol may also appear after the vehicle is
subjected to a high level of magnetism. After completing
three 360 turns at about 5 mph (8 km/h) in an area free
from large metal or metallic objects, the CAL symbol will
turn off and the compass will function normally.

Manual Compass Calibration

If the compass appears erratic and the CAL light does not
appear, you must calibrate the compass. Find an open
area away from large metal objects. With the ignition ON
and the compass/temperature displayed, press and hold
the RESET button until the CAL symbol appears (about
10 seconds). Drive slowly (about 5 mph/ 8 km/h) in 3
complete 360 circles. The CAL light will turn off and the
compass will be calibrated.

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Variance is the difference between magnetic North and
geographic North. For proper compass function, the
correct variance zone must be set. Refer to the variance
map for the correct variance zone. To check the variance
zone, the ignition must be on and the compass/
temperature displayed. Press and hold the RESET button
for about 5 seconds until VAR appears in the display. The
number displayed is the variance zone used by the
compass. To change the zone, press the STEP button to
scroll through numbers 1 through 15. Press the RESET
button after selecting the proper zone to return to the
normal compass/temperature display.

NOTE:

To ensure proper compass calibration, make

sure the compass variance is properly set before manu-
ally calibrating the compass (see variance map).

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