Dodge Caravan (2008 year). Manual

Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If
Equipped)

Refer to “Hands-Free Communication (UConnect

t)” in

Section 3.

Operating Instructions - Video Entertainment
System (VES

) (If Equipped)

Refer to separate “Video Entertainment System (VES

Guide.”

UNIVERSAL CONSUMER INTERFACE (UCI) — IF
EQUIPPED

NOTE:

This section is for sales code RES/REL and

REQ/RET radios only with UConnect

t. For sales code

REN/REZ touch screen radio and REU/REX/RE1 radio,
refer to the separate User’s Manual.

This feature allows you to plug an iPod

t mobile digital

device into the vehicle’s sound system through a connec-
tor (UCI connector) using an optional connection cable
(available through MOPAR

t). See your authorized dealer

for details.

Using this feature,

• the iPodt audio can be played on the vehicle’s sound

system, providing metadata (Track Title, Artist, Al-
bum, etc.) information display on radio.

• the iPodt can be controlled using the radio buttons to

Play, Browse and List the iPod

t contents.

• the iPodt battery charges when plugged into the UCI

connector.

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Connecting The iPod

Device

Use the optional connection cable to connect an iPod

t to

the vehicle’s UCI connector (which is located in the glove
box or center console on some vehicles. This location may
vary with vehicle). Once the iPod

t is connected and

synchronized to the vehicle system (this may take a few
seconds to connect), the vehicle brand logo appears on
the iPod

t display, and it starts charging and is ready for

use by pressing radio switches as described below.

Controlling The iPod

Using Radio Buttons

To get into the UCI (iPod

t) mode and access a connected

iPod

t, press the AUX button on the radio faceplate. Once

in the UCI (iPod

t) mode, the iPodt audio track (if

available from iPod

t) will start playing over the vehicle

audio system.

Play Mode

When switched to UCI mode the iPod

t will be in Play

mode. In Play mode, you may use the following buttons
on the radio faceplate to control the iPod

t and display

data:

Tune/Scroll Knob
Use the Tune/Scroll knob to go to the next or previous
track.

The Tune/Scroll knob functions similar to the scroll
wheel on the iPod

t mobile digital device.

Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click while playing
a track skips to the next track.

Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one click
during the first two seconds of the track will jump to the
previous track in the list and turning this button at any
other time in the track will jump to the beginning of the
current track.

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RW (Rewind) Button
Press and hold the RW button to move backward in the
current track. Holding the RW button long enough will
take you back to the beginning of the current track.

Pressing and releasing the RW button will go back five
seconds of the current track.

FF (Fast Forward) Button
Press and hold the FF button to move forward in the
current track.

Pressing and releasing the FF button will go forward five
seconds of the current track.

SEEK Buttons
Use the SEEK buttons to move to the previous or the next
track.

If the left (down) button is pressed during the first two
seconds of the current track, it will go back to the
previous track in the list; if you press this button at any
other time in the current track it will go back to the
beginning of the track.

If the right (up) button is pressed during Play mode, it
will go to the next track in the list.

INFO Button
Press the INFO button while a track is playing to see the
information (Track Title, Artist, Album, etc.) for that
track. Each press of the INFO button will take you to the
next screen of data for that track. Once you have seen all
of the screens, the last press of the INFO button will take
you back to the Play mode screen on the radio.

REPEAT Button
Press the REPEAT button to repeat the current playing
track.

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SCAN Button
Pressing the SCAN button will play the first five seconds
of each track in the current list and then forward to the
next song. To stop the SCAN mode and start playing the
desired track, press the SCAN button again.

During the SCAN mode, you can also press the SEEK
button to the left or right to go to the previous or next
tracks.

RND (Random) Button (RES/REL Radios Only)
Pressing the RND button will switch between the shuffle
on and shuffle off modes of the iPod

t. If the RND icon is

showing on the radio display then the Shuffle mode is on.

List or Browse Mode

During Play mode, pressing any of the following buttons
will take you to List mode. List mode enables you to
scroll through the list of menus and tracks on the iPod

device.

Tune/Scroll Knob
In the List mode, the Tune/Scroll knob functions in a
similar manner as the scroll wheel on the iPod

Turning the Tune/Scroll knob clockwise (forward) and
counterclockwise (backward) scrolls through lists, dis-
playing the track detail on the radio display. Once you
have the track to be played highlighted on the radio
display, press the Tune/Scroll knob to select and start
playing the track. By turning the Tune/Scroll knob fast,
you can jump through the list faster. During fast scroll,
you may notice a slight delay in updating the informa-
tion on the radio display.

During all List modes, the iPod

t will display all lists in

“wrap-around” mode. So if the track you wish to select is
at the bottom of the list, you just turn the Tune/Scroll
knob backward (counterclockwise) to get to the track
faster.

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Radio Preset Buttons
In the List mode, the radio preset buttons are used as
shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod

t device.

• 1 – Playlists
• 2 – Artists
• 3 – Albums
• 4 – Genres
• 5 - Audiobooks
• 6 – Podcasts

After pressing a preset button, you will see the list you
are in on the top line and the first item in that list on the
second line.

To exit the List mode without selecting a track, press the
same preset button again to go back to Play mode.

LIST Button
Pressing the LIST button will take to the top level menu
of the iPod

t. This takes you to the same top level menu

as on your iPod

t. Turn the Tune/Scroll knob to list the

top menu item you wish to select and then press the
Tune/Scroll knob. This will take you to the next sub
menu list item of the iPod

t and you can follow the same

steps to go to the desired track in that list. Not all iPod

sub menu levels are available on this system.

MUSIC TYPE Button
The MUSIC TYPE button is another shortcut button to
the genre listing on your iPod

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SIRIUS BACKSEAT TV™ — IF EQUIPPED

Satellite video uses direct satellite receiver broadcasting
technology to provide streaming video coast to coast. The
subscription service provider is SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
SIRIUS Backseat TV™ offers three video channels for
family entertainment, directly from its satellites and
broadcasting studios.

NOTE:

SIRIUS service is not available in Hawaii and

has limited coverage in Alaska.

Refer to your Video Entertainment System (VES)

t, RER

Navigation or REN Multimedia User Manuals for de-
tailed operating instructions.

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES

) — IF

EQUIPPED

The optional VES

t (Video Entertainment System) is

available with:

• One or two video screens
• Additional single-disc DVD player with two—screen

system

• Battery-powered two channel remote control
• Two remote headphones
• Integrated remote storage in either screen location
• Three different medias can be played simultaneously

(Cabin speakers and Headphone Channels 1 and 2)

• Easy menu driven functions on touch screen radios
• Video and audio input jacks available in rear seating

area

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• Nine different medias to choose from in each screen

(AM, FM, Sirius Radio, DVD1, DVD2, Hard Drive
Jukebox, AUX in radio, AUX1, AUX2).

The LCD screen(s) are located in the overhead compart-
ment console.

NOTE:

Refer to your VES

t User’s Manual for detailed

operating instructions.

Overhead Video Screens

VES

t Remote Control Location

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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.

REMOTE SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS — IF
EQUIPPED

The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel at the 3 and 9 O’clock
positions.

The right-hand rocker switch has a push button in the
center and controls the volume and mode of the sound
system. Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase
the volume. Pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will

decrease the volume. Pressing the center button changes
the operation of the radio from AM to FM or Tape to CD
mode depending on which radio is in the vehicle.

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

The following describes the left hand rocker switch
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 switch
will tune to the next pre-set station that you have
programmed in the radio pre-set push-button.

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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 has no
function in this mode.

CD/DVD MAINTENANCE

To keep the CD/DVD discs in good condition, take the
following precautions:

1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the
surface.

2. If a disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.

3. Do not apply paper, paper CD labels, or tape to the
disc; avoid scratching a disc.

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

5. Store a disc in its case after playing.

6. Do not expose a disc to direct sunlight.

7. Do not store a disc where temperatures may become
too high.

8. Do not play discs that are small in size or have
irregular shapes.

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CLIMATE CONTROLS

The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, amount, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
instrument panel, below the radio.

MANUAL HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR
CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEM

The controls for the manual HVAC system in this vehicle
consist of a series of outer rotary dials inner push knobs.
These comfort controls can be set to obtain desired
interior conditions.

Manual HVAC Controls

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Front Blower Control

There are four blower speeds. Use this
control to regulate the amount of air
forced through the system in any
mode you select. The blower speed
increases as you move the control
clockwise from the off position.

Temperature Control

Use this control to regulate the tem-
perature of the air inside the passenger
compartment. Rotate the knob coun-
terclockwise from top center into the
blue area of the scale indicates cooler
temperatures while rotating the knob
clockwise into the red area indicates

warmer temperatures.

NOTE:

If your air conditioning performance seems

lower than expected, check the front of the A/C con-
denser (located in front of the radiator), for an accumu-
lation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray
from behind the radiator and through the condenser.
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the
condenser, reducing air conditioning performance.

Mode Control (Air Direction)

Mode control allows you to choose
from several patterns of air distribu-
tion. You can select either a primary
mode, as identified by the symbols, or
a blend of two of these modes. The
closer the control is to a particular
mode, the more air distribution you

receive from that mode.

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PANEL Mode

Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument
panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.

BI-LEVEL Mode

Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets.

NOTE:

There is a difference in temperature (in any

conditions other than full cold or full hot), 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.

FLOOR Mode

Air is directed through the floor outlets with a
small amount through the defrost and side window

demist outlets.

MIX Mode

Air is directed through the floor, defrost and side
window demist outlets. This setting works best in
cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat at

the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining
comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.

DEFROST Mode

Air is directed through the windshield and side
window demist outlets. Use DEFROST mode with

maximum blower and temperature settings for best
windshield and side window defrosting.

NOTE:

The air conditioning compressor operates in

MIX and DEFROST, or a blend of these modes even if the
A/C SNOWFLAKE button is not pressed. This dehu-
midifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve
fuel economy, use these modes only when necessary.

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RECIRCULATION Control

Press this button to choose
between outside air intake or
recirculation of the air inside
the vehicle. A lamp will illu-
minate when you are in RE-
CIRCULATION mode. Only
use the RECIRCULATION
mode to temporarily block
out any outside odors, smoke,
or dust and to cool the inte-

rior rapidly upon initial start up in very hot or humid
weather.

NOTE:

• Continuous use of the RECIRCULATION mode may

make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may
occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.

• In cold or damp weather, the use of the RECIRCULA-

TION mode will cause windows to fog on the inside
because of moisture build-up inside the vehicle. For
maximum defogging, select the Outside Air position.

• In order to prevent fogging, when the recirculation

button is pressed and the mode control is set to
PANEL the A/C will engage automatically.

• The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-

ing the mode control selection.

Air Outlets
The airflow from each of the instrument panel outlets can
be adjusted for direction and turned on or off to control
airflow.

NOTE:

For maximum airflow to the rear, the center

instrument panel outlets can be directed toward the rear
seat passengers.

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ECONOMY Mode
If ECONOMY mode is desired, press the A/C button to
turn off the indicator light and the A/C compressor.
Rotate the temperature control knob to the desired tem-
perature.

Air Conditioning Operation

Push on this button to engage
the Air Conditioning. A light
will illuminate when the A/C
System is engaged

NOTE:

The air conditioning compressor will not engage

until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds.

MAX A/C
For maximum cooling use the A/C and RECIRCULA-
TION mode buttons at the same time.

Three Zone Basic Temperature Control — If
Equipped
With the Three Zone Basic Temperature Control System,
each front seat occupant can independently control the
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) op-
erations coming from the outlets on their side of the
vehicle.

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The Three Zone Basic Temperature Control bottom panel
controls rear Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
(HVAC) operations.

Three Zone Temperature Control

1 — Left Temp

7 — Right Temp

2 — PANEL

8 — Rear DEFROST

3 — BI-LEVEL

9 — RECIRCULATE

4 — BLOWER

10 — Front DEFROST

5 — FLOOR

11 — A/C

6 — MIX

Front Lower Three Zone Temperature Control Features

1 — Left Heated Seat

3 — Rear Temp

2 — Rear Blower

4 — Right Heated Seat

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The primary control for the rear blower is on the front
climate control unit located on the instrument panel.

The front climate control unit has five positions, off, rear,
and a range of blower speeds. Only when the primary
control for the rear blower is in the REAR position do the
second seat occupants have control of the rear blower
speed.

REAR MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL ZONE — IF
EQUIPPED

The Rear Manual Climate Control Zone system has floor
air outlets at the rear of the right side sliding door and
overhead outlets at each outboard rear seating position.
The unit provides warm or cool air through the floor and
upper outlets.

The rear blower and temperature controls for the rear
seat passengers are located in the headliner near the
center of the vehicle.

Rear Blower Control
The primary control for the rear blower is on the front
climate control unit located on the instrument panel.

Rear HVAC Manual Controls

1 — Blower

3 — Rear HVAC Lock

2 — Temperature

4 — MODE Select

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