Chrysler 2004 Town and Country - Manual (Page 219)

Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature
Control — If Equipped
The Infrared Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control
System automatically maintains the interior comfort level
desired by the driver and all passengers. This is accom-
plished by using three infrared sensors, two located in
the center of the instrument panel and one in the rear
control unit. The three infrared sensors independently
measure the surface temperature of the driver and pas-
sengers. Based on the sensor input, the system automati-
cally adjusts the air temperature, the air flow volume,
and amount of outside air recirculation. This maintains a
comfortable temperature even under changing condi-
tions.
Operation of the system is quite simple. Begin by press-
ing the auto rocker switch to the “HI” or “LO” position,
the word “AUTO” will illuminate in the front ATC
display along with “HI” or “LO”. The system will then
automatically regulate the amount of air flow. Next, dial
in the temperature you would like the system to maintain
by pressing the driver’s or passenger’s temperature con-
trol button. The rear temperature can only be adjusted
from the front when the “REAR SYSTEM” knob on the
front ATC unit is in the “AUTO” position. Once the
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