2009 Dodge Nitro Owner Manual - Page 168

166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Defroster - If Equipped The pushbutton for the rear window defroster is located on the mode knob of the climate control switch bank. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster and the electric remote control heated mirrors (optional). An amber light shows that the defroster is on. The defroster will automatically turn off after approximately 10 minutes. For an additional five minutes of operation, press the switch again. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the defroster only when the engine is operating. CAUTION! Use care when washing the inside of the rear window to prevent damage to heating elements. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Also, keep all objects a safe distance from the window to prevent damaging the heating elements. ROOF DITCH APPLIQUE - NON FUNCTIONAL The Roof Ditch Applique as provided on the vehicle is non functional. Metal side rails and crossbars can be purchased from Mopar௡ accessories to proved a functional roof rack system. The load carried on the roof, when equipped with a luggage rack, must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and it should be uniformly distributed over the cargo area. Check the straps frequently to be sure that the load remains securely attached.