DODGE CARAVAN 2004 4.G Manual PDF

SAFETY TIPS
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon
monoxide (CO) which is colorless and odorless.
Breathing it can make you unconscious and can
eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (CO)
follow the safety tips below.
Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined
areas any longer than needed to move your vehicle in or
out of the area.
If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine
running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force
outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
WARNING!
If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc. If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
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Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the LED is not lit during starting, have it
checked. If the light stays on or comes on while driving,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid or brake
fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and
corrected immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
mMirrors...............................77
NInside Day/Night Mirror.................77
NAutomatic Dimming Mirror Ð If Equipped....77
NDriver's Side Outside Mirror Auto
Dimmer Ð If Equipped..................78
NExterior Mirrors Folding Feature...........78
NOutside Mirror Ð Driver's Side............78
NOutside Mirror Ð Passenger's Side..........78
NPower Remote-Control Mirrors Ð If
Equipped............................79NHeated Remote Control Mirrors Ð If
Equipped............................80
NIlluminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped....80
mSeats.................................80
NManual Front Seat Adjuster...............80
N8±Way Driver's Power Seat Ð If Equipped....81
N4±Way Passenger's Power Seat Ð If Equipped . .81
NAdjustable Head Restraints Ð If Equipped....82
NHeated Seats Ð If Equipped..............82
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NManual Reclining Seats Ð If Equipped.......83
NManual Lumbar Ð If Equipped............84
NMiddle Rear Bench Seat Recline Ð If
Equipped............................84
NMiddle Quad Fold & Tumble Seating........85
NMiddle Quad Fold & Tumble Seat Removal....86
N50/50 Fold & Tumble Rear Seat Removal.....88
N2 ± Passenger And 3 ± Passenger Bench Seats . .90
NPlastic Grocery Bag Retainer..............91
NRear-Most Bench Seat...................92
NRear Seat Descriptions...................92
NRear Bench Seating Flexibility.............92
NRear Quad And 50/50 Seating Flexibility.....94mTo Open And Close The Hood..............96
mLights................................98
NInterior Lights........................98
NPark Lights...........................99
NHeadlights...........................99
NAutomatic Headlights Ð If Equipped.......100
NDaytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet
Vehicles Only).......................101
NLights-On Reminder...................101
NBattery Protection.....................101
NHeadlight Time Delay Ð If Equipped.......101
NFront Fog Lights Ð If Equipped...........102
mMultifunction Lever.....................102
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NTurn Signals.........................102
NHeadlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch . . . 103
NPassing Light........................103
NWindshield Wipers And Washers..........103
mTilt Steering Column Ð If Equipped.........104
mTraction Control Switch Ð If Equipped.......105
mAdjustable Pedals Ð If Equipped...........106
mElectronic Speed Control Ð If Equipped......107
NTo Activate..........................108
NTo Set At A Desired Speed...............108
NTo Deactivate........................108
NTo Resume Speed.....................108
NTo Vary The Speed Setting...............109NTo Accelerate For Passing...............109
mOverhead Console Ð If Equipped...........110
NCourtesy/Reading Lights................110
NSunglass Storage......................111
NCompass/Temperature Display...........111
NMini-Trip Computer...................114
NElectronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) Ð If Equipped..................115
NCustomer Programmable Features Ð If
Equipped...........................116
mGarage Door Opener Ð If Equipped.........119
NProgramming Homelink................120
NCanadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 123
NUsing Homelink......................123
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NErasing Homelink Buttons...............124
NReprogramming a Single Homelink Button . . . 124
NSecurity............................124
mPower Sunroof Ð If Equipped.............125
NExpress Open Feature..................126
NWind Buffeting.......................127
NSunroof Maintenance...................127
mElectrical Power Outlets Ð If Equipped.......127
NElectrical Outlet Use With Engine Off.......129
mConvenience Tray Drawer And Cup Holders . . . 129
NInstrument Panel Cup Holders............129NConvenience Tray And Optional Smoker's
Package Kit.........................130
NRear Cupholders......................130
mStorage..............................132
NFront Seat Storage Bin Ð If Equipped.......132
NRemovable Floor Console Ð If Equipped....132
NRear Compartment Storage Bins...........135
NCargo Area Storage....................135
NCargo Organizer Ð If Equipped...........136
mRoof Luggage Rack Ð If Equipped..........139
mLoad Leveling System...................141
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
Adjust the mirror to center on the view through the rear
window. A two point pivot system allows for horizontal
and vertical adjustment of the mirror.
Annoying headlight glare can be reduced by moving the
small control under the mirror to the night position(toward rear of vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted
while set in the day position (toward windshield).Automatic Dimming Mirror Ð If Equipped
If the switch is in the ªAutoº position the mirror will
automatically adjust for annoying headlight glare from
vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by
pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light in the
button will illuminate to indicate when this feature is on.
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CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the
mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and
wipe the mirror clean.
Driver's Side Outside Mirror Auto Dimmer Ð If
Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for annoying headlight
glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn this feature
on or off by pressing the button at the base of the
Rearview Mirror.
Exterior Mirrors Folding Feature
All exterior mirrors are hinged and may be moved either
forward or rearward to resist damage. The hinges have
three detent positions; full forward, full rearward, and
normal.
Outside Mirror Ð Driver's Side
Adjust the outside mirror to center on the adjacent lane of
traffic, with a slight overlap of the view obtained on the
inside mirror.
Outside Mirror Ð Passenger's Side
Adjust the convex outside mirror so you can just see the
side of your vehicle in the portion of the mirror closest to
the vehicle. This type of mirror will give a much wider
view to the rear, and especially of the lane next to your
vehicle.
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WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the right side
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on your right
side mirror could cause you to collide with another
vehicle or other object.
Use your inside mirror when judging the size or
distance of a vehicle seen in this convex mirror.
Power Remote-Control Mirrors Ð If Equipped
Use the mirror select switch, located on the instrument
panel to the left of the steering column, to adjust the view
obtained in the outside mirrors. Press the rocker switch to
the L or R for Left or Right mirror selection. Use the
center off position to guard against accidentally moving
a mirror position.Select a mirror and press one of the four arrows for the
direction you want the mirror to move.
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Heated Remote Control Mirrors Ð If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature
is activated whenever you turn on the Rear Window
Defrost.
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Ð If Equipped
An illuminated vanity mirror is on the sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor down and swing the
mirror cover upward. The lights turn on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover turns off the lights.
Sun Visor Extension Ð If Equipped
This feature has a pull out extension on the sun visor for
increased coverage.
SEATS
Manual Front Seat Adjuster
The adjusting bar is located under the front of the seat.
Pull the bar up and move the seat to the desired position.
Release the bar to lock the seat into position.
Using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the
seat to be sure the seat adjusters have latched.
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