DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2008 5.G Owners Manual

1. Multifunction Lever Ð Mist, Front Wiper and
Washer
Press the end of the multifunction lever inward to the
first detent and release to clear the windshield. Pressing
the multifunction lever inward to the second detent will
cause the washers to spray for a maximum of 10 seconds,
or until the lever is released, and the wipers will cycle
three times.
NOTE:If the multifunction lever is depressed while in
the delay range, the wipers will operate for several
seconds after the lever is released, and then resume the
intermittent interval previously selected.
If the multifunction lever is depressed while in the off
position, the wipers will operate for approximately two
wipe cycles and automatically turn off.2. Intermittent, Low and High Speed Wipers
Use the intermittent wipers when weather conditions
make a single wiping cycle, with a variable pause be-
tween cycles, desirable. Rotate the end of the multifunc-
tion lever to the first detent position, then turn the end of
the lever to select the desired delay interval. The delay
can be regulated from a maximum of about 20 seconds
between cycles, to a cycle every 2 seconds. The time delay
will be doubled if the vehicle speed is less than 10 mph
(16 km/h).
Low Speedis achieved by rotating the multifunction
lever past the intermittent settings, to the first detent.
High Speedis achieved by rotating the multifunction
lever past the intermittent settings, to the second detent.
3. Rotary Ring Ð Rear Wiper and Washer
Rotating the rotary ring to the first detent activates the
rear intermittent wipers. To activate the washers, rotate
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the rotary ring fully forward and the washers will spray
until the ring is released, and then resume the intermit-
tent interval.
NOTE:Rear window wipers function in the intermittent
wiper speed only.
4. Headlight Low/High Beam Select Switch and
Flash-to-Pass
Headlight Low/High Beam Select SwitchWhen the
headlights are turned on, pushing the lever assembly
toward the instrument panel will switch from low beams
to high beams. Pulling back to the neutral position
returns to low beam headlights.
Flash-to-Pass (Optical Horn)You can signal another
vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the mul-
tifunction lever toward you. This will cause the head-
lights to turn on at high beam and remain on until the
lever is released.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 defroster before and during wind-
shield washer use.
Headlights On When Wipers Are On Ð If
Equipped
Headlights on when windshield wipers are on may be
found on vehicles equipped with automatic headlight
system. Refer to the Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter (EVIC) in Section 4 under ªPERSONAL SETTINGS
(CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES)º for more
information.
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TILT STEERING COLUMN Ð IF EQUIPPED
To tilt the column, pull the small lever downward
(located on the steering column and below the steering
wheel) to the open position. You may then position the
steering wheel up or down, as desired. Pull the small
lever upward to the closed position to lock the steering
wheel firmly in place.
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.
REAR PARK ASSIST SYSTEM Ð IF EQUIPPED
The Rear Park Assist System provides visual and audible
indications of the distance between the rear fascia and the
detected obstacle when backing up. When backing up the
driver should also use the inside rearview and outside
mirrors.
Tilt Steering Column Control
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The Rear Park Assist System will remember the last
system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition
cycle when the ignition is changed to the RUN/ON
position.
The Rear Park Assist System can be active only when the
transaxle gear selector lever is in REVERSE. When in
REVERSE, the system scans for objects behind the vehicle
using four sensors located in the rear bumper.
NOTE:The system will be active until the vehicle speed
is increased to approximately 11 mph (18 km/h) or
above. The system will be active again if the vehicle
speed is decreased to speeds less than approximately 10
mph (16 km/h).Rear Park Assist Sensors
The four Rear Park Assist Sensors, located in the rear
fascia, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within
the sensors' field of view. The monitored area seems oval
in shape. The sensors can detect obstacles from approxi-
mately 11.8 in (30 cm) up to 78.7 in (200 cm) from the rear
fascia in the horizontal direction, depending on the
location and orientation of the obstacle and the type of
obstacle.
Rear Park Assist Warning Display
The Rear Park Assist Warning Display, located in the
headliner near the liftgate glass, provides both visual and
audible warnings to indicate the distance between the
rear fascia and the detected obstacle.
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When the ignition switch is turned to the RUN/ON
position, the warning display will turn on all of its LEDs
for about one second. Each side of the warning display
has six yellow and two red LED lights, one set to warn of
obstacles behind the left rear of the vehicle and the other
set to warn of obstacles behind the right rear of the
vehicle. The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the red
LED is illuminated.
The driver can view the LEDs either through the rear-
view mirror or by looking directly at the display above
the rear window.
The system dimly illuminates the two outer most yellow
LEDs when it is on and detects no obstacles. The follow-
ing chart shows the warning display operation when the
system is detecting an obstacle.
Rear Park Assist LED Lights
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PARK ASSIST WARNING DISPLAY DISTANCES
DISPLAY LED OBSTACLE DISTANCE FROM:
REAR CENTERAUDIBLE SIGNAL
REAR CORNERS REAR CENTER
1st LED 78.7 in (200 cm) Yellow Yes, Half Second
2nd LED 51.1 in (130 cm) Yellow None
3rd LED 45.2 in (115 cm) Yellow None
4th LED 31.5 in (80 cm) 39.3 in (100 cm) Yellow None
5th LED 25.5 in (65 cm) 33.5 in (85 cm) Yellow None
6th LED 20 in (50 cm) 27.6 in (70 cm) Yellow None
7th LED 16 in (40 cm) 19.7 in (50 cm) Red at 12 in (30 cm)
Intermittent
8th LED 6 in (15 cm) 11.81 in (30 cm) Red at 8 in (20 cm)
Continuous
NOTE:The Rear Park Assist System will MUTE the radio, if on, when the audible warning is activated.
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WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the Rear Park Assist System. Always check
carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check
for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions,
or blind spots before backing up. You are responsible
for the safety of your surroundings and must con-
tinue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to do
so can result in serious injury or death.
Before using the Rear Park Assist System, it is
strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch
ball assembly be disconnected from the vehicle when
the vehicle is not used for towing. Failure to do so
can result in injury or damage to vehicles or obstacles
because the hitch ball will be much closer to the
obstacle than the rear fascia when the warning dis-
play turns the red LEDs on. Also, the sensors could
detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly, de-
pending on its size and shape, giving a false indica-
tion that an obstacle is behind the vehicle.
CAUTION!
²To avoid vehicle damage the Rear Park Assist
System should only be used as a parking aid and
is unable to recognize every obstacle, including
small objects. Parking curbs might be temporarily
detected or not detected at all. Obstacles located
above or below the sensors will not be detected
when they are in close proximity to the rear of the
vehicle.
²To avoid vehicle damage the vehicle must be
driven slowly when using the Rear Park Assist
System to be able to stop in time when an obstacle
is detected. It is recommended that the driver look
over his/her shoulder when using the Rear Park
Assist System.
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NOTE:
²Ensure that the rear bumper is free of dirt and debris
to keep the system operating properly.
²Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could
affect the performance of the system.
Enabling and Disassembling The Rear Park Assist
System
There are times when you may want to disable the Rear
Park Assist System, such as when towing a trailer.
NOTE:The manufacturer suggests disabling the Rear
Park Assist System when towing a trailer. Refer to the
following procedures.
Vehicles Equipped With the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)
You can turn the Rear Park Assist System on or off
through the EVIC. For details, refer to ªPersonal Settings(Customer Programmable Features)º under ªElectronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)º in Section 4 of this
manual.
Vehicles Equipped With the Compass Mini-Trip
Computer (CMTC)
You can turn the Rear Park Assist System ON or OFF
through the CMTC by pressing the left reset button in the
instrument cluster. Turn the ignition switch to the ON
position, then press and hold the rest button for approxi-
mately two seconds.
Service The Rear Park Assist System
If the Rear Park Assist System malfunctions, the instru-
ment cluster will actuate a single chime, once per ignition
cycle, and it will display the(SERVICE PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM(message. Refer to ªCompass Mini Trip Com-
puter (CMTC) or ªElectronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC)º Ð as equipped, in Section 4 of this manual.
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If(SERVICE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM(appears in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), after mak-
ing sure the rear bumper is clean, please see your
authorized dealer.
Should this wrench symbol display with the
letterPnext to it, your Park Sense System
needs servicing. Contact your authorized
dealer.
Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System
Clean the Rear Park Assist Sensors with water, car wash
soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. Do
not scratch or poke the sensors, otherwise, you could
damage the sensors.
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS Ð IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows both the brake and accelerator pedals to
move toward or away from the driver to provide improved
position with the steering wheel. The adjustable pedal
system is designed to allow a greater range of driver comfort
for steering wheel tilt and seat positions. The switch is
located on the left side of the steering column.
Adjustable Pedal Switch
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Press the button forward to move the pedals forward
(toward the front of the vehicle).
Press the button rearward to move the pedals rearward
(toward the driver).
²The pedals can be adjusted with the ignition OFF.
²The pedals can be adjusted while driving.
²The pedalscannotbe adjusted when the vehicle is in
REVERSE or when the Electronic Speed Control Sys-
tem is ON. The following messages will be displayed
on vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle In-
formation System (EVIC) if the pedals are attempted to
be adjusted when the system is locked out (ªAdjust-
able Pedal Disabled Ð Cruise Control Engagedº or
ªAdjustable Pedal Disabled Ð Vehicle In Reverseº).
CAUTION!
Do not place any article under the adjustable pedals
or impede its ability to move as it may cause damage
to the pedal controls. Pedal travel may become lim-
ited if movement is stopped by an obstruction in the
adjustable pedal's path.
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