turn signal DODGE CARAVAN 2004 4.G Owners Manual

To unlock the doors and liftgate:
Press and release the UNLOCK button on the transmitter
once to unlock the driver's door side of the vehicle, or
twice to unlock all doors and liftgate. The illuminated
entry system also turns on.
NOTE:If desired, the ªRemote Unlock Driver's Door
1stº feature can be turned on and off by referring to the
Customer Programmable Features of the ªOverhead
Consoleº section or by following these steps.
1. Press the UNLOCK button for 5 to 10 seconds.
2. While the UNLOCK button is pressed, (after 5 sec-
onds) press the LOCK button. Release both buttons.
The ªRemote Unlock Driver's Door 1stº feature can be
reactivated by repeating this procedure.
To lock the doors and liftgate:
Press and release the LOCK button on the transmitter to
lock all doors and liftgate. The horn will chirp once to
acknowledge the signal. If desired, the ªSound Horn On
Lockº feature can be turned on and off by referring to the
Customer Programmable Features of the ªOverhead
Consoleº section or by following these steps.
1. Press the LOCK button for 5 to 10 seconds.
2. While the LOCK button is pressed (after 5 seconds),
press the PANIC button. Release both buttons.
The ªSound Horn On Lockº feature can be reactivated by
repeating this procedure.
Using The Panic Alarm:
To turn the panic alarm feature ON or OFF, press and
hold the PANIC button on the transmitter for at least one
second and release. When the panic alarm is on, the
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To Open/Close Right Power Sliding Door Ð If
Equipped
Press the RIGHT button twice within five seconds to
open/close the right power sliding door. If the button is
pushed while the door is being power closed, the door
will reverse to the full open position.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a right power sliding
door and the door is closed and locked, pressing the
button will result in the right side doors becoming
unlocked.
To Turn Off ªFlash Lights On Lock/Unlockº Ð If
Equipped
NOTE:If desired, the ªFlash Lights On Lock/Unlockº
feature can be turned on and off by referring to the
Customer Programmable Features of the ªOverhead
Consoleº section or by following these steps.
1. Press the LOCK button for 5 to 10 seconds.2. While the LOCK button is pressed, (after 5 seconds)
press the UNLOCK button. Release both buttons.
The ªFlash Lights On Lock/Unlockº feature can be
reactivated by repeating this procedure. The table below
explains the Lamp Flash options.
Function Which Turn Signal
LampsNumber of
Flashes
Lock All 1
Unlock 1st
PressLeft Side 2
Unlock All
DoorsAll 2
Left Side Left Side 2
Right Side Right Side 2
Liftgate All 2
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2. Remove and replace the batteries. Avoid touching the
new batteries with your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a battery, clean it with
rubbing alcohol.
3. To reassemble the transmitter case snap two halves
together. Make sure there is an even ªgapº between the
two halves. Test transmitter operation.
VEHICLE THEFT ALARM Ð IF EQUIPPED
This system monitors the vehicle doors and ignition
switch for unauthorized entry or operation. When the
alarm is activated, the system provides both audible and
visual signals. The horn will pulse, headlights/park
lights will flash, the Vehicle Theft Alarm/Immobilizer
light, located in the instrument cluster, will flash, and the
vehicle will not start. If the alarm is triggered and no
action is taken to disarm it, the system will turn off the
horn after three minutes and after 15 minutes of light
only operation the system will then rearm itself.To arm the system:Remove the key from the ignition
switch and either:
1. Press a power door lock button while the driver's or
passenger's door is open.
2. Press the LOCK button on the keyless entry transmit-
ter.
After the last door is closed, or if all doors are closed, the
system will arm itself in about 16 seconds. During that
time, the Vehicle Theft Alarm/Immobilizer light will
flash. If it does not illuminate, the system is not arming.
If you open a door during this arming period, the system
will cancel the arming process. You must repeat one of
the previously described arming sequences to rearm the
system.
To disarm the system:Press the UNLOCK button on the
keyless entry transmitter. Also, using a valid sentry key
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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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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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NOTE:The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds
of turning the ignition off to activate this feature
Front Fog Lights Ð If Equipped
To activate the front fog lights, turn on the park
lights or the low beam headlights and pull out on
the headlight switch control knob. An indicator in
the headlight switch shows that the front fog lights are
on. Pressing the headlight switch control knob in will
turn the front fog lights off.
MULTIFUNCTION LEVER
Turn Signals
Move the Multifunction Lever up or down and the
arrows on each side of the base instrument cluster or
Information Center flash to indicate proper operation of
the front and rear turn signal lights. You can signal a lane
change by moving the lever partially up or down.If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a
defective outside turn signal light bulb. If one of the
indicators fails to light when the lever is moved, it would
suggest that the indicator light is defective.
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Turn Signal Warning
If the vehicle electronics sense that the vehicle has traveled
at over 18 mph (29 km/h) for about one mile with the turn
signals on, a chime will sound to alert the driver.
Headlight Low/High Beam Selector Switch
Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to
switch the headlights between HIGH and LOW beam.
Passing Light
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-
ing wheel. This will cause the headlights to turn on at
high beam and remain on until the lever is released.
Windshield Wipers and Washers
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the
multifunction lever. Rotate the end of the lever to select
the desired wiper speed.NOTE:Always remove any build-up of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to
the OFF position. If the windshield wiper switch is
turned OFF and the blades cannot return to the OFF
position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
To use the washer, press the end of the multifunction
lever in when spray is desired, the washers will spray for
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a maximum of 20 seconds or until the lever is released. If
another washer cycle is desired the end of the lever must
be pressed again to get another 20 second washer cycle. If
the 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 pre-
viously selected.
If the end of the lever is depressed while in the OFF
position, the wipers will operate for approximately two
wipe cycles, then turn OFF.
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.
Intermittent Wiper System
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 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).
TILT STEERING COLUMN Ð IF EQUIPPED
To tilt the column, pull the small lever, located behind the
turn signal control, toward you and move the wheel up
or down, as desired. Release the lever to lock the wheel
firmly in place.
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Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Ð If
Equipped
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center, when the
appropriate conditions exist, displays the following
WARNING messages and symbols. Each message is
accompanied by a single chime:
²TURN SIGNALS ON (with graphic)
²PERFORM SERVICE
²DOOR AJAR (one or more, with graphic)
²LIFTGATE AJAR (with graphic)
²WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic)
²1,2,3 OR 4 LOW TIRE(S) PRESSURE (Refer to ªStarting
And Operating, Tire Sectionº)
²1,2,3 OR 4 HIGH TIRE(S) PRESSURE (Refer to ªStart-
ing And Operating, Tire Sectionº)
²SERVICE TIRE PRESS. SYSTEM/SEE OWNER'S
MANUAL (Refer to ªStarting And Operating, Tire
Sectionº)
²TIRE PRESSURE UNAVAILABLE (Refer to ªStarting
And Operating, Tire Sectionº)
²TIRE PRESSURE NOW AVAILABLE (Refer to ªStart-
ing And Operating, Tire Sectionº)
²SPARE TIRE IN USE? YES/NO (Refer to ªStarting
And Operating, Tire Sectionº)
²ALL 5 TIRES WITH CAR? YES/NO (Refer to ªStarting
And Operating, Tire Sectionº)
²MEMORY SEAT DISABLED (Not in Park) Ð If
Equipped
²ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/CRUISE ENGAGED
²ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/VEHICLE IN RE-
VERSE
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Remote Linked To Memory (Available with
Memory Seat and Pedals Only)
When this feature is selected, pressing the Unlock button
on any Remote Keyless Entry transmitter already linked
to memory will return the driver's seat, driver's outside
mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and
radio station presets to their memory set positions.
If this feature is not selected, the driver's seat, driver's
mirror, adjustable pedals, and radio settings can only
return to their memory set positions using the memory
recall buttons (1or 2) on the driver's door panel.
Any transmitter linked to memory will remain linked,
but will not recall the memory positions. The transmitter
memory recall function will operate again when this
feature is selected. Refer to Driver Memory System for
more information. Pressing the9STEP9button when in
this mode will select between9Ye s9or9No9.
Sound Horn On Lock
When this feature is selected a short horn sound will
occur when the remote keyless entry ªLockº button is
pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the
flash lights on LOCK/UNLOCK feature. Pressing the
ªSTEPº button when in this display will select ªYesº or
ªNo.º
Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock?
When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn
signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked
using the remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature
may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock
feature selected. Pressing the ªSTEPº button when in this
display will select ªYesº or ªNo.º
Headlamp Delay
When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when
exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for
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