tires DODGE CARAVAN 2005 4.G Owner's Guide

Miles 78, 000 84, 000 90, 000 96, 000 100, 000
(Kilometers) (125 000) (134 000) (144 000) (154 000) (160 000)
[Months] [78] [84] [90] [96]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate Tires X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if neces-
sary. *XX XX
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engines. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt
tension on 2.4 liter engines.X
Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines, re-
place if necessary.X
Check and replace thePCV valve, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8
liter engines, replace if necessary.‡X
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Miles 102, 000 108, 000 114, 000 120, 000
(Kilometers) (163 000) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [102] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate Tires X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if necessary. * X X X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugson 2.4 liter engines. X
Replace theignition cables2.4 liter engines. X
Inspect and adjust the power steering pump belt tension
on 2.4 liter engines.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Check thePCV valveand replace, if necessary.* X
Inspect the serpentine drive belt on 3.3 liter and 3.8 liter
engines, replace if necessary.‡XX
Replace theengine timing belton 2.4 liter engines only. X
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following describes the tire grading categories estab-
lished by the National highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s
manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall
of the tires on your car.
All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in Addition to These Grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled con-
ditions on a specified government test course. For ex-
ample, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1
1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and
C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
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WARNING!
The traction grade is based on braking (straight-
ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering
(turning) performance.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (highest), B, and C, repre-
senting the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance which all passen-
ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.
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Adding Fuel........................... 334
Adding Washer Fluid..................286,392
Additives, Fuel......................... 332
Adjustable Pedals....................... 146
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 388
Air Conditioning.....................262,267
Air Conditioning Controls................. 262
Air Conditioning Filter.................284,389
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 284
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone.............270,279
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 388
Air Conditioning System..........262,267,272,388
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 263
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 317
Airbag................................ 53
Airbag Deployment....................... 65
Airbag Light...................57,58,68,84,199
Airbag Maintenance....................... 67
Airbag, Window......................... 54Alarm Light........................... 200
Alarm System........................... 27
Alignment and Balance................... 324
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 257
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........395,396,421
Disposal............................ 397
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 303
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 199
Anti-Theft Security Alarm.................. 27
Appearance Care........................ 406
Arming Theft System...................... 27
Ashtray............................... 171
Auto Down Power Windows................ 40
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 92
Automatic Door Locks...................19,20
Automatic Headlights.................... 136
Automatic Temperature Control............. 272
Automatic Transaxle...................... 297
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Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 202
Side Marker.......................... 419
Theft Alarm.......................... 200
Turn Signal.....................138,418,419
Voltage............................. 199
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 196
Washer Fluid......................... 201
Load Leveling System.................... 185
Loading Vehicle...................181,336,337
Capacities........................... 337
Tires ............................... 312
Locks
Door................................ 17
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 74
Lubrication, Body....................... 391
Luggage Rack.......................... 182
Lumbar Support........................ 112
Maintenance, Airbag...................... 67Maintenance Free Battery.................. 387
Maintenance Procedures................... 379
Maintenance Schedule.................... 426
ScheduleA......................... 440
ScheduleB.......................... 429
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 167
Malfunction Indicator Light..............202,377
Manual, Service......................... 454
Map/Reading Lights..................... 150
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 154
Mirrors................................ 92
Automatic Dimming..................... 92
Electric Remote........................ 94
Exterior Folding........................ 93
Heated.............................. 95
Outside.............................. 94
Rearview............................. 92
Vanity............................... 95
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............. 7
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Phone, Cellular.......................... 96
Phone, Hands-Free....................... 96
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 313
Power
Brakes.............................. 302
Distribution Center..................... 412
Door Locks........................... 18
Lift Gate............................. 36
Mirrors.............................. 94
Outlet.............................. 168
Seats............................... 108
Sliding Door.......................... 31
Steering............................. 305
Steering, Checking..................... 390
Sunroof............................. 165
Windows............................. 39
Power Steering Fluid..................... 423
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts.............. 52
Preparation for Jacking.................347,359Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................. 50
Programmable Electronic Features......156,160,164
Programming Transmitters............23,160,164
Radial Ply Tires......................... 320
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap).......395,396
Radio Broadcast Signals................... 205
Radio Operation...................217,234,261
Radio Remote Controls.................246,258
Radio, Satellite.......................... 254
Radio (Sound Systems)...........206,216,226,233
Rear Air Conditioning.................270,279
Rear Cup Holder........................ 172
Rear Heater............................ 270
Rear Seat Removal....................124,126
Rear Seating Flexibility.................128,130
Rear Window Defroster................... 287
Rear Window Features.................... 284
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Rear Wiper/Washer...................285,286
Rearview Mirrors........................ 92
Reclining Front Seats..................... 110
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts............................... 422
Reminder, Seat Belt....................... 51
Remote Keyless Entry..................... 20
Remote Sound System Controls.............. 258
Removable Floor Console...............176,178
Replacement Keys........................ 15
Replacement Parts....................... 378
Replacement Tires....................... 323
Reporting Safety Defects................... 453
Restraint, Head......................... 109
Restraints, Child.......................69,76
Restraints, Infant......................... 70
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck................ 368
Roof Rack............................. 182
Rotation, Tires.......................... 329Safety Checks Inside Vehicle................. 84
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle............... 85
Safety Defects, Reporting.................. 453
Safety, Exhaust Gas....................... 38
Safety Information, Tire................... 308
Safety Tips............................. 83
Satellite Radio.......................... 254
Satellite Radio Antenna................... 257
Schedule, Maintenance.................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance.................... 410
Seat Belt Reminder....................... 51
Seat Belts.............................. 41
Adjustable Shoulder Belt.................. 47
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage........ 47
And Pregnant Women................... 52
Center Lap Belt........................ 50
Child Restraint......................... 69
Extender............................. 52
Front Seat............................ 42
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Pretensioners.......................... 50
Rear Seat............................. 42
Untwisting Procedure.................... 48
Seats................................. 107
Adjustment.......................... 107
Bench............................126,128
Easy Entry........................... 120
Easy-Out Roller....................... 126
Heated.............................. 110
Integrated, Child....................... 68
Lumbar Support....................... 112
Power.............................. 108
Reclining......................... 110,112
Removal.......................121,124,126
Tilting.............................. 120
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)................ 27
Selection of Coolant...................395,422
Sentry Key............................. 13
Sentry Key Programming................... 15Service Assistance....................448,449
Service Contract......................... 450
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . 202
Service Manuals........................ 454
Setting the Clock........................ 204
Shoulder Belts........................... 42
Signals, Turn...................138,197,418,419
Sliding Door............................ 29
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On............... 367
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)................. 327
Snow Tires............................ 329
Spare Tire.....................320,321,349,360
Spark Plugs............................ 384
Speed Control.......................... 147
Speedometer........................... 197
Starting............................... 292
Engine Fails to Start.................293,295
Starting and Operating.................... 292
INDEX 471
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Steering
Column Controls...................... 138
Linkage............................. 391
Power...........................305,390
Shaft Seal............................ 391
Tilt Column.......................... 142
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................. 258
Storage............................173,415
Storage Bin............................ 173
Storage, Vehicle......................283,415
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 415
Sun Roof.............................. 165
Sun Visor Extension....................... 95
Sunglass Storage........................ 151
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 167
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 53
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 383
System, Navigation...................... 240Tachometer............................ 199
Tape Player............................ 221
Temperature Control, Automatic............. 272
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......200,345
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 74
Theft Alarm............................ 27
Theft System............................ 27
Theft System Arming...................... 27
Theft System Disarming.................... 28
Tilt Steering Column..................... 142
Tire and Loading Information Placard......312,313
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 311
Tire Markings.......................... 308
Tire Safety Information.................... 308
Tires ............................85,316,455
Air Pressure.......................... 316
Alignment........................... 324
Chains.............................. 327
Changing............................ 346
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