ABS DODGE CARAVAN 2006 4.G User Guide

NOTE:If either front tire is flat, it may be necessary to
jack up the vehicle to remove the compact spare tire/
cover assembly from under the vehicle. Refer to jack
engagement locations in the following steps for proper
jack placement.4. When the compact spare tire/cover assembly is clear
of the vehicle, stand the tire/cover assembly upright and
remove the wheel spacer by squeezing the two retaining
tabs together.
5. There are two jack engagement locations on each side
of the body, refer to the following illustration.
Spare Tire/Cover Removal
Wheel Spacer Removal
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6. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and
consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be
located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs
closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on
the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is
properly engaged in the described location.Do not raise
the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely
engaged.
7. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right,
using the swivel wrench. Raise the vehicle only until the
tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is
obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift
provides maximum stability.WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make
the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and
hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough
to remove the tire.
8. Remove the wheel lug nuts, for vehicles with wheel
covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand. Do not
pry the wheel cover off. Then pull the wheel off the hub.
9. Install the compact spare tire. Lightly tighten the lug
nuts. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,
do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been
lowered.
NOTE:Do not install the wheel cover on the compact
spare.
Do not use a hammer or force to install the wheel covers.
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3. Turn the compact spare tire so that the valve stem is
down and place the tire into the spare tire cover assem-
bly. Slide the wheel spacer through the center of the
wheel and spare tire cover assembly so that the two
retainer tabs snap out and engage the spare tire cover on
the opposite side.
CAUTION!
The compact spare tire cover assembly must be used
when the compact spare tire is stored. Failure to use
this cover could drastically reduce the life of the
compact spare tire.
WARNING!
Verify that’both’retainer tabs of the wheel spacer
have been properly extended through the center of
the wheel and spare tire cover assembly. Failure to
properly engage both retainer tabs could result in
loss of the spare tire & cover assembly, which will
cause vehicle damage and may cause loss of control
of the vehicle.
4. Using the winch“T”handle, rotate the drive nut to the
right until the compact spare tire/cover assembly is
drawn into place against the underside of the vehicle.
5. Continue to rotate the nut approximately 33 turns
until you hear the winch mechanism click three times. It
cannot be overtightened. Check under the vehicle to
ensure the compact spare tire/cover assembly is posi-
tioned correctly against the underside of the vehicle.
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5. These locations are on the sill flange of the body and
consist of a pair of downstanding tabs. The jack is to be
located, engaging the flange, between the pair of tabs
closest to the wheel to be changed. Place the wrench on
the jack screw and turn to the right until the jack head is
properly engaged in the described location.Do not raise
the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely
engaged.
6. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right,
using the swivel wrench. Raise the vehicle only until the
tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is
obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift
provides maximum stability.WARNING!
Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make
the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and
hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough
to remove the tire.
7. Remove the wheel lug nuts, for vehicles with wheel
covers, remove the cover from the wheel by hand. Do not
pry the wheel cover off. Then pull the wheel off the hub.
8. Install the spare wheel, for vehicles with wheel covers,
align the notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on
the wheel. Install the cover on the wheel by hand only
and install the wheel lug nuts with the cone shaped end
of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug nuts.
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not
tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been
lowered.
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•If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or
similar cause which destroys the paint and protective
coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos-
sible. The cost of such repairs is considered the respon-
sibility of the owner.
•All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To
remove heavy soil, use Mopar Wheel Cleaner or select
a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring
pads, steel wool, a bristle brush or metal polishes.
Only Mopar cleaners are recommended. Do not use
oven cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the
wheels’protective finish.
•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the
color of your vehicle.
Interior Care
Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with Mopar Total Clean, then Mopar
Spot & Stain Remover if absolutely necessary. Do not use
harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use Mopar Total Clean to
clean vinyl upholstery
Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
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INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
An Integrated Power Module is located in the engine
compartment near the battery. This center contains maxi
fuses, mini fuses and relays. A label that identifies each
component is printed on the inside of the cover.
Cavity Maxi Fuse Description
F4 30 Amp Pink Front Wipers
F9 40 Amp Green Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Pump
F10 40 Amp Green Front Blower
F13 40 Amp Green Electronic Back Light (EBL)
F19 40 Amp Green Body Control Module
(BCM) Feed 1
F20 30 Amp Pink Central Amplifier
F22 30 Amp Pink Seats
F27 40 Amp Green Radiator Fan
F28 40 Amp Green Power Windows
F30 40 Amp Green Headlight Washers (Export
Only)
F31 40 Amp Green Power Sliding Door
F32 40 Amp Green Power Liftgate
Integrated Power module (IPM)
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Cavity Mini Fuse Description
F1 20 Amp Yellow Fog Lights
F2 15 Amp Blue Left Park/Tail Light
F3 15 Amp Blue Right Park/Tail Light
F5 20 Amp Yellow RDO/IP Ignition
F6 20 Amp Yellow 12 Volt Out Ignition or
Battery
F8 20 Amp Yellow Horn
F11 20 Amp Yellow EWD/ Rear Wiper
F12 25 Amp Natural Rear Blower
F14 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD)
F15 20 Amp Yellow Electronic Automatic
Transaxle (EATX) Battery
F15 25 Amp Natural ASD
F17 20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump
F18 15 Amp Blue A/C ClutchCavity Mini Fuse Description
F21 25 Amp Natural Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Module
F23 10 Amp Red Ignition Switch
F24 20 Amp Yellow Hazard
F26 20 Amp Yellow Stop Lamp
F33 15 Amp Blue Front/Rear Washer
20 Amp Yellow Spare (IOD)
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Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and
Back-up Lights
1. Raise the liftgate.
2. Remove the two tail light assembly push-in type
fasteners, by prying under the fastener head with a large
flat screwdriver.3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the
housing.
4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
light assembly.
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Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech
Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer
Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter
(TTY) in the United States can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for your
vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unex-
pected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle
limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands be-
hind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you
purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will
receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card
in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery
date. If you have any questions about your servicecontract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer’s Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to
your contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has
also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
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Adding Fuel........................... 346
Adding Washer Fluid..................299,414
Additives, Fuel......................... 344
Adjustable Pedals....................... 153
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 410
Air Conditioning.....................274,279
Air Conditioning Controls................. 274
Air Conditioning Filter.................296,411
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 296
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone.............282,291
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 410
Air Conditioning System..........274,279,284,410
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 275
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 329
Airbag................................ 54
Airbag Deployment....................... 66
Airbag Light...................59,60,68,84,206
Airbag Maintenance....................... 68
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)............... 55Alarm Light........................... 208
Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 26
Alignment and Balance................... 336
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 269
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........417,418,443
Disposal............................ 419
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).............. 315
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 207
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)........ 26
Appearance Care........................ 428
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)......... 27
Ashtray............................... 178
Auto Down Power Windows................ 41
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 90
Automatic Door Locks...................19,20
Automatic Headlights.................... 145
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 284
Automatic Transaxle...................... 309
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