battery DODGE CARAVAN 2006 4.G Owner's Guide

Maintenance-Free Battery
The top of the MAINTENANCE-FREE battery is perma-
nently sealed. You will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Don’t allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin or clothing. Don’t lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water.
•Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Don’t use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 volts. Don’t allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
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CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked posi-
tive (+) and negative (-) and identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
•If a“fast charger”is used while battery is in
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables
before connecting the charger to battery. Do not
use a“fast charger”to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an Authorized Dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a system
performance check. Drive belt tension should also be
checked at this time.
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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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CAUTION!
•When installing the Integrated Power Module
cover, it is important to ensure the cover is prop-
erly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so
may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in a electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage
rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than
indicated may result in a dangerous electrical
system overload. If a properly rated fuse contin-
ues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit
that must be corrected.
The Heated Mirrors, Lower Instrument Panel Power
Outlet and Removable Floor Console, when in the frontposition are fused with self resetting fuses that are only
serviceable by an authorized dealer. The power seats are
fused by a 30 Amp circuit breaker located under the
driver’s seat. The Power Windows are fused by a 25 Amp
circuit breaker located under the instrument panel near
the steering column. If you experience temporary or
permanent loss of these systems see your authorized
dealer for service.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21
days you may want to take steps to protect your battery.
You may:
•Remove the 20 Amp mini fuse in the Integrated Power
Module labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e. vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
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•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice).
•Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE:Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for ScheduleB.
Second is Schedule“A”. It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
uleB.
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
At Each Stop for Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transmission; add as needed.
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Interlock System....................... 310
Reset Mode.......................... 311
Selection Of Lubricant................425,445
Shifting............................. 311
Special Additives...................... 427
Automatic Transmission................... 424
Adding Fluid......................... 426
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 427
Fluid Change......................... 427
Fluid Level Check...................... 426
Fluid Type........................425,445
Ball Joints............................. 412
Battery............................... 409
Gas Caution.......................... 409
Jump Starting......................... 387
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 25
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 145
Bearings.............................. 428Belts, Drive............................ 405
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 413
B-Pillar Location........................ 324
Brake Fluid............................ 445
Brake, Parking.......................... 313
Brake System........................314,421
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 315
Fluid Check.......................... 423
Hoses.............................. 422
Warning Light........................ 205
Brakes.............................314,421
Brake/Transmission Interlock............... 310
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle........ 82
Bulb Replacement....................... 438
Bulbs, Light............................ 437
Calibration, Compass..................... 159
Capacities, Fluid........................ 443
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Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 43
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) . 74
Latches
Hood............................... 141
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 342
Life of Tires............................ 335
Liftgate................................ 34
Lights..............................84,142
Airbag........................59,68,84,206
Alarm.............................. 208
Anti-Lock........................... 207
Automatic Headlights................... 145
Back-Up............................. 441
Battery Saver......................... 145
Brake Warning........................ 205
Bulb Replacement...................437,438
Center Mounted Stop................... 442
Cruise.............................. 211
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 144Door Ajar........................... 205
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 208
Fog .............................146,440
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 366
Headlight Switch...................... 143
Headlights........................... 438
Headlights On Reminder................. 145
High Beam Indicator.................... 209
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 148
Illuminated Entry....................... 16
Interior..........................143,144
License............................. 442
Liftgate Ajar.......................... 205
Lights On Reminder.................... 145
Low Fuel............................ 204
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 210
Oil Pressure.......................... 209
Park.............................143,439
Passing............................. 148
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Reading............................. 158
Rear Servicing........................ 441
Rear Tail............................ 441
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 207
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 208
Service...........................437,438
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 210
Side Marker.......................... 441
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 208
Turn Signal.....................147,439,441
Voltage............................. 207
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)..... 204
Washer Fluid......................... 209
Load Leveling System.................... 193
Loading Vehicle...................189,348,349
Capacities........................... 349
Tires ............................... 324
Locks
Door................................ 17Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 74
Lubrication, Body....................... 413
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack)................. 190
Lumbar Support........................ 122
Maintenance, Airbag...................... 68
Maintenance Free Battery.................. 409
Maintenance Procedures................... 401
Maintenance Schedule.................... 448
Schedule“A”......................... 463
Schedule“B”......................... 451
Maintenance, Sunroof..................... 175
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 210,399
Manual, Service......................... 478
Map/Reading Lights..................... 158
Mini-Trip Computer...................... 162
Mirrors................................ 90
Automatic Dimming..................... 90
Electric Remote........................ 92
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Traction Control Switch.................150,318
Trailer Towing.......................... 350
Cooling System Tips.................... 363
Hitches............................. 353
Minimum Requirements................. 358
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 356
Wiring.............................. 361
Trailer Towing Guide..................... 353
Trailer Weight.......................... 353
Transaxle............................. 309
Automatic........................... 309
Operation........................... 309
Overdrive........................... 312
Selection of Lubricant................425,445
Transmission........................... 424
Automatic........................... 424
Filter............................... 427
Fluid............................425,445
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . 25Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 167
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . 23
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)........ 20
Transporting Pets........................ 78
Tread Wear Indicators.................... 334
Trip Odometer.......................... 211
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 212
Turn Signals...................147,205,439,441
Uniform Tire Quality Grades................ 479
Universal Joints......................... 413
Universal Transmitter..................... 167
Unleaded Gasoline....................... 342
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt.............. 49
Vanity Mirrors........................... 93
Variance, Compass....................... 160
Vehicle Certification Label................. 348
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)............ 6
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