checking oil DODGE CARAVAN 2007 4.G Owners Manual

Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop.
The best time to check the engine oil level is about 5
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off or before
starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Engine Oil Dipstick
420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

•Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice). \b
•Off-road or desert operation.
•If equipped for and operating with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule B.
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.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 467
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Door Ajar Light......................... 213
Door Locks ............................. 27
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 29
Door Opener, Garage ..................... 177
Drive Belts ............................ 423
Drive Shaft Universal Joints ................ 431
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................... 326
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) ...... 259
E-85 Fuel ............................. 360
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 98
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 185
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 164
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 172
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ................. 384
Jacking ........................ 386,387,399
Jump Starting ......................... 405 Overheating
.......................... 385
Emission Control System Maintenance ......417,466
Engine ............................ 414,415
Air Cleaner .......................... 425
Air Cleaner Filter ...................... 424
Block Heater ......................... 315
Break-In Recommendations ................ 88
Checking Oil Level ..................... 420
Compartment ...................... 414,415
Coolant (Antifreeze) .................... 462
Cooling ............................. 434
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 43,356
Flooded, Starting ...................... 313
Fuel Requirements .................. 353,461
Oil ........................... 420,461,462
Oil Change Interval .................... 421
Oil Disposal .......................... 423
Oil Filler Cap ......................... 422
Oil Filter Disposal ...................... 423
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Maintenance, Airbag...................... 71
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 427
Maintenance Procedures ................... 419
Maintenance Schedule .................... 466
Light Duty Schedule “B” ................. 469
Schedule “A” ......................... 478
Schedule “B” ......................... 469
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 185
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 218,417
Manual, Service ......................... 490
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 168
Memory Seat ........................... 99
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 171
Mirrors ................................ 96
Automatic Dimming ..................... 96
Electric Remote ........................ 98
Exterior Folding ........................ 98
Heated .............................. 99
Outside .............................. 97 Rearview
............................. 96
Vanity ............................... 99
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 347
Mopar Parts ......................... 418,489
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 155
Navigation Radio ........................ 257
Navigation System ....................... 257
New Vehicle Break-In Period ................ 88
Occupant Restraints ....................... 46
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 353
Odometer ............................. 219
Oil, Engine ......................... 420,462
Capacity ............................ 461
Change Interval ....................... 421
Checking ............................ 420
Disposal ............................ 423
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