window DODGE CARAVAN 2007 4.G Owners Manual

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual containsWARNINGSagainst operating
procedures, which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also contains CAUTIONSagainst procedures,
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual, you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears on the Auto-
mobile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window
on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title. NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN.
VIN Location
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▫To Disarm The System ...................19
▫ Security System Manual Override ...........19

Illuminated Entry System — If Equipped .......20

Remote Keyless Entry — If Equipped .........20
▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........22
▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ............22
▫ Using The Panic Alarm ..................23
▫ To Program Transmitters .................23
▫ General Information ....................25
▫ Transmitter Battery Service ...............26

Door Locks ............................27
▫ Manual Door Locks .....................27
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........28

Windows .............................31
▫ Manual Rear Vent Windows ...............31
▫ Power Vent Windows — If Equipped ........32
▫ Power Windows — If Equipped ............32

Sliding Side Door ........................34
▫ Sliding Door Open Flash .................35
▫ Power Sliding Door — If Equipped .........35
▫ Child Protection Door Lock ...............38

Liftgate ...............................40
▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped .............41

Seat Storage Bin Safety Warning .............44
▫ Storage Bin Cover Emergency Release ........44
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NOTE:The power window switches, radio, power
outlets, and removable console (if equipped), will remain
active for up to 45 seconds after the ignition switch has
been turned off. Opening a vehicle front door will cancel
this feature.
WARNING!
NEVER leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in
the ignition. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove key from the ignition and lock all doors
when leaving the vehicle unattended.Ignition Key Position
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5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver’s door lock switch
in the UNLOCK direction.
6. A single chime will sound to indicate the feature has
been changed.
7. Repeat the above steps to alternate the availability of
this feature.
8. If a chime is not heard, program mode was canceled
before the feature could be changed. If necessary repeat
the above procedure.
The Auto Unlock On Exit feature can be enabled or
disabled by performing the procedure in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), Customer Program-
mable Features section on vehicles so equipped. NOTE:
Use the Auto Door Locks and Auto Unlock
features in accordance with local laws.
WINDOWS
Manual Rear Vent Windows
A lever at the rear of each window releases the window
so that it can be pushed out for ventilation.
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Power Vent Windows — If Equipped
Switches on the driver’s door trim panel let the driver
operate the two vent windows from the front seat.
Power Windows — If Equipped
You can control either front window using switches on
the driver’s door trim panel. There is a single switch on
the passenger’s door trim panel which operates the
passenger door window. The switches will operate only
when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACCESSORY
position.
Power Vent Window Switches
Power Window Switches
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Auto Down Feature — If Equipped
The driver’s window switch has an auto down feature.
Press the window switch past the detent, release, and the
window will go down automatically.
To open the window part way, press the window switch
part way and release it when you want the window to
stop.
The power window switches remain active for up to 45
seconds after the ignition switch has been turned off.
Opening a vehicle front door will cancel this feature.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting.
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•The power liftgate must be in the full open or close
positions for any of the buttons to operate. If the
liftgate is not in the full open or close positions it must
be opened or closed manually.
•If the liftgate release button is activated while the
power liftgate is closing, the liftgate will reverse to the
full open position.
•The power liftgate buttons will not operate if the
vehicle is in gear or the vehicle speed is above 0 mph
(0 km/h).
•The power liftgate will not operate in temperatures
below
12°F(
24° C) or temperatures above 143° F
(62° C). Be sure to remove any build-up of snow or ice
from the liftgate before pressing any of the power
liftgate buttons.
•If the power liftgate encounters multiple obstructions
within the same cycle, the system will automatically
stop and must be opened or closed manually.
WARNING!
•Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison-
ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your
passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep
the liftgate closed when you are operating the
vehicle.
•If you are required to drive with the liftgate open,
make sure that all windows are closed, and the
climate control blower switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
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Push the strap into the latch mechanism until it engages
around the latch post.
NOTE: Do not use the storage bin emergency release to
lift the storage bin cover. The strap is intended for
emergency release only.OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS
Some of the most important safety features in your
vehicle are the restraint systems. These include the front
and rear seat belts for the driver and all passengers, front
airbags for both the driver and front passenger, driver
inflatable knee blocker and if equipped, window bags for
the driver and passengers seated next to a window. If you
will be carrying children too small for adult-size seat
belts, your seat belts or the LATCH feature (Lower
Anchors and Tether for CHildren) also, can be used to
hold infant and child restraint systems.
NOTE: The front airbags have a multi stage inflator
design. This allows the airbag to have different rates of
inflation that are based on collision severity.
Please pay close attention to the information in this
section. It tells you how to use your restraint system
properly to keep you and your passengers as safe as
possible.
Reinstall Cover Strap
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The front airbags have a multi stage inflator design. This
may allow the airbag to have different rates of inflation
that are based on collision severity and occupant size.
Also, the front passenger airbag is certified to the Federal
regulations that define Occupant Classification (Refer to
“Occupant Classification System” in this section).
This vehicle may also be equipped with a driver inflat-
able knee blocker located on the instrument panel below
the steering column.
This vehicle may also be equipped with window bags to
protect the driver, front, and rear passengers sitting next
to a window. If the vehicle is equipped with window
bags, they are located above the side windows. Their
covers are also labeled SRS AIRBAG. NOTE:
Airbag covers may not be obvious in the interior
trim; but they will open to allow airbag deployment.
Window Bags
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WARNING!
•Do not put anything on or around the airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You
may damage the airbags and you could be in-
jured because the airbags are not there to protect
you. These protective covers for the airbag cush-
ions are designed to open only when the airbags
are inflating.
•If your vehicle is equipped with window bags,
do not stack luggage or other cargo up high
enough to block the location of the window bag.
The area where the window bag is located
should remain free from any obstructions.
•If your vehicle is equipped with window bags,
do not have any accessory items installed which
will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to
your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require
permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for in-
stallation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into
the roof of the vehicle for any reason.
NOTE: Do not use a clothing bar mounted to the coat
hooks in this vehicle. A clothing bar will impede the
proper performance of the window bags.
Front airbags, along with the seat belts and front seat belt
buckle pretensioners, work with the instrument panel
knee bolsters to provide improved protection for the
driver and front passenger. Window bags also work with
seat belts to improve occupant protection.
The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types
of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to
severe frontal collisions.
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