door lock DODGE CARAVAN 2008 5.G Owner's Guide

Setting Memory Positions And Linking RKE
Transmitter To Memory
NOTE:Each time the SET(S) button and a numbered
button (1 or 2) are pressed, you erase the memory settings
for that button and store a new one.
1. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to
the ON position.
2. Press the driver door Memory Buttons number 1 if
you are setting the memory for driver 1, or button
number 2 if you are setting the memory for driver 2. The
system will recall any stored settings. Wait for the system
to complete the memory recall before continuing to step
3.
3. Adjust the driver's seat, recliner, and driver's side-
view mirror to the desired positions.
4. Adjust the brake and accelerator pedals to the desired
positions.5. Turn on the radio and set the radio station presets (up
to 10 AM and 10 FM stations can be set).
6. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and
remove the key.
7. Press and release the SET(S) button located on the
driver's door. A chime will sound signaling that you are
in the memory set mode.
8. Within five seconds, press and release Memory Button
1 or 2 on the driver's door. A chime will sound signaling
to you that the driver memory has been set. The next step
must be performed within five seconds if you desire to
also use a Remote Keyless Entry transmitter to recall
memory positions.
9. Press and release the LOCK button on one of the
transmitters. A chime will sound signaling to you that the
transmitter has been successfully linked to memory.
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10. Insert the ignition key and turn the ignition switch to
the ON position.
11. Select9Remote Linked to Memory9in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and enter9Ye s9or
select9No9from the EVIC and enter9Ye s9. Refer to the
Customer Programmable features in the Electronic Ve-
hicle Information Center (EVIC) section for more infor-
mation.
12. Repeat the above steps to set the next Memory
Position using the other numbered Memory Button or to
link another Remote Keyless Entry transmitter to
memory.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE:The vehicle must be in PARK to recall memory
positions. If a recall is attempted when the vehicle is not
in PARK, a message will be displayed in the Electronic
Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).To recall the memory settings for driver one, press
Memory Button 1 on the driver's door or the UNLOCK
button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter linked to
Memory Position 1.
To recall the memory setting for driver two, press
Memory Button 2 on the driver's door or the UNLOCK
button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter linked to
Memory Position 2.
A recall can be cancelled by pressing any of the memory
buttons on the driver's door during a recall (S, 1, or 2).
When a recall is cancelled, the driver's seat, driver's
mirror, and the pedals stop moving. A delay of one
second will occur before another recall can be selected.To Disable A RKE Transmitter Linked to Memory
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and
remove the key.
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2. Press and release Memory Button 1. The system will
recall any memory settings stored in position 1. Wait for
the system to complete the memory recall before continu-
ing to step 3.
3. Press and release the memory SET(S) button located
on the driver's door. A chime will sound signaling that
you are in the memory set mode.
4. Within five seconds, press and release Memory Button
1 on the driver's door. A chime will sound signaling to
you that the driver memory has been set.
5. Within five seconds, press and release the UNLOCK
button on the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. A chime
will sound signaling to you that the transmitter link has
been successfully disabled.
To disable another transmitter linked to either Memory
Position, repeat steps 1 to 5 for each transmitter.NOTE:Once programmed, all transmitters linked to
memory can be easily enabled or disabled at one time.
Refer to the Remote Linked to Memory9Customer Pro-
grammable Features9in the Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC) for more information.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the hood release lever located on the instrument
panel, below the steering column.
2. Move to the front of the vehicle and look inside the
center of the hood opening. Locate, then push the safety
catch lever to the right while raising the hood at the same
time.
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Courtesy/Interior Lighting
At the forward end of the console are two courtesy lights
(standard dome light has two buttons). The lights turn on
when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened.
If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry,
the lights will also turn on when the unlock button on the
transmitter is pressed.
The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press
in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the
vehicle. Press a second time to turn the each light off. You
may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the
outside ring which is identified with four directional
arrows.The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also
illuminated from a light in the overhead console. This
light is turned on when the headlight switch is on and
will adjust in brightness when the dimmer control is
rotated up or down.
Sunglass Storage
At the rear of the front overhead console, a compartment
is provided for the storage of two pairs of sunglasses.
Press the door latch to open the compartment. The door
will slowly rotate to an open position.
NOTE:The front overhead console used with factory
sunroof incorporates a sunroof switch.
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Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights Ð If Equipped
The overhead console had two sets of courtesy lights. The
lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the
liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with
Remote Keyless Entry, the lights will also turn on when
the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed.
The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press
in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the
vehicle. Press a second time to turn the each light off. You
may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the
outside ring which is identified with four directional
arrows.
Rear Console Halo Lighting Ð If Equipped
The rear overhead console features recessed halo lighting
around the perimeter of the console base. This feature
provides additional lighting options while traveling and
is controlled by the headlight switch. Refer to ªHalo
Lighting - If Equippedº under ªLightingº in ªUnder-
standing The Features Of Your Vehicleº in Section 3.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER Ð IF EQUIPPED
HomeLinktreplaces up to three remote controls (hand-
held transmitters) that operate devices such as garage
door openers, motorized gates, lighting, or home security
systems. The HomeLinktunit operates off your vehicle's
battery.
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Using HomeLinkt
To operate, simply press and release the programmed
HomeLinktbutton. Activation will now occur for the
trained device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator,
security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting,
etc. The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be
used at any time.
Reprogramming a Single HomelinktButton
To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained,
follow these steps:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
2. Press and hold the desired HomeLinktbutton until
the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds.Do not
release the button.
3.Without releasing the button,proceed with Program-
ming HomelinktStep 2 and follow all remaining steps.
GATE OPERATOR/CANADIAN PROGRAMMING
Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter sig-
nals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of trans-
mission ± which may not be long enough for HomeLinkt
to pick up the signal during programming. Similar to this
Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to
time-out in the same manner.
It may be helpful to unplug the device during the cycling
process to prevent possible overheating of the garage
door or gate motor.
If you are having difficulties programming a garage door
opener or a gate operator, replace ªProgramming
HomeLinktº Step 3, with the following:
3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLinktbutton
while you press and release - every two seconds
(ªcycleº) your hand-held transmitter until HomeLinkt
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WARNING!
In an accident, serious injury could result if the
removable floor console is not properly installed.
Always be sure the removable floor console is fully
latched.
STORAGE
Glove Compartments
There are both upper and lower glove compartments.
Upper Glove Compartment
To open the upper compartment (4), press inward on the
release button (3). The door will spring open about one in
(2.54 cm). Manually lift the front edge of the door
upward, until fully opened, and the detent is engaged.To close the compartment door, push firmly downward
on the door's surface to release the detent and latch the
door closed.
Glove Compartment Features
1 - Lower Compartment 3 - Upper Latch
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Lower Glove Compartment
To open the lower compartment (1) pull out on the
release handle (2). The lower compartment handle is also
equipped with a lock.
Door Trim Panel Storage
Front Door Storage
Both interior front door panels have multiple pockets for
storage.
Front Door Storage
1 - Rear Map Pocket 3 - Bottle Holder
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Sliding Side Door Bottle Holder
Both sliding doors have a bottle holder molded right into
the trim.
Second Row Floor Storage Bins Ð If Equipped
The Second Row Seat Storage Bins are located on the
floor in front of the second row seats. The area below the
floor covers can be used for storage when the second row
seat is in the upright position.
Sliding Door Bottle Holder
Storage Bin Cover Lock Release
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1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. Press and hold the compass button for approximately
two seconds.
3. Press the STEP button until ªCompass Varianceº mes-
sage and the last variance zone number displays in the
EVIC.
4. Press and release STEP button until the proper vari-
ance zone is selected according to the map.
5. Press and release the compass button to exit.
PERSONAL SETTINGS (CUSTOMER
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES)
Personal Settings allows the driver to set and recall
features when the transmission is in PARK. If the trans-
mission is out of PARK or the vehicle begins moving, a
warning messagePERSONAL SETTING NOT AVAIL-
ABLEfollowed in three seconds byVEHICLE NOT IN
PARK.Press and release the MENU button until Personal Set-
tings displays in the EVIC.
Use the Step button to display one of the following
choices:
Language
When in this display you may select one of five lan-
guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip
functions and the navigation system (if equipped). Press
the reset button while in this display to select English,
Spanish (EspaÞol), French (FranÕais), Italian (Italiano),
German (Deutsch), and Dutch (Nederlands). Then, as
you continue, the information will display in the selected
language.
Lock Doors Automatically at 15 mph (24 km/h)
When ON is selected, all doors will lock automatically
when the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 mph (24 km/h).
To make your selection, press and release the RESET
button until ON or OFF appears.
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