DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2006 Owners Manual

To set the variance: Turn the ignition switch ON and set
the display to Comp/Temp. On vehicles equipped with a
Compass/Mini Trip Computer press the RESET button
for approximately 5 seconds. On vehicles equipped with
Compass/Temp press and hold the C/T and US/M
buttons for 5 seconds. The “ VA R ” symbol will light and
the last variance zone number will be displayed. Press
the STEP button on vehicles equipped with a Compass/
Mini Trip Computer or the US/M button on vehicles
equipped with Compass/Temp to select the proper vari-
ance zone as shown in the map. Press the RESET button
on vehicles equipped with a Compass/Mini Trip Com-
puter or the C/T button on vehicles equipped with
Compass/Temp to set the new variance zone and resume
normal operation. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 161
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Mini-Trip Computer
This displays information on the following:
• Average Fuel Economy (ECO AVG)
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
• Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be travelled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined using the MPG for the last few minutes.
• Trip Odometer (ODO)
Shows the distance travelled since the last reset.
• Elapsed Time (ET)
Shows the accumulated ignition ON time since the last
reset.
• Off Mode
Shows a blank display. • Step Button
Push this button to cycle through all the Compass/Mini-
trip Computer displays.
• US/M Button
Press this button to convert the display from U.S. to
metric.
To Reset The Display
Pressing the Reset button once will clear the resettable
function currently being displayed. Resettable functions
are average fuel economy, trip odometer and elapsed
time. Pressing the reset button twice within four seconds
will clear all resettable functions. Reset will only occur if
a resettable function is currently being displayed.162 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If
Equipped
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center, when the
appropriate conditions exist, displays the following
WARNING messages and symbols. Each message is
accompanied by a single chime:
• TURN SIGNALS ON (with graphic)
• PERFORM SERVICE
• DOOR AJAR (one or more, with graphic)
• LIFTGATE AJAR (with graphic)
• WASHER FLUID LOW (with graphic)
• 1,2,3 OR 4 LOW TIRE(S) PRESSURE (Refer to ” Ti re
Pressure Monitor System ” in the “ Starting And Oper-
ating, Tire Section ” ) • CHECK TPM SYSTEM (Refer to ” Tire Pressure Moni-
tor System ” in the “ Starting And Operating, Tire
Section ” )
• MEMORY SEAT DISABLED (Not in Park) — If
Equipped
• ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/CRUISE EN-
GAGED
• ADJUSTABLE PEDAL DISABLED/VEHICLE IN RE-
VERSE
• REAR PARK ASSIST (Shown in Reverse only with a
single chime) — If Equipped
NOTE: Tire pressure menu items are available only on
vehicles equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitor Sys-
tem. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 163
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Customer Programmable Features — If Equipped
Press the “ MENU ” button until one of the display choices
following appears:
Language
When in this display you may select one of five lan-
guages for all display nomenclature, including the trip
computer functions. Press the “ STEP ” button while in
this display selects English, Francaise, Deutsch, Italiano,
or Espanol. As you continue the displayed information
will be shown in the selected language.
Rear Park Assist — If Equipped
When this feature is selected the system scans for objects
behind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rear
bumper. Objects can be detected from up to 71 inches
(180 cm). Pressing the “ STEP ” button while in this
display will disable/enable the Rear Park Assist System. US or Metric
Pressing the “ STEP ” button when in this display selects
US or Metric. The overhead console and climate control
displays will be in the selected units.
Service Interval
When this feature is selected a service interval between
2,000 miles (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (9 600 km) in 500
mile (800 km) increments may be selected. Pressing the
“ STEP ” button when in this display will select distances
between 2,000 miles (3 200 km) and 6,000 miles (9 600
km) in 500 mile (800 km) increments.
Reset Service Distance (Displays Only if Service
Interval was Changed)
When this feature is selected the current accumulated
service distance can be reset to the newly selected service
interval. Pressing the “ STEP ” button when in this display
will select “ Ye s ” or “ No. ”164 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Use Factory Settings
If “ Ye s ” is selected, all of the customer programmable
features will be set to the factory default and not dis-
played. If “ No ” is selected you can program the Vehicle
Information Center to your own personal preferences.
Auto Door Locks
When this feature is selected, all doors and the liftgate
lock automatically when the speed of the vehicle reaches
18 mph (29 km/h). Pressing the “ STEP ” button when in
this display will select “ Ye s ” or “ No. ”
Auto Unlock On Exit (Available Only When the
AUTO DOOR LOCKS Feature is Turned On)
When this feature is selected all the vehicle ’ s doors will
unlock whenever any door is opened if the vehicle is
stopped and the transmission is in “ P ” (Park) or “ N ”
(Neutral) position. Pressing the “ STEP ” button when in
this display will select “ Ye s ” or “ No. ” Remote Unlock Driver ’ s Door 1st
When this feature is selected only the driver ’ s door will
unlock on the first press of the remote keyless entry
unlock button and require a second press to unlock the
remaining locked doors and liftgate. When “ REMOTE
UNLOCK ALL DOORS ” is selected all of the doors and
the liftgate will unlock at the first press of the remote
keyless entry unlock button. Pressing the “ STEP ” button
when in this display will select “ DRIVER ’ S DOOR 1ST ”
or “ ALL DOORS ” .
Remote Linked To Memory (Available with
Memory Seat and Pedals Only)
When this feature is selected, pressing the Unlock button
on any Remote Keyless Entry transmitter already linked
to memory will return the driver ’ s seat, driver ’ s outside
mirror, adjustable brake and accelerator pedals, and
radio station presets to their memory set positions. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 165
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If this feature is not selected, the driver ’ s seat, driver ’ s
mirror, adjustable pedals, and radio settings can only
return to their memory set positions using the memory
recall buttons (1or 2) on the driver ’ s door panel.
Any transmitter linked to memory will remain linked,
but will not recall the memory positions. The transmitter
memory recall function will operate again when this
feature is selected. Refer to Driver Memory System for
more information. Pressing the  STEP  button when in
this mode will select between  Ye s  or  No  .
Sound Horn On Lock
When this feature is selected a short horn sound will
occur when the remote keyless entry “ Lock ” button is
pressed. This feature may be selected with or without the
flash lights on LOCK/UNLOCK feature. Pressing the
“ STEP ” button when in this display will select “ Ye s ” or
“ No. ” Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock?
When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn
signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked
using the remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature
may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock
feature selected. Pressing the “ STEP ” button when in this
display will select “ Ye s ” or “ No. ”
Sliding Door Open Flash?
When this feature is selected, and the sliding door(s) are
opened, the left and right exterior hazard lights will flash
for 12 seconds to alert other drivers in the area that
passenger(s) could be entering or exiting the vehicle.
Pressing the  STEP  button when in this display will
select “ Ye s ” or “ No. ”166 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Headlamp Delay
When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when
exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for
30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pressing the
“ STEP ” button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90,
or “ OFF. ”
Headlamp On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is selected and the headlight switch
has been moved to the “ AUTO ” position, the engine is
running and, the front wipers are turned on for 10
seconds, the headlights will turn ON. The display will
remain on Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) for ease of
viewing. Pressing the “ STEP ” button when in this display
will select “ Ye s ” or “ No. ”
Power Accessory Delay
When this feature is selected, accessory power will be
supplied for up to 45 seconds for the power windows, radio, power vent windows, power outlets, and remov-
able center console, when the ignition switch is turned off
or until the key is removed and either front door is
opened.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
The HomeLink  Universal Transceiver replaces up to
three remote controls (hand held transmitters) that oper-
ate devices such as garage door openers, motorized
gates, or home lighting. It triggers these devices at the
push of a button. The Universal Transceiver operates off
your vehicle ’ s battery and charging system; no batteries
are needed.
For additional information on HomeLink  , call 1 – 800 –
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WARNING!A moving garage door can cause injury to people and
pets in the path of the door. People or pets could be
seriously or fatally injured. Only use this transceiver
with a garage door opener that has a “ stop and
reverse ” feature as required by federal safety stan-
dards. This includes most garage door opener mod-
els manufactured after 1982. Do not use a garage
door opener without these safety features it could
cause injury or death. Call toll-free 1 – 800 – 355 – 3515
or, on the Internet at www.homelink.com for safety
information or assistance. WARNING!Vehicle exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a danger-
ous gas. Do not run the vehicle ’ s exhaust while
training the transceiver. Exhaust gas can cause seri-
ous injury or death.
WARNING!Your motorized door or gate will open and close
while you are training the Universal Transceiver. Do
not train the transceiver if people or pets are in the
path of the door or gate. A moving door or gate can
cause serious injury or death to people and pets or
damage to objects.168 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Programming HomeLink
NOTE: When programming a garage door opener, it is
advised to park outside the garage. Some vehicles may
require the ignition switch to be turned to the second (or
 accessories  ) position for programming and/or opera-
tion of HomeLink. It is also recommended that a new
battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the
device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker
training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency
signal.
1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons, and
release only when the indicator light begins to flash (after
20 seconds). Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30
seconds and do not repeat step one to program a second
and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining two
HomeLink buttons. 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1-3
inches (3-8 cm) away from the HomeLink buttons while
keeping the indicator light in view. HomeLink ButtonsUNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 169
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3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink
button that you want to train and the hand-held trans-
mitter buttons. Do not release the buttons until step 4
has been completed.
NOTE: Some gate operators and garage door openers
may require you to replace this Programming Step 3 with
procedures noted in the  Gate Operator/Canadian Pro-
gramming  section.
4. The HomeLink indicator light will flash slowly and
then rapidly after HomeLink successfully receives the
frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release
both buttons after the indicator light changes from the
slow to the rapid flash.
5. Press and hold the just trained HomeLink button and
observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on
constantly, programming is complete and your device
should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed
and released. NOTE: To program the remaining two HomeLink but-
tons, begin with  Programming  step two. Do not repeat
step one.
If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and
then turns to a constant light, continue with  Program-
ming  step s6-8 to complete the programming of a
rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage
door opener).
6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit)
in the garage, locate the  learn  or  smart  button. This
can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is
attached to the motor-head unit.
7. Firmly press and release the  learn  or  smart  button.
(The name and color of the button may vary by manu-
facturer.)
NOTE: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step
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