wheel DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2007 Workshop Manual

WARNING!Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam-
age or failure. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster
than 35 mph (55 km/h) when you are stuck. And
don’t let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter
what the speed.
CAUTION!Racing the engine or spinning the wheels too fast
may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It
can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels
above 35 mph (55 km/h). TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
With Ignition Key
Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi-
tions: The gear selector must be in NEUTRAL, the
distance to be traveled must not exceed 100 miles (160
km), and the towing speed must not exceed 44 mph (72
km/h). Exceeding these towing limits may cause a trans-
mission geartrain failure. If the transmission is not op-
erative, or if the vehicle is to be towed more than 100
miles (160 km), the vehicle must be towed with the front
wheels off the ground.408 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

CAUTION!• Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front
with sling type towing equipment. Damage to the
front fascia will result.
• Always use wheel lift equipment when towing
from the front. The only other approved method
of towing is with a flat bed truck.
• Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. Damage to
the rear sheet metal, liftgate and fascia will occur.
• Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result.
• If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the
ignition switch must be in the OFF position, not
in the LOCK or ACCESSORY positions. If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed
(wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON
position, not the ACCESSORY position. Make certain the
transmission remains in NEUTRAL.
Without The Ignition Key
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the LOCK position. The only ap-
proved method of towing with out the ignition key is
with a flat bed truck. Proper towing equipment is neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehicle. WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 409
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TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER
VEHICLE (Flat towing with all four wheels on the
ground)
Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission, is only permitted within the limitations
described in this section. TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER
VEHICLE WITH A TOW DOLLY
The manufacturer does not recommend that you tow a
front wheel drive vehicle on a tow dolly. Vehicle damage
may occur.410 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

▫ Front Suspension Ball Joints ..............430
▫ Steering Shaft Seal ....................431
▫ Steering Linkage ......................431
▫ Drive Shaft Universal Joints ..............431
▫ Body Lubrication .....................431
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ................432
▫ Windshield And Rear Window Washers .....432
▫ Exhaust System ......................433
▫ Cooling System .......................434
▫ Hoses And Vacuum/Vapor Harnesses .......439
▫ Brakes .............................439
▫ Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check . . 441
▫ Fuel System Hoses ....................442 ▫ Automatic Transmission ................442
▫ Front And Rear Wheel Bearings ...........446
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion ...........................446
▫ Cleaning The Instrument Panel And Underseat
Cup Holders ........................450

Fuses — Integrated Power Module ..........452

Vehicle Storage ........................455

Replacement Light Bulbs .................455

Bulb Replacement ......................456
▫ Headlights ..........................456
▫ Front Park/Turn Signal And Sidemarker
Lights .............................458
▫ Fog Lights ..........................459412 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Front And Rear Wheel Bearings
Front and rear wheel bearings are permanently sealed.
No regular maintenance is required for these compo-
nents.
Appearance Care and Protection from Corrosion
Protection of Body and Paint from Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice, and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons, are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection. The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
• Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
• Stone and gravel impact.
• Insects, tree sap and tar.
• Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
• Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.446 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

• If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or
similar cause which destroys the paint and protective
coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos-
sible. The cost of such repairs is considered the respon-
sibility of the owner.
• If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use Mopar touch up paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your dealer has touch up paint to match the
color of your vehicle.
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with a
mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use Mopar 
Wheel Cleaner (05066247AB) or equivalent or select a
nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner. Do not use scouring
pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Only
Mopar  or equivalent is recommended. Do not use oven
cleaner. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic
solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheels’
protective finish.
Interior Care
Use Mopar Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Interior Trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth, a damp cloth with Mopar Total Clean, then Mopar
Spot & Stain Remover if absolutely necessary. Do not use
harsh cleaners or Armorall. Use Mopar Total Clean to
clean vinyl upholstery
Mopar Total Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.448 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

may depart significantly from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics. Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A repre-
sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law.492 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

Oil (Engine) .......................... 422
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 436
Car Washes ............................ 447
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................. 356
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier ....................... 199
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 198
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 276
Cassette Tape Player ..................... 222
Catalytic Converter ...................... 425
Caution, Exhaust Gas .............. 43,89,356,433
CD (Compact Disc) Changer ....... 231,238,255,259
CD (Compact Disc)
Player ............ 228,232,237,243,246,251,253,259
CD (Compact Disc) Player Maintenance ........ 277
Cellular Phone ....................... 100,274
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 460
Center Lap Belts ......................... 53
Chains, Tire ............................ 345 Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 386
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 328
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light) ............................. 218,417
Child Restraint ...................... 75,76,77
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 79
Child Safety Locks ........................ 38
Child Seat ............................ 74,82
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 354
Cleaning
Wheels ............................. 448
Climate Control ......................... 278
Clock ............................. 220,258
Coat Hook ............................ 198
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 277
Compact Disc (CD) Player ............... 222,228
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 340
Compass .............................. 168
Compass Calibration ..................... 169498 INDEX

Headlights On Reminder ................. 153
High Beam Indicator .................... 217
High Beam/Low Beam Select ............. 156
Illuminated Entry ....................... 20
Interior .......................... 151,152
License ............................. 461
Liftgate Ajar .......................... 212
Lights On Reminder .................... 153
Low Fuel ............................ 212
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........ 218
Oil Pressure .......................... 217
Park ............................. 151,458
Passing ............................. 156
Reading ............................. 168
Rear Servicing ........................ 459
Rear Tail ............................ 459
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 215
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) .............. 216
Service ........................... 455,456 Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 218
Side Marker .......................... 459
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 216
Turn Signal ..................... 155,458,459
Voltage ............................. 215
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 211
Washer Fluid ......................... 217
Load Leveling System .................... 201
Loading Vehicle ................... 198,363,366
Capacities ........................... 366
Tires ............................... 332
Locks
Door ................................ 27
Steering Wheel ......................... 14
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 79
Lubrication, Body ....................... 431
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ................. 199
Lumbar Support ........................ 128 INDEX 505
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Wheel Lock ........................... 14
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls .............................. 275
Storage ............................ 190,455
Storage Bin ............................ 190
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 300,455
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 455
Stow  n Go (Fold in Floor) Seats ............. 129
Sun Roof .............................. 183
Sun Visor Extension ....................... 99
Sunglasses Storage ....................... 168
Sunroof Maintenance ..................... 185
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 57
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 423
System, Navigation ...................... 257
Tachometer ............................ 215
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 289
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ....... 216,385 Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 79
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 158
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 332
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 330
Tire Markings .......................... 327
Tire Safety Information .................... 327
Tires ............................ 90,336,491
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 343
Air Pressure .......................... 336
Alignment ........................... 344
Chains .............................. 345
Changing ............................ 386
Compact Spare ........................ 340
Flat Changing ........................ 395
General Information .................... 336
High Speed .......................... 339
Inflation Pressures ..................... 337
Jacking ........................ 386,387,399
Life of Tires .......................... 343 INDEX 511
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