DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2010 5.G Owners Manual

Grand Caravan
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TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTIONPAGE
1INTRODUCTION............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE..............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE............................ 105
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL.................................. 219
5STARTING AND OPERATING................................................317
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES............................................. 405
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE..............................................429
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES.................................................481
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE........................................ 499
10INDEX...................................................................509
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
Introduction ........................... 4
 How To Use This Manual .................. 4
 Warnings And Cautions ................... 6 
Vehicle Identification Number .............. 6
 Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ............ 7
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new Chrysler Group
LLC vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision
workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all
essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet,
located on the DVD, and various customer-oriented
documents. Please take the time to read these publica-
tions carefully. Following the instructions and recom-
mendations in this manual will help assure safe and
enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient referencing and remain
with the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will
be aware of all safety warnings.When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine MOPAR
parts, and cares about
your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owner’s Manual containsWARNINGSagainst op-
erating procedures that could result in an accident or
bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONSagainst proce-
dures that 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 or alter the VIN.
Vehicle Identification Number
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VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or
death.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A Word About Your Keys ................. 12
▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............ 12
 Sentry Key .......................... 14
▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 15
 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 16
▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 17
 Illuminated Entry — If Equipped ........... 18
 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped . . . 19
▫ Using The RKE Transmitter .............. 20
Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 27
▫ How To Use Remote Start ............... 27
 Door Locks ........................... 30
▫ Manual Door Locks ................... 30
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ......... 32
 Windows ............................ 36
▫ Power Vent Windows — If Equipped ....... 36
▫ Power Windows ...................... 36
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