engine DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2013 5.G Owner's Manual

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities
Engine Coolant– 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR®
Antifreeze/Coolant 10–Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). 13.4 Quarts
(12.6 Liters) Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle
filled to MAX level. Add 2.9 Quarts(2.8 Liters) if
equipped with rear heater.
Engine Oil with Filter– 3.6L Engine We recommend you use API certified 5W-20
engine oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your oil filler cap for correct SAE grade. 6 Quarts (5.6 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter– 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine
Oil Filters. —
Spark Plug– 3.6L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs
(Gap 0.043 in [1.1 mm]). —
Automatic
Transmission We recommend you only use MOPAR®
ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4 fluid may affectthe function or performance of your transmission. —
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and
SAE J1703. If DOT 3 is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. —
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power
Steering Fluid +4 or MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid. —
Fuel Selection– 3.6L Engine 87 Octane20 Gallons (76 Liters)
(Approximate)
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CAUTION!
• Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technol-ogy (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may de-
crease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is
different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT)
engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a
non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an
emergency, it should be flushed with OAT coolant and replaced with the specified
OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as possible.
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not
use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible
with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator.
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not
recommended.
E-85 FLEXIBLE FUEL– (3.6L Engine Only)
• Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
CAUTION!
Only vehicles with the E-85 fuel filler door label or a yellow gas cap can operate on E-85.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled mainte-
nance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate.
This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent
short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles
(805 km).
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Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the
scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
twelve months, whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
• Check engine oil level
• Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder, power steering andtransmission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
• Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil
indicator system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
• Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped with dipstick.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals.
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000 90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000 130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000 144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000 224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, boot
seals, and replace if necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake
function. XXX X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace cabin/air conditioning filter. XXX X X XX
Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). ** X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at
10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
whichever comes first. XX
Change automatic transmission fluid and
filter(s) if using your vehicle for any of the
following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. X
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Integrated Power Module (fuses)
• The Integrated Power Module (fuses) is located in the engine compartment near thebattery. This center contains cartridge fuses, mini-fuses and relays.
Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
J1 40 Amp Green Power Folding Seat
J2 30 Amp Pink Power Liftgate Module
J3 30 Amp Pink Rear Door Module (RR Door Node)
J4 25 Amp Natural Driver Door Node
J5 25 Amp Natural Passenger Door Node
J6 40 Amp Green
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Pump/ESP
J7 30 Amp PinkAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Valve/ESP
J8 40 Amp Green Power Memory Seat (If Equipped)
J9 40 Amp Green PZEV Motor/Flex Fuel
J10 30 Amp Pink Headlamp Wash Relay/Manifold Tuning
Valve
J11 30 Amp Pink Power Sliding Door Module/Thatchum
Relay Lock Feed
J12 30 Amp Pink HVAC Rear Blower, Radiator Fan Motor
J13 60 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw (IOD) — Main
J14 40 Amp Green Rear Window Defogger
J15 40 Amp Green Front Blower
J17 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
J18 20 Amp Blue Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Trans
Range
J19 60 Amp Yellow Radiator Fan
J20 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper LO/HI
J21 20 Amp Blue Front/Rear Washer
J22 25 Amp Natural Sunroof Module
M1 15 Amp Blue Center High Mounted Stop Light
(CHMSL)/Brake Switch
M2 20 Amp Yellow Trailer Lighting, Front Fog Lamps,
Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS)
M3 20 Amp Yellow Front/Rear Axle Locker, Vacuum Pump
Motor
M4 10 Amp Red Trailer Tow
M5 25 Amp natural Inverter
M6 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #1 (ACC), Rain Sensor
M7 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #2 (BATT/ACC SELECT)
M8 20 Amp Yellow Front Heated Seat (If Equipped)
M9 20 Amp Yellow Rear Heated Seat (If Equipped)
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-Fuse Description
M3015 Amp Blue Rear Wiper Module (RR WIPER MOD),
Power Folding Mirror (PWR FOLD MIR),
J1962 Diagnostic Feed
M31 20 Amp Yellow Back-Up Lamps (B/U LAMPS)
M32 10 Amp Red Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),
TT EUROPE
M33 10 Amp Red Next Generation Controller (NGC), Global
Powertrain Engine Controller (GPEC),
TCM
M34 10 Amp Red
Park Assist (PRK ASST), Heater Ventilation,
Air Conditioning Module (HVAC MOD),
Headlamp Wash (HDLP WASH), Compass
(COMPAS), IR Sensor, Rear Camera, Lamp
Door FT Drv/Pass, Lamp Flashlight, AHLM,
Relay Diesel Cabin Heater, Rad Fan Diesel
M3510 Amp Red Heated Mirrors
M36 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #3 (BATT)
M37 10 Amp Red
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic
Stability Program (ESP), Stop Lamp Switch
(STP LP SW), Fuel Pump Rly Hi Control
M3825 Amp NaturalDoor Lock/Unlock Motors (LOCK/UNLOCK
MTRS), Liftgate Lock/Unlock Motors
TIRE PRESSURES
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and
inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
• The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE:
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for
more information regarding tire warnings
and instructions.
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CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER
P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1–800–423–6343
CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER CENTER
P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English)
Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French)
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING
• Replacement English User Guide kits or DVDs may be purchased by visiting www.tech-authority.com or by calling 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) or 1–800–387–1143 (Canada). Visa,
Master Card, American Express and Discover orders are accepted. If you prefer mailing
your order, please call the above numbers for an order form.
• For a copy of this User Guide/DVD kit in Spanish, please contact your authorized dealer.
NOTE:
• A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes).
• The Owner's Manual and User Guide electronic files are also available on the Chrysler, Jeep, Ram Truck and Dodge websites.
• Click on the “For Owners” tab, select "Owner/Service Manuals”, then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists.
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED
•To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special
TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any
hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletype-
writer (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing
1–800–380–CHRY. Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can
use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users,
dial 711 and for Voice callers, dial 1–800–855–0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service
operator.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or
emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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Adjustable Pedals.............21
Airbag...................10
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)...9
Automatic Headlights ..........24
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)...29
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ..............103
Auxiliary Audio/Video Input Jacks ....70
AxleFluid ................103
Back-UpCamera.............30
Belts, Seat .................10
Blind Spot Monitoring ...........31
BrakeFluid................103
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ..............22
BulbReplacement............113
Calibration, Compass ...........71
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ...........78
Change Oil Indicator ...........83
Changing A Flat Tire ...........85
Child Restraint ...............11
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ......12
Compass Calibration ...........71
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ..........103
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......25
Cruise Light ................25
Customer Assistance ..........114
Defects, Reporting ............115
Dimmer Control ..............24
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ........24
Disarming, Theft System ..........9
Economy(Fuel)Mode...........26
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System ....34
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ............25
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ............71,72 Emergency, In Case of
Brake Warning Light .........82
Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .....98
Jacking ..............85,89
Overheating .............84
Engine Break-In Recommendations .....22
Compartment ........... .102
Oil Selection .............103
Overheating .............84
EventDataRecorder...........99
Exterior Lights ..............113
Flash-To-Pass ...............23
Fluid Capacities .............103
Fluids ..................103
FogLights.................24
Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go) Seating ....15
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .........98
Front Heated Seats ............19
Fuel Economy Mode ............26
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .........83
Specification s............
103
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....73
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .........83
Headlights Automatic ..............24
Dimmer Switch ............24
HighBeam ..............23
HeatedMirrors ..........27,28,29
Heated Seats ...............19
Heated Steering Wheel ..........20
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ............23
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ....73
Hood Release ..............100
Instrument Cluster Indicators ...............7
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights ....6
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....23
INDEX
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Introduction................2
Inverter Outlet (115V) ...........75
Inverter,Power ..............75
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .........63
BluetoothStreamingAudio .....69
Jack Location ..............85
Jack Operation ..............85
Jump Starting ..............95
KeyFob...................8
Key Fob Programmable Features .....72
Lane Change Assist ...........22
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ............11, 12
Liftgate, Power ...............8
Lights
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)...80
TurnSignal ..............22
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) ..............6
Locks Liftgate, Tailgate ...........8
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ........78
Maintenance Record ..........108
Maintenance Schedule .........104
Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine) ............82
MemorySeat...............14
Mirrors Heated ............27,28,29
MOPAR® Accessories ..........116
Navigation Voice Prompt Volume . . .47, 56
New Vehicle Break-In Period .......22
Oil Change Indicator ...........83
Oil, Engine Capacity...............103
Outlet Power .................76
Overheating, Engine ...........84 Park Sense System, Rear
.........30
Pedals,Adjustable ............21
Placard, Tire and Loading Information. .112
Power Glass Sunroof ............32
Inverter ................75
Lift Gate ................8
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...76
Seats .................14
Steering ...............103
Preparation for Jacking .........89
Programmable Electronic Features ....72
Rain Sensitive Wiper System .......23
RearCamera...............30
RearCrossPath..............31
Rear Heated Seats ............19
Rear Park Sense System .........30
Recreational Towing ...........79
Remote Starting System ..........9
Replacement Bulbs ...........113
Reporting Safety Defects ........115
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck .......98
RoofRack(LuggageRack)........78
Schedule, Maintenance .........104
Seat Belts .................10
Seats ...................14
Adjustment ..............14
Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go) .......15
Heated ................19
Lumbar Support ...........14
Memory ................14
Power .................14
Stow `n Go (Fold in Floor) .......15
Shift Lever Override ............97
Signals, Turn ...............22
SmartBeams ...............24
SpareTire.................85
SparkPlugs...............103
Speed Control Accel/Decel .............25
Cancel ................25
Distance Setting (ACC Only) .....25
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UTILITY
• How do I know how much I can tow with my Dodge Grand Caravan? pg. 79
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 80
• How do I change a flat tire? pg. 85
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 95
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 110
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 103
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 104
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 112
FAQ (How To?)
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