open hood DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2016 5.G Owners Manual

To Enter The Vehicle After Remote Start
To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a
Remote Start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the
UNLOCK button on the transmitter. After the vehicle is
unlocked, you can enter the vehicle, insert the Key Fob
into the ignition switch, and turn it to the ON/RUN
position. Otherwise, the engine will shut off at the end of
15-minute cycle.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, push and release
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle,
insert the Key Fob into the ignition switch and turn the
switch to the ON/RUN position.NOTE:
•
The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position
in order to drive the vehicle.
• The message “Remote Start Active — Key To Run” will
display in the EVIC until you insert and turn the key to
ON/RUN position. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC) in Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information.Cancel Remote Start
Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following
occur:
• The engine stalls or engine speed exceeds 2500 rpm.
• Any engine warning lights come on.
• Low Fuel Light turns on.
• The hood is opened.
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33

▫Memory Position Recall .................218
▫ Easy Entry/Exit Seat (Available With Memory
Seat Only) .......................... .219
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........220
 LIGHTS ............................ .222
▫ Headlight Switch ..................... .222
▫ Automatic Headlights — If Equipped .......223
▫ Headlights On With Wipers — If Equipped . . .223
▫ Headlight Delay — If Equipped ...........223
▫ Lights-On Reminder ...................224
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .....224
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped ...........225
▫ Dimmer Controls .....................225 ▫
Multifunction Lever ....................227
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .228
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................228
▫ High/Low Beam Switch ................228
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... .229
▫ Battery Protection .....................229
 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHERS .......229
▫ Intermittent Wiper System ...............230
▫ Windshield Wiper Operation .............230
▫ Windshield Washers ....................231
▫ Mist Feature ........................ .231
▫ Rear Wiper And Washer .................231
▫ Rain Sensing Wipers — If Equipped ........231
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127

•The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature is disabled when the
driver seat position is less than 0.9 inches (22.7 mm)
forward of the rear stop. At this position, there is no
benefit to the driver by moving the seat for Easy Exit
or Easy Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have an associated Easy
Entry and Easy Exit Position.
NOTE: The Easy Entry/Easy Exit feature can be enabled
or disabled through the programmable features in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). If your
vehicle is not equipped with an EVIC, your dealership
can activate/deactivate this feature for you. For further
information refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen-
ter (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”.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.
Hood Release Lever
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2. Move to the front of the vehicle and look inside thecenter of the hood opening. Locate, then push the
safety catch downward while raising the hood at the
same time.
Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open
position.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi-
mately 6 inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should
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Safety Lever Location
Hood Prop Rod
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CAUTION!(Continued)
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel. The switch controls the operation of
the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights,
interior lights and the fog lights. Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first detent
for parking light and instrument panel light operation.
Rotate the headlight switch to the second detent for
headlight, parking light and instrument panel operation.
Headlight Switch With Halo Control
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CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could damage
your vehicle. If temperature gauge reads “H”, pull
over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back
into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the
“H”, turn the engine off immediately, and call for
service.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED
Small punctures up to 1/4 inch (6 mm) in the tire tread
can be sealed with Tire Service Kit. Foreign objects (e.g.,
screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. Tire
Service Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to
approximately -4°F (-20°C).
This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you
to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a
maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).
568 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

WARNING!
•Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when-
ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the
ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent
electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your
skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is
flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or
sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electri- cal accessories. 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park
the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the
parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump-Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
602 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not
radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few
seconds to flush out any residual water.
The washer fluid reservoir will hold a full gallon of fluid
when the Low Washer Fluid Light illuminates.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
After the engine has warmed, operate the defroster for a
few minutes to reduce the possibility of smearing or
freezing the fluid on the cold windshield. MOPAR All
Weather Windshield Washer Solution or equivalent, used with water as directed on the container, aids cleaning
action, reduces the freezing point to avoid line clogging,
and is not harmful to paint or trim.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•
When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at anytime the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator is hot.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 629

Passing............................. .229
Replacing ............................ .657
Time Delay ........................... .223
Washers ............................. .223
Head Restraints ......................... .193
Heated Mirrors .......................... .134
Heater ................................ .440
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .468
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . .228
Hill Start Assist .......................... .492
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .551
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............254
Hood Release ........................... .220
Hook, Coat ............................. .282
Ignition .................................13
Key .............................. .12, 13
Ignition Key Removal .......................13 Illuminated Entry
..........................19
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................15
Information Center, Vehicle ..................339
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................131
Instrument Cluster ..................304, 322, 335
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............303
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............645
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ..............647
Interior Appearance Care ....................643
Interior Lights .......................... .225
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............230
Introduction ..............................4
iPod/USB/MP3 Control Bluetooth Streaming Audio .............181, 390
Jack Location ........................... .582
Jack Operation .......................... .581
Jump Starting ........................... .600
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