fuel DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2017 5.G User Guide

WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced
above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal
operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive
slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry
plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in death
or serious injury to the driver, occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine
control system. It also could affect fuel economy and
driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator Light
The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is
lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases,
optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned above, the display will show the indica-
tions corresponding to each tire in sequence.
IMPORTANT: Do not continue driving with one or more
flat tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the
vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. Repair im-
mediately using the dedicated tire repair kit and contact
your authorized dealership as soon as possible.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be
checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation
pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for
those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or
more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord-
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signifi-
cantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and
can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s
handling and stopping ability.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY— IF EQUIPPED
The Instrument Cluster Display features a driver-
interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster.
The Instrument Cluster Display Menu items consists of the
following:
•Fuel Economy
• Vehicle Speed
• Trip Info
• Tire Pressure •
Vehicle Info
• Messages
• Units
• System Setup (Personal Settings)
• Turn Menu Off
The system allows the driver to select information by
pushing the following buttons mounted on the steering
wheel:
Instrument Cluster Display
Instrument Cluster Display Steering Wheel Buttons
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•UP Button
Push and release the UP button to scroll upward
through the main menu items (Fuel Economy,
Vehicle Info, Tire PSI, Cruise, Messages, Units,
System Setup).
• DOWN Button
Push and release the DOWN button to scroll
downward through the main menu items.
• RIGHT Button
The RIGHT button allows access to information
in Instrument Cluster Display submenus, selects
some feature settings, and resets some Instru-
ment Cluster Display features. The Instrument
Cluster Display prompts the driver when the RIGHT
button can be used by displaying the right arrow graphic.
Once the RIGHT button has been selected for the desired
submenu list, follow the Instrument Cluster Display
prompts to properly select the desired submenu Instru-
ment Cluster Display features. •
BACK Button
Push and release the BACK button to scroll back
to a previous menu or sub-menu.
Instrument Cluster Display
The Instrument Cluster Display consists of three sections:
1. The top line where compass direction and outsidetemperature are displayed.
2. The main display area where the menus and pop up messages are displayed.
3. The reconfigurable telltales section below the odometer line.
The main display area will normally display the main
menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main menu.
The main display area also displays pop upmessages that
consist of approximately 60 possible warning or informa-
tion messages. These pop up messages fall into several
categories:
• Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of mes-
sage takes control of the main display area for five seconds
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and then returns to the previous screen. Most of the
messages of this type are then stored (as long as the
condition that activated it remains active) and can be
reviewed from theMessagesmain menu item. As long as
there is a stored message, an iwill be displayed in the
Instrument Cluster Display’s compass/outside temp line.
Examples of this message type are Right Front Turn Signal
Lamp Out andLow Tire Pressure.
• Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
condition that activated the message is cleared. Examples
of this message type are Turn Signal On(if a turn signal
is left on) and Lights On(if driver leaves the vehicle).
• Unstored Messages Until RUN
These messages deal primarily with the Remote Start
feature. This message type is displayed until the ignition is
in the RUN state. Examples of this message type are
Remote Start Aborted - Door Ajar andPress Brake Pedal
and Push Button to Start.
• Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of mes-
sage takes control of the main display area for five seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Examples of this
message type are
Memory System Unavailable - Not in
Park andAutomatic High Beams On.
The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the
white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the
middle, and red telltales on the left.
When the appropriate conditions exist, the Instrument
Cluster Display displays the following messages:
• Key In Ignition
• Ignition Or Accessory On
• Remote Start Aborted — Door Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — Hood Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — L/Gate Ajar
• Remote Start Aborted — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
• Remote Start Active — Push Start Button
• Remote Start Active — Key To Run
• Wrong Key
• Damaged Key
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Fuel Economy
Push and release theUPorDOWNarrow button
until “Fuel Economy” displays highlighted in the In-
strument Cluster Display and push the RIGHT
ar-
row button. The following Fuel Economy functions
display in the Instrument Cluster Display:
• Average Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
• Distance To Empty (mi or km)
• Current Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
Average Fuel Economy
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. The
Average Fuel Economy can be reset by following the
prompt in the Instrument Cluster Display to use the
RIGHT button. When the fuel economy is reset, the display
will read “zero” for two seconds. Then, the history infor-
mation will be erased, and the averaging will continue
from the last fuel average reading before the reset.
Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the
fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance is
determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous
and average fuel economy, according to the current fuel
tank level. DTE cannot be reset through the RIGHT
arrow button.
NOTE:Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
Average Fuel Economy Display
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When the DTE value is less than 30 miles (48 km) estimated
driving distance, the DTE display will change to a “LOW
FUEL” message. This display will continue until the ve-
hicle runs out of fuel. Adding a significant amount of fuel
to the vehicle will turn off the “LOW FUEL” message and
a new DTE value will display.
Current Fuel Economy (MPG or L/100 km)
This display shows the instantaneous MPG or L/100 km in
bar graph form while driving. This will monitor the gas
mileage in real-time as you drive and can be used to
modify driving habits in order to increase fuel economy.
Vehicle Speed
Push and release theUPorDOWNarrow button
until “Vehicle Speed” displays highlighted in the Instru-
ment Cluster Display and push the RIGHT
arrow
button. Push and release the RIGHT
arrow button to
display the current speed in mph or km/h. Pushing the
RIGHT
arrow button a second time will toggle the
unit of measure between mph or km/h.
NOTE: Changing the unit of measure in the Vehicle Speed
menu will not change the unit of measure in the Instrument
Cluster Display.
Trip Info
Push and release the UPorDOWNarrow button
until “Trip Info” is highlighted in the Instrument Cluster
Display and push the RIGHT
button. Push and
release the UP
orDOWNarrow button to high-
light one of the following functions.
Trip A
• Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last
reset.
• Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip A since the last
reset.
Trip B
•Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last
reset.
• Shows the elapsed time traveled for Trip B since the last
reset.
Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last reset
when the ignition switch is in the ACC position. Elapsed
time will increment when the ignition switch is in the ON
or START position.
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7. Front Defrost ModeAir is directed through the windshield and side
window demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with
maximum blower and temperature settings for best wind-
shield and side window defrosting.
NOTE: The air conditioning compressor may operate in
Mix and Defrost, even if the A/C button is not pushed.
This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield. To
improve fuel economy, use these modes only when neces-
sary.
8. Electronic Rear Window Defrost
Push this button to turn on the rear window de-
froster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear
window defroster is on. The rear window defroster auto-
matically turns off after approximately 10 minutes. NOTE:
•You can turn off the heated mirror feature at anytime
by pushing the rear window defroster switch a second
time.
• To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear win-
dow defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a
mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heat-
ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the win-
dow.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES .................342
▫ Automatic Transmission ..................342
▫ Normal Starting ........................342
▫ Extreme Cold Weather (Below –22°F Or 30°C) .343
▫ If The Engine Fails To Start ...............343
▫ After Starting ..........................343
 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED . . . .344
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ..............344
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ................345
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . . .346
▫ Fuel Economy (ECON) Mode ..............346
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission ...........347
▫ Gear Ranges ..........................348
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ..........353▫
Acceleration .......................... .353
▫ Traction ............................ .354
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER ..............354
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ...................354
▫ Shallow Standing Water ..................355
 POWER STEERING ..................... .356
▫ Power Steering Fluid Check ...............356
 PARKING BRAKE .......................357
 BRAKE SYSTEM ........................359
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM .....359
▫ Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) ......359
▫ Brake System Warning Light ...............359
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............360
▫ Anti-Lock Brake

Warning Light.............361
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▫Brake Assist System (BAS) ................361
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...................362
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) .............364
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...........364
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ............367
▫ Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ................368
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ..............368
▫ Tire Markings ........................ .368
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............372
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ...........373
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ............374
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION .........379
▫ Tire Pressure ..........................379
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ..................380
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation .....381
▫ Radial Ply Tires ........................381
▫ Tire Types ............................382 ▫
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ..............383
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ................383
▫ Tire Spinning ........................ .386
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ...................386
▫ Life Of Tire .......................... .387
▫ Replacement Tires ..................... .387
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .........388
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS ......389
 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY

GRADES..................390
▫ Treadwear ............................390
▫ Traction Grades ........................390
▫ Temperature Grades .....................391
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) . . .391
▫ Base System .......................... .393
▫ Premium System .......................395
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS ...................399
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