emergency towing DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2019 Owners Manual

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............286
 BULB REPLACEMENT ................... .287
▫ Replacement Bulbs ..................... .287
▫ Replacing Exterior Bulbs ..................288
 FUSES ............................... .290
▫ General Information .................... .291
▫ Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ......292
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ...........297
▫ Jack Location ........................ .298
▫ Spare Tire Tools ....................... .298
▫ To Access Spare Tire Winch Drive Nut ........299
▫ Spare Tire Removal .................... .301
▫ Spare Tire Removal Instructions .............301
▫ Preparations For Jacking .................303▫
Jacking Instructions .................... .303
▫ Securing The Compact Spare Tire ...........310
▫ Road Tire Installation ....................311
 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..........313
 JUMP STARTING ....................... .324
▫ Preparations For Jump Start ...............325
▫ Jump Starting Procedure ..................326
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .............327
 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE ..............328
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............329
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............330
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .............................. .331
 EVENT

DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............332
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing ConditionWheels OFF The Ground ALL MODELS
Flat Tow NONEIf transmission is operable:
•Transmission in NEUTRAL
• 25 mph (40 km/h) maxspeed
• 15 miles (24 km) maxdistanceWheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Rear
Front OK
Flatbed ALLBEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man-
datory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main
structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or
associated brackets. State and local laws regarding vehicles
under tow must be observed. If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode, not the ACC mode.
If the key fob is unavailable or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, refer to
Gear Selector Override in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
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CAUTION!
•Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
• Do not push or tow this vehicle with another vehicle
as damage to the bumper fascia and transmission
may result.
The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with
all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. If flatbed
equipment is not available, and the transmission is oper-
able, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all four wheels on
the ground) under the following conditions:
• The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
• The towing distance must not exceed 15 miles (24 km).
• The towing speed must not exceed 25 mph (40 km/h). If the transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), it must be towed with the front wheels
OFF the ground (using a flatbed truck, or wheel lift
equipment with the front wheels raised).
CAUTION!
Towing faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km) with front wheels on the ground can
cause severe transmission damage. Damage from im-
proper towing is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident
Response System.
Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”
for further information on the Enhanced Accident Re-
sponse System (EARS) function.
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Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the origi-
nal equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not
be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original
equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended
safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation
pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and
traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit stud-
ded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before
using these tire types.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead
of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a
compact or limited use temporary spare installed.
Damage to the vehicle may result.
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in “Starting
And Operating” for restrictions when towing with a spare
tire designated for temporary emergency use.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And
Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel
equivalent in look and function to the original equipment
tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your
vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for
your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, refer to an
authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire rotation
pattern.
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Cupholders...........................113,385
Customer Assistance ....................... .466
Cybersecurity ............................ .403
Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ...............66
Daytime Running Lights ................... .61, 62
Dealer Service ............................ .341
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .235
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ....................67
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................153
Dimmer Switch Headlight ........................... .61, 62
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ................... .357
Oil (Engine) ........................... .340
Power Steering ......................... .254
Disabled Vehicle Towing .................... .330
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................353
Door Ajar ............................ .146, 147
Door Ajar Light ....................... .146, 147
Door Locks Automatic ..............................29
Doors ....................................27
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt .................... .32, 33Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .283
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System) .........411
E-85 Fuel ............................... .394
Economy (Fuel) Mode ...................... .247
Electrical Power Outlets ......................115
Electric Brake Control System ..................159
Anti-Lock Brake System ................... .158
Traction Control System ................... .163
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................59
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........255
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............163
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light .........146
Emergency, In Case Of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .................329
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................286
Jacking ........................ .297,
303, 357
Jump Starting .......................... .324
Emission Control System Maintenance ............154
Engine ................................. .339
Air Cleaner ............................ .344
Block Heater ........................... .242
Break-In Recommendations .................242
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