2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN catalytic converter

WARNING!The air cleaner can provide a measure of protection
in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air
cleaner unless such removal is necessary for repair or
maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the
engine compartment before starting the vehicle with
the air cleaner removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Fuel Filter
A plugged fuel filter can cause stalling, limit the speed at
which a vehicle can be driven or cause hard starting.
Should an excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the
fuel tank, filter replacement may be necessary. Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter requires the use of unleaded fuel
only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the
catalyst as an emission control device.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309
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CAUTION!Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. In
the event of engine malfunction, particularly involv-
ing engine misfire or other apparent loss of perfor-
mance, have your vehicle serviced promptly. Contin-
ued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and the
vehicle.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you. WARNING!A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, the
vehicle should be stopped, the engine shut off and the
vehicle allowed to cool. Thereafter, service, including a
tune-up to manufacturer's specifications, should be ob-
tained immediately.310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier ....................... 139
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 197
Cassette Tape Player ..................... 161
Catalytic Converter ...................... 309
CD Changer ...................... 170,182,187
CD Player ............... 167,171,174,178,180,187
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 343
Center Lap Belts ......................... 47
Chains, Tire ............................ 263
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 282
Child Restraint .......................... 58
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 62
Child Safety Locks ........................ 32
Child Seat ............................ 58,64
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 266
Climate Control ......................... 199
Clock ................................ 159
Compact Disc Maintenance ................. 198 Compact Disc Player .................. 161,167
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 255
Compass .............................. 111
Compass Calibration ..................... 112
Compass Variance ....................... 112
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 114
Console, Overhead ....................... 110
Console, Removable ...................... 132
Contract, Service ........................ 374
Coolant Pressure Cap ..................... 320
Cooling System ......................... 318
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 320
Coolant Capacity ...................... 343
Coolant Level ......................... 321
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 321
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 319
Inspection ........................... 318
Points to Remember .................... 321
Pressure Cap ......................... 320384 INDEX