2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN check light

Insure nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collapsed.
Inspect all hose connections such as clamps and cou-
plings to make sure they are secure and no leaks are
present.
NOTE: Often, fluid such as oil, power steering fluid,
and brake fluid are used during assembly plant opera-
tions to facilitate the assembly of hoses to couplings.
Therefore, oil wetness at the hose-coupling area is not
necessarily an indication of leakage. Actual dripping of
hot fluid when systems are under pressure (during
vehicle operation), should be noted before hose is re-
placed based on leakage.
NOTE: Inspection of brake hoses should be performed
whenever the brake system is serviced and every engine
oil change. Inspect hydraulic brake hoses for surface
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots. If there is any evidence
of cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, the hose should be replaced immediately! Eventual deterioration of the hose
can take place resulting in a possibility of a burst failure.
WARNING!Worn brake hoses can burst and cause brake failure.
You could have an accident. If you see any signs of
cracking, scuffing, or worn spots, have the brake
hoses replaced immediately.
Master Cylinder Ð ABS Brakes Brake Fluid Level
Check
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing underhood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning light indicates system failure.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
ªFULLº mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.324 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

² Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice). L
² Off-road or desert operation.
NOTE: Most vehicles are operated under the conditions
listed for Schedule 9 B 9 .
Second is Schedule ªAº . It is for vehicles that are not
operated under any of the conditions listed under Sched-
ule 9 B 9 .
Use the schedule that best describes your driving condi-
tions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
interval that occurs first.
CAUTION!Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle. At Each Stop for Fuel
² Check the engine oil level about 5 minutes after a fully
warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while
the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accu-
racy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the
level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
² Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once a Month
² Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
² Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
² Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transmission; add as needed.
² Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 349
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Filter ............................... 328
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 328
Fluid Level Check ...................... 327
Interlock System ....................... 232
Reset Mode .......................... 233
Selection Of Lubricant ................ 326,345
Shifting ............................. 233
Special Additives ...................... 329
Ball Joints ............................. 314
Battery ............................... 311
Gas Caution .......................... 311
Jump Starting ......................... 288
Keyless Transmitter Replacement ............ 25
Saving Feature ........................ 101
Bearings .............................. 330
Belts, Drive ............................ 307
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 315
B-Pillar Location ........................ 247 Brake, Parking .......................... 235
Brake System ........................ 237,323
Anti-Lock ........................... 237
Fluid Check ....................... 324,345
Hoses .............................. 323
Warning Light ........................ 151
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 232
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 70
Bulb Replacement ....................... 339
Bulbs, Light ............................ 338
Calibration, Compass ..................... 112
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 343
Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................ 270
Radiator ............................ 320
Car Washes ............................ 331
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................. 269
Cargo ................................ 135 INDEX 383
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Air Cleaner Filter ...................... 308
Block Heater ......................... 230
Break-In Recommendations ................ 70
Checking Oil Level ..................... 303
Compartment ...................... 298,299
Coolant ............................. 344
Cooling ............................. 318
Exhaust Gas Caution .................. 36,269
Fails to Start ....................... 227,229
Fuel Requirements ..................... 266
Oil .............................. 303,344
Oil Change Interval .................... 305
Oil Selection .......................... 305
Oil Synthetic ......................... 307
Overheating .......................... 281
Temperature Gauge ..................... 154
Exhaust Gas Caution .............. 36,71,269,317
Exhaust System ......................... 317
Exterior Folding Mirrors ................... 78 Filters
Air Cleaner .......................... 308
Air Conditioning .................... 219,313
Automatic Transaxle .................... 328
Engine Fuel .......................... 309
Engine Oil ........................ 307,344
Engine Oil Disposal .................... 307
Flashers
Hazard Warning ....................... 280
Turn Signal .................. 158,159,340,342
Fluid Capacities ......................... 343
Fluid Leaks ............................. 72
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle .................... 327
Brake ............................... 345
Power Steering ..................... 314,345
Fog Light Service ........................ 341
Fog Lights .......................... 102,341
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 291386 INDEX

Panic Alarm ............................ 22
Parking Brake .......................... 235
Parking On Hill ......................... 236
Passing Light ........................... 103
Pedals, Adjustable ....................... 106
Pets .................................. 66
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ......... 247
Power
Brakes .............................. 237
Distribution Center ..................... 336
Door Locks ........................... 18
Lift Gate ............................. 34
Mirrors .............................. 79
Outlet .............................. 127
Seats ................................ 81
Sliding Door .......................... 29
Steering ............................. 240
Steering, Checking ..................... 314
Sunroof ............................. 125 Windows ............................. 37
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts .............. 48
Pretensioners
Seat Belts ............................. 47
Programmable Electronic Features ...... 1 16,120,124
Programming Transmitters ............ 23,120,124
Radial Ply Tires ......................... 255
Radiator Cap ........................ 319,320
Radio .......................... 161,171,178
Radio Broadcast Signals ................... 160
Radio Operation ........................ 198
Radio Remote Controls ................. 189,195
Rear Air Conditioning ................. 206,214
Rear Cup Holder ........................ 130
Rear Heater ............................ 206
Rear Seat Removal ...................... 88,90
Rear Seating Flexibility .................. 92,94
Rear Window Defroster ................... 222392 INDEX