2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN child seat

Restraining Infants and Small Children with Seat
Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only)
There are different sizes and types of restraints for
children from newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt. Use the restraint that is
correct for your child:
² The rearward-facing infant carrier is for babies weigh-
ing up to about 20 lbs (9 kg), and less than one year
old. THIS TYPE OF SEAT CANNOT BE USED IN A
VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH THE REAR SEAT DE-
LETE FEATURE (Commercial Vehicles Only).
² The forward-facing child seat is for children from
about 20 to 40 lbs (9 to 18 kg), and more than one year
old.
² A ªconvertibleº child seat, one that is designed to be
used for children who are too heavy for a rear facing
infant seat, may be used IN THE FORWARD FACING
POSITION ONLY, IT MUST NEVER BE INSTALLED FACING TO THE REAR IN A VEHICLE EQUIPPED
WITH THE REAR SEAT DELETE FEATURE (Com-
mercial Vehicles Only). When a convertible seat is
properly installed forward facing, the vehicle seat
should be adjusted to the rear most position.
² Children more than 40 lbs (18 kg) should be secured in
the passenger seat in a child restraint or belt-
positioning booster seat with the seat adjusted to the
rear most position . Older children who do not use
child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats
should ride properly buckled in the passenger seat
with the seat adjusted to the rear most position. Never
allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them
or under their arm.
Tether Installation For Commercial Vehicles With
Rear Seat Delete
To secure the child restraint upper tether strap to the
vehicle, follow the instructions shown: THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67
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1. Locate the child restraint tether anchor on the floor
just behind the front passenger seat.
2. Extend the child restraint tether anchor forward to-
wards the front passenger seat. 3. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's directions
for proper use of connecting the child restraint to the
extended tether strap.
4. If necessary, raise the passenger seat head restraint to
allow the tether strap to be routed under the head
restraint.68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

5. Route the tether strap beneath the head restraint
between the two head restraint posts. Ensure that the
child restraint tether strap is centered between the two
head restraint posts.
6. Using the hook attached to the child restraint tether
strap, attach the child restraint tether strap to the metal
ring on the vehicle tether anchor. 7. Following the child seat manufacturer's instructions,
tighten the child restraint tether strap.
8. If necessary, reposition the seat head restraint.
9. Inspect the tether anchor strap for nicks, abrasions,
discoloration, and loose threads. If these, or any other
condition that might effect the performance of the strap is
observed, DO NOT USE. Contact your local
DaimlerChrysler dealership for a replacement part.
NOTE: Stow the child restraint tether strap in its
original position when not in use. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69
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1. Normal SeatingÐ
The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. The 3rd row
bench seat is in the full rear position on the tracks.
2. Increased StorageÐ
Increased storage area is provided by adjusting 3rd row
bench seat to the intermediate track position. Rear seat-
ing for 3 passengers (children) is still provided. 3. Additional StorageÐ
The 2nd and 3rd row seats installed. The 3rd row bench
seat is in the full forward position on the tracks and one
or both of the rear seatbacks are folded down. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93
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WARNING!² Not all head restraints in this vehicle are the same.
Head restraints from one seating position should
not be removed and installed in any other seating
position. In a collision, serious injury or death may
result if the proper head restraint is not installed on
each seat.
² The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle should not
be used as a play area by children. They could be
seriously injured in a collision. Children should be
seated and using the proper restraint system.
² It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
² Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
² Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.
Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to clean
the glass panel.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Ð IF EQUIPPED
To the left of the instrument panel cup holder are two 12
volt power outlets. The upper outlet is controlled by the
ignition switch and the lower outlet is connected directly
to the battery. The upper outlet will also operate a
conventional cigar lighter unit (if equipped with an
optional Smoker's Package). UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127
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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

High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 103
Lights On Reminder .................... 101
Replacing ............................ 339
Time Delay .......................... 101
Heated Seats ............................ 82
Heater ............................... 199
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 230
Homelink Transmitter ..................... 119
Hood Release ........................... 96
Hoses ............................. 322,326
Ignition
Key ................................. 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 16
Immobilizer ............................ 13
Indicator, Traction Control ................. 156
Infant Restraint .......................... 59
Information Center .................... 1 15,159
Information Center, Vehicle .............. 1 15,159 Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 77
Instrument Cluster ................. 149,150,151
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 148
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 334
Integrated Child Seat ...................... 58
Integrated Power Module .................. 336
Interior Appearance Care .................. 333
Interior Fuses .......................... 336
Interior Lights ......................... 98,99
Intermittent Wipers ................. 104,219,220
Introduction ............................. 4
Jack Location ........................... 283
Jack Operation ....................... 282,285
Jump Starting .......................... 288
Key, Programming ........................ 15
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry ............................. 13388 INDEX