2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Owners Manual

Chassis
Component Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.
Automatic Transmission Mopar t ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
AWD Power Transfer Unit Mopar t Gear Lubricant 75W-90.
AWD Overrunning Clutch Mopar t ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
AWD Rear Carrier Mopar t Gear Lubricant 75W-90.
Brake Master Cylinder Mopar t DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is not
available, then DOT 4 or DOT 4+ is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir Mopar t ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESCONTENTS m Emission Control System Maintenance ........348
m Maintenance Schedules ...................348 N Schedule ªBº ........................351
N Schedule ªAº ........................363
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The ªScheduledº maintenance services, listed in bold
type must be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis-
sion control devices and systems on your vehicle may be
performed by any automotive repair establishment or
individual using any automotive part which has been
certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of Califor-
nia, California Air Resources Board regulations. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
required service for your vehicle.
First is Schedule ªBº . It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
² Day or night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
² Stop and go driving.
² Extensive engine idling.
² Driving in dusty conditions.
² Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
² More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
² Trailer towing. L348 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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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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At Each Oil Change
² Change the engine oil filter.
² Inspect the exhaust system.
² Inspect the brake hoses.
² Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents. ² Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
² Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
Tire Rotation
² Rotate the tires at 6,000 miles (10 000 km).350 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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SCHEDULE ªBº
Follow schedule ªBº if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions. Change
the automatic transmission fluid and filter every 60,000
miles (96 000 km) if the vehicle is usually operated under
one or more of the conditions marked with an L .
² Day or night temperatures are below 32É F (0É C).
² Stop and go driving.
² Extensive engine idling. ² Driving in dusty conditions.
² Short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km).
² More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90É F (32É C).
² Trailer towing. L
² Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial ser-
vice). L
² Off-road or desert operation. SCHEDULE ªBº 351
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Miles 3, 000 6, 000 9, 000 12, 000 15, 000 18, 000
(Kilometers) (5 000 ) (10 000 ) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000) (29 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. * XXXX X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. *X
Inspect and adjust the power steering pump
belt tension on 2.4 liter engines. X
Inspect the generator belt on 2.4 liter engines,
replace if necessary. X
Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power
transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this
chart) X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X 352 SCHEDULE ªBº
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