2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN brake

Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the require-
ments described on the brake fluid reservoir. With disc
brakes, fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake
pads wear. However, low fluid level may be caused by a
leak and a checkup may be needed.
Use only manufacturers recommended brake fluid, refer
to Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
for correct fluid type.
WARNING!Use of brake fluid that may have a lower initial
boiling point or unidentified as to specification, may
result in sudden brake failure during hard pro-
longed braking. You could have an accident. WARNING!Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the
brake fluid catching fire.
Use only brake fluid that has been in a tightly closed
container to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
CAUTION!Do not allow petroleum base fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid, all brake seal components could be
damaged causing partial or complete brake failure. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 325
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CAUTION!Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turers recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturers recommended fluid will result in
more frequent fluid and filter changes. Refer to
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts
for correct fluid type. Procedure For Checking Fluid Level
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be
checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with
an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the
transmission and of the fluid.
To properly check the automatic transmission fluid level,
the following procedure must be used:
1. The vehicle must be on level ground.
2. The engine should be running at curb idle speed for a
minimum of 60 seconds.
3. Fully apply parking brake.
4. Place the gear selector momentarily in each gear
position ending with the lever in P (PARK). Wipe the area
around the dipstick clean to eliminate the possibility of
dirt entering the transmission. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327
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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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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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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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Miles 21, 000 24, 000 27, 000 30, 000 33, 000 36, 000
(Kilometers) (34 000) (38 000) (43 000) (48 000) (53 000) (58 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. * XXX X X
Replace the engine air cleaner filter. X
Replace the spark plugs 2.4 liter engines. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. 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
Inspect the PCV valve and replace as neces-
sary.* X
Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) power
transfer unit fluid. (See note at the end of this
chart) X SCHEDULE ªBº 353
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Miles 39, 000 42, 000 45, 000 48, 000 51, 000 54, 000
(Kilometers) (62 000) (67 000) (72 000) (77 000) (82 000) (86 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. XXXXX X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Inspect the engine air cleaner filter, replace if
necessary. * XX XX 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 power transfer
unit fluid. (See the note at the end of this
chart.) X
Change the All Wheel Drive (AWD) overrun-
ning clutch and rear carrier fluid. (See note at
the end of this chart) X
Replace the air conditioning filter. X SCHEDULE ªBº 355
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