2004 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ECO mode

Reset Mode - Electronic Transmission
The transmission is monitored electronically for abnor-
mal conditions. If a condition is detected that could cause
damage, the transmission automatically shifts into sec-
ond gear. The transmission remains in second gear
despite the forward gear selected. Park (P), Reverse (R),
and Neutral (N) will continue to operate. This Reset
feature allows the vehicle to be driven to a dealer for
service without damaging the transmission.
In the event that the problem has been momentary, the
transmission can be reset to regain all forward gears.
² Stop the vehicle and shift into Park (P).
² Turn the key to OFF then restart the engine.
² Shift into the desired range and resume driving.
NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, it is
recommended that you visit a dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your dealer has diagnostic equip-
ment to determine if the problem could recur.
If the transmission cannot be reset, dealer service is
required.
Gear Ranges
DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or
NEUTRAL positions into another gear range.
² ªPº Park
Supplements the parking brake by locking the transmis-
sion. The engine can be started in this range. Never
attempt to use PARK while vehicle is in motion. STARTING AND OPERATING 233
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TRAVEL CONDI-
TION MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT (TRAILER FRONTAL AREA NOT TO EXCEED 32 SQ. FT.)
2.4L ENGINES 3.3L,& 3.8L EN-
GINES 3.3L & 3.8L EN-
GINES WITH
HEAVY DUTY
TRAILER TOW
PACKAGE 3.8L ENGINES 3.8L ENGINES
WITH HEAVY
DUTY TRAILER
TOW PACKAGE
MAX. COMBINED
WEIGHT OF VE-
HICLE AND
TRAILER NOT TO
EXCEED 5,200 lbs
(2358 kg) MAX. COMBINED
WEIGHT OF VE-
HICLE AND
TRAILER NOT TO
EXCEED 6,600 lbs
(2993 kg) MAX. COM-
BINED WEIGHT
OF VEHICLE
AND TRAILER
NOT TO EX-
CEED 8,600 lbs
(3900 kg) MAX. COM-
BINED WEIGHT
OF VEHICLE
AND TRAILER
NOT TO EX-
CEED 6,600 lbs
(2993 kg) MAX. COM-
BINED WEIGHT
OF VEHICLE
AND TRAILER
NOT TO EX-
CEED 8,600 lbs
(3900 kg)
ALL MODELS FWD FWD AWD AWD
UP TO 2 PER-
SONS & LUG-
GAGE 850 lbs (385 kg) 1,800 lbs (816 kg) 3,800 lbs (1723
kg) 1,550 lbs (703 kg) 3,550 lbs (1610
kg)
3 TO 5 PERSONS
& LUGGAGE 400 lbs (181 kg) 1,350 lbs (612 kg) 3,350 lbs (1519
kg) 1,100 lbs (498 kg) 3,100 lbs (1406
kg)
6 TO 7 PERSONS
& LUGGAGE Not Recom-
mended 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 3,000 lbs (1360
kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 2,750 lbs (1247
kg) STARTING AND OPERATING 277
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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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