2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN light

Front Fog Light
1. Reach behind the front fascia from under the vehicle.
2. Twist the front fog light bulb to remove from the fog
light housing.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the
bulb.
CAUTION!Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol. Rear Tail, Stop, Turn Signal, Side Marker and
Back-up Lights
1. Raise the liftgate.
2. Remove the two tail light assembly push-in type
fasteners, by prying under the fastener head with a large
flat screwdriver. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 419
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3. Squeeze the socket assembly tabs to remove it from the
housing.
4. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
5. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket, and reattach the
light assembly. Center High Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)
1. Remove the two screws securing the CHMSL.
2. Twist the bulb socket to remove from the CHMSL
housing.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. Replace the bulb, reinstall the socket and reattach the
CHMSL.420 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

License Light
1. Remove the two lens assembly mounting screws. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Replace the bulb and
reattach the lens assembly.
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 87
Octane 20 Gallons 76 Liters
Engine Oil-with filter
2.4 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-30, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters
3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5.0 qts 4.7 Liters
Cooling System *
2.4 Liter Engines (Mopar  Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000
Mile Formula) 11.4 qts 10.7 Liters
3.3 & 3.8 Liter Engines (Mopar  Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/
100,000 Mile Formula) † 13.4 qts 12.6 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
† * Add 2.9 quarts (2.8 liters) if equipped with a rear heater. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 421
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Once a Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
• Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
• Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder and transmission; add as needed.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for correct
operation. At Each Oil Change
• Change the engine oil filter.
• Inspect the exhaust system.
• Inspect the brake hoses.
• Inspect the CV joints and front suspension compo-
nents.
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level.
• Check the coolant level, hoses, and clamps.428 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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contract, call the manufacturer ’ s Service Contract Na-
tional Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer ’ s Service Contract. It
is not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer ’ s Service Contract. If you purchased a
service contract that is not a manufacturer ’ s Service
Contract, and you require service after your manufactur-
er ’ s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to
your contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
your ownership experience. You ’ ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See your manufacturer ’ s Warranty Information Booklet
for information on warranty coverage and transfer of
warranty. IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 451
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Adding Fuel ........................... 334
Adding Washer Fluid .................. 286,392
Additives, Fuel ......................... 332
Adjustable Pedals ....................... 146
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 388
Air Conditioning ..................... 262,267
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 262
Air Conditioning Filter ................. 284,389
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 284
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone ............. 270,279
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 388
Air Conditioning System .......... 262,267,272,388
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control ........ 263
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 317
Airbag ................................ 53
Airbag Deployment ....................... 65
Airbag Light ................... 57,58,68,84,199
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 67
Airbag, Window ......................... 54 Alarm Light ........................... 200
Alarm System ........................... 27
Alignment and Balance ................... 324
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio ................... 257
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........... 395,396,421
Disposal ............................ 397
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 303
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 199
Anti-Theft Security Alarm .................. 27
Appearance Care ........................ 406
Arming Theft System ...................... 27
Ashtray ............................... 171
Auto Down Power Windows ................ 40
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 92
Automatic Door Locks ................... 19,20
Automatic Headlights .................... 136
Automatic Temperature Control ............. 272
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 297458 INDEX

Interlock System ....................... 298
Reset Mode .......................... 299
Selection Of Lubricant ................ 403,423
Shifting ............................. 299
Special Additives ...................... 405
Automatic Transmission ................... 402
Adding Fluid ......................... 404
Fluid and Filter Changes ................. 405
Fluid Change ......................... 405
Fluid Level Check ...................... 404
Fluid Type ........................ 403,423
Ball Joints ............................. 390
Battery ............................... 387
Gas Caution .......................... 387
Jump Starting ......................... 365
Keyless Transmitter Replacement ............ 26
Saving Feature (Protection) ............... 137
Bearings .............................. 406 Belts, Drive ............................ 383
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 391
B-Pillar Location ........................ 312
Brake Fluid ............................ 423
Brake, Parking .......................... 301
Brake System ........................ 302,399
Anti-Lock ........................... 303
Fluid Check .......................... 401
Hoses .............................. 400
Warning Light ........................ 197
Brakes ............................. 302,399
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 298
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 82
Bulb Replacement ....................... 416
Bulbs, Light ............................ 415
Calibration, Compass ..................... 152
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 421 INDEX 459
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Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................ 334
Oil (Engine) .......................... 382
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ............... 396
Car Washes ............................ 407
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................. 333
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier ....................... 182
Cargo (Vehicle Loading) ................... 181
Cassette Tape and Player Maintenance ......... 260
Cassette Tape Player ................ 206,216,221
Catalytic Converter ...................... 385
Caution, Exhaust Gas .............. 38,83,333,393
CD Changer ................ 215,224,238,240,243
CD Player ......... 212,216,223,226,229,233,236,243
CD Player Maintenance ................... 261
Cellular Phone ........................ 96,261
Center High Mounted Stop Light ............ 420
Center Lap Belts ......................... 50 Chains, Tire ............................ 327
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 346
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 309
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light) ...................... 202,377
Child Restraint .......................... 69
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 74
Child Safety Locks ........................ 33
Child Seat ............................ 68,76
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 331
Climate Control ......................... 262
Clock ................................ 204
Compact Disc Changer .................... 240
Compact Disc Maintenance ................. 261
Compact Disc Player .................. 206,212
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 320
Compass .............................. 151
Compass Calibration ..................... 152
Compass Variance ....................... 152460 INDEX