2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN child seat

4. If necessary, raise the passenger seat head restraint to
allow the tether strap to be routed under the head
restraint.
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. Tether Strap MountingTHINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81
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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. WARNING!The vehicle tether anchor is designed to be used
with a child restraint only. It should not be used for
any other purpose. Before use 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 ob-
served, DO NOT USE, personal injury may result.
Contact your local DaimlerChrysler dealership for a
replacement part.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

1. Normal Seating—
The 2nd and 3rd row seats are installed. The 3rd row
bench seat is in the full rear position on the tracks.
2. Increased Storage—
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 Storage—
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 129
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WARNING!• 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 posi-
tion. In a collision, serious injury or death may result
if the proper head restraint is not installed on each
seat.
• 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.
• 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.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
• 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.
Hood Release Lever132 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. UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 167
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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

Ignition
Key ................................. 12
Illuminated Entry ........................ 16
Immobilizer ............................ 13
Indicator, Traction Control ................. 203
Infant Restraint .......................... 70
Information Center ...................... 155
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 155
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 92
Instrument Cluster ................. 194,195,196
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 193
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 410
Integrated Child Seat ...................... 68
Integrated Power Module .................. 412
Interior Appearance Care .................. 408
Interior Lights ....................... 134,135
Intermittent Wipers ................. 141,284,286
Introduction ............................. 4 Jack Location .................. 348,350,360,361
Jack Operation .................... 346,350,361
Jacking Instructions ................... 350,361
Jump Starting .......................... 365
Key, Programming ........................ 15
Key, Replacement ........................ 15
Key, Sentry ............................. 13
Key-In Reminder ......................... 13
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Knee Bolster ............................ 58
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren) ........................... 74
Latches
Hood ............................... 132
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 330 INDEX 465
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Rear Wiper/Washer ................... 285,286
Rearview Mirrors ........................ 92
Reclining Front Seats ..................... 110
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine
Parts ............................... 422
Reminder, Seat Belt ....................... 51
Remote Keyless Entry ..................... 20
Remote Sound System Controls .............. 258
Removable Floor Console ............... 176,178
Replacement Keys ........................ 15
Replacement Parts ....................... 378
Replacement Tires ....................... 323
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 453
Restraint, Head ......................... 109
Restraints, Child ....................... 69,76
Restraints, Infant ......................... 70
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 368
Roof Rack ............................. 182
Rotation, Tires .......................... 329 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 84
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 85
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 453
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 38
Safety Information, Tire ................... 308
Safety Tips ............................. 83
Satellite Radio .......................... 254
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 257
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 426
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 410
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 51
Seat Belts .............................. 41
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 47
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 47
And Pregnant Women ................... 52
Center Lap Belt ........................ 50
Child Restraint ......................... 69
Extender ............................. 52
Front Seat ............................ 42470 INDEX