2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN roof rack

WARNING!• Do not put anything on or around the airbag covers
or attempt to manually open them. You may dam-
age the airbags and you could be injured because
the airbags are not there to protect you. These
protective covers for the airbag cushions are de-
signed to open only when the airbags are inflating.
• If your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do
not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to
block the location of the window bag. The area
where the window bag is located should remain
free from any obstructions.
• If your vehicle is equipped with window bags, do
not have any accessory items installed which will
alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your
vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma-
nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation
on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason. Along with the seat belts, front airbags work with the
instrument panel knee bolsters to provide improved
protection for the driver and front passenger. Window
bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant
protection.
The seat belts are designed to protect you in many types
of collisions. The front airbags deploy in moderate to
severe frontal collisions.
NOTE: The passenger front airbag may not deploy even
when the driver front airbag has if the Occupant Classi-
fication System (refer to “ Occupant Classification Sys-
tem ” in this section) has determined the seat is empty or
is occupied by a child.
If your vehicle is equipped, the window bag on the crash
side of the vehicle is triggered in moderate to severe side
collisions. But even in collisions where the airbags inflate,
you need the seat belts to keep you in the right position
for the airbags to protect you properly. THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55
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Storage ..............................173
▫ Front Seat Storage Bin — If Equipped .......173
▫ Second Row Seat Storage Bins —
If Equipped .........................174
▫ Overhead Rail System — If Equipped .......175
▫ Removable Floor Console With Fold-In-Floor
Seating — If Equipped .................176
▫ Removable Floor Console Without Fold-In-Floor
Seating — If Equipped .................178 ▫ Rear Compartment Storage Bins ...........181
▫ Cargo/Tub Nets ......................181
▫ Cargo Area Storage ....................181

Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped ..........182

Load Leveling System ...................185UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91
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closed. The front seats must be moved slightly forward of
the rearmost position. If the rear seats are removed no
front seat adjustment is needed and more than one 4x8
sheet of building material may be stored.
The liftgate sill plate has a raised line with the statement
“ Load To This Line ” . This line indicates how far rearward
cargo can be placed without interfering with liftgate
closing.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 68 kg (150 lbs), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars. Loading Limit182 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity. To move the cross bars, loosen the thumb screws located
at the upper edge of each cross bar approximately six
turns, then move the cross bar to the desired position.
Once the cross bar is in place, retighten the thumb screws
to lock the cross bar into position.
Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has
properly locked into position.
NOTE: To help control wind noise when installing the
cross bars make sure that the arrows marked on the front
side of the cross bars are facing the front of the vehicle.
Also, when the cross bars are not in use the notch on the
cross bars should be aligned with the arrows on the side
rails. This will help reduce the amount of wind noise
when the crossbars are not in use.
The tie down holes on the cross bar ends should always
be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently
to be sure that the load remains securely attached.Roof Rack UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 183
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CAUTION!• To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity
of 68 kg (150 lbs). Always distribute heavy loads
as evenly as possible and secure the load appro-
priately.
• Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
• Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward
loads. This is especially true on large flat loads
and may result in damage to the cargo or your
vehicle. WARNING!Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.184 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 202
Side Marker .......................... 419
Theft Alarm .......................... 200
Turn Signal ..................... 138,418,419
Voltage ............................. 199
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 196
Washer Fluid ......................... 201
Load Leveling System .................... 185
Loading Vehicle ................... 181,336,337
Capacities ........................... 337
Tires ............................... 312
Locks
Door ................................ 17
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . 74
Lubrication, Body ....................... 391
Luggage Rack .......................... 182
Lumbar Support ........................ 112
Maintenance, Airbag ...................... 67 Maintenance Free Battery .................. 387
Maintenance Procedures ................... 379
Maintenance Schedule .................... 426
Schedule  A  ......................... 440
Schedule  B  .......................... 429
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 167
Malfunction Indicator Light .............. 202,377
Manual, Service ......................... 454
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 150
Mini-Trip Computer ...................... 154
Mirrors ................................ 92
Automatic Dimming ..................... 92
Electric Remote ........................ 94
Exterior Folding ........................ 93
Heated .............................. 95
Outside .............................. 94
Rearview ............................. 92
Vanity ............................... 95
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7 INDEX 467
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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