2006 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION PAGE
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INTRODUCTION
.............................................................32
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
..............................93
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
..............................854
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
...................................1955
STARTING AND OPERATING
.................................................3016
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
..............................................3657
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
...............................................3938
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
..................................................4479
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
.........................................47310
INDEX
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INTRODUCTIONCONTENTS
Introduction ........................... 4

How To Use This Manual .................. 4

Warnings And Cautions ................... 6
Vehicle Identification Number ............... 6

Vehicle Modifications / Alterations ........... 7
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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared with the assistance of
service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with
the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It is
supplemented by a Warranty Information Booklet and
various customer oriented documents. You are urged to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this manual will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.
NOTE: After you read the manual, it should be stored
in the vehicle for convenient reference and remain with
the vehicle when sold, so that the new owner will be
aware of all safety warnings.
When it comes to service, remember that your dealer
knows your vehicle best, has the factory-trained techni-
cians and genuine Mopar  parts, and is interested in
your satisfaction. WARNING!Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the table of contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a
complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this owner’s manual:4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION 5
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This manual contains WARNINGS against operating
procedures which could result in an accident or bodily
injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures
which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do
not read this entire manual you may miss important
information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible from
outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This
number also appears on the Automobile Information
Disclosure Label affixed to a window on your vehicle.
Save this label for a convenient record of your vehicle
identification number and optional equipment. NOTE: It is illegal to remove the VIN plate. Vehicle Identification Number6 INTRODUCTION

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / ALTERATIONS
WARNING!Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle
could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety
and may lead to an accident resulting in serious
injury or death. INTRODUCTION 7
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