2007 DODGE CARAVAN engine

▫To Accelerate For Passing ...............166

Overhead Console — If Equipped ...........167
▫ Courtesy/Reading Lights ................168
▫ Sunglass Storage ......................168
▫ Compass/Temperature Display ...........168
▫ Mini-Trip Computer ...................171
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If
Equipped ...........................172
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
If Equipped .........................173

Garage Door Opener — If Equipped .........177
▫ Programming HomeLink ................178
▫ Canadian Programming/Gate Programming . . 181
▫ Using HomeLink .....................181 ▫
Erasing HomeLink Buttons ..............181
▫ Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button . . . 182
▫ Security ............................182

Power Sunroof — If Equipped .............183
▫ Express Open Feature ..................183
▫ Wind Buffeting .......................184
▫ Sunroof Maintenance ...................185

Electrical Power Outlets — If Equipped .......185
▫ Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off .......186

Convenience Tray Drawer And Cup Holders . . . 187
▫ Instrument Panel Cup Holders ............187
▫ Convenience Tray And Optional Smoker’s Package
Kit................................188
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training mode, follow one of the two procedures: From
outside the UConnect mode (e.g. from radio mode),
•Press and hold the ‘Voice Recognition’ button for 5
seconds until the session begins, or
•Press the ‘Voice Recognition’ button and say Setup,
Voice Training  command.
Repeat the words and phrases when prompted by the
UConnect System. For best results, the Voice Training
session should be completed when the vehicle is parked,
engine running, all windows closed, and the blower fan
switched off.
This procedure may be repeated with a new user. The
system will adapt to the last trained voice only.
To restore the Voice recognition system to factory default
settings, enter the Voice Training session via the above
procedure and follow the prompts.
Voice Recognition (VR)
•
Always wait for the beep before speaking.
•Speak normally, without pausing, just as you would
speak to a person sitting approximately eight (8) feet
away from you.
•Make sure that no one other than you is speaking
during a voice recognition period.
•Performance is maximized under:
•low-to-medium blower setting,
•low-to-medium vehicle speed,
•low road noise,
•smooth road surface,
•fully closed windows,
•dry weather condition.
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Automatic Headlights — If Equipped
This system automatically turns
your headlights ON or OFF based
on ambient light levels. To turn
the system ON, turn the headlight
switch to the extreme counter-
clockwise position. When the sys-
tem is ON, the Headlight Time
Delay feature is also ON. This
means your headlights will stay
ON for up to 90 seconds after you turn the ignition
switch OFF. To turn the Automatic System OFF, turn the
headlight switch clockwise to the OFF position.
NOTE: The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come ON in the Automatic mode.
Daytime Running Lights (Canada/Fleet Vehicles
Only)
The Daytime Running Lights will come on whenever the
vehicle is running, the headlights are off, and the parking
brake is off. The headlight switch must be used for
normal night time driving.
Lights-on Reminder
If the headlights or the park lights are left on, or if the
dimmer control is in the extreme top position after the
ignition switch is turned off, a chime will sound when the
driver’s door is opened.
Battery Protection
This feature provides battery protection to avoid wearing
down the battery if the headlights, park lights, or front
fog lights are left on for extended periods of time when
the ignition switch is in the LOCK position. After 3
minutes of the ignition switch being in the LOCK posi-
tion and the headlight switch in any position other than
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Flash Lights On Lock/Unlock?
When this feature is selected, the front and rear turn
signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked
using the remote keyless entry transmitter. This feature
may be selected with or without the sound horn on lock
feature selected. Pressing the “STEP” button when in this
display will select “Yes” or “No.”
Sliding Door Open Flash?
When this feature is selected, and the sliding door(s) are
opened, the left and right exterior hazard lights will flash
for 12 seconds to alert other drivers in the area that
passenger(s) could be entering or exiting the vehicle.
Pressing the STEPbutton when in this display will
select “Yes” or “No.”
Headlamp Delay
When this feature is selected the driver can choose, when
exiting the vehicle, to have the headlamps remain on for 30, 60, or 90 seconds, or not remain on. Pressing the
“STEP” button when in this display will select 30, 60, 90,
or “OFF.”
Headlamp On With Wipers (Available with Auto
Headlights Only)
When this feature is selected and the headlight switch
has been moved to the “AUTO” position, the engine is
running and, the front wipers are turned on for 10
seconds, the headlights will turn ON. The display will
remain on Parade Mode (Daytime Brightness) for ease of
viewing. Pressing the “STEP” button when in this display
will select “Yes” or “No.”
Power Accessory Delay
When this feature is selected, accessory power will be
supplied for up to 45 seconds for the power windows,
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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.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF EQUIPPED
To the left of the instrument panel cup holder are two 12
volt power outlets. The upper outlet is controlled by the
ignition switch and the lower outlet is connected directly
to the battery. The upper outlet will also operate a
conventional cigar lighter unit (if equipped with an
optional Smoker’s Package).
A third outlet is located on the driver’s side, just to the
rear of the sliding door and is also controlled by the
ignition switch. The lower and rear outlets will not
accommodate a conventional cigar lighter unit. The outlets include tethered caps labeled with a key or
battery symbol indicating the power source. The lower
instrument panel outlet is powered directly from the
battery, items plugged into this outlet may discharge the
battery and/or prevent engine starting.
Rear Power Outlet
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The lower outlet is protected by an automatic reset circuit
breaker. The automatic circuit breaker restores power
when the overload is removed. The circuit breaker also
supplies power to the outlet in the removable floor
console, when in the front position. Refer to section 3
“Removable Floor Console” in this manual.
NOTE: If desired, all of the power outlets can be
converted by your authorized dealer to provide power
with the ignition switch in the OFF position.Electrical Outlet Use With Engine Off
CAUTION!
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power
from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e.
cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently
to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.
•Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery
even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and
with greater caution.
•After the use of high power draw accessories, or long
periods of the vehicle not being started (with accesso-
ries still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a
sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to
recharge the vehicle’s battery.
•Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do
not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from
the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage.
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To reinstall the console, open the console lid and remove
the storage tray. Pull up on the release handle and slide
the console forward to engage the front of the console
into the floor tray. Pivot the floor console down until it is
seated on the floor tray and release the handle. Pull up on
the console to be sure it is firmly attached.
WARNING!
In an accident, serious injury could result if the
removable floor console is not properly installed.
Always be sure the removable floor console is fully
latched.
Cell Phone Holder Removal
1. Open the floor console lid and lift the cell phone
holder upward. 2. Squeeze the legs together to disengage the holder from
the floor console and remove the cell phone holder.
To reinstall the cell phone holder, align the pivot legs into
the guides and push forward to snap the legs into place.
Removable Floor Console Without Stow ’n Go
Seating — If Equipped
The removable floor console has a power outlet, storage
tray, light, cell phone holder, tissue holder, and a map
holder. It can be placed between either the front seats or
middle seats.
NOTE:
When the console is located between the front
seats the outlet is protected by an automatic circuit
breaker and is powered directly from the battery, items
plugged into this outlet may discharge the battery
and/or prevent engine starting.
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2. Plug in the power cord for the cellular phone into the
outlet located in the bottom of the forward console bin
and reinstall the cell phone holder.
3. Place the cell phone into the holder.CAUTION!
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life
and/or prevent engine starting.
•Accessories that draw higher power (i.e. coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
•After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
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