2008 DODGE CARAVAN lights

3. Twist the socket and remove form the light assembly.
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)
The CHMSL uses LED lights that are not serviceable
separately. The CHMSL must be replaced as an assembly,
see your authorized Dealer.
License Light
The light for the license plate light is located under the
tailgate light bar and above the license plate.
1. Using a small screwdriver, press inward the locking
tab on the outboard side of the light assembly and pull
down on the light assembly for removal.
2. Twist and remove the socket from the light assembly
and pull the bulb out to remove.
3. Push the bulb into the socket, twist the socket into the
light assembly and reinstall the light assembly into place
ensuring the locking tab is secure.
1 Ð Stop, Tail, Turn Signal
bulb combo2 Ð Backup BulbMAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4857

²Check the fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission and
add as needed.
²Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.At Each Oil Change
²Change the engine oil filter.
²Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
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Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 100
Automatic Door Locks...................34,35
Automatic Headlights.................... 163
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)......... 309
Automatic Transaxle...................... 328
Adding Fluid......................... 465
Fluid Level Check...................... 465
Interlock System....................... 329
Reset Mode.......................... 334
Selection Of Lubricant................465,488
Shifting............................. 330
Special Additives...................... 467
Automatic Transmission................464,467
Adding Fluid......................466,467
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 467
Fluid Change......................... 467
Fluid Level Check...................... 466
Fluid Type........................465,488Ball Joints............................. 453
Battery............................... 448
Gas Caution.......................... 449
Jump Starting......................... 425
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)....... 26
Saving Feature (Protection)............... 166
Bearings.............................. 467
Belts, Drive............................ 445
Body Mechanism Lubrication............... 454
B-Pillar Location........................ 353
Brake Assist System...................... 341
Brake Control System, Electronic............. 340
Brake Fluid............................ 488
Brake, Parking.......................... 335
Brake System........................337,462
Anti-Lock (ABS)....................... 338
Fluid Check.......................... 463
Hoses.............................. 462
Warning Light........................ 228
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Coin Holder........................... 201
Cold Weather Operation................... 325
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 300
Compact Spare Tire...................... 361
Compass........................238,240,246
Compass Calibration..................240,246
Compass Variance....................240,247
Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 244
Connector
UCI ................................ 292
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 292
Console.............................. 201
Console, Floor.......................... 201
Console, Overhead....................... 182
Console, Removable...................207,211
Contract, Service........................ 501
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 458
Cooling System......................... 456
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 458Coolant Capacity...................... 486
Coolant Level......................456,459
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 459
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 457
Inspection........................... 459
Points to Remember.................... 460
Pressure Cap......................... 458
Radiator Cap......................... 458
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......457,486,487
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 179
Cup Holder.........................200,473
Customer Assistance..................... 499
Data Recorder, Event...................... 78
Daytime Running Lights................... 163
Dealer Service.......................... 440
Defroster, Rear Window................... 320
Defroster, Windshield................94,303,313
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 437
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Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 410
Turn Signal.....................227,483,484
Flash-To-Pass........................... 170
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 422
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 387
Engine Oil........................... 387
Fuel Requirements..................384,386
Maintenance.......................... 388
Replacement Parts..................... 387
Starting............................. 387
Flooded Engine Starting................... 326
Floor Console.......................... 201
Fluid Capacities......................... 486
Fluid Leaks............................. 94
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 465
Automatic Transmission................. 466Brake............................... 463
Power Steering........................ 452
Fluids................................ 487
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts.......... 487
Fog Light Service........................ 483
Fog Lights.......................165,233,483
Fold in Floor (Stow8n Go) Seating........... 138
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................... 427
Fuel................................. 377
Adding............................. 382
Additives............................ 380
Clean Air............................ 378
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................226,382
Filler Door (Gas Cap)................... 226
Gasoline............................ 377
Gauge.............................. 226
Hoses.............................. 461
Light............................... 234
Octane Rating........................ 487
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Requirements......................377,486
System Hoses......................... 461
Tank Capacity........................ 486
Fuel, Flexible.............See Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Fuel System Caution..................... 380
Fueling............................... 382
Fuses................................ 474
Garage Door Opener (HomeLinkt) ........... 185
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...............382,384
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 378
Gasoline (Fuel)......................... 377
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 379
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 226
Fuel................................ 226
Speedometer......................... 227
Tachometer.......................... 229
Gearshift.............................. 330General Information...............18,27,131,377
Glass Cleaning.......................... 472
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 155
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............389,394
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............389,393
Hands-Free Phone (UConnectŸ).......104,283,284
Hard Drive (HDD)....................280,283
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water........................ 346
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 410
Head Restraints......................... 134
Headlights............................ 163
Bulb Replacement...................... 482
Cleaning............................ 472
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 170
Lights On Reminder.................... 165
On With Wipers....................... 164
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Passing............................. 170
Replacing............................ 482
Time Delay.......................... 164
Heated Seats........................... 135
Heater............................... 301
Heater, Engine Block..................... 327
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 170
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 397
HomeLinkt(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 185
Hood Release.......................... 158
Hook, Coat............................ 214
Hoses................................ 461
Ignition............................... 14
Key ...............................12,14
Ignition Key Removal..................... 14
Illuminated Entry........................ 20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)................... 15Infant Restraint........................81,83
Information Center, Vehicle................. 241
Inside Rearview Mirror................... 100
Instrument Cluster.................224,225,226
Instrument Panel and Controls.............. 223
Instrument Panel Cover................... 470
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning............. 472
Integrated Power Module (Fuses)............ 474
Interior Appearance Care.................. 470
Interior Lights.......................160,162
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)........... 169
Introduction............................. 4
Jack Location........................... 413
Jack Operation.......................... 412
Jump Starting.......................... 425
Key, Programming........................ 17
Key, Replacement........................ 16
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Key, Sentry (Immobilizer)................... 15
Key-In Reminder......................... 15
Keyless Entry System...................... 21
Keys................................. 12
Knee Bolster............................ 67
Lap/Shoulder Belts....................... 57
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren)... 86
Latches
Hood............................... 158
Lead Free Gasoline...................... 377
Life of Tires............................ 364
Liftgate................................ 48
Lights..............................94,160
Airbag......................67,73,77,94,233
Alarm.............................. 233
Anti-Lock.........................227,339
Automatic Headlights................... 163
Back-Up............................. 484Battery Saver......................... 166
Brake Assist Warning................... 343
Brake Warning........................ 228
Bulb Replacement...................481,482
Center Mounted Stop................... 485
Daytime Running...................... 163
Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............162,170
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 232
Fog ..........................165,233,483
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 410
Headlight Switch...................... 163
Headlights........................... 482
Headlights On Reminder................. 165
Headlights On With Wipers............... 164
High Beam........................... 170
High Beam Indicator.................... 227
High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 170
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Interior..........................160,162
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