2008 DODGE CARAVAN ECO mode

NPower Sliding Side Door Ð If Equipped......42
NSliding Side Door Child Protection Lock......46
mLiftgate...............................48
NPower Liftgate Ð If Equipped.............49
mStorage Bin Safety Warning.................52
NSafety Warnings.......................52
NStorage Bin Cover Emergency Release Strap Ð
If Equipped..........................54
NReinstalling Storage Bin Cover Emergency
Release Strap.........................54
mOccupant Restraints......................55
NLap/Shoulder Belts.....................57
NAutomatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Mode ±
If Equipped..........................63NSeat Belt Pretensioners...................64
NEnhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlertt) ..........................64
NSeat Belts And Pregnant Women............65
NSeat Belt Extender......................66
NSupplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag . .66
NAirbag System Components...............67
NFront Seat Airbag Features................67
NAirbag Deployment Sensors And Controls.....72
NEvent Data Recorder (EDR)...............78
NIntegrated Child Seat Ð If Equipped........80
NChild Restraints.......................81
mRear Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles Only)
Ð If Equipped..........................89
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

To Enter Remote Start Mode
Press and release the Remote Start button on
the RKE transmitter twice, within five seconds.
The parking lights will flash and the horn willhonk twice (if programmed). Then, the engine will start
and the vehicle will remain in the Remote Start mode for
a 15 minute cycle.
NOTE:
²If your power door locks were unlocked, Remote Start
will automatically LOCK the doors.
²The park lights will turn on and remain on during
Remote Start mode.
²For security, power window and power sunroof op-
eration (if so equipped) are disabled when the vehicle
is in the Remote Start mode.
²The engine can be started two consecutive times (two
15 minute cycles) with the RKE transmitter. However,
the ignition switch must be cycled to the ON position
before you can repeat the start sequence for a third
cycle.Remote Starting Button
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To Enter the Vehicle After Remote Start
To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a
Remote Start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the
UNLOCK button on the transmitter. After the vehicle is
unlocked, you have 60 seconds to enter the vehicle, insert
the key into the ignition switch and move it to the RUN
position, otherwise the engine will cancel Remote Start-
ing and automatically turn off.
To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle
Before the end of the 15 minute cycle, press and release
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock
the doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if
equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle,
insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the switch
to the ON position.
NOTE:
²The ignition switch must be in the ON position in
order to drive the vehicle.
²For vehicles equipped with the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC), the message ªInsert Key/
Turn To Runº will flash in the EVIC until you insert
the key. Once inserted, the message ªTurn To Runº
will flash in the EVIC until you turn the key to run.
Cancel Remote Start
Remote Starting will also cancel if any of the following
occur:
²The engine stalls or RPM exceeds 2500.
²Any engine warning telltale lights come on.
²The hood is opened.
²The Hazard Switch is pressed.
²The transmission gear selector lever is moved out of
PARK.
²Pressing the brake pedal.
²Allow the engine to run for the entire 15 minute cycle.
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To Turn Off the Engine While in Remote Start
Mode
Press and release the Remote Start button one time.
NOTE:To avoid inadvertent shut downs, the system
will disable the one time press of the Remote Start button
for two seconds after receiving a valid Remote Start
request.
When To Reset Remote Start
The vehicle can be started remotely up to a maximum of
two times. The vehicle is also allowed a maximum of one
failed start, where the Remote Starting sequence was
initiated but the engine stopped cranking without start-
ing. After either of these conditions, or if the Security
Alarm System is alarming, or if the PANIC button was
pressed, the vehicle must be reset by inserting a valid key
into the ignition switch, rotating to the RUN position,
and then rotating back to the LOCK/OFF position.
DOOR LOCKS
MANUAL DOOR LOCKS
Lock the doors by pushing down on the lock plungers on
each door trim panel.
Manual Door Lock Plunger
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Lock Doors Automatically Ð If Equipped
If the Lock Doors Automatically feature is enabled, your
door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle's
speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h).
The Lock Doors Automatically feature is enabled when
your vehicle is shipped from the assembly plant and can
be disabled by using the following procedure:
²On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles, refer to9Personal Settings9in the
EVIC section of this manual.
²On non EVIC-equipped vehicles perform the follow-
ing steps:
1. Enter your vehicle and close all doors.
2. Fasten your seat belt. (Fastening the seat belt will
cancel any chiming that may confuse you during this
programming procedure.)3. Place the key into the ignition.
4. Within 15 seconds cycle the ignition key from the OFF
position to the ON/RUN position a minimum of four
times, ending in the OFF position(do not start the
engine).
5. Within 30 seconds, press the driver's door lock switch
in the lock direction.
6. A single chime will be heard to indicate the feature has
been disabled.
7. To reactivate this feature, repeat the above steps.
8. If a chime is not heard, the program mode was
canceled before the feature could be disabled. If neces-
sary, repeat the above procedure.
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ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 mi (500 km). After
the initial 60 mi (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80
or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy-conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
ªMaintenance Proceduresº in Section 7. NON-
DETERGENT OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST
NEVER BE USED.A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be
considered as a normal part of the break-in and not
interpreted as an indication of difficulty.
SAFETY TIPS
SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE INSIDE
THE VEHICLE
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn
webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt or
retractor condition, replace the belt.
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Airbag Light
The light should come on and remain on for four seconds
as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned
ON. If the LED is not lit during starting and/or the light
stays on or comes ON while driving, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield.
NOTE:If the defroster is not working or you are unable
to feel air against the windshield in defrost mode, please
see your authorized dealer service center for repairs.
PERIODIC SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD MAKE
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear or uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread. Inspect tread and sidewall for cuts or
cracks. Check wheel nuts for tightness, and tires (includ-
ing spare) for proper pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or fuel, power steering fluid, trans-
mission fluid or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause
should be located and corrected immediately.
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²The selected phone will be used for the next phone
call. If the selected phone is not available, the
UConnecttsystem will return to using the highest
priority phone present in or near (approximately
within 30 ft [9 m]) the vehicle.
Delete UConnecttPaired Cellular Phones
²
Press the PHONE button to begin.
²After the9Ready9prompt and the following beep, say
9Setup Phone Pairing.9
²At the next prompt, say9Delete9and follow the
prompts.
²You can also press the ªVoice Recognitionº button at
any time while the list is being played, and then
choose the phone you wish to delete.
Things You Should Know About Your UConnectT
System
UConnecttTutorial
To hear a brief tutorial of the system features, press the
PHONE button and say ªUConnecttTutorial.º
Voice Training
For users experiencing difficulty with the system recog-
nizing their voice commands or numbers, the UConnectt
system Voice Training feature may be used. To enter this
training mode, follow one of the two following proce-
dures:
From outside the UConnecttmode (e.g., from radio
mode):
²Press and hold the ªVoice Recognitionº button for five
seconds until the session begins, or,
²Press the ªVoice Recognitionº button and say the
9Setup, Voice Training9command.
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