2009 DODGE CARAVAN coolant temperature

•Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is
equipped with air conditioning, also keep the front of
the condenser clean also.
•Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter
operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may
result in unsatisfactory coolant performance, poor gas
mileage, and increased emissions.
Brakes
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 for the
proper maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly an accident. Driving with your foot resting
or riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. You wouldn’t have your full
braking capacity in an emergency.
Master Cylinder — Brake Fluid Level Check
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing underhood services, or immediately if
the brake system warning light indicates system failure.
Clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing
the cap. Add fluid to bring the level up to the top of the
“FULL” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir.
Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may
cause leaking in the system.
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Gasoline, Reformulated................... 380
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 236
Fuel................................ 236
Speedometer......................... 237
Tachometer.......................... 239
Gearshift.............................. 329
General Information...............18,27,143,378
Glass Cleaning.......................... 465
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 161
Gross Axle Weight Rating...............390,394
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............389,393
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect) .............. 115
Hazard
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or
Shallow Standing Water................... 335
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 410
Head Restraints......................... 146Headlights............................ 174
Bulb Replacement...................... 475
Cleaning............................ 465
Lights On Reminder.................... 176
Passing............................. 179
Replacing............................ 475
Time Delay.......................... 175
Washers............................. 175
Heated Mirrors......................... 105
Heated Seats........................... 147
Heater............................... 301
Heater, Engine Block..................... 327
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 179
Hitches
Trailer Towing........................ 397
HomeLink(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 197
Hood Release.......................... 170
Hook, Coat............................ 216
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Remote.............................. 28
Starting and Operating.................... 324
Starting Procedures...................... 324
Steering
Power.............................. 338
Shaft Seal............................ 448
Tilt Column.......................... 181
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound
System Controls......................... 299
Storage............................ 211,474
Storage Bin............................ 211
Storage, Vehicle......................319,474
Storing Your Vehicle...................... 474
Stow n Go (Fold in Floor) Seats............. 149
Sun Roof.............................. 204
Sunglasses Storage....................... 195
Sunroof Maintenance..................... 206
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag........ 65
Synthetic Engine Oil...................... 441System, Remote Starting.................... 28
Tachometer............................ 239
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 310
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant........236,411
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 86
Tilt Steering Column..................... 181
Tip Start............................... 14
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 354
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 353
Tire Markings.......................... 349
Tire Safety Information.................... 349
Tires ............................95,358,509
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 364
Air Pressure.......................... 358
Alignment........................... 366
Chains.............................. 367
Changing............................ 412
Compact Spare........................ 361
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