2009 DODGE CARAVAN oil pressure

The best time to check the engine oil level is about five
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut OFF or
before starting the engine after it has sat overnight.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will
improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain
the oil level between the MIN and MAX markings on the
dipstick. Adding one quart of oil when the reading is at
the MIN mark will result in a MAX reading on these
engines.
CAUTION!
Overfilling or underfilling will cause oil aeration, or
loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” in Section 8 of this
manual for information on this system.
NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
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Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a system
performance check. Drive belt tension should also be
checked at this time.
WARNING!
•Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants
approved by the manufacturer for your air condi-
tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are
flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other
unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause
the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Refer to
Section 3 of the Warranty Information book for
further warranty information.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced repairman.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
R-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How-
ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning
service be performed by an authorized dealer, or other
authorized service facility, using recovery and recycling
equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer-approved A/C System
Sealers, Stop Leak Products, Seal Conditioners, Compres-
sor Oil, or Refrigerants.
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NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicle’s
oil if it has been six months since your last oil change,
even if the oil change indicator message is NOT
illuminated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or six months, which-
ever comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If this
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your dealer, the message can be reset by referring to
the steps described under “Oil Change Required” in “Use
Factory Settings” of the EVIC section in this manual orunder “Odometer/Trip Odometer” in the “Instrument
Cluster Descriptions section of this manual.
At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut OFF. Checking the oil
level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve
the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only
when the level is at or below the ADD, SAFE or MIN
mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
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Camera, Rear........................... 192
Capacities, Fluid........................ 479
Caps, Filler
Fuel................................ 387
Oil (Engine).......................... 440
Power Steering........................ 338
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)............... 453
Car Washes............................ 461
Carbon Monoxide Warning................. 382
Cargo Compartment
Luggage Carrier....................... 225
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)................... 216
Caution, Exhaust Gas.................53,95,382
Cellular Phone....................... 115,301
Center High Mounted Stop Light............ 478
Chains, Tire............................ 367
Changing A Flat Tire..................... 412
Chart, Tire Sizing........................ 350Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light).............242,436
Child Restraint........................81,83
Child Restraint Tether Anchors............... 86
Child Safety Locks........................ 47
Child Seat.............................. 89
Clean Air Gasoline....................... 379
Cleaning
Wheels............................. 462
Climate Control......................... 301
Clock...........................263,267,276
Coat Hook............................ 216
Coin Holder........................... 217
Cold Weather Operation................... 325
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 300
Compact Spare Tire...................... 361
Compass........................248,251,257
Compass Calibration..................251,257
Compass Variance....................250,258
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Computer, Trip/Travel.................... 255
Connector
UCI ................................ 286
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)......... 286
Console.............................. 217
Console, Floor.......................... 217
Console, Overhead....................... 194
Console, Removable...................... 222
Contract, Service........................ 505
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 453
Cooling System......................... 450
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 452
Coolant Capacity...................... 479
Coolant Level......................451,454
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 454
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 451
Inspection........................... 454
Points to Remember.................... 455
Pressure Cap......................... 453Radiator Cap......................... 453
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......451,479,480
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 183
Cup Holder.........................209,466
Customer Assistance..................... 503
Data Recorder, Event...................... 76
Daytime Running Lights................... 176
Dealer Service.......................... 438
Defroster, Rear Window................... 223
Defroster, Windshield................94,304,314
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 435
Dimmer Control........................ 174
Dipsticks
Automatic Transaxle.................... 459
Automatic Transmission................. 459
Oil (Engine).......................... 438
Power Steering........................ 338
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 427
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Airbag......................66,71,75,94,244
Alarm.............................. 244
Anti-Lock........................... 237
Automatic Headlights................... 174
Back-Up............................. 477
Battery Saver......................... 177
Brake Assist Warning................... 348
Brake Warning........................ 238
Bulb Replacement...................474,475
Center Mounted Stop................... 478
Daytime Running...................... 176
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 174
Engine Temperature Warning.............. 243
Fog ..........................177,244,476
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 410
Headlight Switch...................... 174
Headlights........................... 475
Headlights On Reminder................. 176
High Beam Indicator.................... 237High Beam/Low Beam Select............. 179
Illuminated Entry....................... 20
Interior..........................172,174
License............................. 478
Lights On Reminder.................... 176
Low Fuel............................ 245
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)........ 242
Oil Pressure.......................... 244
Park.............................174,476
Passing............................. 179
Reading............................. 195
Rear Servicing........................ 477
Rear Tail............................ 477
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 244
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm).............. 244
Service...........................474,475
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 242
Side Marker.......................... 477
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm).............. 244
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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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