2009 DODGE CARAVAN mirror

STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the
inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if
present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave unattended children alone in a ve-
hicle. Leaving children in a vehicle is dangerous
for a number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in
the ignition. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
•Do not leave animals or children inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Be sure to turn off the engine and remove the key
from the ignition switch if you want to rest or
sleep in your car. Accidents can be caused by
inadvertently moving the shift lever. Accidents
can also be caused by pressing the accelerator
pedal. This may cause excessive heat in the ex-
haust system, resulting in overheating and vehicle
fire, which may cause serious or fatal injuries.
Automatic Transaxle
The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or PARK
position before you can start the engine. Depress the
brake pedal before shifting into any driving gear.
Normal Starting (Above 32°F/0°C)
1. Do not depress the accelerator.
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applique. Rub the applique with firm pressure then buff
lightly with a clean cotton cloth until a high gloss shine is
achieved.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lightweight
and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass head-
lights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol-
lowed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis
with MOPARGlass Cleaner or any commercial
household-type glass cleaner. Never use an abrasive type
cleaner. Use caution when cleaning the inside rear win-
dow equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do
not use scrapers or other sharp instruments that may
scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rearview mirror, spray cleaner on the
towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are
molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care
must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic.
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FUSES/TIPM
CavityCartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
M21 — 20 Amp
YellowAuto Shut Down
(ASD #3)
M22 — 10 Amp
RedRight Horn (RT
HORN (HI/LOW)
M23 — 10 Amp
RedLeft Horn (LT HORN
(HI/LOW)
M24 — 25 Amp
NaturalRear Wiper (REAR
WIPER)
M25 — 20 Amp
YellowFuel Pump (FUEL
PUMP), Diesel Lift
Pump (DSL LIFT
PUMP) — Export
Only
M26 — 10 Amp
RedPower Mirror Switch
(PWR MIRR SW),
Driver Window
Switch (DRVR WIND
SW)
FUSES/TIPM
CavityCartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
M27 — 10 Amp
RedIgnition Switch (IGN
SW), Window Module
(WIN MOD)
M28 — 10 Amp
RedNext Generation Con-
troller (NGC), Trans-
mission Feed (TRANS
FEED), J1962
M29 — 10 Amp
RedOccupant Classifica-
tion Module (OCM)
M30 — 15 Amp
BlueRear Wiper Module
(RR WIPER MOD),
Power Folding Mirror
(PWR FOLD MIR)
M31 — 20 Amp
YellowBack-Up Lamps (B/U
LAMPS)
M32 — 10 Amp
RedOccupant Restraint
Controller (ORC), TT
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FUSES/TIPM
CavityCartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
M33 — 10 Amp
RedNext Generation Con-
troller (NGC), Global
Powertrain Engine
Controller (GPEC)
M34 — 10 Amp
RedPark Assist (PRK
ASST), Heater Venti-
lation, Air Condition-
ing Module (HVAC
MOD), Headlamp
Wash (HDLP WASH),
Compass (COMPAS)
M35 — 10 Amp
RedHeated Mirrors
M36 — 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #3
(BATT)
FUSES/TIPM
CavityCartridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
M37 — 10 Amp
RedAnti-Lock Brake Sys-
tem (ABS), Electronic
Stability Program
(ESP), Stop Lamp
Switch (STP LP SW),
Fuel Pump Rly Hi
Control
M38 — 25 Amp
NaturalLock/Unlock Motors
(LOCK/UNLOCK
MTRS)
The heated mirrors, lower instrument panel power outlet
and removable floor console, when in the front position
are fused with self-resetting fuses that are only service-
able by an authorized dealer. The power seats are fused
by a 30 Amp circuit breaker located under the driver’s
seat. The power windows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit
breaker located under the instrument panel near the
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 452
Adding Fuel........................... 387
Adding Washer Fluid..................... 449
Additives, Fuel......................... 381
Adjustable Pedals....................... 182
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 441
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 446
Air Conditioning........................ 301
Air Conditioning Controls................. 301
Air Conditioning Filter.................320,447
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 320
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone.............308,315
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 446
Air Conditioning System.............301,310,446
Air Conditioning System, Zone Control........ 306
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 359
Airbag..............................65,72
Airbag Deployment....................... 73
Airbag Light...................66,71,75,94,244Airbag Maintenance....................... 74
Airbag, Side..........................70,72
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)...........68,70,72
Alarm Light........................... 244
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 18
Alignment and Balance................... 366
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 7
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 293
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)...........451,452,479
Disposal............................ 454
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 237
Anti-Theft System........................ 18
Appearance Care........................ 460
Ashtray............................... 210
Assistance Towing....................... 129
Auto Down Power Windows................ 40
Auto Up Power Windows................41,206
Automatic Dimming Mirror................ 102
Automatic Door Locks...................34,35
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Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 454
Engine Oil........................... 441
Domelight............................. 173
Door Locks............................. 31
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 34
Door Opener, Garage..................... 197
Drive Shaft Universal Joints................ 448
Driving
On Slippery Surfaces.................... 334
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water......................... 335
DVD Player (Video Entertainment System™).... 297
E-85 Fuel............................. 383
Electric Remote Mirrors................... 104
Electrical Power Outlets................... 206
Electronic Brake Control System............. 344
Brake Assist System.................... 346Electronic Stability Program............... 347
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 183
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)............ 347
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC).............................192,252
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher................. 410
Jacking...........................412,415
Jump Starting......................... 424
Overheating.......................... 410
Emission Control System Maintenance......436,484
Engine............................433,434
Air Cleaner.......................... 441
Block Heater......................... 327
Break-In Recommendations................ 93
Checking Oil Level..................... 438
Compartment......................433,434
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 480
Cooling............................. 450
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Exhaust Gas Caution..................53,382
Flooded, Starting...................... 325
Fuel Requirements..................378,479
Oil ...........................438,479,480
Oil Change Interval.................... 439
Oil Disposal.......................... 441
Oil Filler Cap......................... 440
Oil Filter Disposal...................... 441
Oil Selection.......................439,479
Oil Synthetic......................... 441
Overheating.......................... 410
Starting............................. 324
Temperature Gauge..................... 236
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 72
Event Data Recorder...................... 76
Exhaust Gas Caution..............53,95,382,443
Exhaust System......................... 442
Express Down Windows................... 23
Extender, Seat Belt........................ 64Exterior Folding Mirrors................... 104
Fabric Care.........................463,464
Filler Location Fuel...................... 236
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 441
Air Conditioning....................320,447
Engine Oil........................441,480
Engine Oil Disposal.................... 441
Flashers
Hazard Warning....................... 410
Turn Signal.....................237,476,477
Flash-To-Pass........................... 179
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 421
Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range........................ 386
Engine Oil........................... 386
Fuel Requirements..................383,385
Maintenance.......................... 387
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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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