2010 DODGE CARAVAN roof rack

▫Second Row Seat Storage Bins —
If Equipped ........................ 204
▫ Storage Bin Safety Warning ............. 206
▫ Coat Hooks ........................ 207
▫ Cargo Area Storage ................... 208
 Console Features ...................... 208
▫ Basic Console ....................... 208 ▫
Premium Console — If Equipped ......... 209
 Rear Window Features .................. 213
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 213
 Load-Leveling System .................. 214
 Roof Luggage Rack — If Equipped ......... 215
 Sun Screens — If Equipped .............. 217
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ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and side rails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars.
The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo
inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not
exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
To move the crossbars, loosen the thumb screws located
at the upper edge of each crossbar approximately six
turns, then move the crossbar to the desired position,
keeping the crossbars parallel to the rack frame. Once the
crossbar is in place, retighten the thumb screws to lock
the crossbar into position.Attempt to move the crossbar again to ensure that it has
properly locked into position.
NOTE:
To help control wind noise when installing the
crossbars ensure the embossed arrow is facing the front
of the vehicle. When the crossbars are not in use, the front
crossbar should be fastened just forward of the middle
Crossbar
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support and the rear crossbar should be fastened at the
rearmost position of the side rails. This will help reduce
the amount of wind noise when the crossbars are not in
use.
The tie down holes on the crossbar ends should always
be used to tie down the load. Check the straps frequently
to be sure that the load remains securely attached.
CAUTION!
•Crossbars should remain equally spaced or paral-
lel at any luggage rack position for proper func-
tion. Noncompliance could result in damage to the
luggage rack, cargo and/or vehicle.(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
•To avoid damage to the roof rack and vehicle, do
not exceed the maximum roof rack load capacity of
150 lbs (68 kg). Always distribute heavy loads as
evenly as possible and secure the load appropri-
ately.
•Long loads which extend over the windshield,
such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with
large frontal area should be secured to both the
front and rear of the vehicle.
•Travel at reduced speeds and turn corners care-
fully when carrying large or heavy loads on the
roof rack. Wind forces, due to natural causes or
nearby truck traffic, can add sudden upward lift to
a load. This is especially true on large flat loads
and may result in damage to the cargo or your
vehicle.
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WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in per-
sonal injury or property damage. Follow the Roof
Rack Cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
SUN SCREENS — IF EQUIPPED
Sun screens are available for second and third row
seating windows. The screens store in the sill trim panels,
and the tops of the windows are equipped with hooks
that the sun screens attach to when pulled out.
Sun Screen Retracted
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Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 234
Side Marker.......................... 475
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .............. 236
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ........... 237
Turn Signal ..................... 104,474,475
Voltage ............................. 237
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..... 227
Load Leveling System .................... 214
Loading Vehicle ................... 208,383,385
Capacities ........................... 385
Tires ............................... 351
Locks Door ................................ 30
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH) .............................. 92
Lubrication, Body ....................... 447
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ................. 215
Lumbar Support ........................ 126 Maintenance Free Battery
.................. 443
Maintenance Procedures ................... 436
Maintenance Schedule .................... 482
Maintenance, Sunroof ..................... 195
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 234,434
Manual, Service ......................... 505
Map/Reading Lights ..................... 184
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ............. 149
Memory Seat ........................ 1 13,149
Mini-Trip Computer ................... 241,248
Mirrors ............................... 110
Automatic Dimming .................... 110
Electric Remote ....................... 112
Exterior Folding ....................... 112
Heated ............................. 113
Memory ............................ 149
Outside ............................. 111
Rearview ............................ 110
Vanity .............................. 114
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)................. 19
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls ........ 295
Remote Starting System .................... 27
Removable Floor Console .................. 212
Replacement Keys ........................ 15
Replacement Parts ....................... 436
Replacement Tires ....................... 361
Reporting Safety Defects ................... 504
Resetting Oil Change Indicator .........233,240,247
Restraint, Head ......................... 129
Restraints, Child ....................... 86,91
Restraints, Infant ......................... 87
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ................ 425
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ................. 215
Rotation, Tires .......................... 363
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................ 101
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 104
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 504 Safety, Exhaust Gas
.................... 51,100
Safety Information, Tire ................... 345
Safety Tips ............................ 100
Satellite Radio Antenna ................... 289
Satellite Radio (Uconnect studios)........ 288,293
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 482
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 464
Seat Belt Reminder ..................... 65,66
Seat Belts ........................... 52,101
Adjustable Shoulder Belt .................. 59
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage ........ 59
And Pregnant Women ................... 67
Child Restraint ....................... 86,89
Extender ............................. 67
Front Seat ............................ 54
Inspection ........................... 101
Pretensioners .......................... 61
Rear Seat ............................. 54
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