2011 DODGE CARAVAN Owners Manual

NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or
death.
Stamped VIN Location
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CONTENTS
A Word About Your Keys ................. 12
▫ Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) ............ 12
 Sentry Key .......................... 15
▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 16
 Vehicle Security Alarm — If Equipped ........ 17
▫ Rearming Of The System ................ 17
 Illuminated Entry — If Equipped ........... 19
 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped . . . 20
▫ Using The RKE Transmitter .............. 20
Remote Starting System — If Equipped ....... 29
▫ How To Use Remote Start ............... 29
 Door Locks ........................... 32
▫ Manual Door Locks ................... 32
▫ Power Door Locks — If Equipped ......... 34
 Windows ............................ 37
▫ Power Vent Windows — If Equipped ....... 37
▫ Power Windows ...................... 37
 Sliding Side Door ...................... 42
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▫Power Sliding Side Door — If Equipped ..... 43
▫ Sliding Side Door Child Protection Lock ..... 47
 Liftgate ............................. 49
▫ Power Liftgate — If Equipped ............ 50
 Occupant Restraints ..................... 53
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 57
▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ..... 63
▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —
If Equipped ......................... 64
▫ Energy Management Feature ............. 65
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ................. 65
▫ Supplemental Active Head Restraints (AHR)
— If Equipped ....................... 66 ▫
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ......................... 70
▫ Seat Belt Lock Out .................... 71
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 71
▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 72
▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air
Bags .............................. 72
▫ Air Bag System Components ............. 74
▫ Advanced Front Air Bag Features .......... 75
▫ Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 78
▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 86
▫ Child Restraints ...................... 87
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Rear Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles
Only) — If Equipped ..................... 97
▫ Restraining Infants And Small Children With
Seat Delete Feature (Commercial Vehicles
Only) .............................. 98
 Engine Break-In Recommendations ......... 100
 Safety Tips .......................... 101 ▫
Transporting Passengers ............... 101
▫ Exhaust Gas ........................ 101
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ............................ 102
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle .................. 104
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system
consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter and a Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) with
integral ignition switch. You can insert the Key Fob into
the ignition switch with either side up.
Wireless Ignition Node (WIN)
The Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) operates similarly to
an ignition switch. It has four operating positions, three
with detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent
positions are OFF, ACC, and ON/RUN. The START
position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position.
When released from the START position, the switch
automatically returns to the ON/RUN position.
1 — OFF
2 — ACCESSORY
3 — ON/RUN
4 — START
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Key Fob
The Key Fob operates the ignition switch. Insert the
square end of the Key Fob into the ignition switch located
on the instrument panel and rotate to the desired posi-
tion. It also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter and an emergency key, which stores in the
rear of the Key Fob.
The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle
should the battery in the vehicle or the RKE transmitter
go dead. The emergency key is also for locking the lower
glove compartment. You can keep the emergency key
with you when valet parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical latch
at the top of the Key Fob sideways with your thumb and
then pull the key out with your other hand.NOTE:
You can insert the double-sided emergency key
into the lock cylinder with either side up.
Removing Key Fob From Ignition
Place the shift lever in PARK. Turn the Key Fob to the
OFF position and then remove the Key Fob.
Emergency Key Removal
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NOTE:Power window switches will also remain active
for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been
turned to OFF, depending upon the accessory delay
setting. Opening the front door will cancel this feature.
CAUTION!
•If your vehicle battery becomes low or dead, your
Key Fob will become locked in the ignition.
•Do not attempt to remove the Key Fob while in
this condition, damage could occur to the Key Fob
or ignition module. Only remove the emergency
key for locking and unlocking the doors.
•Leave the Key Fob in the ignition and either:
•Jump Start the vehicle.
•Charge the battery.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving
unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Don’t leave the keys in
the ignition. A child could operate power win-
dows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the Key Fob from the ignition and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
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