2011 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN oil change

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Indicator*
Odometer Messages
door - Door AjarnoFUSE* - Fuse Fault
gATE* - Liftgate Ajar LoW tirE* - Low Tire Pressure
hood - Hood Ajar LoCOOL - Low Coolant
gASCAP - Fuel Cap Fault CHAngE OIL* - Change Engine Oil
LoWASH - Low Washer Fluid CRUISE - Cruise Control On
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed
in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized service center immediately. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may
experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have thevehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as gASCAP) appears, tighten the gas cap until a“clicking” sound is heard.
• Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap, see your authorized service center.
Oil Change Indicator
Message
• If an “oil change” message (shown as CHAngE OIL) appears and a single chime sounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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MAINTENANCE CHART
Miles:
8,000 16,000 24,000 32,000 40,000 48,000 56,000 64,000 72,000 80,000 88,000 96,000
104,000
Or Months: 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78
Or Kilometers:
13,000 26,000 39,000 52,000 65,000 78,000 91,000
104,000
117,000 130,000 143,000 156,000 169,000
Change the engine oil and filter.
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Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it
occurs before scheduled maintenance.
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Open the left and right sliding doors (slowly) and inspect for ex-
cessive dirt. If noise exists, wipe clean and apply krytox lube to
the door rollers.
XXXXXXXXXXXXX
If using your vehicle for any of the following: dusty or off-road
conditions. Inspect the engine air cleaner filter; replace if
necessary.
XXX
Replace the air conditioning filter.
XXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings; replace if necessary.
XXXXXX
Inspect the CV joints.
XXXX
Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for
cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper loose-
ness or end play; replace if necessary.
XXXXXX
Inspect the exhaust system.
X XXXX
Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
XXX
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter if using your
vehicle for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet or frequent
trailer towing.
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 60 months or
104,000 miles (169,000 km) whichever comes first.
X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 104,000 miles
(169,000 km) or 60 months whichever comes first.
X
Replace the spark plugs (3.6L engine).
X
Inspect and replace the PCV valve if necessary.
X
• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for the complete maintenance schedule.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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AdjustablePedals ........... 17
Airbag .................. 11
Alarm,Panic ............... 8
Arming Theft System (Security
Alarm) .................. 10
Audio Jack............... 37
Audio Settings ............. 35
Automatic Headlights ......... 20
Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) ................... 25
Automatic Transmission FluidType .............. 81
Auxiliary Audio/Video Input Jacks . . 47
AxleFluid ................ 81
Belts, Seat ............... 10
Brake Fluid ............... 81
BulbReplacement ........... 89
Calibration,Compass ......... 48
Cargo Compartment Luggage Carrier ........... 55
ChangeOilIndicator .......... 61
ChangingAFlatTire .......... 63
Child Restraint ............. 12
Child Restraint Tether Anchors .... 12
Clock Setting ............ 35,37
Compass Calibration .......... 48
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ........... 81
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .... 21
CruiseLight ............... 21
Customer Assistance .......... 90
Defects, Reporting ........... 91
Dimmer Control ............. 20
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ...... 20
Disarming, Theft System ....... 10
Driver Cockpit .............. 4
Economy(Fuel)Mode ......... 23
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control) ................. 21
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ............ 48,49
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System .... 32Emergency Key
.............. 8
Emergency, In Case of Freeing Vehicle When Stuck .... 76
Jacking .............. 63,66
Overheating ............. 62
Engine Compartment ............. 80
Oil Selection ............. 81
Overheating ............. 62
Event Data Recorder .......... 77
Express Down Windows ......... 8
Exterior Lights ............. 89
Flash-To-Pass .............. 19
Fluid Capacities ............ 81
Fluids .................. 81
FogLights ................ 20
Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go) Seating . . 28
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ........ 76
Front Heated Seats ........... 16
Fuel EconomyMode ............ 23
Specifications ............ 81
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink
®)..51
Hard Disk Drive ............. 38
Headlights Automatic .............. 20
Dimmer Switch ........... 20
HighBeam .............. 19
Heated Seats .............. 16
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch .................. 19
HomeLink
®(Garage Door Opener)
Transmitter ............... 51
Hood Release .............. 78
Instrument Cluster ............ 6
Indicators ............... 7
Instrument Cluster Warning
Lights ................. 6,58
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . 18
Introduction ............... 2
Inverter Outlet (115V) ......... 53
Inverter, Power ............. 53
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iPod®/USB/MP3 Control........ 46
Bluetooth Streaming Audio ..... 46
Jack Location .............. 63
Jack Operation ............. 63
Jump Starting .............. 72
KeyFob .................. 8
Key Fob Programmable Features . . . 49
Lane Change Assist .......... 18
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ................ 12
Liftgate, Power .............. 8
Lights TurnSignal .............. 18
Warning (Instrument Cluster
Description) .............. 6
Luggage Rack (Roof Rack) ...... 55
Maintenance Record .......... 83
MaintenanceSchedule ........ 82
Media Center Radio ........ 34,36
MemorySeat .............. 15
MOPAR
®Accessories ......... 92
Navigation .............. 39,40
Non-Touch-Screen Radio ....... 34
Oil Change Indicator .......... 61
Oil, Engine Capacity ............... 81
Outlet Power ................. 54
Overheating, Engine .......... 62
Panic Alarm ............... 8
Pedals, Adjustable ........... 17
Phone (Pairing) ............. 43
Phone (Uconnect) ........... 43
Placard, Tire and Loading
Information ............... 88
Power Glass Sunroof ............ 30
Inverter ................ 53
LiftGate ................ 8
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) . 54 Seats
................. 14
SlidingDoor .............. 8
Steering ................ 81
Preparation for Jacking ........ 66
Programmable Electronic Features . . 49
Radio Non-Touch-Screen .......... 34
Touch-Screen ............ 36
Radio Operation .......... 34,36
Rain Sensitive Wiper System ..... 18
Rear Heated Seats ........... 16
Recreational Towing .......... 57
Remote Starting System ........ 9
Replacement Bulbs .......... 89
Reporting Safety Defects ....... 91
Restraints, Child ............ 12
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ..... 76
Roof Rack (Luggage Rack) ...... 55
Seat Belts ................ 10
Seats ................... 14
Adjustment .............. 14
Fold in Floor (Stow `n Go) ..... 28
Heated ................ 16
Lumbar Support ........... 14
Memory ................ 15
Power ................. 14
Stow `n Go (Fold in Floor) ..... 28
Seek Button ............. 35,37
Setting the Clock .......... 35,37
Shift Lever Override .......... 74
Signals, Turn .............. 18
SIRIUS Travel Link ........... 41
SmartBeams .............. 20
SpareTire ................ 63
Spark Plugs ............... 81
Speed Control Accel/Decel .............. 21
Cancel ................ 21
Resume ................ 21
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .... 21
Starting Remote ................. 9
Steering Tilt Column .............. 17
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ....4
2
Store Radio Presets ........ 35,37
INDEX
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