2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN gas cap

WARNING!
•Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the
vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is
being filled.
•Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is
in violation of most state and federal fire regula-
tions and may cause the MIL to turn on.
•A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on
the ground while filling.
NOTE:
•When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank
is full.
•Tighten the fuel filler cap until you hear a “clicking”
sound. This is an indication that the fuel filler cap is
properly tightened.•If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL may
come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time
the vehicle is refueled.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“CHECK GASCAP” message will be displayed in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information. Tighten
the fuel filler cap until a “clicking” sound is heard. This is
an indication that the fuel filler cap is properly tightened.
Refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System” in “Maintaining
Your Vehicle” for further information.
If the problem continues, the message will appear the
next time the vehicle is started. See your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
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Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the fuel
filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a
“gASCAP” message will display in the odometer or a
“CHECK GASCAP” message will be displayed in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in ”Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion. Tighten the gas cap until aclickingsound is heard.
This is an indication that the gas cap is properly tight-
ened.
Press the odometer reset button to turn the message off.
If the problem persists, the message will appear the next
time the vehicle is started. This might indicate a damaged
cap. If the problem is detected twice in a row, the system
will turn on the MIL. Resolving the problem will turn the
MIL light off.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system maynotbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 593

Cargo Area Features.......................292
Cargo Compartment.......................292
Luggage Carrier........................295
Cargo (Vehicle Loading)....................284
Car Washes.............................619
Cellular Phone...........................431
Center High Mounted Stop Light..............637
Certification Label.........................539
Chains, Tire.............................517
Changing A Flat Tire.......................561
Chart, Tire Sizing.........................497
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .317
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety..............117
Checks, Safety............................117
Child Restraint............................89
Child Safety Locks.........................49
Clean Air Gasoline........................529
Climate Control..........................431
Clock..................................350Coat Hook..............................284
Coin Holder.............................285
Cold Weather Operation....................462
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance..............430
Compact Spare Tire........................511
Compass...............................340
Compass Calibration.......................340
Compass Variance.........................341
Computer, Trip/Travel......................338
Connector
UCI.................................376
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)..........376
Conserving Fuel..........................336
Console................................285
Console, Floor...........................285
Console, Overhead........................252
Console, Removable.......................289
Contract, Service..........................654
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)
...........612
664 INDEX

Clean Air.............................529
Conserving............................336
Economy Mode........................466
Ethanol..............................529
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................319
Filler Door (Gas Cap)....................319
Gasoline..............................528
Gauge...............................319
Light................................322
Materials Added........................531
Methanol.............................529
Octane Rating..........................528
Requirements..........................528
Saver Mode...........................336
Tank Capacity..........................638
Fuel, Flexible............................533
Fueling................................537
Fuel Optimizer...........................336Fuel Saver..............................336
Fuses..................................626
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)............256
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...................537
Gasoline, Clean Air........................529
Gasoline (Fuel)...........................528
Conserving............................336
Gasoline, Reformulated.....................529
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.....................322
Fuel.................................319
Speedometer..........................319
Tachometer............................311
Gear Ranges.............................469
Gear Select Lever Override..................585
General Information........................17
Glass Cleaning...........................624
668 INDEX

Seats................................184
Sliding Door...........................45
Steering..............................480
Sunroof..............................265
Windows..............................40
Power Steering Fluid.......................640
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts................73
Preparation for Jacking.....................568
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................68
Programmable Electronic Features.............342
Radial Ply Tires..........................509
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)...........612
Radio Operation..........................431
Radio Remote Controls.....................429
Rear Air Conditioning......................437
Rear Camera............................249
Rear Cross Path..........................142Rear Heater.............................437
Rear Park Sense System.....................241
Rearview Mirrors.........................130
Rear Window Features.....................293
Reclining Front Seats.......................191
Recorder, Event Data.......................88
Recreational Towing.......................556
Reformulated Gasoline.....................529
Refrigerant..............................605
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................72
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)..................20
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........429
Remote Starting System......................30
Removable Floor Console...................289
Replacement Keys.........................16
Replacement Parts.........................595
Replacement Tires.........................515
Reporting Safety Defects....................655
Resetting Oil Change Indicator................313
674 INDEX