2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN brake

•If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
•If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
•Use MOPAR® Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with
a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or equivalent or select a non-
abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
•For chrome wheels, use MOPAR® Chrome Cleaner
(Part#04318013) or equivalent.
•For aluminum wheels, use MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner
(Part# 04796239AB) or equivalent.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR® Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
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CAUTION!
•When installing the Totally Integrated Power Mod-
ule cover, it is important to ensure the cover is
properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do
so may allow water to get into the Integrated Power
Module, and possibly result in a electrical system
failure.
•When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use
only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The
use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may
result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If
a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates
a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.The numbers inside the TIPM cover correspond to the
following table.
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FuseMini-
FuseDescription
J1 40 Amp
Green— Power Folding Seat
J2 30 Amp
Pink—
Power Liftgate Module
J3 30 Amp
Pink— Rear Door Module
J4 25 Amp
Natural— Driver Door Node
J5 25 Amp
Natural— Passenger Door Node
J6 40 Amp
Green— Antilock Brakes
Pump/Stability
Control System
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FuseMini-
FuseDescription
J7 30 Amp
Pink— Antilock Brakes
Valve/Stability
Control System
J8 40 Amp
Green— Power Memory
Seat – If Equipped
J9 40 Amp
Green— Partial Zero Emissions
Vehicle Motor/Flex
Fuel – If Equipped
J10 30 Amp
Pink— Headlamp Wash/
Manifold Tuning
Valve – If Equipped
J11 30 Amp
Pink— Power Sliding Door
Module/Anti–Theft
Module – If EquippedCav-
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FuseMini-
FuseDescription
J12 30 Amp
PinkHVAC Rear Blower,
Radiator Fan Motor
J13 60 Amp
Yellow— Ignition Off Draw
(IOD) – Main
J14 40 Amp
Green—
Rear Window Defogger
J15 40 Amp
Green— Front Blower
J17 40 Amp
Green— Starter Solenoid
J18 20 Amp
Blue— Powertrain Control
Module Trans Range
J19 60 Amp
Yellow— Radiator Fan
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Cav-
ityCar-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
J20 30 Amp
Pink— Front Wiper LO/HI
J21 20 Amp
Blue— Front/Rear Washer
J22 25 Amp
Natural— Sunroof Module
M1 — 15 Amp
BlueRear Center Brake
Lamp/Brake Switch
M2 — 20 Amp
YellowFront Fog Lamps
M3 — 20 Amp
YellowFront/Rear Axle
Locker, Vacuum Pump
Motor
M4 — 10 Amp
RedTrailer TowCav-
ityCar-
tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
M5 — 25 Amp
NaturalInverter
M6 — 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #1
(ACC), Rain Sensor,
Cigar Lighter (Instru-
ment Panel or with
Console Rear)
M7 — 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #2
(BATT/ACC SELECT)
– Center Seat or with
Console Rear
M8 — 20 Amp
YellowFront Heated Seat – If
Equipped
M9 — 20 Amp
YellowRear Heated Seat – If
Equipped
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Cav-
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tridge
FuseMini-
FuseDescription
M36 — 20 Amp
YellowPower Outlet #3
(Instrument Panel or
with Console Center)
M37 — 10 Amp
RedAntilock Brakes,
Stability Control, Stop
Lamp, Fuel Pump
M38 — 25 Amp
NaturalDoor Lock/Unlock
Motors, Liftgate
Lock/Unlock Motors
The power windows are fused by a 25 Amp circuit
breaker located in the Totally Integrated Power Module.VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days, you may want to take steps to protect your
battery. You may do the following:
•
Remove the 60 Amp cartridge in the Totally Integrated
Power Module (TIPM) labeled Ignition-Off Draw (IOD).
•Or, disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning
system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air
and high blower setting. This will ensure adequate
system lubrication to minimize the possibility of com-
pressor damage when the system is started again.
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Chassis
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission We recommend youONLYuse MOPAR® ATF+4® Automatic Transmission
Fluid. Failure to use ATF+4® fluid may affect the function or performance
of your transmission.
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used.
If DOT 3 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Power Steering Reservoir We recommend you use MOPAR® Power Steering Fluid +4, MOPAR®
ATF+4® Automatic Transmission Fluid.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as
soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other thanyour authorized dealer, the message can be reset by refer-
ring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Oil Change Required” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
•
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, power steering and transmission as
needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect automatic transmission fluid if equipped
with dipstick.
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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