2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN roof

•For security, power window and power sunroof op-
eration (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is
in the Remote Start mode.
•The engine can be started two consecutive 15-minute
cycles with the RKE transmitter. However, the ignition
switch must be turned to the ON/RUN position.
To Enter the Vehicle After Remote Start
To enter the vehicle while the engine is running during a
Remote Start, you must first unlock the vehicle using the
UNLOCK button on the transmitter. After the vehicle is
unlocked, you can enter the vehicle, insert the Key Fob
into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON/RUN
position, otherwise the engine will shut off at the end of
15-minute cycle.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter to unlock the
doors and disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm (if equipped).
Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, insert the Key
Fob into the ignition switch and turn the switch to the
ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
•The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position
in order to drive the vehicle.
•The message “Remote Start Active — Key To Run” will
display in the EVIC until you insert and turn the key to
ON/RUN position. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)” for further information.
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NOTE:The switches will not operate if the driver has
activated the Power Window Lockout.
NOTE:The sliding door windows do not fully open,
stopping several inches above the window sill.Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the rear windows are
open and buffeting occurs, open the front and rear
windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the
buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sun-
roof opening to minimize the buffeting.
SLIDING SIDE DOOR
The sliding door may be opened from the inside or the
outside. Pull outward on the exterior handle to open the
sliding door. The sliding door inside handle functions by
rocking forward and back. Rocking the handle back-
wards opens the door and rocking forward releases the
hold open latch in order to close the door.Sliding Door Power Window Switch
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do
not have any accessory items installed which will
alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your
vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma-
nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation
on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason.
•Do not allow occupants to extend any part of their
body outside of the window.
SAB and SABIC air bags are a supplement to the seat belt
restraint system. Occupants, including children who are
up against or very close to SAB or SABIC air bags can be
seriously injured or killed. Occupants, especially chil-
dren, should not lean on or sleep against the door, side
windows, or area where the SAB or SABIC air bags
inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint.
Always sit upright as possible with your back against the
seat back, use the seat belts properly, and use the appro-
priate sized child restraint, infant restraint or booster seat
recommended for the size and weight of the child.
Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag
The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides
enhanced protection and works together with the Driver
Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
Knee Impact Bolster
The Knee Impact Bolster helps protect the knees of the
front passenger, and position the front occupant for the
best interaction with the Advanced Front Air Bag.
Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front
Air Bags work with the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air
Bag and the passenger side knee bolster to provide im-
proved protection for the driver and front passenger. Side
air bags also work with seat belts to improve occupant
protection.
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▫Turning ParkView® On Or Off — Without
Navigation/Multimedia Radio............251
OVERHEAD CONSOLES.................252
▫Front Overhead Console.................252
▫Courtesy/Interior Lighting..............253
▫Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only).......253
▫Rear Courtesy/Reading Lights — If
Equipped...........................255
▫Rear Overhead Consoles — If Equipped.....255
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . . .256
▫Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® . .258
▫Programming A Rolling Code.............258
▫Programming A Non-Rolling Code.........260▫Reprogramming A Single HomeLink®
Button.............................261
▫Canadian/Gate Operator Programming......261
▫Using HomeLink®.....................263
▫Security............................263
▫Troubleshooting Tips...................263
▫General Information....................264
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED........265
▫Opening Sunroof — Express..............266
▫Opening Sunroof — Manual Mode.........266
▫Closing Sunroof — Express...............267
▫Closing Sunroof — Manual Mode..........267
▫Pinch Protect Feature...................267
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▫Venting Sunroof — Express..............267
▫Sunshade Operation....................268
▫Wind Buffeting.......................268
▫Sunroof Maintenance...................268
▫Ignition Off Operation..................268
▫Sunroof Fully Closed...................269
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS — IF
EQUIPPED...........................269
POWER INVERTER — IF EQUIPPED.........273
CUPHOLDERS........................274
▫Instrument Panel Cupholders.............275
▫Super Console — If Equipped.............275
▫Premium Console Cupholders — If
Equipped...........................276▫Interior Bottle Holders..................277
▫Smoker’s Package Kit — If Equipped.......278
STORAGE............................278
▫Glove Compartments..................278
▫Door Trim Panel Storage................280
▫Driver Seatback Storage — If Equipped......280
▫Umbrella Holder.....................281
▫Second Row Seat Storage Bins — If
Equipped...........................281
▫Storage Bin Safety Warning...............282
▫Coat Hooks.........................284
▫Cargo Area Storage....................284
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CONSOLE FEATURES...................285
▫Basic Console........................285
▫Premium Console — If Equipped..........286
▫Super Console — If Equipped.............290
CARGO AREA FEATURES................292
▫Rechargeable Flashlight.................292REAR WINDOW FEATURES..............293
▫Rear Window Defroster.................293
LOAD LEVELING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . .294
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED. . . .295
▫Deploying the Crossbars.................296
SUN SCREENS — IF EQUIPPED............301
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OVERHEAD CONSOLES
Front Overhead Console
Two versions of the overhead console are available. The
base front overhead console model featured fixed incan-
descent courtesy/reading lights, flip-down sunglass stor-
age and conversation mirror. The premium front over-
head console model features a LED focused light that
illuminates the instrument panel cupholders, two swiv-
eling LED lights, flip-down sunglass storage, conversa-
tion mirror, optional power sliding door switches and an
optional power liftgate switch.
NOTE:Premium sunroof console models include all of
above except sunglass storage.
Overhead Console
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Courtesy/Interior Lighting
At the forward end of the console are two courtesy lights
(standard dome light has two buttons). The lights turn on
when a front door, a sliding door or the liftgate is opened.
If your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK
button on the RKE transmitter is pressed.
The courtesy lights also function as reading lights. Press
in on each lens to turn these lights on while inside the
vehicle. Press a second time to turn each light off. You
may adjust the direction of these lights by pressing the
outside ring, which is identified with four directional
arrows (LED lamps only).
The area around the instrument panel cupholders is also
illuminated from a light in the overhead console (pre-
mium console only). This light is turned on when the
headlight switch is on, and will adjust in brightness when
the dimmer control is rotated up or down.
Sunglass Storage (Non-Sunroof Only)
At the front of the overhead console, a compartment is
provided for the storage of two pairs of sunglasses.
From the closed position, press the door latch to open the
compartment.
Over Door Latch
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